Gave one of my watches to my Son.

[never2late]

My adult Son has always admired the few rolex watches that I've owned over the years and has come to appreciate a quality watch. Unfortunately, because of the economic situation in the country he hasn't been able to afford a Rolex of his own. Back in 2005, he lost a great position he held for eight years due to downsizing. He's moved to Chicago and Dallas for very good jobs that were unfortunately then cut because of economic reasons. He recently returned to Ohio where he's worked short term positions that were the only employment available. Thankfully, about three weeks ago he landed a great position with decent pay, good hours and a very nice benefits package. However, he now has to make up for a lot of lost time and certainly won't be in any position to purchase a Rolex any time soon.
He'll be turning 40 and I though it would be a nice jesture to part with my Sub C and let him enjoy the ownership of a Rolex watch. I hope in some small way this will make up for some of the disapointment he's suffered due to the economy. Its also a reward for not giving up on himself and even though sometimes failing, getting back up and trying again and again. And yeah, just beacuse I love my Son. That too.

[dalip]

Jerry....it'll be a wonderful moment and well deserved by the sounds of it. Having said that the only reason you really ever need is the last one you cite...

[GradyPhilpott]

Lucky son!

I think he's endured enough to deserve a gift that will keep on giving.

You're also a very generous and loving father.

Your son is doubly lucky.

[masterserg]

Brilliant!

[Art 1]

Nice gesture.

[BXNupe]

Well done!

[BarkMaster]

Awesome!

(I am available for adoption, by the way )

[jatco]

That is truely a fabulous gesture...and Im sure he's estatic...!!

[sleddog]

That would be a proud moment Jerry, for both you and your son!
It sounds like he deserves it, so I think it's a great idea!

[gmh1013]

In my almost 54 years Ive never seen such a bad economy with no end in sight...
Im sure your son will enjoy the Rolex for many many years!

[Colnago]

Jerry, that's a wonderful thing to do.....my son isn't as old (he'll be 20 next month) but he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes last year and at round about the same time one of his oldest friends died very young......I had a Rolex that was always destined for his wrist....it was specially wrapped for Christmas morning, I felt the time was right......he'd had a kick in the teeth of life and had to grow up quick and take responsibility as well as cope with the loss of a friend.....he literally could not speak for five minutes or so.....he never wore a watch before but has not taken the watch I gave him from his wrist since Christmas......

It will mean so much to your son....way more than you think it will mean...trust me....again, it's a wonderful think you are doing...hats off to you sir!!!

[TSW]

Lovely gesture!

[cedargrove]

Very nice of you.

[Sarajevo]

Lovely story, and a testament to your own decency and that you doubtless helped instil in your son. If there is a choice between great parents and money, I know which I would take.

[z32turbo]

Very nice!

[never2late]

Thanks to all who replied. Your sincerity is greatly appreciated. I gave my Son the watch and the accessories, etc this afternoon and he was floored. I've only had the Sub C since April so he thought it would be many, many years before he would acquire it. We had a great moment together and I'm glad I decided to give it to him now rather than later. This way he can enjoy it while he's still relatively young and I can witness that enjoyment.

Barkmaster; I would adopt you but I only have one watch left.
Colnago; thank you, I wish you and your Son the best.

[kcmo]

You sound like an amazing father, Jerry. I'm sure your son will cherish that watch for a lifetime!

[lavaman]

Great gesture, man. When I begin my next life, my son will have my watch collection. it has my watches, and also my dad's, my granddad's, and my great-great granddad's pocket watch from the 1900s.

awesome gesture. maybe I will give him one a little early (he's only 6 now)

[East Bay Rider]

Wonderful

[dddrees]

Great Gesture, and here's to a long lasting position this time so he can finally move forward without any further interuptions.

[Grissom]

A great memory was just made!

[psv]

You are a goof father, Jerry. Well done.

[Chipmunk]

You are a generous man.

[93 Turbo]

Jerry that is a fantastic gesture and I wish you and your son all the prosperity and good health for the future.

[JimSnyder]

[perpetualman88]

your post gave me goosebumps. Sounds like your son is very deserving of a fine watch because it seems that he is a fine man. I wish good health to you and your son and hope I get to share a moment like that when i have a son of my own one day

[Widows Son]

Nice gesture neighbor!!!!! My 11 month old son always managed to lock onto whatever watch I'm wearing at the time.

[93 Turbo]

Jerry that is a fantastic gesture and I wish you and your son all the prosperity and good health for the future.

[gwalker]

Great choice. Sometimes it actually means much more to you as a gift from someone you really love than if you had to work for the watch yourself. I'm sure he will wear it very proudly and think of you everytime he puts it on. Great story.

[Bisquitlips]

Good fathers are a rarity. Loving fathers even more so.

That gift and the memory of it will stay with him for the rest of his life.

My compliments!