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20 June 2012, 06:31 AM
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Hello! New guy here
Hello, I've been lurking around the forum for a while, learning what I can.
I had been planning on buying a TT sub. They always reminded me of the one my grandfather wore. I was telling my grandmother this and she stated she still had his in the safe. I told her of my plans to purchase one, and stated I would rather have his, for the sentimental reasons. She told me I could have the watch, if I would not sell it. I offered her fair retail value and she declined. I pressed the money issue a bit, but all she would accept was dinner at a nice restaurant. So anyway, I'm the proud owner of a 16803! My grandmother bought it for my grandfather as an aniversary gift in 1984. I have the original boxes, papers, receipt and anchor. It's in nice shape, and due for a service. Anyway, I've got a few questions to post in the near future. Thanks for all the info so far! Pictures to follow. |
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20 June 2012, 07:11 AM
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Here is a pic for now.
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20 June 2012, 07:12 AM
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Welcome to TRF and great story. Wear your grandfather's Sub (your new Rolex) in good health!
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20 June 2012, 08:34 AM
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Nice! And you remember your grandfather wearing it. It doesn't get any better.
Enjoy. It better be a really nice restaurant! 
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20 June 2012, 08:39 AM
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Wow! Nice pick up.
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20 June 2012, 09:01 AM
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Very nice story, glad you kept it in the family!
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20 June 2012, 09:02 AM
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Congrats! You have a loving grandma. She's right about not selling the watch; best it be kept it in the family for generations to enjoy, don't you agree?
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20 June 2012, 09:04 AM
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That's great, wear it well!
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20 June 2012, 09:14 AM
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Welcome
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20 June 2012, 09:29 AM
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Thanks for the welcome!
I'm glad to keep it in the family! |
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20 June 2012, 02:40 PM
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Welcome!
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20 June 2012, 02:52 PM
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Welcome
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20 June 2012, 08:55 PM
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Welcome to TRF.
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22 June 2012, 01:27 PM
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Welcome to TRF
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23 June 2012, 02:19 PM
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Welcome to TRF!
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25 June 2012, 09:33 PM
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Welcome
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26 June 2012, 03:03 AM
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Welcome.
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26 June 2012, 03:56 AM
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welcome
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28 June 2012, 11:18 PM
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Welcome to TRF!
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