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20 August 2015, 02:40 AM | #1 |
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Fellow WG Sub owners/admirers. I apologise for doubting you guys!!! (long read)
I did see it as a beautiful watch since always, especially since I have a thing for the blue, but I never thought of it as a watch I would want to buy for some reason.
For starters, it sometimes looked too blue; Also couldn't justify the money. I came on here as a lurker, looking to see what people thought of the BLNR, and purchased it soon after. I never thought I would spend more than that amount of money in my dreams, on a watch. But here we are today, months later, and a 5711 purchase later, looking for another watch. Crazy how I went from trying so hard to justify the BLNR, to now looking for a third watch. We have all been there I guess. The weight on this watch, with the stealth factor, and the blue color together with the beautiful white gold, are probably the best combination in a watch EVER!! It was funny that initially the AD told me he doesn't understand why Rolex makes WG, and he practically dissed the watch, and how people would obviously prefer a YG watch if they were to pay that much money, otherwise just go SS. Once I told him I would like to try it, he changed his mind and told me how stunning it is. =/ I immediately thought that I should really flip the 5711.. That is how stunning the watch is in the flesh. It also fits my life style much better as a causal dresser. Once I calmed down, I reminded myself how much I love the 5711, and how much harder it is/was for me to find in brand new, and that I have a lot of time to save up for the Smurf. Being only 25, I have plenty of time to add the piece, and having just bought my Patek, it is very unlikely I will be adding the smurf anytime soon. This is however my next watch. I will be back my friends!!!!! Wait for me, I will join the club!! |
20 August 2015, 02:41 AM | #2 |
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Pic of my current two.
I think the smurf would make for a perfect trio. |
20 August 2015, 02:41 AM | #3 |
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yeeeee
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20 August 2015, 02:42 AM | #4 |
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Lovely pair.
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20 August 2015, 02:46 AM | #5 |
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I consider the 116619LB as my grail, hopefully I will achieve it very soon
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20 August 2015, 02:48 AM | #6 |
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The Smurf is killer, for sure - it also really looks handsome on you.
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Thanks my friend! LOL I am. Wasn't the point of this thread though. Quote:
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I tend to stay away from YG or RG at this point in my life. Maybe it is because of my age, or maybe I like a stealthier watch, but I can't pull it off in my head. This is perfect though. |
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20 August 2015, 02:58 AM | #9 |
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OP, wonderful duo and a smurf would be a stellar addition
Dude wtf? gtfo |
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20 August 2015, 03:10 AM | #11 |
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It's a great addition to any collection. It's also my grail watch. When the opportunity presents itself, go for it.
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20 August 2015, 03:17 AM | #12 |
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Thanks for tossing that guy, mods!
Love the smurf and it would be a great piece in your collection!
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Thank you! Will have my air(work), sea, land trio!!
Will also have a PM in the mix, and all three have my fav color! Everything is coming together now Quote:
Hope you get yours! Here's to the incoming in the future; no matter how long it will take. |
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Here's some more motivation for ya
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20 August 2015, 03:27 AM | #17 |
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What does that thing cost? It looks great but outta my range... which is to say I couldn't justify it to the wife if she found out it was over $20K, which I'm certain it is. To be honest though justifying ANOTHER watch to her regardless of price is a likely impossibility.
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20 August 2015, 03:29 AM | #19 |
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looks superb on your wrist
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Honestly, I had to really convince myself to buy my first watch, the BLNR. At 8K it felt way too much and I couldn't believe I did it. Here I am today, my second one cost me 24K, and I am looking at the third. Stay on this forum, and this will happen to you; And it WILL happen quick! Thank you! |
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20 August 2015, 03:39 AM | #22 |
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watch looks great on you and I think it is really a one and only perfect everything, everyday, everywhere watch, a Grail for sure!!
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20 August 2015, 03:44 AM | #23 | |
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I absolutely agree. I am extremely happy at this time with my current duo, and the Rolex serves as my go-to sports watch for now, but I am saving, and I will be adding the Smurf in the future for sure. What a watch, and I know you've had yours for a while, but congrats on such beautiful time pieces. |
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20 August 2015, 03:51 AM | #24 |
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The Smurf would make a great trio.
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20 August 2015, 03:54 AM | #25 |
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Great story and photos, definitely on my short list. This is not helping...............
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20 August 2015, 04:24 AM | #26 |
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[QUOTE=crazypilot;6070721]Pic of my current two.
I think the smurf would make for a perfect trio. Great combo!! |
20 August 2015, 04:46 AM | #27 |
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20 August 2015, 05:05 AM | #28 |
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Wonderful choice, love a gold Rolex!
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20 August 2015, 05:40 AM | #29 |
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Don't forget us
Just be sure to post pictures when that beauty is on your wrist
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