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19 October 2016, 11:13 AM
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Once in a lifetime... my journey to acquire my grail (lots of pics)
There are a few moments in our lives where we know is very special. This weekend was one of mine.
As some of you know from my recent threads, I’ve been a Panerai guy for the last 10 years. A couple years ago, I started looking at APs mainly due to a fellow car guy - s14roller. It was a lot more expensive than what I wanted to spend so I tabled that for a few years (but I have still browsed the AP forums periodically). After a long year at work, I decided to treat myself with my first AP. I didn’t know much of AP at all (and am still learning now) so I looked at a lot of pics and bugged a LOT of people with questions (once again, mainly Jack - s14roller, peter - wx watches, Sam – 911cab, etc). Looked at Panda, new panda, the Beast, Ti-grays theme, and RG rubberclad… all were nice watches but none of them “spoke to me.” Until… I saw the RB2Ti. Being a car guy, it was easy to be drawn to this LE. I’m not eloquent with words so the best way I can describe it is that I fell in love instantly. Next step… look on ebay to see how much folks are asking. I’ve seen ranges from $42-$55K. Obviously, this was way 2-3x more than the AP’s I was initially looking at but you only live once and I’d rather spend more on something I love and smile every time I wear it than spend less for something I like but not love. Now that I narrowed it down… the search was on. Once again, bugged Jack and Sam A LOT to learn about the RB2 but finally found one that was a safe queen and being sold by the original owner. I’m happy to say as of this weekend, I’m now a proud owner of my grail AP and am 1 of 1000! Here are some pics of my trip! About to head to the airport and Daisy wanted to wish me a safe and good trip  A shot of my Panerai 88 on my flight to NY to meet the seller  One more shot of the 88 at breakfast before meeting with seller at Wempe Jewelers  Success! Of course, my first wristshot (and first stop) was at the AP Boutique  Since my gf and I were born and raised in NY but live in Texas now, we spent the rest of the weekend hitting up our old hangout spots (with obligatory wrist shots!) Central park  Rockefeller center  Times Square  Freedom tower  Breakfast at Big Wongs in Chinatown  Walked across the Brooklyn Bridge to Dumbo  Lunch at Jullianos  Obligatory pano of manhattan  After picking up my grail roo, reliving old memories and seeing how the city has evolved, it was time to go home and back to the daily grind.  Thanks to all who have helped and advised me on my first AP roo with a special thanks to Sam, Nad, Aviv and Jack. I feel truly blessed to pick up my grail… I hope that every time I wear it, I will be reminded of God’s goodness and to continue to work hard and enjoy life with people I love. Edwin |
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19 October 2016, 11:17 AM
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Wonderful post. Many congrats! Looks great on you!
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19 October 2016, 11:22 AM
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Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail
Location: New Albany
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Great pics.
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19 October 2016, 11:22 AM
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Inspiring! I hope to follow a similar path towards my AP grail as well some day. Thanks for sharing!
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19 October 2016, 11:25 AM
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Real Name: Neil
Location: UK
Watch: ing ships roll in
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Many congrats, an epic piece! I picked up my grail AP recently so know how great and contented one feels.
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19 October 2016, 11:41 AM
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Big congrats on your grail
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19 October 2016, 11:57 AM
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Congrats!
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19 October 2016, 12:03 PM
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Stunner congrats
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19 October 2016, 12:09 PM
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Real Name: Jim
Location: Orange County, CA
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Congrats and a truly awesome story! That's what obtaining a grail is all about. Wear it in good health.
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19 October 2016, 12:10 PM
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Real Name: Pav
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Great watch , great dog, great NYC shots. Enjoy your watch !!!
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19 October 2016, 12:31 PM
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Real Name: Rommel
Location: Toronto Canada
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Congrats and enjoy in good health! Thanks for sharing that with us, I love seeing pictures of New York
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19 October 2016, 12:38 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2009
Real Name: Mike
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Congrats on getting your grail! Even sweeter to be able to visit all your "old hangout spots" with it. Thanks for sharing!
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19 October 2016, 12:42 PM
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Real Name: Ken Kelvins
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Congrats ! That's one cool piece for sureee
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19 October 2016, 12:54 PM
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Beautiful but damn it's huge!
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19 October 2016, 01:10 PM
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Real Name: Felipe
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Congrats on acquiring your grail, enjoy it!
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19 October 2016, 01:15 PM
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Great post! Very happy for you.
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19 October 2016, 01:21 PM
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Awesome stuff! Thanks for sharing.
Big CONGRATS on finding your grail AP. It looks great on you.   Cheers, Joe
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19 October 2016, 01:23 PM
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Real Name: Larry
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Very Nice!
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19 October 2016, 02:00 PM
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Wonderful collection you've got there!
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19 October 2016, 02:20 PM
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Very nice. Keep posting photos!
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19 October 2016, 02:26 PM
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Congrats, stunning piece!
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19 October 2016, 02:51 PM
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Great story and pics
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19 October 2016, 02:56 PM
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Great Post! Big Congrats and welcome to AP!
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19 October 2016, 03:09 PM
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Congrats! Looks great!
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19 October 2016, 03:25 PM
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Real Name: Roger
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Congrats! What a great entry to the AP world!
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19 October 2016, 05:09 PM
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Awesome piece, cool dog too, congrats
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19 October 2016, 06:50 PM
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Went straight to the Bentley and skipped the S Class on that one!
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19 October 2016, 08:21 PM
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That's an absolute stunner, "wear it in good health" as they say.
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19 October 2016, 08:41 PM
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Congratulations.
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19 October 2016, 09:19 PM
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Real Name: Serg
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Epic! Congratulations!
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