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Old 7 December 2023, 02:41 AM   #1
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Over the Moon--My First Rolex!

Hey everyone! I’ve lurked here for a while but finally joined 😊 I just received my first Rolex, a Datejust 126200 white dial with roman numerals! I’m so happy about it and what it means to me. My only other watch is an Omega Seamaster Professional 300m co-axial midsize, bought new in 2018 when my first son was born and it hasn’t left my wrist until now.
I don’t make that much money (relatively speaking, or maybe compared to a majority of Rolex owners), but I’ve worked really hard at my job over the last 18 months and I’m just so proud of what I’ve accomplished that I wanted to commemorate it with a watch I’ve been lusting over for a long time. It’s a huge purchase for me, but it won’t ever come off my wrist until it’s passed down to one of my 2 little boys, and my Omega to the other 😊 Every time I look down at my wrist I feel like I’ve accomplished something; the sentiment is strong for me in this one!
*My wife agreed to let me purchase this Rolex and not give me crap for it if I gave her a 3rd baby….not a chance! Lol But always willing to practice.
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:03 AM   #2
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Way to go my friend, that is a big accomplishment, one that you will treasure for life and pass on. Congrats and make many beautiful memories with it
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:07 AM   #3
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Congrats. Looks nice.
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:09 AM   #4
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Congrats to you. Looks super on you. May it always be worn in good health.
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:10 AM   #5
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:11 AM   #6
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Beautiful watch. Wear it in good health.
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:12 AM   #7
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:18 AM   #8
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:39 AM   #9
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Congrats!!! I must ask, what color is your Omega?

Funny enough my first luxury watch was an Omega 300m coaxial back in 2008, the “Bond” (Brosnan) watch but in black dial instead of the traditional Bond blue.

My second luxury watch was a Datejust 36mm, white dial Roman numeral dome bezel with oyster PCL bracelet. Exact same configuration as you!
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:42 AM   #10
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Looks great, congratulations to you!
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:45 AM   #11
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:46 AM   #12
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:53 AM   #13
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:54 AM   #14
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Old 7 December 2023, 08:57 AM   #15
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Old 7 December 2023, 09:01 AM   #16
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Good on you great looking watch
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Old 7 December 2023, 09:04 AM   #17
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That's what it's all about. Nice going. Congratulations.
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Old 7 December 2023, 09:13 AM   #18
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Isn’t that dial just so crisp in person! My friend has a 41mm like yours, and my wife has a 31mm with white Roman’s dial and it’s just soo good looking

Big congrats on your first Rolex - may it continue to bring you joy and happiness daily
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Old 7 December 2023, 09:22 AM   #19
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Great watch! Congrats! Lovely story behind it all as well
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Old 7 December 2023, 09:26 AM   #20
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Hey everyone! I’ve lurked here for a while but finally joined I just received my first Rolex, a Datejust 126200 white dial with roman numerals! I’m so happy about it and what it means to me. My only other watch is an Omega Seamaster Professional 300m co-axial midsize, bought new in 2018 when my first son was born and it hasn’t left my wrist until now.
I don’t make that much money (relatively speaking, or maybe compared to a majority of Rolex owners), but I’ve worked really hard at my job over the last 18 months and I’m just so proud of what I’ve accomplished that I wanted to commemorate it with a watch I’ve been lusting over for a long time. It’s a huge purchase for me, but it won’t ever come off my wrist until it’s passed down to one of my 2 little boys, and my Omega to the other Every time I look down at my wrist I feel like I’ve accomplished something; the sentiment is strong for me in this one!
*My wife agreed to let me purchase this Rolex and not give me crap for it if I gave her a 3rd baby….not a chance! Lol But always willing to practice.
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Congrats on all fronts… and, dont forget - you can always justify watch purchase with “it’s a birth watch for the baby!”. Again, congrats. I love white the white datejust.
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Old 7 December 2023, 09:27 AM   #21
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Milestone pieces are the best! I'm glad you earned your beautiful Datejust. Having a watch from both Rolex and Omega really speaks to your dedication and hard work. Keep it up and congrats!

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Have three kids if that's what the wifey wants. Nothing better in life than surrounding yourself with a loving wife and a herd of ninos!
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Old 7 December 2023, 09:28 AM   #22
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Old 7 December 2023, 09:32 AM   #23
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Congrats on all fronts… and, dont forget - you can always justify watch purchase with “it’s a birth watch for the baby!”. Again, congrats. I love white the white datejust.
Great advice
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Old 7 December 2023, 09:33 AM   #24
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Well done buddy, great watch, enjoy it! You earned it


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Old 7 December 2023, 09:36 AM   #25
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Old 7 December 2023, 12:21 PM   #26
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Looks sharp, congratulations.
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Old 7 December 2023, 12:23 PM   #27
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Dude! Huge congrats. Loved your story. It’s what it’s all about.


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Old 7 December 2023, 12:28 PM   #28
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Old 7 December 2023, 12:37 PM   #29
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Great reference- Congrats OP!
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Old 7 December 2023, 12:54 PM   #30
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What a nice way to commemorate a big accomplishment. Wear in good health and congrats!
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