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Matt_24 · 18 August 2010, 09:36 AM

I took private pool lessons from the legendary "many-time" 9 Ball, Straight Pool, Eight ball World Champion Mike "The Mouth", "Captain Hook" Sigel. This is the equivalent of a golfer getting private lessons from Tiger Woods. Mike is 57 and still plays world class pool. He also wears a gorgeous Rolex that he purchased new in 1985. He said he never had it serviced and it keeps perfect time.

I took a few shots of him warming up before our lesson and got a decent one of his "watch" in action. If you're not a pool fan, here is a good article about Mike from Cigar Aficionado:

http://www.cigaraficionado.com/Cigar...540,95,00.html

Here is a youtube clip from the first 10 minutes of a match between Mike Sigel and Mike Zuglan. Mike runs a perfect 150 ball game....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5bvRhETn_s

Thanks.

scl6118 · 18 August 2010, 12:31 PM

Cool shots and story!

wood600rr · 18 August 2010, 12:38 PM

I've spoken with Mike several times over the years, I used to work at a pool hall and he was friends with the owner (Tommy Brown). He's a great player and a cool guy.

Chipmunk · 18 August 2010, 12:39 PM

I don't like wearing my watch when shooting pool. It's distracting.

Rolesor · 18 August 2010, 01:03 PM

very cool - what a great experience to have!

Rolesor · 18 August 2010, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chipmunk

I don't like wearing my watch when shooting pool. It's distracting.

I wear on my right hand so it's out of my eye sight when I play lol

rpryan55 · 18 August 2010, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chipmunk

I don't like wearing my watch when shooting pool. It's distracting.

Agreed. But to the OP: Cool thread and great pics!

18 August 2010, 09:36 AM	#1
Matt_24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DC Posts: 148	Mike Sigel - World Champion - Rolex I took private pool lessons from the legendary "many-time" 9 Ball, Straight Pool, Eight ball World Champion Mike "The Mouth", "Captain Hook" Sigel. This is the equivalent of a golfer getting private lessons from Tiger Woods. Mike is 57 and still plays world class pool. He also wears a gorgeous Rolex that he purchased new in 1985. He said he never had it serviced and it keeps perfect time. I took a few shots of him warming up before our lesson and got a decent one of his "watch" in action. If you're not a pool fan, here is a good article about Mike from Cigar Aficionado: http://www.cigaraficionado.com/Cigar...540,95,00.html Here is a youtube clip from the first 10 minutes of a match between Mike Sigel and Mike Zuglan. Mike runs a perfect 150 ball game.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5bvRhETn_s Thanks. Attached Images

18 August 2010, 12:31 PM	#2
scl6118 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Shawn Location: United States Watch: SS GMT IIC Posts: 1,624	Cool shots and story! __________________ Current: SS GMT IIC Former: Panerai 114 Former: Breitling Hercules :

18 August 2010, 12:39 PM	#4
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	I don't like wearing my watch when shooting pool. It's distracting. __________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

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Rolesor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Brandon Location: Toronto, ON Watch: 116234 Posts: 4,150	very cool - what a great experience to have! __________________ 116234 - Blue Concentric Dial - Fluted Bezel - Oyster Bracelet Tudor Black Bay 54 - Rubber Strap

18 August 2010, 12:38 PM	#3
wood600rr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Daytona Beach Posts: 24	I've spoken with Mike several times over the years, I used to work at a pool hall and he was friends with the owner (Tommy Brown). He's a great player and a cool guy.

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