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Henri Laurie · 2 September 2007, 03:48 PM

Great having you, the new GMT is going to blow your husband away.

Welcome to TRF

roadcarver · 2 September 2007, 03:52 PM

Seas the day,

on going out of your way for your husband's pre-birthday celebration.

I think you will be giving him the watch in the car on the way to dinner!

hannes · 2 September 2007, 04:02 PM

Tat is great. Has anybodybought a watch from Melrose Rolex wholesalers? If you have please advise as to the quality and reputation. I'm looking to by a watch but want to make sure of the Origanality as there are so many fakes around.

leopardprey · 2 September 2007, 04:20 PM

All us sinlge guys on this forum want to know only one thing.

DO YOU HAVE ANY HOT LOOKING SINGLE SISTERS????

Would be really nice to have a Wife who buys a Rolex for you!!

LOL LOL LOL

Scooby · 3 September 2007, 02:08 AM

Well??? How did it go?

daunwaun · 3 September 2007, 02:10 AM

yeah!!! How did it Go???

Rockrolex · 3 September 2007, 08:19 AM

What a wonderful story, Seas The Day. Let me add my welcome to TRF. First of all, we're glad you found this place and were able to gain some education to help you in your purchase. Second, thank you for sharing this saga with us. And third, So how did the Pre-Birthday dinner go? We're all waiting on pins and needles for the outcome.

BTW, the Anniversary GMT is a beautiful watch. Your husband should be thrilled to receive it and wear it. Best wishes to both of you.

astcell · 3 September 2007, 03:56 PM

I want to see pictures of him smiling ear to ear!

JJ Irani · 3 September 2007, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by astcell

I want to see pictures of him smiling ear to ear!

Yes, but I'd also love to see pics of her smiling ear to ear!!

astcell · 3 September 2007, 06:17 PM

I think they're still.... celebrating.

EvEr34 · 3 September 2007, 09:20 PM

huh...maybe he did not like it???

We need followup!..

Prince · 3 September 2007, 11:43 PM

Welcome to TRF. Everything appropriate has already been said. Your husband will be over the moon with your very thoughtful, excellent gift. You did a great job with the photos as well.

Please keep us informed after he receives his gift. Perhaps he will be spurred to join TRF himself and learn the great stretch of history that lies behind his new watch.

Cheers, and thanks for sharing with us!

Earl · 4 September 2007, 11:05 PM

yup my guess they still celebrating :o)

leopardprey · 4 September 2007, 11:08 PM

maybe he did not like it?

daunwaun · 4 September 2007, 11:11 PM

commmon there has to be some news good or bad???

EvEr34 · 4 September 2007, 11:27 PM

*edit* wrong thread

GoISU · 5 September 2007, 02:03 AM

My YM is my most prized possession and it was given to me by my wife on our wedding day. That is what makes it special, not just he fact that it was an expensive watch. I needed the clasp serviced and the AD wanted to exchange it for a new YM, I refused, that exchanged watch would not have been the ONE that my wife gave me.
He loves it I am sure, please post and tell us his reaction, did you make it through dinner or did he get this awesome gift as soon as you all were seated?

Vanessa CW21 · 6 September 2007, 02:27 AM

Well how did it go, Seas the day??
We're all waiting to read....

Letsgodiving · 6 September 2007, 02:35 AM

Funny that she wouldn't post an update b/c I saw her lurking on a thread after Sat night. Hope things went alright!

leopardprey · 6 September 2007, 02:40 AM

She posted the results in another Thread she started.

dubyatf · 7 September 2007, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leopardprey

She posted the results in another Thread she started.

Hmmm - I couldn't find the other thread.

I too was just wondering what the lucky guy thought about his new watch since I recently got one as a gift.

Letsgodiving · 7 September 2007, 01:01 PM

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=22013

Green Arrow · 7 September 2007, 02:26 PM

and it is still my favorite of the 5 Rolexes I've owned over the years. I think your husband will LOVE it, particularly because of the effort you went through to get it for him.

But he won't like being 50......... trust me on this

Seas the Day · 10 September 2007, 10:25 PM

Hopefully this works, I've been having trouble posting a reply.
Sorry I made you wait so long for the results!

I do recall telling about the gifting on another thread, but don't remember what I wrote, so forgive me if I repeat myself.

I had called and told the restaurant it was my husband's birthday - but not to say anything to him, because it was early, and I wanted to surprise him. When we got to the restaurant, I repeated my instructions to the hostess. Meanwhile, I had a BIG purse, with a big (and heavy) box inside it, that my husband had not noticed at all.

We sit at the table and the waitress comes to ask if we'd ever been to the restaurant before (it was a Ruth's Chris Steakhouse) and congratulations, she saw that someone was celebrating their birthday. My husband looked confused, and I said, "we're celebrating his 50th" motioning in his direction, to which he responded, "it's not my birthday yet," to which I responded, "but we're celebrating tonight" and I pulled out his gift.

I was not thrilled that the waitress initiated the timing, but so be it. In any case, we went through all the ordering stuff, and then my husband opened the box. I thought he knew what I was up to (I had pointed out a Rolex at our local AD and asked his opinion of it just one month before) but in fact he was surprised. I think it took him a little time to get used to the fact that I bought him the watch, and I got all nervous that he might not like the GMT Master II as much as some other models and I insisted that he look at all the Rolexes at the AD (not many) to make sure he got the one that HE liked best.

Unfortunately I'd/we'd given him the watch on Saturday night of Labor Day weekend, so he wasn't able to get links removed from his bracelet, or look at other watches until Tuesday. He said he wanted to keep the watch that WE picked out, but I really wanted to make sure HE liked the one we picked out because it's a lot of money to spend if you're just planning to "settle."

So, he is now wearing his watch each day. Not one person has mentioned it! I was rather shocked about that, but my girlfriend says, "people don't mention the Rolex on your wrist, they merely notice it and act accordingly." She wears her mother's Datejust which she has worn for the last 15 years, and her mother wore for 15 years before that.

In any case, the bill has been paid, and I hope my husband feels very good with a Rolex on his wrist... but not so good that this is the first of many.

roadcarver · 10 September 2007, 10:33 PM

Glad to know that the evening went well and your husband is enjoying the GMT II! Just introduce him to the forum and let him carry the burden of the addiction

GoISU · 11 September 2007, 05:05 PM

I knew he would love it. You really can't appreciate it until you have one to wear. Christmas is coming, maybe you will get a big heavy box in return.

JJ Irani · 11 September 2007, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Seas the Day

Hopefully this works, I've been having trouble posting a reply.
Sorry I made you wait so long for the results!

I do recall telling about the gifting on another thread, but don't remember what I wrote, so forgive me if I repeat myself.

I had called and told the restaurant it was my husband's birthday - but not to say anything to him, because it was early, and I wanted to surprise him. When we got to the restaurant, I repeated my instructions to the hostess. Meanwhile, I had a BIG purse, with a big (and heavy) box inside it, that my husband had not noticed at all.

We sit at the table and the waitress comes to ask if we'd ever been to the restaurant before (it was a Ruth's Chris Steakhouse) and congratulations, she saw that someone was celebrating their birthday. My husband looked confused, and I said, "we're celebrating his 50th" motioning in his direction, to which he responded, "it's not my birthday yet," to which I responded, "but we're celebrating tonight" and I pulled out his gift.

I was not thrilled that the waitress initiated the timing, but so be it. In any case, we went through all the ordering stuff, and then my husband opened the box. I thought he knew what I was up to (I had pointed out a Rolex at our local AD and asked his opinion of it just one month before) but in fact he was surprised. I think it took him a little time to get used to the fact that I bought him the watch, and I got all nervous that he might not like the GMT Master II as much as some other models and I insisted that he look at all the Rolexes at the AD (not many) to make sure he got the one that HE liked best.

Unfortunately I'd/we'd given him the watch on Saturday night of Labor Day weekend, so he wasn't able to get links removed from his bracelet, or look at other watches until Tuesday. He said he wanted to keep the watch that WE picked out, but I really wanted to make sure HE liked the one we picked out because it's a lot of money to spend if you're just planning to "settle."

So, he is now wearing his watch each day. Not one person has mentioned it! I was rather shocked about that, but my girlfriend says, "people don't mention the Rolex on your wrist, they merely notice it and act accordingly." She wears her mother's Datejust which she has worn for the last 15 years, and her mother wore for 15 years before that.

In any case, the bill has been paid, and I hope my husband feels very good with a Rolex on his wrist... but not so good that this is the first of many.

Well done.....that's a touching tale. Your hubby is one lucky guy to have such a wonderful wife like you!!

JJ

s7horton · 11 September 2007, 10:42 PM

Ruth's Chris? As in the steakhouse outside of Detroit?

If so, you are only two hours from me.

astcell · 11 September 2007, 11:44 PM

Beautiful story! Now have him logon here so we can tell him what an amazing wife he has!

2 September 2007, 03:52 PM	#62
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Seas the day, on going out of your way for your husband's pre-birthday celebration. I think you will be giving him the watch in the car on the way to dinner! __________________ I'm just a cook...

3 September 2007, 08:19 AM	#67
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,967	What a wonderful story, Seas The Day. Let me add my welcome to TRF. First of all, we're glad you found this place and were able to gain some education to help you in your purchase. Second, thank you for sharing this saga with us. And third, So how did the Pre-Birthday dinner go? We're all waiting on pins and needles for the outcome. BTW, the Anniversary GMT is a beautiful watch. Your husband should be thrilled to receive it and wear it. Best wishes to both of you. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

3 September 2007, 11:43 PM	#72
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Welcome to TRF. Everything appropriate has already been said. Your husband will be over the moon with your very thoughtful, excellent gift. You did a great job with the photos as well. Please keep us informed after he receives his gift. Perhaps he will be spurred to join TRF himself and learn the great stretch of history that lies behind his new watch. Cheers, and thanks for sharing with us! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

4 September 2007, 11:11 PM	#75
daunwaun "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: toronto Watch: 18K YG Day Date Posts: 2,985	commmon there has to be some news good or bad??? __________________ DAUNWAUN

7 September 2007, 02:26 PM	#83
Green Arrow "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,060	Well, I didn't get a discount on my TT GMT C "Green Arrow" and it is still my favorite of the 5 Rolexes I've owned over the years. I think your husband will LOVE it, particularly because of the effort you went through to get it for him. But he won't like being 50......... trust me on this

2 September 2007, 03:48 PM	#61
Henri Laurie Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: South Africa Watch: SS GMT 116710LN Posts: 74	Great having you, the new GMT is going to blow your husband away. Welcome to TRF

2 September 2007, 04:02 PM	#63
hannes "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: south africa Posts: 8	Tat is great. Has anybodybought a watch from Melrose Rolex wholesalers? If you have please advise as to the quality and reputation. I'm looking to by a watch but want to make sure of the Origanality as there are so many fakes around.

2 September 2007, 04:20 PM	#64
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	All us sinlge guys on this forum want to know only one thing. DO YOU HAVE ANY HOT LOOKING SINGLE SISTERS???? Would be really nice to have a Wife who buys a Rolex for you!! LOL LOL LOL

3 September 2007, 02:08 AM	#65
Scooby Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Darren Location: Virginia, USA Watch: GMT Posts: 923	Well??? How did it go?

3 September 2007, 02:10 AM	#66
daunwaun "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: toronto Watch: 18K YG Day Date Posts: 2,985	yeah!!! How did it Go???

3 September 2007, 03:56 PM	#68
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	I want to see pictures of him smiling ear to ear!

3 September 2007, 06:17 PM	#70
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	I think they're still.... celebrating.

3 September 2007, 09:20 PM	#71
EvEr34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 1,909	huh...maybe he did not like it??? We need followup!..

4 September 2007, 11:05 PM	#73
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	yup my guess they still celebrating :o)

4 September 2007, 11:08 PM	#74
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	maybe he did not like it?

4 September 2007, 11:27 PM	#76
EvEr34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 1,909	edit wrong thread

5 September 2007, 02:03 AM	#77
GoISU Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: IL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 146	My YM is my most prized possession and it was given to me by my wife on our wedding day. That is what makes it special, not just he fact that it was an expensive watch. I needed the clasp serviced and the AD wanted to exchange it for a new YM, I refused, that exchanged watch would not have been the ONE that my wife gave me. He loves it I am sure, please post and tell us his reaction, did you make it through dinner or did he get this awesome gift as soon as you all were seated?

6 September 2007, 02:27 AM	#78
Vanessa CW21 TechXpert & 2016 Patron Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mx Posts: 1,572	Well how did it go, Seas the day?? We're all waiting to read....

6 September 2007, 02:35 AM	#79
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,319	Funny that she wouldn't post an update b/c I saw her lurking on a thread after Sat night. Hope things went alright!

6 September 2007, 02:40 AM	#80
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	She posted the results in another Thread she started.

7 September 2007, 01:01 PM	#82
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,319	http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=22013

10 September 2007, 10:25 PM	#84
Seas the Day Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: USA Posts: 15	Hopefully this works, I've been having trouble posting a reply. Sorry I made you wait so long for the results! I do recall telling about the gifting on another thread, but don't remember what I wrote, so forgive me if I repeat myself. I had called and told the restaurant it was my husband's birthday - but not to say anything to him, because it was early, and I wanted to surprise him. When we got to the restaurant, I repeated my instructions to the hostess. Meanwhile, I had a BIG purse, with a big (and heavy) box inside it, that my husband had not noticed at all. We sit at the table and the waitress comes to ask if we'd ever been to the restaurant before (it was a Ruth's Chris Steakhouse) and congratulations, she saw that someone was celebrating their birthday. My husband looked confused, and I said, "we're celebrating his 50th" motioning in his direction, to which he responded, "it's not my birthday yet," to which I responded, "but we're celebrating tonight" and I pulled out his gift. I was not thrilled that the waitress initiated the timing, but so be it. In any case, we went through all the ordering stuff, and then my husband opened the box. I thought he knew what I was up to (I had pointed out a Rolex at our local AD and asked his opinion of it just one month before) but in fact he was surprised. I think it took him a little time to get used to the fact that I bought him the watch, and I got all nervous that he might not like the GMT Master II as much as some other models and I insisted that he look at all the Rolexes at the AD (not many) to make sure he got the one that HE liked best. Unfortunately I'd/we'd given him the watch on Saturday night of Labor Day weekend, so he wasn't able to get links removed from his bracelet, or look at other watches until Tuesday. He said he wanted to keep the watch that WE picked out, but I really wanted to make sure HE liked the one we picked out because it's a lot of money to spend if you're just planning to "settle." So, he is now wearing his watch each day. Not one person has mentioned it! I was rather shocked about that, but my girlfriend says, "people don't mention the Rolex on your wrist, they merely notice it and act accordingly." She wears her mother's Datejust which she has worn for the last 15 years, and her mother wore for 15 years before that. In any case, the bill has been paid, and I hope my husband feels very good with a Rolex on his wrist... but not so good that this is the first of many.

10 September 2007, 10:33 PM	#85
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Glad to know that the evening went well and your husband is enjoying the GMT II! Just introduce him to the forum and let him carry the burden of the addiction __________________ I'm just a cook...

11 September 2007, 05:05 PM	#86
GoISU Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: IL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 146	I knew he would love it. You really can't appreciate it until you have one to wear. Christmas is coming, maybe you will get a big heavy box in return.

11 September 2007, 10:42 PM	#88
s7horton "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Seth Location: Grand Rapids, MI Watch: 16613LB, 126610….. Posts: 995	Ruth's Chris? As in the steakhouse outside of Detroit? If so, you are only two hours from me.

11 September 2007, 11:44 PM	#89
astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	Beautiful story! Now have him logon here so we can tell him what an amazing wife he has!

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