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JustABreathAway · 10 March 2012, 11:51 AM

Forgiveness and permission, you know, one is easier...

mfer · 10 March 2012, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by FremStar

Interesting Mik, so how are you going to convince the Mrs. now?

That is where I need you guys!

FremStar · 10 March 2012, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by mfer

That is where I need you guys!

I will tell you what Ken told me. Tell your Mrs. that Rolex timepieces multiply at night!

In all honesty try and go with her to the AD so she can see how it looks on you and give it a solid 5-6 months to warm her up to your purchase. You may be able to save some coin by going the preloved route. I will be sure to keep my eyes on your post

Good luck!

mfer · 10 March 2012, 12:23 PM

She'll warm up to the idea, she always does. But it might take longer this time. Got two watches this past year already...

zeuloa · 10 March 2012, 01:39 PM

Explorer II

kilyung · 10 March 2012, 01:45 PM

Just do what I do. Get it and feign ignorance and deflect. Observe:

- New watch?? It's always been there... You just don't take notice of my interests. In fact when was the last time you really listened to what I was saying about my hobby?!

FeelingTheBlues · 10 March 2012, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Just do what I do. Get it and feign ignorance and deflect. Observe:

- New watch?? It's always been there... You just don't take notice of my interests. In fact when was the last time you really listened to what I was saying about my hobby?!

...And then she'll let you get another one in hope that you'll forgive her!

kilyung · 10 March 2012, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

...And then she'll let you get another one in hope that you'll forgive her!

Exactly young grasshopper!

MortgageGuy · 10 March 2012, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 520Matt

hmmm my first guess was going to be EXP 2 but this hint leads me to believe the watch has been around for a while. I'm guessing DJ 2 41mm or YM SS PT.

I am saying a DJ2 also and perhaps even in TT

FeelingTheBlues · 10 March 2012, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Exactly young grasshopper!

If only that could work with my girlfriend...

Mosco · 10 March 2012, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

If only that could work with my girlfriend...

I tried similar approach with the wife last night.... didn't work so well:

-"New girlfriend?? She's always been there... You just don't take notice of my interests. In fact when was the last time you really listened to what I was saying about my hobby?!"

- SLAP!

nauticajoe · 10 March 2012, 11:50 PM

Ah, bitten by the bug! Sorry to hear Mik.

Congrats in advance!

kilyung · 10 March 2012, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Mosco

I tried similar approach with the wife last night.... didn't work so well:

-"New girlfriend?? She's always been there... You just don't take notice of my interests. In fact when was the last time you really listened to what I was saying about my hobby?!"

- SLAP!

Greg,
That situation requires the old "it doesn't mean anything baby" or "I've got needs" lines.

Cru Jones · 10 March 2012, 11:55 PM

The new Explorer is quite nice....tried it on one time and was really surprised by its presence and ease of wear.

To be truthful, I'm a little down on Rolex these days....I think what it was is no longer (or, rather, it hasn't been for some time, and I can no longer deny it). But, from your post, I have hope that this is just a phase, like you, and I will find my way back.

At least I still have the Hulk to lust after.

Would you let one of the PAMs or Sub-Date go to make this happen?

Nica64 · 11 March 2012, 12:23 AM

Good choice

, beautiful watch.

mfer · 11 March 2012, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

The new Explorer is quite nice....tried it on one time and was really surprised by its presence and ease of wear.

To be truthful, I'm a little down on Rolex these days....I think what it was is no longer (or, rather, it hasn't been for some time, and I can no longer deny it). But, from your post, I have hope that this is just a phase, like you, and I will find my way back.

At least I still have the Hulk to lust after.

Would you let one of the PAMs or Sub-Date go to make this happen?

Truth be told, I have not been excited at all about modern Rolex. I am finding out I prefer the old lighter ones. I bought the IIc on a whim. Showed up at AD and bought it first time I ever saw it. PCL's and overall weight just wasn't for me. Sold it at a loss later. Haven't really regretted the sale.

I will take my time on the 214270 purchase. Want to make sure it isn't just lust right now. I like that it is very low profile in terms of height and the watch simple molds to my wrist perfectly. The bracelet is also smaller and lighter. A plus for me. I like the older light bracelets that some call tuna can clasps or something. They are light and they work!

Rather long answer but no flips are being planned at this time, but I'm not rushing out to get a 39mm explorer either. Who knows, maybe the perfect 5513 will fall out of the sky also...

mfer · 11 March 2012, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Just do what I do. Get it and feign ignorance and deflect. Observe:

- New watch?? It's always been there... You just don't take notice of my interests. In fact when was the last time you really listened to what I was saying about my hobby?!

Problem is my wife knows all my watches! I like your moxy though Mike!

kilyung · 11 March 2012, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by mfer

Who knows, maybe the perfect 5513 will fall out of the sky also...

Hey Mik, if that ever happens I hope you'll return my watch. My wife keeps telling me that I'm going to lose something very important one of these days if I don't give up GA flying.

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Originally Posted by mfer

Problem is my wife knows all my watches! I like your moxy though Mike!

DARK_KNIGHT · 11 March 2012, 01:05 AM

Telling your Wife the truth is the only legitimate and viable solution.

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Memphis Raines · 11 March 2012, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by mfer

BTW, the winner is clearly Memphis Raines, the new guy that knows me so well!

Well there's your answer as to what to tell the Mrs, just say a complete stranger who doesn't know you just knew that you wanted an Explorer and that it's clearly some sort of karma, it'd be bad luck not to get it now... ;-)

MoBe · 11 March 2012, 03:13 AM

Tell her you found it in the park,that story has never worked for me but maybe you`re a better salesman than I am.

Gerardus · 11 March 2012, 03:14 AM

Congratz!

z32turbo · 11 March 2012, 04:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MoBe

Tell her you found it in the park,that story has never worked for me but maybe you`re a better salesman than I am.

Flintstone · 11 March 2012, 05:02 AM

You are SO getting a milguass GV -- welcome to the party!!

10 March 2012, 12:23 PM	#34
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	She'll warm up to the idea, she always does. But it might take longer this time. Got two watches this past year already... __________________ member#3242

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Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Good choice , beautiful watch. __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

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DARK_KNIGHT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Jack Location: Dothan Watch: Cartier Posts: 1,236	Telling your Wife the truth is the only legitimate and viable solution. - - - - - - - - - You won the watch on the tri-annual TRF giveaway's ........................... __________________ "The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits."

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JustABreathAway Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: United States Watch: The Reference Posts: 1,743	Forgiveness and permission, you know, one is easier...

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zeuloa "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Jose Location: Here Watch: SEA-DWELLER Posts: 2,232	Explorer II

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kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Just do what I do. Get it and feign ignorance and deflect. Observe: - New watch?? It's always been there... You just don't take notice of my interests. In fact when was the last time you really listened to what I was saying about my hobby?!

10 March 2012, 11:50 PM	#42
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Ah, bitten by the bug! Sorry to hear Mik. Congrats in advance!

10 March 2012, 11:55 PM	#44
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	The new Explorer is quite nice....tried it on one time and was really surprised by its presence and ease of wear. To be truthful, I'm a little down on Rolex these days....I think what it was is no longer (or, rather, it hasn't been for some time, and I can no longer deny it). But, from your post, I have hope that this is just a phase, like you, and I will find my way back. At least I still have the Hulk to lust after. Would you let one of the PAMs or Sub-Date go to make this happen?

11 March 2012, 03:13 AM	#51
MoBe "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 6,773	Tell her you found it in the park,that story has never worked for me but maybe you`re a better salesman than I am.

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Flintstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: New York Posts: 634	You are SO getting a milguass GV -- welcome to the party!!

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