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14 April 2012, 11:13 PM
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Thank you Frogman4me!
A few weeks ago I was in Baltimore and had an opportunity to meet Frogman4me (David) for breakfast.
A planned "quick cup of coffee" lasted almost 2 hours - as we shared stories about watches, life and faith. I saw David's beautiful collection of vintage Rolex, Tudors and Seikos. I was (and still am) awed by his offer to give me a 30 year old Seiko diver (6039) from his collection. I originally declined his gracious offer, but after talking longer, I realized it was important for David to share this beautiful gift with me and for me to accept it. Our watch means alot to me for many reasons. Thank you David...  Our passion has the ability to take us on different and important journeys - I hope you enjoy yours. Russ |
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14 April 2012, 11:36 PM
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Nice one
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14 April 2012, 11:50 PM
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Russ you are so right. Its great that our hobby can connect people on many different levels. I am glad that you both had the opportunity to meet and share some experiences while on your travel to Baltimore. I hope that your subsequent journey is fruitful as well.
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15 April 2012, 12:15 AM
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What a cool watch, congratulations and enjoy it
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15 April 2012, 12:28 AM
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Great story and what a nice place to be on this forum.
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15 April 2012, 12:42 AM
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15 April 2012, 12:43 AM
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Very nice to share such an amazing experience and positive Russ.
To David, you are a class act. What an amazing gesture. We should all aspire to such acts of generosity.
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15 April 2012, 02:10 AM
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Wow Russ thank you, this thread humbles me. I feel so blessed to have met you and I agree the best part of our watch hobby is not the watch itself but the people you meet and encourage along the way.
After we parted ways I wanted to give you my 6105 instead or I wish I didn't sell all my 6309's that were in better condition but your so appreciative anyway :) This thread was not necessary you are too kind my friend. |
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15 April 2012, 02:13 AM
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Great watch, and story! And what a gracious gesture by David. A great guy that one.
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15 April 2012, 02:26 AM
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David is a good person
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15 April 2012, 02:30 AM
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Wow, very nice story. Lot of great people on this forum, so willing to share with others.
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15 April 2012, 03:21 AM
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Yay David! You represent Baltimore well and great gift!
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15 April 2012, 09:22 AM
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Great people... great hobby.. we are all truly blessed here guys!!!
Best, Fred |
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15 April 2012, 09:26 AM
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The watches here are great, but the community here and David is one of them, is simply outstanding.
Congrats, nice looking watch.
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15 April 2012, 10:07 AM
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15 April 2012, 10:31 AM
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Great story Russ!! David is a true gentleman and class act in all aspects!! This is why this forum is great....brings true people together!!
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15 April 2012, 10:35 AM
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Very generous!
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15 April 2012, 10:51 AM
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One of the few good stories I enjoy reading
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15 April 2012, 12:01 PM
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Great story and a very nice gift. The 6309 is a awsome watch with a lot of history
here are a couple that are 31 years old
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15 April 2012, 02:49 PM
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Great story and a very nice gift!
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15 April 2012, 11:03 PM
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15 April 2012, 11:25 PM
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Seiko 6309 in the movies Russ
Ed Harris in the "Abyss", Billy Bob Thornton in "Faster" and the last an 1980's pic of a certain famous British rocker
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15 April 2012, 11:36 PM
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Great story. TRF for the win!
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16 April 2012, 11:06 AM
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Great story and awesome gift watch, good on you David!
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17 April 2012, 02:24 AM
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Awesome story Russ!
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17 April 2012, 02:30 AM
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Very cool gesture David....... As they say, always better to give than receive.....
Enjoy Russ, that's a great timepiece........ I have it's very much younger brother in my own collection
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17 April 2012, 02:52 AM
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what a great guy and gesture!
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17 April 2012, 02:56 AM
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I love stories like this, well done guys
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17 April 2012, 03:49 AM
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Nice story Russ, I agree David is a great guy! I recall reading his posts many moons ago when TRF member Yazo was seeking advice on acquiring a vintage Daytona. Always willing to help and has some great informative posts!
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17 April 2012, 12:02 PM
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I am truly humbled guys, thank you everyone for the kind words. This forum, especially the vintage section is like family. Be blessed everyone.
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