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srvrf · 23 February 2016, 03:57 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

This just goes to show that maybe people do notice our nice watches more than we think as many here often argue, esp the nefarious sort. Actually at an ADs is where I had a bit of an experience recently, where a guy/customer was really eyeing my watch as I was being served and looked away when I met his eye, it made me feel a bit on guard and so I made sure I wasn't followed out of the ADs or was being waited for. Just a good reminder to always be alert in certain situations.

Very true. When people ask the "is it safe...?" type questions here they tend to get mocked, but there is a risk wearing a Rolex in some situations, especially all gold. Sometimes common sense and situational awareness aren't enough. This guy was just sitting at work. Now the only question I have is if he couldn't afford to replace a $21,000 USD watch, why wasn't it insured?

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sathwik · 23 February 2016, 04:14 AM

i want to be able to enjoy my YG DD while on vacations abroad, but this is so scary. too many of these awful incidents lately, women honey trapping, mugging and violence!
i know its being in the wrong place at the wrong time and its probably <1% of luxury watch wearers that suffer this, but still I'm too scared to do it now!

sathwik · 23 February 2016, 04:23 AM

the victim recalls the fateful event

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...during-7395994

nycity · 23 February 2016, 04:24 AM

Truth is, it's not safe to wear an expensive watch today.
I was in Paris recently, on the phone, in front of a restaurant and I noticed a guy on a moped looking very suspicious.
He was definitely up to something no good. Ex military here, I can tell when something is off.
I walked my way back to the restaurant. Told the restaurant manager to look out for that guy. He ended up calling the police.

Not sure what happened but later on the manager told me that several of his clients had been targeted for their watches.

In NY I see less problems - at least in Manhattan. But nothing is safe. Be careful.

DaveJV · 23 February 2016, 05:30 AM

Do I dare to say that Europe is a bit more liberal than the US. Misbehaving and thievery is much more common in European countries ( as a per capita basis) when compared to the US. I blame it squarely on the political ideology in those countries.

GMT Aviator · 23 February 2016, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by DaveJV

Do I dare to say that Europe is a bit more liberal than the US. Misbehaving and thievery is much more common in European countries ( as a per capita basis) when compared to the US. I blame it squarely on the political ideology in those countries.

I'm sorry but that's just not true. Crime within Europe is no different than it is in the US and the political ideology has nothing to do with it.

Crime is crime, wherever it takes place, be it in South London, Manhattan, Paris or Los Angeles.

The biggest difference is that over here in Europe, you're far less likely to get a gun pulled on you. This robbery a case in point. As shocking as this assault was on this individual, thankfully he wasn't shot dead for his watch. There's plenty of places on this planet where he could have been, and the political ideology of some countries testifies to that.

tomchicago · 23 February 2016, 06:03 AM

He's very lucky they didn't do worse to him honestly. Could have been shot in the head, broken neck, throat cut...depending how desperate and panicked the attackers were.

Old Expat Beast · 23 February 2016, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaveJV

Do I dare to say that Europe is a bit more liberal than the US. Misbehaving and thievery is much more common in European countries ( as a per capita basis) when compared to the US. I blame it squarely on the political ideology in those countries.

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Originally Posted by GMT Aviator

I'm sorry but that's just not true. Crime within Europe is no different than it is in the US and the political ideology has nothing to do with it.

Crime is crime, wherever it takes place, be it in South London, Manhattan, Paris or Los Angeles.

The biggest difference is that over here in Europe, you're far less likely to get a gun pulled on you. This robbery a case in point. As shocking as this assault was on this individual, thankfully he wasn't shot dead for his watch. There's plenty of places on this planet where he could have been, and the political ideology of some countries testifies to that.

You guys need to read the Forum Rules. Any more politics or gun posts (from anyone) will get this thread closed, and infraction points issued.

GMT Aviator · 23 February 2016, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

You guys need to read the Forum Rules. Any more politics or gun posts (from anyone) will get this thread closed, and infraction points issued.

Noted, with thanks.

Hpozzuoli · 23 February 2016, 10:28 AM

I really feel for the guy, but he needs to watch what he says. He goes into to saying how hard his life is currently while bringing up his Aston Martin and his gold ym. He states things are tough and replacing the watch will take time then talk goes into raising funds for the new watch....you cant get sympathy while whining over your luxuries. The actual crime and mental trauma are appalling.

Wahlberg · 25 February 2016, 08:29 AM

I found that weird as well but the media loves to give their own spin to the article. Who knows what kind of AM it is. A new one for 150k plus pounds or an older one worth 10-15k (which is still expensive to own).

DPE · 25 February 2016, 09:28 AM

If he goes around shouting things like that he will win no friends. As for asking to raise money from the public to buy him a new Rolex.... what planet is he from ???

DaveJV · 25 February 2016, 11:36 AM

Maybe he has a plan??? To lure them back. This time he's ready.

Degas · 24 March 2016, 02:23 AM

http://www.watchpro.com/two-jailed-f...r-cctv-appeal/

sea-dweller · 24 March 2016, 02:30 AM

Just awful!

Mr Kram · 24 March 2016, 02:31 AM

scum!

WAK4 · 24 March 2016, 02:34 AM

Bastards.

Glad to see they were caught and jailed.

albmich · 24 March 2016, 02:42 AM

glad they were finally caught! Thanks for the followup

timtom33 · 24 March 2016, 02:51 AM

I read this story in the paper. The guy works in a small van hiring company frequented by builders etc and is wearing a £16k gold watch. Surely not all situations is it advisable to have such things on display? He also put up no physical resistance if you watch the CCTV.

SemperFi · 24 March 2016, 02:57 AM

Terrible situation but at least they were caught.

sleddog · 24 March 2016, 03:00 AM

Merged with original thread.

Glad to see the low life's have been caught!

Touring · 24 March 2016, 06:29 AM

Justice!

jfisher17 · 24 March 2016, 06:38 AM

Great to see them caught and brought to justice!

Hairdude1 · 24 March 2016, 06:45 AM

Justice!

Lordofrolex · 24 March 2016, 06:50 AM

thats pretty scary

24 March 2016, 02:23 AM	#104
Degas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Middle Posts: 878	Two man choked a man unconscious to steal his Rolex watch http://www.watchpro.com/two-jailed-f...r-cctv-appeal/

24 March 2016, 02:30 AM	#105
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Just awful! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

24 March 2016, 02:42 AM	#108
albmich "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: WI Watch: SD4k Posts: 1,333	glad they were finally caught! Thanks for the followup __________________ ♛ SD4k 116600 ♛ SD43 126600 Ω PloProf 224.32.55.21.01.001

24 March 2016, 03:00 AM	#111
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Merged with original thread. Glad to see the low life's have been caught! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

24 March 2016, 06:45 AM	#114
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Justice! __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

23 February 2016, 04:14 AM	#92
sathwik Banned Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Bangalore Watch: 116506A Posts: 397	i want to be able to enjoy my YG DD while on vacations abroad, but this is so scary. too many of these awful incidents lately, women honey trapping, mugging and violence! i know its being in the wrong place at the wrong time and its probably <1% of luxury watch wearers that suffer this, but still I'm too scared to do it now!

23 February 2016, 04:23 AM	#93
sathwik Banned Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Bangalore Watch: 116506A Posts: 397	the victim recalls the fateful event http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...during-7395994

23 February 2016, 04:24 AM	#94
nycity "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 1	Truth is, it's not safe to wear an expensive watch today. I was in Paris recently, on the phone, in front of a restaurant and I noticed a guy on a moped looking very suspicious. He was definitely up to something no good. Ex military here, I can tell when something is off. I walked my way back to the restaurant. Told the restaurant manager to look out for that guy. He ended up calling the police. Not sure what happened but later on the manager told me that several of his clients had been targeted for their watches. In NY I see less problems - at least in Manhattan. But nothing is safe. Be careful.

23 February 2016, 05:30 AM	#95
DaveJV "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami Posts: 42	Do I dare to say that Europe is a bit more liberal than the US. Misbehaving and thievery is much more common in European countries ( as a per capita basis) when compared to the US. I blame it squarely on the political ideology in those countries.

23 February 2016, 06:03 AM	#97
tomchicago Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16710BLRO, 214270. Posts: 2,717	He's very lucky they didn't do worse to him honestly. Could have been shot in the head, broken neck, throat cut...depending how desperate and panicked the attackers were.

23 February 2016, 10:28 AM	#100
Hpozzuoli Banned Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Henry Location: Rhode Island Watch: Rolex Posts: 990	I really feel for the guy, but he needs to watch what he says. He goes into to saying how hard his life is currently while bringing up his Aston Martin and his gold ym. He states things are tough and replacing the watch will take time then talk goes into raising funds for the new watch....you cant get sympathy while whining over your luxuries. The actual crime and mental trauma are appalling.

25 February 2016, 08:29 AM	#101
Wahlberg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Paris Posts: 3,590	I found that weird as well but the media loves to give their own spin to the article. Who knows what kind of AM it is. A new one for 150k plus pounds or an older one worth 10-15k (which is still expensive to own).

25 February 2016, 09:28 AM	#102
DPE "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: uk Posts: 1,050	If he goes around shouting things like that he will win no friends. As for asking to raise money from the public to buy him a new Rolex.... what planet is he from ???

25 February 2016, 11:36 AM	#103
DaveJV "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami Posts: 42	Maybe he has a plan??? To lure them back. This time he's ready.

24 March 2016, 02:31 AM	#106
Mr Kram "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Mark Location: Los Angeles Posts: 876	scum!

24 March 2016, 02:34 AM	#107
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,172	Bastards. Glad to see they were caught and jailed.

24 March 2016, 02:51 AM	#109
timtom33 Banned Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: The Office Watch: Rolex Posts: 150	I read this story in the paper. The guy works in a small van hiring company frequented by builders etc and is wearing a £16k gold watch. Surely not all situations is it advisable to have such things on display? He also put up no physical resistance if you watch the CCTV.

24 March 2016, 02:57 AM	#110
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Terrible situation but at least they were caught.

24 March 2016, 06:29 AM	#112
Touring 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Hoth Posts: 1,243	Justice!

24 March 2016, 06:38 AM	#113
jfisher17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Jeff Location: Washington, DC Watch: Bluesy, Hulk, DSSD Posts: 310	Great to see them caught and brought to justice!

24 March 2016, 06:50 AM	#115
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	thats pretty scary __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

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