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Jason71 · 31 August 2016, 02:43 AM

Guys, I'm a little gutted right now. Some of you may know that I have been selling-off SEVERAL really nice watches. What you may or may not know is that I have been saving since January 1st for the Platinum Daytona with a diamond dial. I have done really well keeping my urges in check, and I haven't gotten sidetracked at all this year with other watches.

Well, this last week I was approached by a surgeon friend of mine that offered to have me included in a business venture that involves capitol for real estate, and capitol needed for a medical business startup. I had to invest $100,000......so there goes my new Platinum Daytona. A really great rate of return is expected, so it really was a great opportunity. However, it is not nearly as fun as a Platona. So, not only do I NOT get the Platona, but I also lost some really great watches......Ultimately, I should benefit from this move (as well as my family), but I can't help but be a little sad at the same time.

Did I make the right decision??

The one I wanted:

The ones that I let-go.......

A-serial SD 16600

BLNR

Black Bay

DSSD

Pelagos

lig · 31 August 2016, 02:46 AM

Long term you definitely made the right call. It'll be even more fun when you finally get your Platona.

Hotrod297 · 31 August 2016, 02:49 AM

Yes! You'll get your grail, just have to wait a little longer once the fruits of your investments grow. GL!!

r8t3d_M · 31 August 2016, 02:55 AM

I think you made the right choice investing the money. You'll get your Platona eventually so cheer up.

anothernewphone · 31 August 2016, 02:55 AM

Well hopefully your ROI includes enough money to quickly buy that Pt Daytona!

sensui · 31 August 2016, 02:56 AM

I dunno.....I have all the watches I want except the 116506 so I'm saving for that as well....but I on the other hand don't really want to sell my collection just to obtain it (could be easily done)....I think you have to ask yourself do you prefer a rotation or are you a 1-2 watch guy? In terms of where you spent your money, sounds like you made the right move for sure.....only dump spare income that you don't sitting on stuff like watches....they're not investments obviously of any kind. Your time will come!

GB-man · 31 August 2016, 02:56 AM

Right call assuming you did your due diligence, which I am sure you did handing over 100 large.

I predict you will be able to buy your daytona with the fruits of this investment some day

HankL818 · 31 August 2016, 03:06 AM

Lots of luck with your business venture. I'm sure you will come back stronger than ever!

vman · 31 August 2016, 03:13 AM

Always pursue sound financial opportunities. Congrats on the venture!

Danny83 · 31 August 2016, 03:31 AM

I think your on the right track, soon you will be bumping up this thread with your grail

Brian Page · 31 August 2016, 03:37 AM

More importantly what do you still have?

traf · 31 August 2016, 03:40 AM

Jason, don't sweat it brother. You'll definitely get the platona and be able to rebuy the ones that you miss the most

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travisb · 31 August 2016, 03:47 AM

The Platona will happen! Hopefully a high and fairly quick return in the near future.

GerardoG · 31 August 2016, 03:52 AM

Smart move, I am sure the platona, will be yours in no time!

Like To Watch · 31 August 2016, 03:52 AM

Only time will tell.
Good Luck

AzHadEnuf · 31 August 2016, 04:04 AM

You know you did the right thing Jason. You wouldn't have done it otherwise. Congratulations and best wishes on you new venture! Besides those Daytonas wear on the small size. I'm sure there's one in your future.

Jason71 · 31 August 2016, 04:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian Page

More importantly what do you still have?

I still have PLENTY.......but I really wanted the Platinum Daytona.

2-166160LVs
2-1680 Red Subs
2-16800s
1680 white
2-1665s
WG Blue Sub (Smurf)
WG Daytona on a Strap
2-16600 SDs
16700BLRO
16710 Coke
16610
16570
116264 White TOG
14060M
5513
116400 White Milgauss
16660

And 3 vintage Tudor Subs............

I could whittle away at the above and still get it, but I started by selling the ones that were easily replaced and anything larger than 40mm

Brian Page · 31 August 2016, 04:05 AM

that's a good list... :)

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anothernewphone · 31 August 2016, 04:19 AM

LOL - your inventory is still VERY strong and enviable! Good stuff.

KenKun · 31 August 2016, 04:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

I still have PLENTY.......but I really wanted the Platinum Daytona.

2-166160LVs
2-1680 Red Subs
2-16800s
1680 white
2-1665s
WG Blue Sub (Smurf)
WG Daytona on a Strap
2-16600 SDs
16700BLRO
16710 Coke
16610
16570
116264 White TOG
14060M
5513
116400 White Milgauss
16660

And 3 vintage Tudor Subs............

I could whittle away at the above and still get it, but I started by selling the ones that were easily replaced and anything larger than 40mm

Haha, I think that you will survive

Gonna tease you with mine tho...

AK797 · 31 August 2016, 04:33 AM

I imagine the ROI is very good and probable as you were planning on spending these funds on the Platona and not an investment. Hope it works out for you.

GB-man · 31 August 2016, 04:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

I still have PLENTY.......but I really wanted the Platinum Daytona.

2-166160LVs
2-1680 Red Subs
2-16800s
1680 white
2-1665s
WG Blue Sub (Smurf)
WG Daytona on a Strap
2-16600 SDs
16700BLRO
16710 Coke
16610
16570
116264 White TOG
14060M
5513
116400 White Milgauss
16660

And 3 vintage Tudor Subs............

I could whittle away at the above and still get it, but I started by selling the ones that were easily replaced and anything larger than 40mm

breitlings · 31 August 2016, 04:37 AM

If you get ROI it is good but that's not always a given, especially in start ups when I hear "great ROI" I run because really as an angel you're looking for a multiple of your money usually 5x or 10x. If you don't have that possibility then the risks often outweigh the rewards. I really don't understand this particular deal or the exit strategy but "great ROI" raises red flags.

sea-dweller · 31 August 2016, 04:44 AM

I think you made the right call!

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ELITEVIDEOGAMES · 31 August 2016, 04:49 AM

Good Luck, i would make a smart investment before any watch, any day.

mjclark32 · 31 August 2016, 05:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

I still have PLENTY.......but I really wanted the Platinum Daytona.

2-166160LVs
2-1680 Red Subs
2-16800s
1680 white
2-1665s
WG Blue Sub (Smurf)
WG Daytona on a Strap
2-16600 SDs
16700BLRO
16710 Coke
16610
16570
116264 White TOG
14060M
5513
116400 White Milgauss
16660

And 3 vintage Tudor Subs............

I could whittle away at the above and still get it, but I started by selling the ones that were easily replaced and anything larger than 40mm

I think you'll be OK

Good luck with the new venture

rmlovett1 · 31 August 2016, 05:11 AM

With what you have left to wear.....until you get your Platona....id never sweat a great investment. If you've got the patience not to chop down your current collection to buy the platona, just enjoy what you have. This coming from a person with the patience of a gnat...lol ! Good luck with your new venture:)

Steve36Efc · 31 August 2016, 05:18 AM

I'm sure it will be worth the wait, and you do have an amazing collection to help pass the days/months until it's on your wrist.

WristEnvy · 31 August 2016, 05:29 AM

I think you definitely made a mistake because now you have nothing to wear. LOL.

You'll reap the rewards from your business venture soon enough and will have that platona on your wrist sooner than later!

IG - @kakashi_gram

tkerrmd · 31 August 2016, 05:30 AM

Smart move

31 August 2016, 02:43 AM	#1
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	Really Kinda Sad Right Now......Let Some Nice One's Go......But No Watch in Return Guys, I'm a little gutted right now. Some of you may know that I have been selling-off SEVERAL really nice watches. What you may or may not know is that I have been saving since January 1st for the Platinum Daytona with a diamond dial. I have done really well keeping my urges in check, and I haven't gotten sidetracked at all this year with other watches. Well, this last week I was approached by a surgeon friend of mine that offered to have me included in a business venture that involves capitol for real estate, and capitol needed for a medical business startup. I had to invest $100,000......so there goes my new Platinum Daytona. A really great rate of return is expected, so it really was a great opportunity. However, it is not nearly as fun as a Platona. So, not only do I NOT get the Platona, but I also lost some really great watches......Ultimately, I should benefit from this move (as well as my family), but I can't help but be a little sad at the same time. Did I make the right decision?? The one I wanted: The ones that I let-go....... A-serial SD 16600 BLNR Black Bay DSSD Pelagos __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

31 August 2016, 02:49 AM	#3
Hotrod297 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Rod Location: USA & UAE Watch: Rolex Posts: 766	Yes! You'll get your grail, just have to wait a little longer once the fruits of your investments grow. GL!! __________________ "I collect Rolex because I love'um and dig'um"

31 August 2016, 04:04 AM	#16
AzHadEnuf "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Ralph Location: Tucson, Arizona Watch: 6263,DJ,SUB,BB,THR Posts: 2,043	You know you did the right thing Jason. You wouldn't have done it otherwise. Congratulations and best wishes on you new venture! Besides those Daytonas wear on the small size. I'm sure there's one in your future. __________________ "The only reason for time is so that everything doesn't happen at once." -A. Einstein

31 August 2016, 04:44 AM	#24
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I think you made the right call! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

31 August 2016, 02:46 AM	#2
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,611	Long term you definitely made the right call. It'll be even more fun when you finally get your Platona.

31 August 2016, 02:55 AM	#4
r8t3d_M "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Felipe Location: NYC Watch: Me ;) Posts: 2,894	I think you made the right choice investing the money. You'll get your Platona eventually so cheer up.

31 August 2016, 02:55 AM	#5
anothernewphone Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Bill Location: Plymouth Meeting Watch: 116520 Posts: 3,209	Well hopefully your ROI includes enough money to quickly buy that Pt Daytona!

31 August 2016, 02:56 AM	#6
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	I dunno.....I have all the watches I want except the 116506 so I'm saving for that as well....but I on the other hand don't really want to sell my collection just to obtain it (could be easily done)....I think you have to ask yourself do you prefer a rotation or are you a 1-2 watch guy? In terms of where you spent your money, sounds like you made the right move for sure.....only dump spare income that you don't sitting on stuff like watches....they're not investments obviously of any kind. Your time will come!

31 August 2016, 02:56 AM	#7
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	Right call assuming you did your due diligence, which I am sure you did handing over 100 large. I predict you will be able to buy your daytona with the fruits of this investment some day

31 August 2016, 03:06 AM	#8
HankL818 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NY Watch: SubC / ExpII polar Posts: 121	Lots of luck with your business venture. I'm sure you will come back stronger than ever!

31 August 2016, 03:13 AM	#9
vman 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Capt Swerve Location: North Carolina Watch: less TV Posts: 2,230	Always pursue sound financial opportunities. Congrats on the venture!

31 August 2016, 03:31 AM	#10
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,312	I think your on the right track, soon you will be bumping up this thread with your grail

31 August 2016, 03:37 AM	#11
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,625	More importantly what do you still have?

31 August 2016, 03:40 AM	#12
traf "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: dave Location: miami Watch: me ride bikes Posts: 1,938	Jason, don't sweat it brother. You'll definitely get the platona and be able to rebuy the ones that you miss the most Sent from my  iPhone 7 using Tapatalk

31 August 2016, 03:47 AM	#13
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	The Platona will happen! Hopefully a high and fairly quick return in the near future.

31 August 2016, 03:52 AM	#14
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Smart move, I am sure the platona, will be yours in no time!

31 August 2016, 03:52 AM	#15
Like To Watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 1,196	Only time will tell. Good Luck

31 August 2016, 04:05 AM	#18
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,625	that's a good list... :) Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N930A using Tapatalk

31 August 2016, 04:19 AM	#19
anothernewphone Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Bill Location: Plymouth Meeting Watch: 116520 Posts: 3,209	LOL - your inventory is still VERY strong and enviable! Good stuff.

31 August 2016, 04:33 AM	#21
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I imagine the ROI is very good and probable as you were planning on spending these funds on the Platona and not an investment. Hope it works out for you.

31 August 2016, 04:37 AM	#23
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	If you get ROI it is good but that's not always a given, especially in start ups when I hear "great ROI" I run because really as an angel you're looking for a multiple of your money usually 5x or 10x. If you don't have that possibility then the risks often outweigh the rewards. I really don't understand this particular deal or the exit strategy but "great ROI" raises red flags.

31 August 2016, 04:49 AM	#25
ELITEVIDEOGAMES "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Tom Location: Long Island NY Watch: me sell games Posts: 1,898	Good Luck, i would make a smart investment before any watch, any day.

31 August 2016, 05:11 AM	#27
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	With what you have left to wear.....until you get your Platona....id never sweat a great investment. If you've got the patience not to chop down your current collection to buy the platona, just enjoy what you have. This coming from a person with the patience of a gnat...lol ! Good luck with your new venture:)

31 August 2016, 05:18 AM	#28
Steve36Efc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Wales Watch: 126603 Posts: 2,606	I'm sure it will be worth the wait, and you do have an amazing collection to help pass the days/months until it's on your wrist.

31 August 2016, 05:29 AM	#29
WristEnvy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Ray Location: Berkeley, CA Watch: IG @watch.kakashi Posts: 2,579	I think you definitely made a mistake because now you have nothing to wear. LOL. You'll reap the rewards from your business venture soon enough and will have that platona on your wrist sooner than later! IG - @kakashi_gram

31 August 2016, 05:30 AM	#30
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	Smart move

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