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Old 12 April 2017, 09:00 PM   #1
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How do you travel with your Rolex?

I'm going to be travelling quite a bit this summer. Thinking about bringing a second watch with me, usually just wear my DateJust but would also like to bring my new Air-King. I may need to store one in my backpack but I don't want it to get scratched. How do you guys store a single watch when travelling?
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:02 PM   #2
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Most will say a watch case or even to pack it in a sock.

I personally only travel with one watch, and it's always on my wrist
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:04 PM   #3
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In a travel watch case
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:08 PM   #5
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I read some stuff about the Oakley watch vault but can't find it under $50 anywhere...

I found one called the WATCHPOD on Amazon for much cheaper, might try this one out. Do you know any alternatives?
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:09 PM   #6
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Oakley watch vault.
If out of stock get the case budi for about $15
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:17 PM   #7
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If you are traveling with a backpack why are you bringing 2 watches? Are going to be staying at a hotel at night with a safe or where are you going to keep Rolex #2 when you go out for dinner?


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Old 12 April 2017, 09:20 PM   #8
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If you are traveling with a backpack why are you bringing 2 watches? Are going to be staying at a hotel at night with a safe or where are you going to keep Rolex #2 when you go out for dinner?


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Backpack is just my carry on. Yes hotel with a safe. Then again I don't trust those hotels safes whatsoever.
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:20 PM   #9
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Backpack and DJ is an interesting mix... I would take one watch only, the AK.
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:21 PM   #10
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Backpack and DJ is an interesting mix... I would take one watch only, the AK.
Haha. Yes I'm thinking about it. Seems like a huge hassle now to bring 2 watches.
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:22 PM   #11
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I have a few travel cases from other brands. If you received the plastic box from you AD, you could use that.
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:26 PM   #12
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I have a few travel cases from other brands. If you received the plastic box from you AD, you could use that.
Haven't received any AD boxes yet. I think I will buy the WatchPod case, looks very similar to the Oakley vault with the doughnut shape.
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:30 PM   #13
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I read some stuff about the Oakley watch vault but can't find it under $50 anywhere...

I found one called the WATCHPOD on Amazon for much cheaper, might try this one out. Do you know any alternatives?
There is a saying about cheap motorcycle helmets..... $50....to protect a $5,000 watch. Just spend the money.
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:32 PM   #14
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The second watch would take away some of my enjoyment as I'd be constantly worried about it's safety. One watch that never leaves the wrist is plenty.

If you must take two, the Casebudi cases are the same as Oakley, and only $15 on Amazon.
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:42 PM   #15
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On the wrist or in the wife's handbag/purse for me. Usually only take one watch though so on the wrist generally.
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I've used the oval one. Never an issue. https://www.heidenwatchwinders.com/w...ases-c-18.html
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Old 12 April 2017, 09:58 PM   #17
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I read some stuff about the Oakley watch vault but can't find it under $50 anywhere...

I found one called the WATCHPOD on Amazon for much cheaper, might try this one out. Do you know any alternatives?
Why spend money just use a thick clean sock or best just wear one watch no need for another.
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Old 12 April 2017, 10:40 PM   #18
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Okay I got you guys beat on this one.... Green velvet Rolex Service pouch ($4-$20 on ebay). And then a glass cleaning cloth in between the case and clasp in case you dont want to get caseback scratches. but that's optional.
I use it almost every day when I work out. I put it in the pouch and lock it away in the office. Keeps it safe and scratch proof
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Old 12 April 2017, 10:45 PM   #19
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Okay I got you guys beat on this one.... Green velvet Rolex Service pouch ($4-$20 on ebay). And then a glass cleaning cloth in between the case and clasp in case you dont want to get caseback scratches. but that's optional.
I use it almost every day when I work out. I put it in the pouch and lock it away in the office. Keeps it safe and scratch proof
Ahh thats a unique solution! I ended up buying the WatchPod on Amazon, part of the reason is because it guards the case back from scratches, and also the price is great. Thanks for help guys
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Old 12 April 2017, 10:47 PM   #20
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The Casebudi is $17.99, gives better protection than a sock, Size small for GMT or Sub (looks just like the old Oakley watch vault. I wear my watch while traveling, but put it in the Casebudi inside my carryon when going through security.
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Old 12 April 2017, 10:52 PM   #21
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The Casebudi is $17.99, gives better protection than a sock, Size small for GMT or Sub (looks just like the old Oakley watch vault. I wear my watch while traveling, but put it in the Casebudi inside my carryon when going through security.
Yep I saw that one, but went with the POD
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Old 12 April 2017, 11:08 PM   #22
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Ahh thats a unique solution! I ended up buying the WatchPod on Amazon, part of the reason is because it guards the case back from scratches, and also the price is great. Thanks for help guys
awesome congrats :)
I just couldn't turn down the option I got.
Found it on ebay auction with $4 starting bid. I was the only person to bid and ended $4 + free shipping
Hard to beat that deal lol
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awesome congrats :)
I just couldn't turn down the option I got.
Found it on ebay auction with $4 starting bid. I was the only person to bid and ended $4 + free shipping
Hard to beat that deal lol
That is quite the deal indeed!
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I would highly suggest just taking 1 watch only. If anything should happen to the one you wearing at least you have another 1 back home. This is exactly what I always do. You never know what might happen. Better to be pre-cautious. That's all.
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I would highly suggest just taking 1 watch only. If anything should happen to the one you wearing at least you have another 1 back home. This is exactly what I always do. You never know what might happen. Better to be pre-cautious. That's all.
Ya I hear you on this. Honestly I'm on the fence at the moment but I did just buy a case so well see!
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I asked this question recently and the overall concensus was casebudi I picked one up for like $15 I can put my expII in it and throw it in my backpack.
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This. Hard to find now but several other brands make similar ones (I have a few) and they all seem the same to me


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Old 13 April 2017, 12:02 AM   #29
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In addition to the other solutions already suggested, a Breitling or Omega service case also make great options to store a second watch during traveling.
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I travel a great deal on business. I 'used to' take a second watch every now and again. Over time, I grew tired of the hassle (regardless of how well it was packed/stored) of having to concern myself with it. Much easier to simply take one watch and wear it. I'd rather place my focus and energy elsewhere.
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