As a son, which would mean more to you?

[Bulldog563]

To me the used watch would mean more but why not offer him the choice?

[Scary Hat]

Thanks for your service to our country!

I'm confident that given your background of high achievement and commitment to excellence, you will raise a son worthy of your trust, respect and legacy.

[moby33]

Originally Posted by Scary Hat

Thanks for your service to our country!

I'm confident that given your background of high achievement and commitment to excellence, you will raise a son worthy of your trust, respect and legacy.

[s4dan]

Definately the 1680 that dad wore and abused for 30+ years.

Dad always said that one day this watch would be mine, but I thought it would be years and years before I became the next guardian of it. Turns out it may have come to me before dad passed away as he was suffering from chronic glaucoma and unfortunately dad being dad never got it sorted before his vision was well and truely affected. Mum said that he told her when he couldn't see the dial properly to tell the time, he was going to let me have the sub then.

There's so much of my dad left in this watch, he wore it every day and it was on his wrist the day he left us..the tears are falling now as I write this and listen to the beautiful piece of music that played as we entered his funeral service -Concerto De Aranjuez by Rodrigo, one of dads favourite pieces of music, that I'd like to share:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9DOtuPLqNI

This watch will go to my only son, when I feel the time is right.

[Andad]

Easy answer SH from a dad with four boys and four girls.
You have had your watch from new and it has your memorys.
Give your son a new watch and it will build on his memorys.
When you kick the bucket he will get your old one and he will wear it when he needs to.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by s4dan

Definately the 1680 that dad wore and abused for 30+ years.

Dad always said that one day this watch would be mine, but I thought it would be years and years before I became the next guardian of it. Turns out it may have come to me before dad passed away as he was suffering from chronic glaucoma and unfortunately dad being dad never got it sorted before his vision was well and truely affected. Mum said that he told her when he couldn't see the dial properly to tell the time, he was going to let me have the sub then.

There's so much of my dad left in this watch, he wore it every day and it was on his wrist the day he left us..the tears are falling now as I write this and listen to the beautiful piece of music that played as we entered his funeral service -Concerto De Aranjuez by Rodrigo, one of dads favourite pieces of music, that I'd like to share:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9DOtuPLqNI

This watch will go to my only son, when I feel the time is right.

I have it by Bocelli & by Carreras. - amazing.

[sishac]

Speaking as someone who has lost his dad, I would say it would have meant far more to receive my dad's watch at graduation rather than a new watch. Of course, if my dad had given me his old seiko quartz when I graduated, my tone might have been different, but I think that over the years my sentimentality has changed a bit.

Give your son the vintage watch that you've worn your entire life and tell him why it is so important!!!

[Keeperoftime]

Originally Posted by Scary Hat

That speaks volumes for you as a son!

+1

[qwiklap]

My son arrives in this world on (or around) June 26th (knock on wood). As a watch dork turning 40 this year as well ... I and am currently fascinated by the idea of watch as old as I am. Unfortunately -- the 1972 Red Sub that sold new for $850 is now 10X that price.

So I want to solve that problem for my son, and I plan to create a family heirloom in the process. I recently picked up a Exp II (Random Serial) that I will wear at his birth, and around him for the next 20+ years. When the time is right -- will give it to him. And I hope, he will be reminded of his dad and his childhood everytime he checks the time. And while I wear it -- it will always remind me of my son.

I hope that answers your original question OP.

I posted about it here: TRF Linky

Here is the watch:

[HRPinDC]

As a son who received a Rolex from my father, I can definitively say that I would by far prefer the watch my father wore. Knowing that the watch traveled the world with him while he was in the military and that he wore it every day for so many years means a lot to me. It's a piece of his history that a new watch can never achieve. And I intend to pass it on to the next generation. Now if I can only get the damn thing to tell me some stories......Good luck!

[Warnsboy]

My son's nickname is "Rootbeer" derived in Jr. High from his initials AW and his preference for the drink. I purchased a nice birth year (1980) Rootbeer GMT for him that I am enjoying until the appropriate time to pass it along. In time he will receive most of my collection, including my 62 Omega Seamaster that I've owned and wore for several years prior to sending it in to be refurbished.

That said, I would give him the newer sub to wear and use daily and keep the vintage sub for a later gift that he would not be compelled to wear daily, but to preserve as "dad's" watch. Nice Post

[Scary Hat]

Originally Posted by s4dan

Definately the 1680 that dad wore and abused for 30+ years.

Dad always said that one day this watch would be mine, but I thought it would be years and years before I became the next guardian of it. Turns out it may have come to me before dad passed away as he was suffering from chronic glaucoma and unfortunately dad being dad never got it sorted before his vision was well and truely affected. Mum said that he told her when he couldn't see the dial properly to tell the time, he was going to let me have the sub then.

There's so much of my dad left in this watch, he wore it every day and it was on his wrist the day he left us..the tears are falling now as I write this and listen to the beautiful piece of music that played as we entered his funeral service -Concerto De Aranjuez by Rodrigo, one of dads favourite pieces of music, that I'd like to share:




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9DOtuPLqNI

This watch will go to my only son, when I feel the time is right.

Danny:
I am sorry for your loss- your dad must have been a wonder father and a kind
and sensitive man. You have honored his memory today by your words of sorrow at his loss and by allowing us to share this beautiful musical score that your family played at his funeral service.

You have touched on the main reason that I want to honor my son with my watch (yes, I have decided to give him my beloved older one). I want to let him know, while I am still living, that I am proud of him for being a man I can
call my son.

Thank you!

[Paladin]

Well the only watch my parents could afford to give me was my fist times when I was a young teenager. My father proudly wears the nice watch I gave him many years ago.

In my opinion, you should give your son the new rolex you have purchased for him. Tell him to make it "his watch" as he passes through life. When you pass, you will certainly leave him your watch at which time you should make it clear that his watch should then pass to his son/daughter at the same time your watch passes to him.

[Scary Hat]

[QUOTE=Paladin;3128881]
In my opinion, you should give your son the new rolex you have purchased for him. Tell him to make it "his watch" as he passes through life.


You make a very compelling point here as well!

Thanks, Paladin!

[Scary Hat]

Originally Posted by Warnsboy

My son's nickname is "Rootbeer" derived in Jr. High from his initials AW and his preference for the drink. I purchased a nice birth year (1980) Rootbeer GMT for him that I am enjoying until the appropriate time to pass it along. In time he will receive most of my collection, including my 62 Omega Seamaster that I've owned and wore for several years prior to sending it in to be refurbished.

That said, I would give him the newer sub to wear and use daily and keep the vintage sub for a later gift that he would not be compelled to wear daily, but to preserve as "dad's" watch. Nice Post

I have said it before, but it's worth repeating. When I see dads that do things
like buy a birth year watch, that is very special! What a blessed son, and what
a great dad!

[dalip]

So many anomalies....Is your son into watches? Has he hankered after/admired your sub? A new sub C would probably be more in keeping with his generation who are often less sentimental in my experience. It offers significant improvements really aimed at the younger market.

It really depends on your relationship with your son and his with your watch IMO.

[Paladin]

Originally Posted by dalip

It really depends on your relationship with your son and his with your watch IMO.

[Scary Hat]

Originally Posted by dalip

So many anomalies....Is your son into watches? Has he hankered after/admired your sub? A new sub C would probably be more in keeping with his generation who are often less sentimental in my experience. It offers significant improvements really aimed at the younger market.

It really depends on your relationship with your son and his with your watch IMO.

Those are very valid questions.
He has seen me wear the watch all his life, and he does like watches. His uncle passed away a few years ago and his auntie gave him his watch, which is a
large watch of little value.

I have noticed that more young people don't wear wrist watches because cell phones all have time features, but he likes them and would take good care of either one, I think.

[SPARTAN2161]

My dads beat up one with years of scars and scratches personally.

[polarinda]

does he need the lume?

[Scary Hat]

Originally Posted by polarinda

does he need the lume?

That's a valid question; My old sub's lume is nearly non-existant. In the wee hours of the morning when it's still dark and my eyes have grown accustomed to the darkness, I can detect a faint glow when I hold the watch close to my eyes.

In general, I think the ability to tell time in the dark is not a big issue for him now.

[floater156]

I'd rather receive my dad's sub than a new one.

[gwalker]

My fathers watch is HIS watch. I like the fact I was purchased my own from his as a gift. It still has the meaning to me. I will have his watch when the time comes. Until then he should enjoy it. He has others but pretty much only wears one. New Sub C all the way. If something happens with it I can easily get a new one. Lose my dads watch and that can not be replaced with an insurance check.

[WatchTimes]

I have two watches my father gave me...
I will never sell them!

If I was your son your watch would hold a deeper value to me.

Give your son your sub and get yourself a new Rolex Sub or whatever
model you want.

[Vaxe]

On the other hand, your son might see it as you buying a new watch, and giving him the old one that you'll no longer wear. It would be fine had you not went ahead and purchased a shiny new Sub, or at least a different model.

Kind of like giving a high school student his first car (a hand me down).


If it was me, I would give him a brand new watch to reflect a new beginning in life post-grad. I'd save the 30 year old watch for something more sentimental later down in life - perhaps at his marriage / first born.

Just some thoughts.

[Bobbman]

Give him the "Dad's old watch" now and wear the Sub C. When the day comes that you leave this earth there will be another "Dad's old watch" for him.

[gwalker]

Originally Posted by Vaxe

If it was me, I would give him a brand new watch to reflect a new beginning in life post-grad. I'd save the 30 year old watch for something more sentimental later down in life - perhaps at his marriage / first born.

Just some thoughts.

A watch that belongs to your father is gone forever if something happens. All of my friends (including me) in a similar situation were given new watches. Doesn't mean you care less about them. I'm more comfortable wearing a new watch that's mine. Also many older watches are the dressy models that many youngsters have no need for yet.

[YoyoGift8]

IMO younger people may be less sentimental & would prefer something new & modern such as a SubC in keeping up with his generation & peers. Choices & preference will change though as they mature & that is the time they value what has been treasured & handed down by people special to them.

[Scary Hat]

[QUOTE=gwalker;3138546]A watch that belongs to your father is gone forever if something happens.


That makes a lot of sense. I'm sure he'd feel pretty bummed out if something happened to my old watch. It's insured, but still...

[Christiaan]

Tough call.

I have a 1967 Breitling Navi that was my Grandfathers and it means the world to me because of the personal connection. But. I have an "F" serial LV that my Mum bought me when I started my Air Traffic Controller job and this also has tremendous meaning. SO; two watches with great meaning but neither is "more" important to me.

If you gave your son your watch it carries the family heirloom connection and he could pass it on to the third generation.

If you bought him a new Sub it could represent his graduation from University and he could pass it down under the same circumstance with his son.