New Orleans bachelor party, which watch, if any

[Pimpsy]

Born and raised in New Orleans. Lived in the FQ for many years.

As a tourist, it's foolish to bring a Rolex to go out partying in the FQ; even more so in the strip clubs. The risk is not losing the watch but that you'll be hurt in a robbery. You should consider what exactly is the reward you are weighing against this risk. It's easy for people to say "go for it" but I think it's smarter to consider the environment and dress accordingly.

[mjclark32]

Sounds like a good time to go get a SS piece that's under the radar

[THC]

Originally Posted by qman

thanks everyone, great advise and some great stories. You've convinced me to leave the Rolexes at home. I'll survive the weekend, and I'll visit an AD if I get lonely.

Great move .. Adlers right on Canal Street is a long time Rolex AD.. stay safe

[JnmEaton]

FYI.......we love to eat at Drago's and Houston's in NOLA. or any place with Charbroiled oysters........ oh, no watch. sorry got lost in the food...........

[OpusXIII]

Originally Posted by qman

I'm heading to New Orleans next weekend for a bachelor party. I've never been, so I'm not sure what to expect. All watched are insured, but given the nature of my visit, and where things may lead...I'm not sure which watch to bring, if any.

Any thoughts?

Some advice -

DO exercise common sense when in the city

DO NOT think that it is okay to be one of those obnoxious drunkards trolling the street of Bourbon, pissin' outdoors and vomiting anywhere you please. Would you do that in your home city? Probably not. Don't do it here!

DO pay attention to your surroundings

DO NOT think that it is cool to be a drunken idiot

DO NOT fall for the guys who will try and stop you saying, "I bet you I can tell you where you got those shoes"........Just keep walking and DO NOT entertain them for you may find your wallet missing and your not even being aware of it until much later.

DO NOT venture off in the Quarter alone after dark. Especially if you've been drinking. You'll be easy pickings.

DO remember that the Police Station is located at 334 Royal Street. Pick pockets work in teams and prey on the weak and the drunk. You'll need to know this address to file a report should something happen.

DO have fun, act and drink responsibly. Yeah, it's a bachelor party. But that doesn't mean one has to be sloppy drunk and disrespect the very city you'll be visiting. New Orleans is world renowned for it's food and drink. Make sure you get to partake in both and make it back home safely.

[psv]

G-Shock.

[MonBK]

Originally Posted by OpusXIII

Some advice -

DO exercise common sense when in the city

DO NOT think that it is okay to be one of those obnoxious drunkards trolling the street of Bourbon, pissin' outdoors and vomiting anywhere you please. Would you do that in your home city? Probably not. Don't do it here!

DO pay attention to your surroundings

DO NOT think that it is cool to be a drunken idiot

DO NOT fall for the guys who will try and stop you saying, "I bet you I can tell you where you got those shoes"........Just keep walking and DO NOT entertain them for you may find your wallet missing and your not even being aware of it until much later.

DO NOT venture off in the Quarter alone after dark. Especially if you've been drinking. You'll be easy pickings.

DO remember that the Police Station is located at 334 Royal Street. Pick pockets work in teams and prey on the weak and the drunk. You'll need to know this address to file a report should something happen.

DO have fun, act and drink responsibly. Yeah, it's a bachelor party. But that doesn't mean one has to be sloppy drunk and disrespect the very city you'll be visiting. New Orleans is world renowned for it's food and drink. Make sure you get to partake in both and make it back home safely.

I do believe he asked which watch he should be wearing?

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by qman

I'm heading to New Orleans next weekend for a bachelor party. I've never been, so I'm not sure what to expect. All watched are insured, but given the nature of my visit, and where things may lead...I'm not sure which watch to bring, if any.

Any thoughts?

if you have insurance any of the three, if not no watch.

[OpusXIII]

Originally Posted by MonBK

I do believe he asked which watch he should be wearing?

Any one.

[anothernewphone]

I don't buy watches to leave them at home. You have insurance, so don't worry for another second. Watches are meant to be worn, and insurance is meant to protect you from loss. I don't see what the issue is.

[mschafer]

I don't want to trash the big easy, but i do wear my watch everywhere, only in NOLA i felt observed and checked out, never pulled my sweater up to reveal my watch. I do this sometimes around NY or LA as well, but that felt different. Insured is fine and swell, but that invites special attention, suggest a filled wallet and who needs a threatening experience on a fun (or any) weekend. I suggest no watch, who cares what time it is, and don't get too hammered and avoid sketchy and dark streets...

[Splash]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

...But, knowing the violent nature of the streets no one can guarantee that a thief will be satisfied with just your wallet and your watch.

Many people believe that staying on Bourbon and Royal assures safety and generally that's true, but a wrong turn can prove both costly and deadly.

Originally Posted by Pimpsy

Born and raised in New Orleans. Lived in the FQ for many years.

As a tourist, it's foolish to bring a Rolex to go out partying in the FQ; even more so in the strip clubs. The risk is not losing the watch but that you'll be hurt in a robbery.

Good advice here. Insurance can replace a watch, but there are some things it can't.

In New Orleans, very little distance separates safe areas from dangerous ones. A block or two can make all the difference in the world. Be very street smart and aware. When I lived in New Orleans, everyone I knew was touched by crime in one way or another. My car was stolen, I witnessed a shooting, a friend was stabbed, I could go on and on....

[KrismanX]

I did NoLa, hand grenades, jambalaya, etoufee and the whole lot...Daytona strapped for duty. Enjoy yourself responsibly and you'll be fine. It's no different than partying in Vegas. Now--if you're typically the guy in Vegas with a pink boa, shirt backwards, covered in something sticky trying to eat shrimp linguini with your bare hands in the back of the Circus Circus Keno room with no shoes on at 4 in the morning--don't bring a Rolex. Go Casio.

Either way, have fun! Oh and I voted BLRO!

[TitanCi]

Unless your friends are super crazy I wouldn't stress it. Just take one and be careful...

Is it safe...
to party with your friends with a Rolex?
yep.

[jmolsberg]

And when your late night munchies hit verti marte on royal for a royal feast sandwich!

[sechsgang]

Well, given they are insured does it really matter? I guess just bring the one you don't mind taking a potential beating while drunk haha. Otherwise I'd say go get a Tudor Black Bay (whatever color you like) and just dedicate that as your travel watch.

[summerjack]

N.O. (Mardi Gras) is the only place in the USA that I have traveled in which I did NOT wear a Rolex...

[roadie1]

Originally Posted by Splash

Good advice here. Insurance can replace a watch, but there are some things it can't.

In New Orleans, very little distance separates safe areas from dangerous ones. A block or two can make all the difference in the world. Be very street smart and aware. When I lived in New Orleans, everyone I knew was touched by crime in one way or another. My car was stolen, I witnessed a shooting, a friend was stabbed, I could go on and on....

Man that is so true! A half block the wrong direction and one could be in deep trouble!

[metdrdg]

No watch.

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[Danny83]

Honestley the Platona is more under the radar then the others. Take any watch just use common sense. You have a nice collection so im sure your smart.

[singe89]

I've been to New Orleans about a half dozen times and never had an issue with watches...but my phone did get stolen from a bar top right next to me. Just got back last night from a wedding there and brought my 44mm Pt ROO and RO RG skeleton. My wife also wore her diamond RO. We are on bourbon street late at night and we didn't have any problems.

Your biggest issue is how aware you are of your surroundings. A bachelor party where you and the boys might be overserved could make you an easier target.

[emersm]

Platona!!

[Afghanvet]

If you already think it could be a risk, I would guess you already know the answer!