Decided to Sell My Collection

[timetravel125]

I have my own scars regarding romance. To me personally, there are things or people for that matter, far greater than a collection of watches. Relationships matter...

A watch only consists of movements, crystals and crowns, probably important to other people. But, a watch to me is only a piece of expensive metal that tells time. A piece of jewelry. Emotions are different. A watch doesn't have feelings. People do.

There is no way, I can equate a SS Daytona from a real human being. In my opinion, you are doing the right thing. As I said, relationships matter.

However, you are the only one, who could resolve the issue/issues.

My two cents.

[marke]

I have to add here that we had a major bust up and i should have stopped the argument and listened to what she wanted, then maybe i would not find my self in the position i currently am.

the reason for selling the watches is to commit to her that i am in it for the duration and the money raised from the watches will demonstrate to her that i want us to be someway financially secure. Investing in our future relation ship.

I take n board many of the comments, and would still keep a few especially my daytona ss with the white gold (black colour) dial and the deep sea of course.

I cannot thank all the trf members that have posted enough for the kind words and the amount of views the post has received.

will keep you updated on the watches and of course my GF situation, Just goning to give her some space for a while.

kindest regards

[chazha]

Sorry to hear ur story mate. I wouldnt tell u what to do and what to not.




As for me I found my love loooong time ago... in Pattaya. So romance is not an issue for me.

[tommypit]

keep your two favorite watches.

[stevemulholland3]

I want all your plastic watches!!
give me a price for the lott!

[stevemulholland3]

oh yeah,...and dump the broad..your better off on your own.(then you can bring someone home without all the yelling...lol).I have learned this from three marriages myself.

[rpryan55]

Originally Posted by stevemulholland3

oh yeah,...and dump the broad..your better off on your own.(then you can bring someone home without all the yelling...lol).I have learned this from three marriages myself.

Steve, you slay me!

[charliec]

Never look to the ground as greatness comes to those who look to the future.

Tough times ahead for you my man but with pain comes clarity.

Hope everything works out for you both.

[ohsixx]

I have a lot of toys. Toys make me happy. My woman is very happy that I am happy!




Think!!!

[WatchTimes]

Originally Posted by ohsixx

I have a lot of toys. Toys make me happy. My woman is very happy that I am happy!




Think!!!

X2

[chenx15]

Originally Posted by ohsixx

I have a lot of toys. Toys make me happy. My woman is very happy that I am happy!




Think!!!

you have a very smart woman as well. she understand the simplicity of a man

[hooliganhooker]

I posted this same remark in Stephens thread but...

There does come a time when you realize that half of your s#*t is better than ALL OF HERS.

Don't mean to be cynical...but sometimes you gotta move on. To quote George Bernard Shaw:

"The reasonable man adapts himself to his world, the unreasonable man adapts his world to himself. Therefore change is driven by the unreasonable man."

[Nica64]

Originally Posted by ohsixx

I have a lot of toys. Toys make me happy. My woman is very happy that I am happy!




Think!!!

Sorry to hear about your situation Marke, hope everything works out for you.

Think, think .....

[Andad]

Hide them in a box. Tell her you sold them all. Tell me what she said.

[jets]

Originally Posted by directioneng

Hide them in a box. Tell her you sold them all. Tell me what she said.

I thought the same thing, same result-less hassle

[Wolfgang427]

I hope everything works out for you. As a side note watches can always be replaced.

[wantonebad]

All relationships are a balancing act, I wish you luck. I'm the last person who should pass on romantic advice but I can tell you I base my loyalty and my dedication on how I'm treated and how I'm made to feel. I make mistakes, but I try to be fair and objective about how I treat others. If apologies are needed I offer them. But I'll never subvert my passions or alter my nature to buy time or delay the inevitable. Easy for me to say this I don't know your story Marke, but since you seem to feel a yard sale will help you get her back I have to assume there was either an ultimatum or some kind of a directive. That's fine as long as long as its mutual but don't allow yourself to be brow-beaten just to keep the peace. It has to be a two way street. We do make sacrifices for the ones we love, however if it is love then we should be given the benefit of the doubt by our partners and allowed by them to do what makes us happy.

[GBJIV]

Marke, My very best wishes for you. I know how painful this can be. I don't claim to have a lot of wisdom but, one thing comes to mind in my life. Thankfully, 95% of the things I worry about do not come to pass. I can do a lot of worrying...

Relationships are important - focus on that. I believe that the relationships we make are our most valuable assets. The watches can be replaced. Even some of your special pieces. So, set that aside and good luck. I sincerely wish you the best.

[CPCC]

Very sad to hear this.
My theory is if things have reached this point, selling the watches wont help.
Get a new girl and keep the watches. After 3 weeks you will be set.
If she does this again when you are married, she will take you to the cleaners.
Yes, I am cynical. Watches and Cars never get headaches and are cheaper than divorces. If women have problems with this, then they should look for monks!!
Best to you in making ammends and continuing a happy and long relationship.

[Argojai]

Originally Posted by CPCC

Very sad to hear this.
My theory is if things have reached this point, selling the watches wont help.
Get a new girl and keep the watches. After 3 weeks you will be set.
If she does this again when you are married, she will take you to the cleaners.
Yes, I am cynical. Watches and Cars never get headaches and are cheaper than divorces. If women have problems with this, then they should look for monks!!
Best to you in making ammends and continuing a happy and long relationship.

Amen to that.

[PeterT]

Yes I think you need to act carefully too.
One of my best mates was my neighbour, we had lots of good chats about cars, watches and things in life general. Then all of a sudden his girl friend who owns the house kicked him out. After talking to her, nothing really awful had happened. He would have sold cars and watches just to stay. Presents arrived and she turned them away. Yes, short term big pain but he is picking himself up now.
Just think carefully Marke.

PeterT

[kudosguy]

Sorry to hear about your news Marke, but I do think you need to let the dust settle before you make any decision! On a more upbeat note, I sincerely hope that you manage to sort things out with your wife.

All the best to you!

Mark.

[rolexgiants]

Originally Posted by marke

I have to add here that we had a major bust up and i should have stopped the argument and listened to what she wanted, then maybe i would not find my self in the position i currently am.

the reason for selling the watches is to commit to her that i am in it for the duration and the money raised from the watches will demonstrate to her that i want us to be someway financially secure. Investing in our future relation ship.

I take n board many of the comments, and would still keep a few especially my daytona ss with the white gold (black colour) dial and the deep sea of course.

I cannot thank all the trf members that have posted enough for the kind words and the amount of views the post has received.

will keep you updated on the watches and of course my GF situation, Just goning to give her some space for a while.

kindest regards

somewhat secure with the sale of a few watches???? come on.... are you serious??? the proceeds of those watches maybe will buy you 2 slices of pizza and a medium soda... i think you need to take a step back and just think things thru.... best of luck!!!

[gmt 16750]

Originally Posted by rolexgiants

somewhat secure with the sale of a few watches???? come on.... are you serious??? the proceeds of those watches maybe will buy you 2 slices of pizza and a medium soda... i think you need to take a step back and just think things thru.... best of luck!!!

what? , I'd certainly give Mark a wee bit more than 2 slices of pizza for his lovely 1655..........

[marke]

maybe the pizza could be deep pan and you must be prpared to go large for 50 cents extra hahahahaha

thanks neil for the pizza offer

[marke]

Here is a couple of prices for starters

M series Milgauss GV - 2008 Unworn BNIB all plastics in place
V Series Seadweller 16600 Unworn BNIB all plastics etc
D Series GMT 11 Black dial also with coke dial BNIB etc

all the above are unworn and 100% complete.

let me know will post the rest over the coming days

will post them on the for sale boards sorry for putting them on this side

[kudosguy]

How about the DSSD?

[marke]

am going to keep the deep sea as it was the first one in the Uk with the country code of 160. As sourced by my contact at rolex UK.

its also my daily watch at the moment.

[BigHat]

Originally Posted by marke

I have to add here that we had a major bust up and i should have stopped the argument and listened to what she wanted, then maybe i would not find my self in the position i currently am.

the reason for selling the watches is to commit to her that i am in it for the duration and the money raised from the watches will demonstrate to her that i want us to be someway financially secure. Investing in our future relation ship.

I take n board many of the comments, and would still keep a few especially my daytona ss with the white gold (black colour) dial and the deep sea of course.

I cannot thank all the trf members that have posted enough for the kind words and the amount of views the post has received.

will keep you updated on the watches and of course my GF situation, Just goning to give her some space for a while.

kindest regards

You are most welcome and it's obvious that ALL your fellow TFRs are most interested in your welfare. I understand what you wrote above, but allow me to share what may or may not be relevant to your situation. If I had 100 bucks for every friend of mine that left the Marine Corps after an ultimatum from his wife and was divorced in a year anyway, I could buy a new SS Sub. Dig deep here before you do anything rash. It may be the right solution, but it could also be what you just THINK is the solution and it could cost you a lot of money and result in nothing.

[Welshwatchman]

Let's not turn this into a For Sale thread though.:

That's the other section.