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Old 14 November 2014, 02:44 AM   #91
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Yes, you completely missed the point and I'm the dummy
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Old 14 November 2014, 02:48 AM   #92
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Yes, you completely missed the point and I'm the dummy
Guess so

We're on a friggin Rolex forum here
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Old 14 November 2014, 02:49 AM   #93
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Well, I agree with a lot of the posters that said a Rolex is a little much for a 16 year old. I know there are younger members here that feel a need to stick up for every teenager, but a Rolex is a pretty significant amount of money, and to me something that should be earned.

Heck, I'm 34, and I've worked very hard to get where I am in life. Last year in order to get a Rolex I sold an ATV and a diamond that I found. Otherwise, there is no way I could justify the funds on a watch. This is coming from a watch nut that already owned a dozen watches including Breitling and Omega.

OP, I think you should take her to pick her own watch out if you are going through with the purchase.
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Old 14 November 2014, 02:51 AM   #94
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I would choose smooth bezel, oyster bracelet. Keep it simple. At her age she'll be trying to figure out her style & because of this, the only choice I would advise, is a stick dial. This combination isn't too mature nore is it too young or trendy. If she goes to college or even gets her 1st job, will compliment her choices as she ages. I would stay away from the flower dial (no offence to those that have it, I don't like it, & I wouldn't have chosen it had I been 16). I would stick with black,silver, white or blue. Check her wardrobe. What colour does she wear a lot of? If I were to choose, even though blue is my favourite colour, I would choose silver. There isnt a colour in her wardrobe it wont match. And silver jewelry is very popular, she may like the silver dial because of this too. And yes, she can change out her dial at her 1st service which should be after she finishes college. LOL Then she can put what she wants. LOL
We can move on now. Judy nailed it.
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Old 14 November 2014, 02:51 AM   #95
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In defense of Nick, some people have stated unequivocally that 16 year olds CANNOT possess the good judgment to own a Rolex. I ask you, can one person know about every 16 year old on Earth? Because I know of 12 year old kids who are very mature due to the way they were raised. And I'm quite sure there are 16 year olds equally possessed of maturity.

The fact is, kids develop differently and are raised differently, and we can't truly generalize. If someone posts that he is giving his 16 year old girl an expensive gift, who are we to question the way he raised his child or how he handles his own money?

I trust the poster, just as he trusts his child. After all in America we trust our 16 year olds to drive cars - we entrust in them the life of countless strangers - so what is a piece of jewelry compared to that?
Not just driving, you can get married here at 16. So it has to come down to the judgements of the parents and people involved, not some arbitrary set of rules esp over an issue as insignificant as owning a watch
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Old 14 November 2014, 02:52 AM   #96
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Get her a YG DD...isn't that the fad for women now wearing gold plated watches? Might as well get her the real thing!
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Old 14 November 2014, 03:16 AM   #97
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I am not a girl, and it's been a long time since I was 16.

I am also not to be considered an arbiter of style.

With those caveats, I don't like the floral dial. It may look good when you're 16, but it may clash with her tastes when she's older.

I would recommend a 31mm DJ, fluted bezel, with a fairly simple dial. That watch will always be in style, it's a classic look that people will appreciate now or in 40 years. It's not too flashy and won't attract the wrong kind of attention. To me, a classic Rolex suggests you appreciate subtle quality over flash, long term value over seasonally changing style, and quiet confidence in a product well made.

Good luck!
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Old 14 November 2014, 03:23 AM   #98
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it amazes me the responses coming out of peoples mouths regarding this topic.
we have a lot of real wise asses giving opinions that were not asked.
astonishing the remarks that come out of peoples mouths (or I should probably say keyboard)
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Old 14 November 2014, 04:50 AM   #99
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And yet your post adds value, right? Lol
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Old 14 November 2014, 04:53 AM   #100
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Old 14 November 2014, 05:07 AM   #101
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Wow, lots of heat on this one!

OP, if you are still deciding I like the suggestion to take her shopping and let her pick her own.

Lots to be said for the RSC or AD experiance, and that could indeed become a cherished memory...
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Old 14 November 2014, 05:30 AM   #102
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I would get her a more plain dial. The floral dial is perfect for a younger girl, but now that she is 16 she will be growing up fast. Will she still appreciate it in a few short years when she is more mature? I also think it is a kinda fad look that would be cool for short while but would get old really quickly over time.
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Old 14 November 2014, 05:47 AM   #103
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Old 14 November 2014, 07:18 AM   #104
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A lot of negative assumptions about what Rolex and teens. YOUR teen may not appreciate a Rolex, but OP's may very well, so please do not judge.

I agree with the poster who said Let Her Choose. She would cherish a watch SHE loves, not one you love. She will appreciate it more.

Good luck.
I purchased a SS GMT II as a bar mitzvah present to my son. Yes, even I agree that 13 is a bit young for such a gift. However, we are a Rolex wearing family and I wanted to buy him something that would last for many years. At first, we only let him wear it on special occasions. At 17, he has grown into it and appreciates how special owning a Rolex is. He now wears responsibly on a daily basis. I would not have done it over any differently.
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Old 14 November 2014, 07:23 AM   #105
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16yo. Rolex
22yo Audemars
28yo. P.P
Then what?
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Old 14 November 2014, 07:27 AM   #106
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16yo. Rolex
22yo Audemars
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Then what?
Then you start wearing 2 on one wrist...see Tom's thread lol
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Old 14 November 2014, 07:30 AM   #107
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Then what?
Switch off the internet. And be happy.
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Old 14 November 2014, 07:31 AM   #108
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Old 14 November 2014, 07:36 AM   #109
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I'm 20, got my first Rolex at 18, I know you're young too, but I think he's talking about kids just handed a Rolex. when you plop your hard earned cash down to buy your first one you definatley appreciate it more, because not only is it a symbol of success, you physically see how much work goes into attaining the funds to buy one.
Depends on how into it you are as well. I'm in my late 20s now and I can that I probably would've treasured a Rolex at 16 - but that's because I've always been really into watches. If it's something I was just lukewarm on.... yeah, maybe not then.
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Old 14 November 2014, 07:42 AM   #110
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it amazes me the responses coming out of peoples mouths regarding this topic.
we have a lot of real wise asses giving opinions that were not asked.
astonishing the remarks that come out of peoples mouths (or I should probably say keyboard)
Come to the Internet and ask for opinions and you will get them.
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Old 14 November 2014, 08:04 AM   #111
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As noted, it's up to the parent how to treat their child. That being said, if I were to buy a Rolex for my high school child, I'd show it to them, and put it in the safe and tell them they can have it when they graduate college/university.

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Old 14 November 2014, 09:07 AM   #112
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Michael kors or guess watch for this 16 year old. This is ridiculous.
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Old 14 November 2014, 09:22 AM   #113
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I am the P. I appreciate all comments – and never thought when I put my daughters age it would generate this much heat. It was more a question of what those who knew – mostly likely female commentators – would think my daughter would like.

Duly noted all comments. Much appreciated – take zero offense to anyone's comment.

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Old 14 November 2014, 09:35 AM   #114
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Thanks for the platform to voice our opinions. Hope your girl enjoys her watch.

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I am the P. I appreciate all comments – and never thought when I put my daughters age it would generate this much heat. It was more a question of what those who knew – mostly likely female commentators – would think my daughter would like.

Duly noted all comments. Much appreciated – take zero offense to anyone's comment.

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Old 14 November 2014, 10:06 AM   #115
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Classic Rolex is the one with jubilee bracelet and sticks dial.
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Old 14 November 2014, 11:28 AM   #116
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16yo. Rolex
22yo Audemars
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Then what?
32......Rolex
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50......Rolex
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Old 14 November 2014, 11:32 AM   #117
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Old 14 November 2014, 11:52 AM   #118
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As noted, it's up to the parent how to treat their child. That being said, if I were to buy a Rolex for my high school child, I'd show it to them, and put it in the safe and tell them they can have it when they graduate college/university.

:)
Yes sir. You definitely hit the nail on the head with this statement!!! My sentiments exactly. No college degree, no ROLEX.
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Old 14 November 2014, 12:00 PM   #119
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There is no shame in taking her shopping and letting her pick her own, but maybe call the AD in advance and have them set aside a few options that are within the price range you are looking for. That way she has a few selections and things don't get too fussy with too many options....you might be there all day!

Good luck and let us know what happens!
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Don't forget the two week European vacay to pick-up said BMW. After all European delivery is the only fiscally responsible move.
Haha! How else would teenagers appreciate earning money?
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