Let’s say a stranger damages your Rolex.

[kieselguhr]

My wife smacked my Rolex with the engagement ring a while back. I told her to cough up the cash for repairs. She threatens me by saying I will be sleeping in the dog house. I put my foot down and tell her I’m the man of the house.

The dog house now has foam insulation, proper ventilation, and a cushion.


Anyway. If it happens while it’s on my wrist, I personally don’t pursue anything. Shit happens.

[Daveclock]

Originally Posted by B.currency

Mama

Just killed a man (for the damage - that’ll learn them!)

[Chris]

Originally Posted by Daveclock

Just killed a man (for the damage - that’ll learn them!)

Didn't mean to make you cry. Shouldn't this thread be in jokes and cartoons.

[arcadelt]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

You've a place on my ignore list.

Congratulations!

Oh dear, I'm devastated…and all over a peripheral issue to the main topic at hand. Sad that such an important member on the forum had nothing to say about my excellent comments about risk acceptance and aversion.

[Marcjvr]

My takeaway from this thread is that if a stranger damages my watch the only sensible response is to start singing Bohemian Rhapsody

[Fanny Bay R1]

As long as my vintage spring bars remained intact I'd be good!!

[winst]

I would think that if you asked the passenger for compensation, you would end up looking like an utter bell end to everyone on that aircraft.

[teager]

If I'm not back again this time tomorrow,

[strafer_kid]

Amazing......

[winst]

Originally Posted by teager

If I'm not back again this time tomorrow,

The Bohemian Rhapsody joke is wearing a little thin now, I really don’t think there is any need for them to carry on carry on. This was a serious question posed by the OP but it is now being treated as if nothing really matters!

[paxjedi]

Originally Posted by winst

The Bohemian Rhapsody joke is wearing a little thin now, I really don’t think there is any need for them to carry on carry on. This was a serious question posed by the OP but it is now being treated as if nothing really matters!

Carry on... carry on.
As if nothing really matters.

[Glidelock]

Originally Posted by SaddleSC

What is happening with these threads lately? Unbelievable

Yep…congratulations fellow WIS’s you’ve just witnessed TRF hit rock bottom!

Originally Posted by inadeje

Please don’t get them started with a new idea “kevlar/carbon fiber Rolex watch over-sleeve protection”

I can half visualize the ads now….

Originally Posted by TheHulk

Dumbest question of the year so far

Originally Posted by WatchYoSelf

As mentioned in my original post, I was in a cramped plane in coach. People are on top of each other back there.

And ya dawg, this is for real. Ya feel?

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Originally Posted by VogelPhoenix

see, that's your mistake right there.

Originally Posted by TheHulk

Dumbest question of the year so far

Originally Posted by WatchYoSelf

This is the intelligent insight, which enriches our watch community.

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Yes…I think many here in “our watch community” would agree w/ you on this point! Please don’t take any of my responses to seriously, or waste your time responding. I’m just teasing you a bit. And besides, I think many of us are really glad you posted this, because it reminds many of us in “our watch community” that there are people in this world that actually think this way!

Originally Posted by liuk3

OP needs to invest in some bubble wrap to wear with the watch…

Originally Posted by GenevaFan

Please..Please post your picture. I just have to see you.

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This post is brilliant because we all are praying for it to come true!

And on that note…I’ve gotta go cause…It’s too late, my time has come!

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

…

So, finding a passenger in an age of people flying barefooted in their pajamas with a bad case of "bed head," it is very unlikely that you'd find one of the above and you'd be lucky to get more than a mumbled "eff you."

this really resonates with me brother.

My wife and I sat across from a couple that fits this EXACT description. Now I’m not one to travel in a three piece suit, and I definitely dress casual but really, it’s gotten nuts, anything goes I guess.

To expand, the “lady” we sat across from, went to use the washroom in her bare feet.

I’ll let that sink in ….

[Kap007]

Bashed him away with a shot in the cheekbone with the edge of my stainless steel Rolex and we rolled off towards the Alvarado Freeway. The late great Dr. Hunter S. Thompson...Gonzo lives!!

[Swearengen]

But it's only 10th January

Originally Posted by TheHulk

Dumbest question of the year so far

[10klakes]

OP: you pull out your phone, start recording video, yell “worldstar”, and start an altercation. Even if it doesn’t fix your damaged watch, your video may go viral, and you will increase your street cred (others will respect your space) moving forward.

With a username like “WatchYoSelf” I figured this might be your preferred solution.

[javier]

Originally Posted by ROLEX MAN

Are you serious?

It's a watch!!

If someone treads on your shoes, would you ask for new ones?

[rjbir]

Originally Posted by WatchYoSelf

Is this just fantasy?


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Nice :-)


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[Seddyspaghetti]

You’re screwed. Noone cares about your rolex.

[DRS Enabled]

Originally Posted by paxjedi

Carry on... carry on.
Nothing really matters.

Anyone can see

[duran]

Op needs to take up farming and grow some nuts.

[Carondelet]

Originally Posted by WatchYoSelf

Thanks for this thoughtful response. So many people on this thread have been extremely critical, but responses like these prove there’s interesting discussion to be had about this topic.


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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

I'm disappointed in most of the responses here also.

There's little doubt in my mind that at least some of the people who scoff at your question would sue the offending party in a heartbeat.

Agreed, I honestly don't understand why there has been such an overly critical response to this thread.

In my mind it's a perfectly legitimate question to ask. Watches are small, but not insignificant in value. My car is worth a lot of money. If someone hits my car, I'm going to go through all of the proper protocols to file an insurance claim.

I would assume that an expensive item is no different. I'd assume this would fall under property damage and there are avenues to recover the damages to property. I just don't know what the proper protocols would be to do so.

Personally, I have my watches insured so that I have a means of damage recovery in the case that someone else damages it. However I'd be interested in learning what other options are out there.

[skyblue12]

Too late my time has come.

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[WatchYoSelf]

Originally Posted by Carondelet

Agreed, I honestly don't understand why there has been such an overly critical response to this thread.

In my mind it's a perfectly legitimate question to ask. Watches are small, but not insignificant in value. My car is worth a lot of money. If someone hits my car, I'm going to go through all of the proper protocols to file an insurance claim.

I would assume that an expensive item is no different. I'd assume this would fall under property damage and there are avenues to recover the damages to property. I just don't know what the proper protocols would be to do so.

Personally, I have my watches insured so that I have a means of damage recovery in the case that someone else damages it. However I'd be interested in learning what other options are out there.

Thanks for this post. I simply was seeking a discussion about a scenario in which a stranger damages your watch. I never insinuated I’d sue or not take responsibility. However, so many people on here have jumped to conclusions and essentially online bullied me haha. Surprised there’s this much anger and hate on a forum about watches.


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[Heady Topper]

Originally Posted by WatchYoSelf

As mentioned in my original post, I was in a cramped plane in coach. People are on top of each other back there.

And ya dawg, this is for real. Ya feel?


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For real though, your concern is stupid.

[GONZO2LR]

Wear a sign that says....

Caution
i am wearing a rolex
caution

[donq]

If you are worried get insurance.

If it’s keeping you up at night get a Timex.

[WatchYoSelf]

Originally Posted by Heady Topper

For real though, your concern is stupid.

And it started a conversation with over a hundred comments. I checked out the threads you created. Pretty boring stuff. Little engagement too.


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[stevestil]

Oh boy

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[RJRJRJ]

Originally Posted by donq

If you are worried get insurance.

If it’s keeping you up at night get a Timex.

I normally don't suggest insurance as a solution to most things, but I think this is the correct advice in this case. I'm sure like most, OP has uninsured motorist/hit and run insurance on his car for a few bucks a month; might as well get the watch insured if this kind of thing is something you're worried about.