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Bisdak · 10 February 2010, 03:07 PM

Whenever someone is wearing a more expensive Rolex than mine I feel a little insecure.

On the other hand, I feel proud and poised

if I know that my Rolex is more expensive and appears to be much better looking IMO....I know this is subjective.

I need some reassurance..... please!

Zirotti · 10 February 2010, 03:12 PM

Sorry, you're nuts.

BTW, my Rolex is more expensive than yours.

;)

DarkHorse · 10 February 2010, 03:21 PM

I think it is silly to in any way feel that the cost price of your Rolex in some way reflects on you or is a way of measuring anything. The only thing the cost price indicates is how much you paid for your watch :)

sushisummo · 10 February 2010, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Zirotti

Sorry, you're nuts.

BTW, my Rolex is more expensive than yours.

;)

Taffi Abernathy · 10 February 2010, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Bisdak

I know this is subjective.

I need some reassurance..... please!

Here's your reassurance, Cupcake, your thinking is impaired. Did you inadvertently impale a sharp instrument in your temporal lobe earlier today?

DanP · 10 February 2010, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

Here's your reassurance, Cupcake, your thinking is impaired. Did you inadvertently impale a sharp instrument in your temporal lobe earlier today?

Oh Faith

Im afraid my relpy couldn't even come to 1/10,000th close as that

Dr. Robert · 10 February 2010, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bisdak

Whenever someone is wearing a more expensive Rolex than mine I feel a little insecure.

On the other hand, I feel proud and poised

if I know that my Rolex is more expensive and appears to be much better looking IMO....I know this is subjective.

I need some reassurance..... please!

this is what gives Rolex owners a bad rap........

silence · 10 February 2010, 03:44 PM

Cost matters only during the deal. Once you own it, it does not matter one iota. You shouldn't a flying hoot about what others own or not own. This is not the place for you to hang out because if that's the way you think - you might get a bad case of PTSD.

Taffi Abernathy · 10 February 2010, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silence

Cost matters only during the deal. Once you own it, it does not matter one iota. You shouldn't a flying hoot about what others own or not own. This is not the place for you to hang out because if that's the way you think - you might get a bad case of PTSD.

Sounds like you know of what you speak, little mister.

2005rivers · 10 February 2010, 03:52 PM

I like my watch, if some guy has on a more costly Rolex than mine, good for him, I still like mine.

silence · 10 February 2010, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

Sounds like you know of what you speak, little mister.

Yes ma'am... I was taught well by the nuns and priests in school... Envy is one of the seven deadly sins.

There is a HUGE difference between being competitive and being envious.

sakuraba · 10 February 2010, 03:56 PM

It would be tough living that way. Someone else's watch will always be more expensive, and another guy's car will always be newer.

The happiest man I knew was my Grandpa who wore a beat up Seiko just to tell the time. His happiness could not be measured by what he owned, but the friends he kept.

galloman · 10 February 2010, 04:44 PM

Cost of material acquisitions is highly regarded by those whose life is full of voids that necessitate a temporary patch that will make them attain a state of contentment. People who live meaningful lives and properly prioritize their endeavors will find that the nominal value of an item does not correlate with the enjoyment that one may derive from it.

rickyslam · 10 February 2010, 04:51 PM

Why feel insecure? I usually try to spark a conversation with people who wears Rolex and find a WIS in the wild.
Don't give Rolex wearers a bad rep.

spuds · 10 February 2010, 05:08 PM

I have two friends that are WIS's & both their watches are FAR more expensive than mine.
But I take great pleasure in 'enjoying' all our watches.

But dude I can understand a little 'envy' if you actually prefer the other guys watch but if you actually feel 'inadequate' simply because his is more expensive then I respectfully think you might need to reconsider your priorities.
Similarly I think any feelings of 'superiority' based on the value of both parties watches is a little worrying too.

Tumppi$ · 10 February 2010, 05:53 PM

I don't want to be hypocritical, but still....

Insecure?? For reason like that!

Well, I'm quite sure, you can handle that feeling...

You must remember, that there are many, many people who don't have even food or clean water... They might feel a little bit "insecure" too.

Anyway, enjoy your magnificent watch and don't worry too much.

Desperado · 10 February 2010, 06:00 PM

I think that if we start thinking this way we will never enjoy what we have

Yazo · 10 February 2010, 06:46 PM

Wtf???

Tombstone · 10 February 2010, 08:13 PM

If someone has a more costly Rolex then me does it bother me? I can't say I have thought of this idea much. Right here, right now I may think I am glad I did not spend that type of money for that Rolex. It's a principle, how much is too much for a watch? $7,500 is my limit, that is why you may never see a Daytona on my wrist. I don't mind if someone else has one it is just not for me.

TheBluePrince · 10 February 2010, 09:03 PM

It only matter because i don't have unlimited money

swissautopro · 10 February 2010, 10:26 PM

Your thinking may be a tad on the shallow side. But, here is another way to look at things that might make you feel a little more "secure". Look around. Out of all the people you interact with on a daily basis, how many, or what percentage, are wearing a Rolex or other high end brand? My guess is that you are in the top five percent.

Now ... isn't that better? (in a soothing, comforting voice)

Mosco · 10 February 2010, 11:38 PM

Last year this fella I know (more money than brains, owns a club in the area, family $) bought a Jacob & Co watch for roughly $20,000. More than I ever paid for a watch in mu collection (so far). When he wanted to sell it - he couldn't even get $10k for it. More expensive does not mean more valuable. Besides - who cares? If you're that insecure, go for a 60mm watch with a spinning diamond bezel -that is sure to get you noticed.

brkanand · 10 February 2010, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silence

Yes ma'am... I was taught well by the nuns and priests in school... Envy is one of the seven deadly sins.

There is a HUGE difference between being competitive and being envious.

Well said!

brkanand · 10 February 2010, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swissautopro

Your thinking may be a tad on the shallow side. But, here is another way to look at things that might make you feel a little more "secure". Look around. Out of all the people you interact with on a daily basis, how many, or what percentage, are wearing a Rolex or other high end brand? My guess is that you are in the top five percent.

Now ... isn't that better? (in a soothing, comforting voice)

Again, how true. Thanks for this my friend.

Taffi Abernathy · 11 February 2010, 12:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silence

Yes ma'am... I was taught well by the nuns and priests in school... Envy is one of the seven deadly sins.

There is a HUGE difference between being competitive and being envious.

This response didn't make a lot of sense to me nor did your subsequent "Friend Request," but I know I can be ornery at times, and if I dish it out then sometimes I also need to take it.

Faith

Thomas · 11 February 2010, 01:16 AM

If someone elses watch makes you feel insecure you've got a problem.

sakuraba · 11 February 2010, 01:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mosco

Last year this fella I know (more money than brains, owns a club in the area, family $) bought a Jacob & Co watch for roughly $20,000. More than I ever paid for a watch in mu collection (so far).

I love how you keep yourself open to the possibility, Greg!

Mosco · 11 February 2010, 01:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sakuraba

I love how you keep yourself open to the possibility, Greg!

Well, my friend, I am presently paying off a Blancpain which exceeds the threshold... Slowly but surely, one body organ at a time.... Now, where's that cooler with my right kidney in it?

Taffi Abernathy · 11 February 2010, 01:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bisdak

Whenever someone is wearing a more expensive Rolex than mine I feel a little insecure.

On the other hand, I feel proud and poised

if I know that my Rolex is more expensive and appears to be much better looking IMO....I know this is subjective.

I need some reassurance..... please!

Perhaps this is too Freudian of an interpretation, but has anyone considered that the op's post may have nothing to do with watches at all?

Mosco · 11 February 2010, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

Perhaps this is too Freudian of an interpretation, but has anyone considered that the op's post may have nothing to do with watches at all?

Glad you said it, cause I though it....

10 February 2010, 03:07 PM	#1
Bisdak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Los Angeles Watch: TT DJ Posts: 5	Does rolex price matter? Whenever someone is wearing a more expensive Rolex than mine I feel a little insecure. On the other hand, I feel proud and poised if I know that my Rolex is more expensive and appears to be much better looking IMO....I know this is subjective. I need some reassurance..... please!

10 February 2010, 03:21 PM	#3
DarkHorse "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Dave Location: Sydney Watch: 118239 Posts: 413	I think it is silly to in any way feel that the cost price of your Rolex in some way reflects on you or is a way of measuring anything. The only thing the cost price indicates is how much you paid for your watch :) __________________ The world is safe again... but for how long? Current: TAG Heuer 2000 Classic, Kobold Phantom Tactical Chronograph, Rolex Submariner 16610, Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronograph A13320 (Crowe Edition), Rolex Day-Date 118239

10 February 2010, 05:08 PM	#15
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	I have two friends that are WIS's & both their watches are FAR more expensive than mine. But I take great pleasure in 'enjoying' all our watches. But dude I can understand a little 'envy' if you actually prefer the other guys watch but if you actually feel 'inadequate' simply because his is more expensive then I respectfully think you might need to reconsider your priorities. Similarly I think any feelings of 'superiority' based on the value of both parties watches is a little worrying too. __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

10 February 2010, 08:13 PM	#19
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	If someone has a more costly Rolex then me does it bother me? I can't say I have thought of this idea much. Right here, right now I may think I am glad I did not spend that type of money for that Rolex. It's a principle, how much is too much for a watch? $7,500 is my limit, that is why you may never see a Daytona on my wrist. I don't mind if someone else has one it is just not for me. __________________ Always working...by choice

10 February 2010, 10:26 PM	#21
swissautopro "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: South Carolina Watch: 3.3M 1655 Mk I Posts: 2,384	Your thinking may be a tad on the shallow side. But, here is another way to look at things that might make you feel a little more "secure". Look around. Out of all the people you interact with on a daily basis, how many, or what percentage, are wearing a Rolex or other high end brand? My guess is that you are in the top five percent. Now ... isn't that better? (in a soothing, comforting voice) __________________ "A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a bandit, and scarcity like an armed man." Proverbs 24 "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than open your mouth and remove all doubt." Unknown "Better to be a nobody and yet have a servant than pretend to be somebody and have no food." Proverbs 12

10 February 2010, 03:12 PM	#2
Zirotti "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: Tejas Watch: Invicta Posts: 1,066	Sorry, you're nuts. BTW, my Rolex is more expensive than yours. ;)

10 February 2010, 03:44 PM	#8
silence "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Y Location: San Francisco Watch: PP 5085, Rolex SS Posts: 106	Cost matters only during the deal. Once you own it, it does not matter one iota. You shouldn't a flying hoot about what others own or not own. This is not the place for you to hang out because if that's the way you think - you might get a bad case of PTSD.

10 February 2010, 03:52 PM	#10
2005rivers Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: texas Watch: GMT Master IIc Posts: 545	I like my watch, if some guy has on a more costly Rolex than mine, good for him, I still like mine.

10 February 2010, 03:56 PM	#12
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	It would be tough living that way. Someone else's watch will always be more expensive, and another guy's car will always be newer. The happiest man I knew was my Grandpa who wore a beat up Seiko just to tell the time. His happiness could not be measured by what he owned, but the friends he kept.

10 February 2010, 04:44 PM	#13
galloman "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Alejandro Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 185	Cost of material acquisitions is highly regarded by those whose life is full of voids that necessitate a temporary patch that will make them attain a state of contentment. People who live meaningful lives and properly prioritize their endeavors will find that the nominal value of an item does not correlate with the enjoyment that one may derive from it.

10 February 2010, 04:51 PM	#14
rickyslam "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Ricky Location: City of Sin Watch: Hulk, DaytonaC, DJ Posts: 1,152	Why feel insecure? I usually try to spark a conversation with people who wears Rolex and find a WIS in the wild. Don't give Rolex wearers a bad rep.

10 February 2010, 05:53 PM	#16
Tumppi$ "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Suomi Posts: 115	I don't want to be hypocritical, but still.... Insecure?? For reason like that! Well, I'm quite sure, you can handle that feeling... You must remember, that there are many, many people who don't have even food or clean water... They might feel a little bit "insecure" too. Anyway, enjoy your magnificent watch and don't worry too much.

10 February 2010, 06:00 PM	#17
Desperado "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Karim Location: Dubai Watch: YM Platinum Posts: 653	I think that if we start thinking this way we will never enjoy what we have

10 February 2010, 06:46 PM	#18
Yazo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,812	Wtf???

10 February 2010, 09:03 PM	#20
TheBluePrince "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: London Posts: 2,081	It only matter because i don't have unlimited money

10 February 2010, 11:38 PM	#22
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Last year this fella I know (more money than brains, owns a club in the area, family $) bought a Jacob & Co watch for roughly $20,000. More than I ever paid for a watch in mu collection (so far). When he wanted to sell it - he couldn't even get $10k for it. More expensive does not mean more valuable. Besides - who cares? If you're that insecure, go for a 60mm watch with a spinning diamond bezel -that is sure to get you noticed. __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

11 February 2010, 01:16 AM	#26
Thomas Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 625	If someone elses watch makes you feel insecure you've got a problem.

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