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marcel78 · 27 June 2011, 07:17 AM

Team,
I will be sworn in as a citizen very soon...
It is a monumental achievement one of which I am very proud.

I'd like to treat myself with a rolex; very first one.

I was thinking about an old DJ...

Do not be shy,
Thanks,
M

hawg · 27 June 2011, 07:19 AM

There are lots out there in good shape and will last a lifetime. Happy hunting.

sperez1971 · 27 June 2011, 07:20 AM

I just received my citizenship. My gift was a GMT IIc. But as many in this forum say, buy why sings to you. Try going to an AD and try different models, this is the only way you will truly know. Congrats.

Otto · 27 June 2011, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcel78

Team,
I will be sworn in as a citizen very soon...
It is a monumental achievement one of which I am very proud.

I'd like to treat myself with a rolex; very first one.

I was thinking about an old DJ...

Do not be shy,
Thanks,
M

Congratulations on your achievement! The older SS DJs with the white gold fluted bezel always have appealed to me. Whatever you buy, however, will be special in light of the event it will mark for you.

drtooth73 · 27 June 2011, 07:24 AM

$2500 should buy you a very nice Datejust with box/paper, either a stainless or a two-tone.
$3000 may get you a Submariner if you look hard enough.

Congrats on the achievement!

marcel78 · 27 June 2011, 09:26 AM

I like the older DJ with fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet.
It is very unlikely to box and papers for an older watch ? any thoughts?
Also, what is the most desirable color, how about white with roman numbers ...?
I am just thinking about the resale value...
m

Onikage · 27 June 2011, 09:30 AM

Treat yourself to the one you like. Forget the resale value. You will get what you paid for it if you need to liquidate it.

Dr. Robert · 27 June 2011, 10:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Onikage

Treat yourself to the one you like. Forget the resale value. You will get what you paid for it if you need to liquidate it.

X2

Congratulations!
45 yrs. ago I got my US citizenship!!!!!
& I still haven't been deported

rosspanics · 27 June 2011, 11:52 AM

Congrats! A DateJust would be an excellent choice!

nauticajoe · 27 June 2011, 11:55 AM

Congrats! There are a lot to choose from in the FS section.

Good luck in the hunt!

dddrees · 27 June 2011, 11:57 AM

Congrats and happy hunting.

sirjohnbrian · 27 June 2011, 12:11 PM

Congratulations!! In a few years, I'll be 30 years a US citizen. It's only the first generation immigrant who knows the value of belonging to this country.

Can't go wrong with a datejust.

theloxmyth · 27 June 2011, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sirjohnbrian

Congratulations!! In a few years, I'll be 30 years a US citizen. It's only the first generation immigrant who knows the value of belonging to this country.

Can't go wrong with a datejust.

True, in a lot of instances!

Fortunately for me, my great grandmother extolled the virtues of the US to me, God bless her.

She came over "on the boat" from the Ukraine in the early nineteen hundreds. (1905, 1915?)

Her Flag Picture...

Great job on earning your citizenships. I suppose you know more about our country, past and present, than I do.

(I shouldn't laugh!

)

DT14 · 27 June 2011, 01:51 PM

Outstanding, and Congratulations on your citizenship!!!

rok14eva · 27 June 2011, 02:03 PM

A Rolex for every achievement:). Congratulations and the Datejust would be great!

marcel78 · 1 July 2011, 12:05 PM

Got it (DD 16220) - will share pictures tomorrow.
Regards,
M

Warnsboy · 1 July 2011, 12:28 PM

Marcel:

I have ancestrial roots from Ireland in mid 1700's and Deutchland in 1850's. We are all very thankfull for our ability to celebrate fellow countrymen, like you that have sacrificed, so greatly to be accepted and be a part of a community of like minded free individuals. I'm proud and blessed to hear your story as it brings back memories of the struggles and rewards that my heritage has bestowed on me. Welcome, and many wishes and prayers your way for your continued success and well being

.

kcmo · 1 July 2011, 12:41 PM

Congrats! I remember when I became an American citizen....a special day indeed!

Looking forward to seeing photos of your DJ!

NYC6 · 1 July 2011, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sirjohnbrian

Congratulations!! In a few years, I'll be 30 years a US citizen. It's only the first generation immigrant who knows the value of belonging to this country.Can't go wrong with a datejust.

You are dead wrong Sir. My family has been here since soon after the Revolutionary War. My family, myself and many multiple generation people I know will disagree 100% with your opinion, and thats all it is, your opinion.

Jet · 1 July 2011, 01:30 PM

Congratulations! A milestone that is definitely deserving of a crown!

KiKo · 1 July 2011, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drtooth73

$2500 should buy you a very nice Datejust with box/paper, either a stainless or a two-tone.
$3000 may get you a Submariner if you look hard enough

A buddy of mine just picked up a 2000 14060 Sub about 3 weeks ago for $2,700 (box and papers)

Submarino · 1 July 2011, 10:09 PM

Congratualtions! I will be applying for mine in February of next year and I can't wait to officially become a citizen of this great nation and have my blue passport.

God bless the U.S.A.

travisb · 1 July 2011, 10:12 PM

The DJ is a great choice and you should find a broad range of preowned to chose from given your budget.

Good luck!

mjclark32 · 1 July 2011, 10:40 PM

Congrats, pick up a white face DJ!!

leemozoid · 2 July 2011, 12:42 AM

Congratulations!

marcel78 · 2 July 2011, 10:03 PM

Team - just an update:
Officially as a citizen (went with me to the ceremony yesterday -July 1 2011)

z32turbo · 2 July 2011, 10:26 PM

Sounds like a great way to remember the occasion. Good luck and happy hunting.

Hooper · 3 July 2011, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcel78

Team,
I will be sworn in as a citizen very soon...
It is a monumental achievement one of which I am very proud.

I'd like to treat myself with a rolex; very first one.

I was thinking about an old DJ...

Do not be shy,
Thanks,
M

You can't go wrong with the DJ !! and Congratulations

FLAJIM · 3 July 2011, 12:09 AM

Congratulations on your citizenship!!! God Bless the USA

Be Safe JIM

Dan Pierce · 3 July 2011, 12:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marcel78

Team - just an update:
Officially as a citizen (went with me to the ceremony yesterday -July 1 2011)

Congrats and welcome!

dP

27 June 2011, 07:17 AM	#1
marcel78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: usa, ct Posts: 103	Citizenship gift to myself (? rolex ~$2500) Team, I will be sworn in as a citizen very soon... It is a monumental achievement one of which I am very proud. I'd like to treat myself with a rolex; very first one. I was thinking about an old DJ... Do not be shy, Thanks, M

27 June 2011, 09:30 AM	#7
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	Treat yourself to the one you like. Forget the resale value. You will get what you paid for it if you need to liquidate it. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

27 June 2011, 11:57 AM	#11
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Congrats and happy hunting. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

27 June 2011, 12:11 PM	#12
sirjohnbrian "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PA Watch: 'chu lookin' at??? Posts: 964	Congratulations!! In a few years, I'll be 30 years a US citizen. It's only the first generation immigrant who knows the value of belonging to this country. Can't go wrong with a datejust. __________________ "Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society." Mark Twain "Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true." Homer Simpson SS Midsize DJ 68274 "L" TT Jubilee DJ 116233 "Z" Sea Dweller DS 116660 "V" SS White Dial Daytona "V"

27 June 2011, 02:03 PM	#15
rok14eva "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ken Kim Location: Washington Watch: 116520 & SS DJ Posts: 27	A Rolex for every achievement:). Congratulations and the Datejust would be great! __________________ Current Collection: SS Datejust White SS Daytona SMP

27 June 2011, 07:19 AM	#2
hawg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 263	There are lots out there in good shape and will last a lifetime. Happy hunting.

27 June 2011, 07:20 AM	#3
sperez1971 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Salvador Location: TEXAS, USA Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 127	I just received my citizenship. My gift was a GMT IIc. But as many in this forum say, buy why sings to you. Try going to an AD and try different models, this is the only way you will truly know. Congrats.

27 June 2011, 07:24 AM	#5
drtooth73 Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: W. Stutman Location: Motor City Watch: TT GMT IIC Posts: 2,223	$2500 should buy you a very nice Datejust with box/paper, either a stainless or a two-tone. $3000 may get you a Submariner if you look hard enough. Congrats on the achievement!

27 June 2011, 09:26 AM	#6
marcel78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: usa, ct Posts: 103	I like the older DJ with fluted bezel and jubilee bracelet. It is very unlikely to box and papers for an older watch ? any thoughts? Also, what is the most desirable color, how about white with roman numbers ...? I am just thinking about the resale value... m

27 June 2011, 11:52 AM	#9
rosspanics "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Rocky Mountains Watch: Exp2, Exp1 Posts: 727	Congrats! A DateJust would be an excellent choice!

27 June 2011, 11:55 AM	#10
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Congrats! There are a lot to choose from in the FS section. Good luck in the hunt!

27 June 2011, 01:51 PM	#14
DT14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: Daytona, Explorer Posts: 218	Outstanding, and Congratulations on your citizenship!!!

1 July 2011, 12:05 PM	#16
marcel78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: usa, ct Posts: 103	Got it (DD 16220) - will share pictures tomorrow. Regards, M

1 July 2011, 12:28 PM	#17
Warnsboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: Midwest-USA Watch: 5513 Posts: 1,942	Marcel: I have ancestrial roots from Ireland in mid 1700's and Deutchland in 1850's. We are all very thankfull for our ability to celebrate fellow countrymen, like you that have sacrificed, so greatly to be accepted and be a part of a community of like minded free individuals. I'm proud and blessed to hear your story as it brings back memories of the struggles and rewards that my heritage has bestowed on me. Welcome, and many wishes and prayers your way for your continued success and well being.

1 July 2011, 12:41 PM	#18
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Congrats! I remember when I became an American citizen....a special day indeed! Looking forward to seeing photos of your DJ!

1 July 2011, 01:30 PM	#20
Jet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Jet Location: SoCal, USA Watch: SD/Sub/GMT/Daytona Posts: 796	Congratulations! A milestone that is definitely deserving of a crown!

1 July 2011, 10:09 PM	#22
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	Congratualtions! I will be applying for mine in February of next year and I can't wait to officially become a citizen of this great nation and have my blue passport. God bless the U.S.A. __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

1 July 2011, 10:12 PM	#23
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Congrats on your upcoming citizenship! The DJ is a great choice and you should find a broad range of preowned to chose from given your budget. Good luck!

1 July 2011, 10:40 PM	#24
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Congrats, pick up a white face DJ!! __________________

2 July 2011, 12:42 AM	#25
leemozoid Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sooner country! Watch: TT F 16613 bluesy Posts: 127	Congratulations!

2 July 2011, 10:03 PM	#26
marcel78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: usa, ct Posts: 103	Team - just an update: Officially as a citizen (went with me to the ceremony yesterday -July 1 2011)

2 July 2011, 10:26 PM	#27
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	Sounds like a great way to remember the occasion. Good luck and happy hunting. __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

3 July 2011, 12:09 AM	#29
FLAJIM "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Daytona Beach, FL Watch: 114060 Sub Posts: 243	Congratulations on your citizenship!!! God Bless the USA Be Safe JIM

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