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NinjaSayWhat · 2 November 2011, 09:58 AM

Hi All,

I posted here for the first time last month to get people's feedback on what type of Rolex to get as my first. It was basically down to the SubC and the Daytona. I realized early on (after trying on the watches) that the SubC was for me.

The Good News:
After contacting a few local ADs, I decided to buy from the same AD that sold me my PAM320 earlier this summer. She was able to get me the best price and since it was out of state, I didn't have to pay sales tax.

The watch is absolutely stunning! Just looking at the ceramic dial and the feel of the new bracelet is more than enough to warrant the higher price. Throw in the new clasp, and it ends up being a great deal IMO. The AD also threw in a sizing toolkit so I could resize it myself.

Now Here's the Bad News:
The wife accidentally saw the new watch and she fell in love with it! In an unexplainable moment of panic, I told her that this was her anniversary present (anniversary date was later in the week). I hadn't bought a gift yet and after seeing that she liked it so much, I decided this would be a great gift for her. I was actually surprised at how much she liked the men's style watch. I guess the fad hasn't died down yet... So now, I'm back to the drawing board looking for a new "first" Rolex for myself.

Since it would feel weird to wear the same watch as my wife, I figure I should look at the DSSD. It's so close in appearance to the SubC and the substantial size of the DSSD should make me feel "manlier" next to my wife and her SubC. I already own a 44mm watch with my PAM320, so the extra size of the DSSD shouldn't bother me...

Thanks all for letting me share my story. Great forum everyone!

Mike

OrangeSport · 2 November 2011, 10:00 AM

Ha, ha!

That's priceless!

toph · 2 November 2011, 10:01 AM

haha, brilliant! but well done you

dddrees · 2 November 2011, 10:02 AM

Oops.................

z32turbo · 2 November 2011, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrangeSport

Ha, ha!

That's priceless!

Go for the DSSD you enjoy it!!!!!

mjclark32 · 2 November 2011, 10:08 AM

Wow, and they say chivalry is dead.

Happy anniversary btw.

Singslinger · 2 November 2011, 10:08 AM

The Deepsea represents fantastic value and would look good on your wrist. Congrats to you and your wife and welcome to TRF!

masterserg · 2 November 2011, 10:12 AM

I think the DSSD would look good on your wrist. Just make sure it works thickness wise ...

nauticajoe · 2 November 2011, 10:13 AM

Yikes! Hope you get it back.

toolr · 2 November 2011, 10:59 AM

Manlier went out the window with... "In an unexplainable moment of panic, I told her that this was her anniversary present".

wyattearp · 2 November 2011, 10:59 AM

quite the pickle you've gotten yourself into!

Speed · 2 November 2011, 11:04 AM

Swatch for you, eh?

;-)

MoBe · 2 November 2011, 11:04 AM

Why can`t you have the same watch as your wife?

Timber Loftis · 2 November 2011, 11:08 AM

LOLPWNED. I love it.

chibatastic · 2 November 2011, 11:09 AM

That was hilarious!

You could try getting the GMT2c and you 2 could alternate.

Chiba

azguy · 2 November 2011, 11:25 AM

DSSD

you'll love it

xf384c · 2 November 2011, 11:37 AM

You didn't discuss your purchase of the SubC with your wife before you got it?
In this case, go with the daytona.

Dripp · 2 November 2011, 11:40 AM

That's some serious good news, bad news - mostly bad depending on how much you loved the watch.

karmatp · 2 November 2011, 11:43 AM

That is hilarious.

Women do look great wearing a 40mm watch, she has great taste.

Timber Loftis · 2 November 2011, 11:46 AM

I'm reminded of that bit by Bill Cosby where he catches his daughter with her hand in the cookie jar and she says "I was getting a cookie for you."

gwozhog · 2 November 2011, 11:52 AM

Get the Daytona for her. The sub looks way to big on her wrist.

kcmo · 2 November 2011, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjclark32

Wow, and they say chivalry is dead.

Happy anniversary btw.

True! What a wonderful thing to do for your wife!

NinjaSayWhat · 2 November 2011, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timber Loftis

I'm reminded of that bit by Bill Cosby where he catches his daughter with her hand in the cookie jar and she says "I was getting a cookie for you."

Haha! That's exactly what happened!

Mickey® · 2 November 2011, 12:32 PM

If it were true I wouldn't believe it!
Don't be mad you posted a private moment on a public forum.

It's too big for her wrist is what you should have told her...

robertgrom · 2 November 2011, 12:35 PM

Soon you will have the Sub too, it's going to be to heavy for your wife. Congrats.

NinjaSayWhat · 2 November 2011, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xf384c

You didn't discuss your purchase of the SubC with your wife before you got it?
In this case, go with the daytona.

Not sure if other married men go through this but if I asked for permission, the answer would definitely be NO. However, if I show her the purchase after the fact, she's a little more understanding while commenting how nice it is. BUT sometimes that's followed by a couple of nights on the couch...

I have to admit, I have a very understanding wife

nyyankees · 2 November 2011, 12:37 PM

Well played!

seand442 · 2 November 2011, 12:40 PM

Busted!

chicagofan · 2 November 2011, 12:40 PM

Great watch and story. Thanks for sharing.

Mickey® · 2 November 2011, 12:40 PM

Never argue with an idiot. First they will drag you down to their level. Then, they will beat you with experience.

2 November 2011, 09:58 AM	#1
NinjaSayWhat Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Santa Clara, CA Watch: PAM320 Posts: 19	1st Rolex - The Good News and the Bad News Hi All, I posted here for the first time last month to get people's feedback on what type of Rolex to get as my first. It was basically down to the SubC and the Daytona. I realized early on (after trying on the watches) that the SubC was for me. The Good News: After contacting a few local ADs, I decided to buy from the same AD that sold me my PAM320 earlier this summer. She was able to get me the best price and since it was out of state, I didn't have to pay sales tax. The watch is absolutely stunning! Just looking at the ceramic dial and the feel of the new bracelet is more than enough to warrant the higher price. Throw in the new clasp, and it ends up being a great deal IMO. The AD also threw in a sizing toolkit so I could resize it myself. Now Here's the Bad News: The wife accidentally saw the new watch and she fell in love with it! In an unexplainable moment of panic, I told her that this was her anniversary present (anniversary date was later in the week). I hadn't bought a gift yet and after seeing that she liked it so much, I decided this would be a great gift for her. I was actually surprised at how much she liked the men's style watch. I guess the fad hasn't died down yet... So now, I'm back to the drawing board looking for a new "first" Rolex for myself. Since it would feel weird to wear the same watch as my wife, I figure I should look at the DSSD. It's so close in appearance to the SubC and the substantial size of the DSSD should make me feel "manlier" next to my wife and her SubC. I already own a 44mm watch with my PAM320, so the extra size of the DSSD shouldn't bother me... Thanks all for letting me share my story. Great forum everyone! Mike Attached Images

2 November 2011, 10:01 AM	#3
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	haha, brilliant! but well done you __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

2 November 2011, 10:02 AM	#4
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Oops................. __________________ 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

2 November 2011, 10:08 AM	#6
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Wow, and they say chivalry is dead. Happy anniversary btw. __________________

2 November 2011, 10:12 AM	#8
masterserg "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Serg Location: US of A Watch: AP Posts: 7,437	I think the DSSD would look good on your wrist. Just make sure it works thickness wise ... __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat????

2 November 2011, 10:00 AM	#2
OrangeSport "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: Essex, UK Watch: 14060M Posts: 2,943	Ha, ha! That's priceless!

2 November 2011, 10:08 AM	#7
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	The Deepsea represents fantastic value and would look good on your wrist. Congrats to you and your wife and welcome to TRF!

2 November 2011, 10:13 AM	#9
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Yikes! Hope you get it back.

2 November 2011, 10:59 AM	#10
toolr 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Northwest Posts: 1,369	Manlier went out the window with... "In an unexplainable moment of panic, I told her that this was her anniversary present".

2 November 2011, 10:59 AM	#11
wyattearp "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Wyatt Location: Toronto Watch: it all fly by. Posts: 311	quite the pickle you've gotten yourself into!

2 November 2011, 11:04 AM	#12
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Swatch for you, eh? ;-)

2 November 2011, 11:04 AM	#13
MoBe "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 6,773	Why can`t you have the same watch as your wife?

2 November 2011, 11:08 AM	#14
Timber Loftis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Jon Location: Chicago Watch: IIc,DJII,P244,A1-Z Posts: 2,857	LOLPWNED. I love it.

2 November 2011, 11:09 AM	#15
chibatastic Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 26	That was hilarious! You could try getting the GMT2c and you 2 could alternate. Chiba

2 November 2011, 11:25 AM	#16
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	DSSD you'll love it

2 November 2011, 11:37 AM	#17
xf384c "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Sea Dweller 16600 Posts: 155	You didn't discuss your purchase of the SubC with your wife before you got it? In this case, go with the daytona.

2 November 2011, 11:40 AM	#18
Dripp "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cincinnati Watch: 16520 Daytona Posts: 129	That's some serious good news, bad news - mostly bad depending on how much you loved the watch.

2 November 2011, 11:43 AM	#19
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	That is hilarious. Women do look great wearing a 40mm watch, she has great taste. __________________ My grails:

2 November 2011, 11:46 AM	#20
Timber Loftis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Jon Location: Chicago Watch: IIc,DJII,P244,A1-Z Posts: 2,857	I'm reminded of that bit by Bill Cosby where he catches his daughter with her hand in the cookie jar and she says "I was getting a cookie for you."

2 November 2011, 11:52 AM	#21
gwozhog "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Point Blank, TX Posts: 2,894	Get the Daytona for her. The sub looks way to big on her wrist.

2 November 2011, 12:32 PM	#24
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	If it were true I wouldn't believe it! Don't be mad you posted a private moment on a public forum. It's too big for her wrist is what you should have told her...

2 November 2011, 12:35 PM	#25
robertgrom "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Robert Location: USA, California Watch: Sub 116610 Posts: 240	Soon you will have the Sub too, it's going to be to heavy for your wife. Congrats.

2 November 2011, 12:37 PM	#27
nyyankees "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southeastern PA Watch: 1216610 Posts: 2,131	Well played!

2 November 2011, 12:40 PM	#28
seand442 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Earth Watch: 116610 Posts: 3,455	Busted! __________________ NEVER ARGUE WITH AN IDIOT. FIRST THEY WILL DRAG YOU DOWN TO THEIR LEVEL. THEN, THEY WILL BEAT YOU WITH EXPERIENCE.

2 November 2011, 12:40 PM	#29
chicagofan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Howard Location: Chicago Posts: 3,588	Great watch and story. Thanks for sharing.

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