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Brenngun · 30 January 2012, 02:36 PM

As some may know one of our TRF members Fremstar recently received a Tudor Heritage Chrono. Here's a link to his incoming:

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=212784

I was lucky enough to follow the clues and guessed what was arriving. Unkown to me there was a prize in the offing. Well I received his generous gift on Friday and have now had a chance to fully appreciate it. For those who've never seen this book first let me tell you it's huge and heavy. It would take me hours to describe it all but hopefully some of these pictures will tell the story. First thing you see inside is a certificate identifying this copy as a 1st edition signed by the author and publisher. The minute I turned to the title page I noticed a crowd beginning to arrive. I guess they all wanted to know more about their heritage. The last 2 pics are watches found in the book. One may not be a Rolex. Can you guess which one? Once again Fremstar thank for this great book.

FeelingTheBlues · 30 January 2012, 02:43 PM

Congratulations to you for that great gift, Sam is a one of a kind on this forum indeed and this thread perfectly shows his generosity!

Now I'm not sure about your question but I'm thinking that moonphase watch may not be a Rolex, could you elaborate the question?

Brenngun · 30 January 2012, 03:12 PM

As Sam would do I'll give you a clue. The book lists the moonphase as an 81806 reference and the dual sub dial chrono as a 3853 reference. One appears to have a questionable background.

FeelingTheBlues · 30 January 2012, 03:20 PM

Well the Google Search I made for the Rolex 81806 gave me this model.

FeelingTheBlues · 30 January 2012, 03:24 PM

I think I got it!

From this website

Please let me quote, this is talking about the ref. 6062:

There is also strong evidence, such as dial drawings/prototypes and written documentation, which indicate the presence of a prototype model bearing reference 81806 which did not go into series production.

What do I win!?

Brenngun · 30 January 2012, 03:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

I think I got it!

From this website

Please let me quote, this is talking about the ref. 6062:

There is also strong evidence, such as dial drawings/prototypes and written documentation, which indicate the presence of a prototype model bearing reference 81806 which did not go into series production.

What do I win!?

Carl, That's the one. Also this web page.

http://vintage-watch.blogspot.com/20...lex-81806.html

I can send you the used FedEx box that Sam sent the book in

Michael M. · 31 January 2012, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Well the Google Search I made for the Rolex 81806 gave me this model.

That's a fake

FeelingTheBlues · 31 January 2012, 03:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michael M.

That's a fake

Not according to the websites we posted in this thread, seems like it's supposed to be a prototype of the ref. 6062 who may never have been made.

hdrazor251 · 30 January 2012, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Congratulations to you for that great gift, Sam is a one of a kind on this forum indeed and this thread perfectly shows his generosity!

x2. Well said Carl.

travisb · 30 January 2012, 08:08 PM

Very nice indeed!

dddrees · 30 January 2012, 08:11 PM

Very nice, congratulations, and that was very generous of Sam.

HL65 · 30 January 2012, 08:12 PM

Congrats and very generous of Sam for sure!!

Lion · 30 January 2012, 09:19 PM

Rick, looks like you have a great book to peruse and read...enjoy. And Sam's the man...for sure!!!

Cru Jones · 30 January 2012, 10:01 PM

Dan Pierce · 30 January 2012, 10:18 PM

Great gesture going to a great guy!
dP

FremStar · 30 January 2012, 11:50 PM

Wow! Rick, I was not expecting this at all, a simple PM would have been fine. I am truly appreciative of TRF and all it's great members. I have definitely learned a lot and I'm still learning more about the art of horology today from this home we call TRF. Thanks all for your kind words everyone. Great try Carl! Once again Rick, please enjoy the book to the fullest!

azguy · 31 January 2012, 12:19 AM

What.........he didn't tease you with some partial shots of the books for weeks before finally sending them to you

:r ofl:

Brenngun · 31 January 2012, 12:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azguy

What.........he didn't tease you with some partial shots of the books for weeks before finally sending them to you

:r ofl:

I know... looks like he's losing his touch already. Resting on laurels I think.

FremStar · 31 January 2012, 01:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azguy

What.........he didn't tease you with some partial shots of the books for weeks before finally sending them to you

:r ofl:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brenngun

I know... looks like he's losing his touch already. Resting on laurels I think.

Funny thing is that I thought about it but said to myself that would be too cruel!

Brenngun · 31 January 2012, 02:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FremStar

Funny thing is that I thought about it but said to myself that would be too cruel!

Yeah thanks Frem for not being cruel. That would be so uncharacteristic of you .... have you read one of your "incoming" threads lately ??

michigander · 31 January 2012, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FremStar

Funny thing is that I thought about it but said to myself that would be too cruel!

Michael M. · 31 January 2012, 12:52 AM

BTW- Very kind & nice book!!!

chicagofan · 31 January 2012, 01:21 AM

Generous gesture by Sam. Thanks for sharing.

cedargrove · 31 January 2012, 02:23 AM

Congrats Rick, and very nice of you Sam.

liptonnr · 31 January 2012, 02:08 PM

Nice gesture Sam! Great book with great pics!

MortgageGuy · 31 January 2012, 02:24 PM

WOW, what a great gift! Sam is a great guy; hats off to the both of you

theloxmyth · 31 January 2012, 02:26 PM

Very nice gesture and books!

z32turbo · 31 January 2012, 02:39 PM

Nice gift. Thanks for sharing the pics.

threemonkeys · 31 January 2012, 04:18 PM

Nice one, Sam. And congrats on a wonderful gift, Rick.

30 January 2012, 02:36 PM	#1
Brenngun 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,866	A Fremtastic Story As some may know one of our TRF members Fremstar recently received a Tudor Heritage Chrono. Here's a link to his incoming: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=212784 I was lucky enough to follow the clues and guessed what was arriving. Unkown to me there was a prize in the offing. Well I received his generous gift on Friday and have now had a chance to fully appreciate it. For those who've never seen this book first let me tell you it's huge and heavy. It would take me hours to describe it all but hopefully some of these pictures will tell the story. First thing you see inside is a certificate identifying this copy as a 1st edition signed by the author and publisher. The minute I turned to the title page I noticed a crowd beginning to arrive. I guess they all wanted to know more about their heritage. The last 2 pics are watches found in the book. One may not be a Rolex. Can you guess which one? Once again Fremstar thank for this great book. Attached Images

30 January 2012, 02:43 PM	#2
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Congratulations to you for that great gift, Sam is a one of a kind on this forum indeed and this thread perfectly shows his generosity! Now I'm not sure about your question but I'm thinking that moonphase watch may not be a Rolex, could you elaborate the question? __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

30 January 2012, 03:20 PM	#4
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Well the Google Search I made for the Rolex 81806 gave me this model. __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

30 January 2012, 03:24 PM	#5
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	I think I got it! From this website Please let me quote, this is talking about the ref. 6062: There is also strong evidence, such as dial drawings/prototypes and written documentation, which indicate the presence of a prototype model bearing reference 81806 which did not go into series production. What do I win!? __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

30 January 2012, 08:08 PM	#10
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	Generous gift! Very nice indeed!

30 January 2012, 03:12 PM	#3
Brenngun 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,866	As Sam would do I'll give you a clue. The book lists the moonphase as an 81806 reference and the dual sub dial chrono as a 3853 reference. One appears to have a questionable background.

30 January 2012, 08:11 PM	#11
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Very nice, congratulations, and that was very generous of Sam. __________________ 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

30 January 2012, 08:12 PM	#12
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Congrats and very generous of Sam for sure!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

30 January 2012, 09:19 PM	#13
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Rick, looks like you have a great book to peruse and read...enjoy. And Sam's the man...for sure!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

30 January 2012, 10:01 PM	#14
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30 January 2012, 10:18 PM	#15
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	Great gesture going to a great guy! dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

30 January 2012, 11:50 PM	#16
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Wow! Rick, I was not expecting this at all, a simple PM would have been fine. I am truly appreciative of TRF and all it's great members. I have definitely learned a lot and I'm still learning more about the art of horology today from this home we call TRF. Thanks all for your kind words everyone. Great try Carl! Once again Rick, please enjoy the book to the fullest! __________________ "Wealth is of the heart and mind, not of the pocket!" "A Watch Is An Emotional Object, And So, It Is The Responsibility Of The Brand To Create Emotion Through It's Products" - Georges Kern "In the 1950s and 60s, they made the Ref 8171, which is a cult collectible—now that’s the ultimate Rolex you could own with a calendar and a moon phase.” - John Reardon "Heh, heh, heh..." - Michael Kilyung

31 January 2012, 12:19 AM	#17
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	What.........he didn't tease you with some partial shots of the books for weeks before finally sending them to you :r ofl:

31 January 2012, 12:52 AM	#22
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	BTW- Very kind & nice book!!!

31 January 2012, 01:21 AM	#23
chicagofan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Howard Location: Chicago Posts: 3,588	Generous gesture by Sam. Thanks for sharing.

31 January 2012, 02:23 AM	#24
cedargrove "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rich Location: Canada Watch: Milgauss, GMT IIc Posts: 3,013	Congrats Rick, and very nice of you Sam.

31 January 2012, 02:08 PM	#25
liptonnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Nate Location: Pottsville, PA Watch: Sub-c LV, GMT's Posts: 988	Nice gesture Sam! Great book with great pics!

31 January 2012, 02:24 PM	#26
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	WOW, what a great gift! Sam is a great guy; hats off to the both of you __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

31 January 2012, 02:26 PM	#27
theloxmyth 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NY Posts: 6,382	Very nice gesture and books! __________________ Craig, The (I'm JUST a) Loxmyth. If I had only known, I would have been a locksmith. — Albert Einstein (1879-1955) TWO FACTOR AUTHENTICATION IS ENABLED.

31 January 2012, 02:39 PM	#28
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	Nice gift. Thanks for sharing the pics. __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

31 January 2012, 04:18 PM	#29
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	Nice one, Sam. And congrats on a wonderful gift, Rick.

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