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2 May 2013, 03:36 AM
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Vulnerability?
Hello all. New poster here. Do any of you feel vulnerable when wearing a Rolex? Or am I just imagining it? Some models do seem to attract attention. . .
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2 May 2013, 03:43 AM
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Nope. Very few people notice, less care
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2 May 2013, 03:46 AM
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Real Name: Chris
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I've never felt vulnerable - as above, the vast majority of people won't know a Rolex when they see one, and if there's ever anyone who is acting suspiciously, I just slip my sleeve over the watch
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2 May 2013, 03:46 AM
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Nope. I try to avoid any areas where I may not be safe, regardless of what I'm wearing/driving.
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2 May 2013, 03:46 AM
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Might be a little different in the U.K?
Thanks for the replies. |
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2 May 2013, 03:47 AM
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2 May 2013, 03:48 AM
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good grief
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2 May 2013, 03:49 AM
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2 May 2013, 03:55 AM
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2 May 2013, 03:55 AM
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I've been asked a couple of times if it was a 'real Rolex' and felt a bit nervous but thanks for the replies.
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2 May 2013, 05:22 AM
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Real Name: Steve
Location: NJ
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If I was uncomfortable I wouldn't wear it, plain and simple. Believe it or not, very few people notice your watch.
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2 May 2013, 05:36 AM
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In YG maybe, but SS, WG, or PT should be fine
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2 May 2013, 06:39 AM
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Real Name: Mark
Location: Toronto, Canada.
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Vulnerable ?
Stainless Steel no, Gold maybe, Gold + Diamonds, yes.
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2 May 2013, 06:48 AM
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No
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2 May 2013, 06:51 AM
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It depends on the neighborhood but usually no.
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2 May 2013, 06:53 AM
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Real Name: Lee
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Don't feel remotely vunerable in the UK, barely anyone even knows what a Rolex looks like, don't worry about it
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2 May 2013, 07:01 AM
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One long word to say about this thread...
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2 May 2013, 07:04 AM
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Not gonna lie, I sometimes do since I so frequently take public transportation in NYC (subway, etc.) and my WG DJ with Jubilee really shines.
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2 May 2013, 07:06 AM
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Can't say I do.
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2 May 2013, 07:19 AM
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Real Name: Blake
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Not at all, especially with my concealled carry and good insurance.
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2 May 2013, 07:31 AM
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Real Name: Mo
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In New Zealand it doesnt matter, I feel safe there.
In Berlin, Germany when I know where I am going is not a "nice" neighbourhood, I simply dont wear a flashy watch or cloths, its that simple. If you take a stroll thrue the Projects flashing your bling, you will either look like an NFL linebacker or wear pinstripes with black & white shoes 
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2 May 2013, 07:39 AM
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Real Name: Ron
Location: Arizona, USA
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Yep...my Rolexes attract beautiful women like moths to a flame. Problem is, at my age I no longer remember what to do with them.
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so many Rolexes.....so little time |
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2 May 2013, 08:04 AM
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Real Name: Wayne
Location: California
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No
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2 May 2013, 08:10 AM
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NO, but I assume that they assume it's a fake (it's not) , so I don't worry.
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2 May 2013, 08:13 AM
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2 May 2013, 08:19 AM
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Location: Australia
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Vulnerable? Never.
I did feel a little self conscious initially as it was the most expensive watch I've ever worn and it had the "R" name on it. That dissipated quickly and like has been said, no one really notices or even cares. |
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2 May 2013, 08:21 AM
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cant say that i feel vulnerable. in the beginning i was a little OCD about not wanting to scratch it but thats really it.
unless youre walking around sticking your watch in someones face and screaming "HEY LOOK AT ME EVERYONE THIS IS A ROLEX ON MY WRIST!!!!" you should be fine |
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2 May 2013, 08:22 AM
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In the middle of Mexico City I did not feel vulnerable with my rolex on.
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2 May 2013, 08:37 AM
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I usually forget Im wearing a watch at all.
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2 May 2013, 08:44 AM
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Real Name: Larry
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Maybe if I wore an in-your-face Yellow Gold diamond bezel target watch I would feel uncomfortable - but I don't...
Most folks don't know a Rolex from a Timex in the typical stainless steel models..
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