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superdog · 29 April 2014, 10:24 PM

A few years ago, I gave my buddy my Explorer 39mm.

We work together and I see him wear it everyday. And it looks fantastic.

I knew I would miss it when I gave it to him, but did not figure I would miss it this much.

Maybe it is because I see it everyday?

I did not give it away because I did not like it, I did so.....because he needed a good watch.

Anyway, what watch do you miss the most?

CW3SF · 29 April 2014, 10:27 PM

Wow, you must be great friends.

Buy another one if you miss it that much.

Sorry, I don't really have one that I miss.

superdog · 29 April 2014, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Snake

Wow, you must be great friends.

Buy another one if you miss it that much.

Sorry, I don't really have one that I miss.

Friend since we are six. More like brothers at this point.

And what a novel idea.

I probably will.

tkerrmd · 29 April 2014, 10:35 PM

honestly I love giving my watches to my kids and some of my friends as you have

why, makes me and them happy and the real bonus for me is I get to see and enjoy more watches at the same time

I race at the track with my Rolex, son has his on, crew chief has his on

I get triple the watch enjoyment!

watchwatcher · 29 April 2014, 10:36 PM

An excellent watch, to be sure. What a good friend you are. Awesome!

Jack T · 29 April 2014, 10:38 PM

Such generosity, don't get another, just chalk it up to friendship, paying it forward.

thomaspp · 29 April 2014, 10:52 PM

This one! Let it go as had a few new ones and this one wasn't getting any wrist time

DVR · 29 April 2014, 11:22 PM

Ask if he is tired of the watch and fancy's an other one.
Since you know him from six and are like brothers there should be no awkwardness among you two. Maybe he would prefer one of your other watches better since he has worn the Explorer for so long.

Just a thought...

jjnd08 · 29 April 2014, 11:26 PM

You "gave" away your DD to your dad, and your Explorer to a friend? You are a very generous person, Seth.

I would say for me it's the LVC. I am worried if I buy it again, I will want to flip it in a couple months once the novelty wears off.

BaltimoreBrian · 29 April 2014, 11:44 PM

i had a Panerai 321, and since it was a modern watch, i sold it to help buy a vintage piece. Surprisingly, I missed that watch, a lot and about a year later found another one in the estate case of a local jeweler and bought it. love having it back as a part of my rotation.

tfduff723 · 29 April 2014, 11:48 PM

Wow - gracious move on your part

Does this help ease your pain?

psv · 29 April 2014, 11:52 PM

Very generous! I think you miss it because it is a special watch, I somehow doubt it would be as special on your own wrist.

Enjoy the magic instead! :-)

samsam · 29 April 2014, 11:53 PM

My father, is the most generous man in my life, but just doesn't care about watches. I gave him one of mines, one that I really miss. Now, I think I'm going to buy it again. Having said that, he would be glad if I asked him to switch with me for something else, because he simply doesn't care!

AK797 · 30 April 2014, 12:47 AM

I had a Cartier Santos that was really nice but just a bit too thick so I sold it. I don't regret selling it but only wish it was a slimmer size.

Metalheart · 30 April 2014, 05:37 AM

I can't say "miss the most" cause I have sold only one and lost one other :( but I really miss a Breitling Hercules which I sold c. 4 years back. It had a commanding and reassuring presence on the wrist and I felt an attachment whenever I had it on.

elcompa · 30 April 2014, 05:41 AM

I get rid of one and welcome the next. Anything I have is "currently" my favorite. Nothing missed......It's all good fun.

superdog · 30 April 2014, 05:42 AM

I have a theory in life, and I have had it since I was a kid. This was inherent, not learned.

If I have enough for me, I want to give things away. I truly don't see my giving him a watch as generous. It was super natural. I have actually given away quite a few watches in my time. If it is excess and I don't need it, but someone close to me can find joy in it, it is a no brainer.

I do appreciate those comments, but the idea of the thread was to see if any fellow flippers miss any of their old watches.

Other than the Explorer, I miss my LVC too. I have flipped it so many times, but I always want it back.

Having the WG version right now, I just can't justify having the two. But if I ever get rid of the smurf, you can bet the LVC will be back. I love that watch.

superdog · 30 April 2014, 05:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elcompa

I get rid of one and welcome another. Nothing missed......It's all good fun.

love that attitude.

FTX I · 30 April 2014, 05:53 AM

I need to find better friends

elcompa · 30 April 2014, 05:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superdog

I have a theory in life, and I have had it since I was a kid. This was inherent, not learned.

If I have enough for me, I want to give things away. I truly don't see my giving him a watch as generous. It was super natural.

I agree with and also adhere to your theory. I just gave my younger brother a nice watch that I wasn't wearing much. He is a military man and I just know he wouldn't have spent that much money on himself. Knowing that he has it, it's taken care of, appreciated and the fact that it's something from his bigger brother sets well with me. So, I win too!

I guess giving can be selfish in that respect, but I'll keep doing it until one day Im all out of stuff. Hey, you can't take it with you, so I'll use the coolest stuff and then pass it to those I love.

SeaAndSky · 30 April 2014, 06:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superdog

A few years ago, I gave my buddy my Explorer

Anyway, what do you miss the most?

My hair.

ejvette · 30 April 2014, 06:25 AM

My 1st DJ I sold it to my friend who still has it and I told him recently that I would buy it back if he ever decided to sell it

jjnd08 · 30 April 2014, 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superdog

I have a theory in life, and I have had it since I was a kid. This was inherent, not learned.

If I have enough for me, I want to give things away. I truly don't see my giving him a watch as generous. It was super natural. I have actually given away quite a few watches in my time. If it is excess and I don't need it, but someone close to me can find joy in it, it is a no brainer.

I do appreciate those comments, but the idea of the thread was to see if any fellow flippers miss any of their old watches.

Other than the Explorer, I miss my LVC too. I have flipped it so many times, but I always want it back.

Having the WG version right now, I just can't justify having the two. But if I ever get rid of the smurf, you can bet the LVC will be back. I love that watch.

What if they made the LVC in YG? I would love to see what that would look like.

Boothroyd · 30 April 2014, 08:30 AM

Were something to happen to my Explorer I 214270, I would buy another immediately. But haven't faced that problem (knock wood).

Urosfan · 30 April 2014, 08:31 AM

That was very nice of you

Lucky777 · 30 April 2014, 08:41 AM

Seth,
I seem to follow a similar way of life. To me, it's not about what I have..I work hard and the joy of being able to have enough and enjoy life and pass along what I can is the way it should be.

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superdog · 30 April 2014, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjnd08

What if they made the LVC in YG? I would love to see what that would look like.

Whoah......

In all the " what if" threads I've never seen this presented.

Rolex should listen to this. I think it would be an amazing combo!!!

sea-dweller · 30 April 2014, 10:49 AM

I miss my 16750 GMT...

Roller07 · 30 April 2014, 10:49 AM

I don't miss any of them. I still have them ALL.

Presa canary · 30 April 2014, 10:53 AM

You're a real nice guy. I def miss my 1655

29 April 2014, 10:24 PM	#1
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	The one I miss the most.... A few years ago, I gave my buddy my Explorer 39mm. We work together and I see him wear it everyday. And it looks fantastic. I knew I would miss it when I gave it to him, but did not figure I would miss it this much. Maybe it is because I see it everyday? I did not give it away because I did not like it, I did so.....because he needed a good watch. Anyway, what watch do you miss the most? __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

29 April 2014, 10:27 PM	#2
CW3SF "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Denver Watch: 16610 Posts: 77	Wow, you must be great friends. Buy another one if you miss it that much. Sorry, I don't really have one that I miss. __________________

29 April 2014, 10:38 PM	#6
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Such generosity, don't get another, just chalk it up to friendship, paying it forward. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

29 April 2014, 10:52 PM	#7
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	This one! Let it go as had a few new ones and this one wasn't getting any wrist time __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

29 April 2014, 11:22 PM	#8
DVR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Denis Location: Flanders, EU Watch: Diver watches Posts: 2,009	Ask if he is tired of the watch and fancy's an other one. Since you know him from six and are like brothers there should be no awkwardness among you two. Maybe he would prefer one of your other watches better since he has worn the Explorer for so long. Just a thought... __________________ AP - BP - UN - GO - GS - JLC - RLX

29 April 2014, 10:35 PM	#4
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	honestly I love giving my watches to my kids and some of my friends as you have why, makes me and them happy and the real bonus for me is I get to see and enjoy more watches at the same time I race at the track with my Rolex, son has his on, crew chief has his on I get triple the watch enjoyment!

29 April 2014, 10:36 PM	#5
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	An excellent watch, to be sure. What a good friend you are. Awesome!

29 April 2014, 11:26 PM	#9
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	You "gave" away your DD to your dad, and your Explorer to a friend? You are a very generous person, Seth. I would say for me it's the LVC. I am worried if I buy it again, I will want to flip it in a couple months once the novelty wears off.

29 April 2014, 11:44 PM	#10
BaltimoreBrian "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Brian Location: Towson, MD Watch: iZ Posts: 2,224	i had a Panerai 321, and since it was a modern watch, i sold it to help buy a vintage piece. Surprisingly, I missed that watch, a lot and about a year later found another one in the estate case of a local jeweler and bought it. love having it back as a part of my rotation.

29 April 2014, 11:48 PM	#11
tfduff723 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Michigan USA Watch: Rolex & Omega 4 Me Posts: 1,685	Wow - gracious move on your part Does this help ease your pain? Attached Images

29 April 2014, 11:52 PM	#12
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Very generous! I think you miss it because it is a special watch, I somehow doubt it would be as special on your own wrist. Enjoy the magic instead! :-)

29 April 2014, 11:53 PM	#13
samsam "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 2,826	My father, is the most generous man in my life, but just doesn't care about watches. I gave him one of mines, one that I really miss. Now, I think I'm going to buy it again. Having said that, he would be glad if I asked him to switch with me for something else, because he simply doesn't care!

30 April 2014, 12:47 AM	#14
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I had a Cartier Santos that was really nice but just a bit too thick so I sold it. I don't regret selling it but only wish it was a slimmer size.

30 April 2014, 05:37 AM	#15
Metalheart "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NJ Watch: 116610LN, 116234 Posts: 211	I can't say "miss the most" cause I have sold only one and lost one other :( but I really miss a Breitling Hercules which I sold c. 4 years back. It had a commanding and reassuring presence on the wrist and I felt an attachment whenever I had it on.

30 April 2014, 05:41 AM	#16
elcompa "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: North Carolina Watch: DD 118206 Posts: 1,858	I get rid of one and welcome the next. Anything I have is "currently" my favorite. Nothing missed......It's all good fun.

30 April 2014, 05:42 AM	#17
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	I have a theory in life, and I have had it since I was a kid. This was inherent, not learned. If I have enough for me, I want to give things away. I truly don't see my giving him a watch as generous. It was super natural. I have actually given away quite a few watches in my time. If it is excess and I don't need it, but someone close to me can find joy in it, it is a no brainer. I do appreciate those comments, but the idea of the thread was to see if any fellow flippers miss any of their old watches. Other than the Explorer, I miss my LVC too. I have flipped it so many times, but I always want it back. Having the WG version right now, I just can't justify having the two. But if I ever get rid of the smurf, you can bet the LVC will be back. I love that watch. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

30 April 2014, 05:53 AM	#19
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	I need to find better friends

30 April 2014, 06:25 AM	#22
ejvette 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: East Hampton NY Watch: me break clays.. Posts: 7,516	My 1st DJ I sold it to my friend who still has it and I told him recently that I would buy it back if he ever decided to sell it __________________ Rolex•Omega•Breitling•Grand Seiko•Tudor "No one on their death bed ever said I wish I worked more" My Grandma * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

30 April 2014, 08:30 AM	#24
Boothroyd 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Daniel Location: Minneapolis, MN Watch: Wilsdorf(s) Posts: 10,258	Were something to happen to my Explorer I 214270, I would buy another immediately. But haven't faced that problem (knock wood). __________________ Explorer 214270 MK I/Datejust II Black 116300/Tudor Heritage Black Bay Black 79220N

30 April 2014, 08:31 AM	#25
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	That was very nice of you

30 April 2014, 08:41 AM	#26
Lucky777 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: NJ Watch: Rolex 16610 Posts: 2,160	Seth, I seem to follow a similar way of life. To me, it's not about what I have..I work hard and the joy of being able to have enough and enjoy life and pass along what I can is the way it should be. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

30 April 2014, 10:49 AM	#28
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I miss my 16750 GMT...

30 April 2014, 10:49 AM	#29
Roller07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: GMT -5 Watch: HulkPepsiCoke Posts: 2,364	I don't miss any of them. I still have them ALL.

30 April 2014, 10:53 AM	#30
Presa canary "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Justin Location: Pa Watch: Explorer ii Posts: 3,155	You're a real nice guy. I def miss my 1655

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