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ricardo-sf · 11 January 2019, 08:18 AM

I have a watch addiction i think ...

Proof:

2 - years ago my collection was size = 1 (an heirloom piece handed down from my father) - 1970's Omega Constellation (love that piece!)

- Then 2 years ago finally acquired my first luxury watch that i paid for, a Breitling Avenger 2 Seawolf in yellow. -- perfect starter piece, that thing is like a tank.

- < 6 months ago, i acquired a PAM .. more expensive than the Breitling, love it too.

- last month I acquired my first Rolex, a beautiful 116613LB .. and even though i said i would baby this piece, i've now decided to make it a daily wear piece for now. (its too beautiful to not wear it).

.. And now .. i have found myself browsing some trusted sellers sites, drooling over what might be next..

perhaps an Omega Speedmaster Pro?? .. maybe a more classic PAM .. or can I really do a second Rolex already?? ..

i think i have a fever .. and the only prescription is ...

anyone else have these symptoms?

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Rolex addict · 11 January 2019, 08:21 AM

We all have it!!!

Case61 · 11 January 2019, 08:26 AM

You got the fever, DavidSW got the cure. (Or at least temporary remission of symptoms.)

scottwmitch · 11 January 2019, 08:32 AM

This is a safe place to be open with your addiction. We are all junkies and the first step is admittance!

Pauln · 11 January 2019, 08:35 AM

Glad you’re here. Keep coming back.

Largoshark · 11 January 2019, 08:38 AM

The first step is admitting you have a problem. The second step is allowing the TRF community to nurture that problem by enabling you to buy more watches

DoDe · 11 January 2019, 08:40 AM

Was an old Omega passed down which got me too

VanAdian · 11 January 2019, 08:51 AM

Yip, my grandfather's constellation was also the start for me; the gateway to mainlining horology, through my wallet, straight to the eyeballs.

TickTockChuck · 11 January 2019, 08:59 AM

Well, you've come to the right place if you want enablers to help feed your growing horological addiction! In reality one fine Rolex should be enough for most people, but many of us want more. I only advocate buying these expensive trinkets when absolutely all your other financial obligations are taken care of. A watch isn't going to change your life. Do enjoy the hobby though. Good luck! Cheers!

ashokleyland · 11 January 2019, 09:00 AM

It’s a disease and we are here to reinforce that signs and symptoms.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

chazadams · 11 January 2019, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pauln

Glad you’re here. Keep coming back.

watchwatcher · 11 January 2019, 09:16 AM

Good looking bluesy, by the way.

Motofan · 11 January 2019, 09:24 AM

You are not alone. At first I thought it was just me. That is why I joined TRF. I keep telling myself that I will quit after the next one. That has not worked so far.

BTW - That is one fine looking 116613LB!

peterpl · 11 January 2019, 09:36 AM

thats how it always starts. I started my journey with a Rado a long long time ago, then a Tag Heuer and the rest is history.

superstarmar · 11 January 2019, 09:38 AM

You are not alone... It's a sickness
I can definitely think of others that are much worse though...

Psijason · 11 January 2019, 10:06 AM

Sorry, there is no cure. Only 12 step programs.

Patton250 · 11 January 2019, 10:13 AM

It is definitely a difficult thing to deal with. Financially painful as well. Lol

123Blueface · 11 January 2019, 10:46 AM

I try to explain to my wife that it is a clinically recognized illness.
Still doesn’t believe me.

Dyim · 11 January 2019, 10:51 AM

There is no cure as long as there is TRF.

DoctorA · 11 January 2019, 10:52 AM

You have a mild case of it my friend! I’m thinking of joining “ROLEX ANONYMOUS “ !!

Chloe&Harley · 11 January 2019, 11:06 AM

Just buy what ever you like feed the addiction

CDNWatchNut · 11 January 2019, 11:21 AM

You’re on your way, but there’s hope if you walk away now. I’m being serious.

brandrea · 11 January 2019, 11:27 AM

I think you’re completely normal

Brian Page · 11 January 2019, 11:31 AM

What's the problem?

Muxi · 11 January 2019, 11:37 AM

This support group will help you get the right watches for you.

SLS · 11 January 2019, 11:39 AM

Yeah....I know how you feel!

Urosfan · 11 January 2019, 11:58 AM

It’s the only disease that is fun lol

auto4me · 11 January 2019, 12:07 PM

I am sitting here watching American Pickers and Mike just bought an old trash can for $200.00. Said he has someone that wants all the old trash cans he can get. Just saying things could be worse. Diseases are relative, enjoy yours.
Cheers

Boaters · 11 January 2019, 12:12 PM

Thats not a sickness

LuminousMaximus · 11 January 2019, 12:18 PM

Many Trusted sellers would say it's not a disease, but a Business.

Why should it be different for us?

11 January 2019, 08:18 AM	#1
ricardo-sf "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Seattle Posts: 456	I have a sickness ... I have a watch addiction i think ... Proof: 2 - years ago my collection was size = 1 (an heirloom piece handed down from my father) - 1970's Omega Constellation (love that piece!) - Then 2 years ago finally acquired my first luxury watch that i paid for, a Breitling Avenger 2 Seawolf in yellow. -- perfect starter piece, that thing is like a tank. - < 6 months ago, i acquired a PAM .. more expensive than the Breitling, love it too. - last month I acquired my first Rolex, a beautiful 116613LB .. and even though i said i would baby this piece, i've now decided to make it a daily wear piece for now. (its too beautiful to not wear it). .. And now .. i have found myself browsing some trusted sellers sites, drooling over what might be next.. perhaps an Omega Speedmaster Pro?? .. maybe a more classic PAM .. or can I really do a second Rolex already?? .. i think i have a fever .. and the only prescription is ... anyone else have these symptoms?

11 January 2019, 08:51 AM	#8
VanAdian "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: WA, USA Watch: DSOTM Posts: 588	Yip, my grandfather's constellation was also the start for me; the gateway to mainlining horology, through my wallet, straight to the eyeballs. __________________ DSOTM - Railmaster - JLC DuoFace - Pelagos LHD - Sinn 556 "The time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time." - B. Russell

11 January 2019, 09:00 AM	#10
ashokleyland "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Real Name: Juan Dela Cruz Location: Quebec Watch: 114060,PAM,DJ Posts: 434	It’s a disease and we are here to reinforce that signs and symptoms. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

11 January 2019, 10:13 AM	#17
Patton250 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Brett Location: Florida Watch: 5205R Posts: 5,160	It is definitely a difficult thing to deal with. Financially painful as well. Lol __________________ Morality does not derive from consensus. It only comes from one place. Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall. Often times unbelief is disguised as wisdom Instagram - patton250

11 January 2019, 10:46 AM	#18
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 5,316	I try to explain to my wife that it is a clinically recognized illness. Still doesn’t believe me. __________________ Rolex 228235 DD40 Olive, 126710BLRO, 116710BLNR, 116613LB, 116500LN White, 126610LN, 116500LN Black, 126610LV, 116610LV, 126334 Blue Diamond Breitling Navitimer 01, Cartier Santos Large

11 January 2019, 08:21 AM	#2
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	We all have it!!!

11 January 2019, 08:26 AM	#3
Case61 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Tucson, Az Posts: 1,145	You got the fever, DavidSW got the cure. (Or at least temporary remission of symptoms.)

11 January 2019, 08:32 AM	#4
scottwmitch "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: USA Posts: 649	This is a safe place to be open with your addiction. We are all junkies and the first step is admittance!

11 January 2019, 08:35 AM	#5
Pauln "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Paul Location: Colorado Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,543	Glad you’re here. Keep coming back.

11 January 2019, 08:38 AM	#6
Largoshark "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Mike Location: New England Posts: 1,754	The first step is admitting you have a problem. The second step is allowing the TRF community to nurture that problem by enabling you to buy more watches

11 January 2019, 08:40 AM	#7
DoDe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Norway Posts: 629	Was an old Omega passed down which got me too

11 January 2019, 08:59 AM	#9
TickTockChuck "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Chuck Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 116610LV Posts: 2,270	Well, you've come to the right place if you want enablers to help feed your growing horological addiction! In reality one fine Rolex should be enough for most people, but many of us want more. I only advocate buying these expensive trinkets when absolutely all your other financial obligations are taken care of. A watch isn't going to change your life. Do enjoy the hobby though. Good luck! Cheers!

11 January 2019, 09:16 AM	#12
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,044	Good looking bluesy, by the way.

11 January 2019, 09:24 AM	#13
Motofan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Posts: 18	You are not alone. At first I thought it was just me. That is why I joined TRF. I keep telling myself that I will quit after the next one. That has not worked so far. BTW - That is one fine looking 116613LB!

11 January 2019, 09:36 AM	#14
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	thats how it always starts. I started my journey with a Rado a long long time ago, then a Tag Heuer and the rest is history.

11 January 2019, 09:38 AM	#15
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	You are not alone... It's a sickness I can definitely think of others that are much worse though...

11 January 2019, 10:06 AM	#16
Psijason "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Jason Location: Boston Watch: Seamster 300 Green Posts: 1,617	Sorry, there is no cure. Only 12 step programs.

11 January 2019, 10:51 AM	#19
Dyim "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 2,237	There is no cure as long as there is TRF.

11 January 2019, 10:52 AM	#20
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	You have a mild case of it my friend! I’m thinking of joining “ROLEX ANONYMOUS “ !! __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

11 January 2019, 11:06 AM	#21
Chloe&Harley 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Mark Location: Niagara Falls Can Watch: Milgauss white Posts: 3,124	Just buy what ever you like feed the addiction

11 January 2019, 11:21 AM	#22
CDNWatchNut "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Juan Location: Sherwood Park, Ab Watch: 114060 Posts: 1,509	You’re on your way, but there’s hope if you walk away now. I’m being serious.

11 January 2019, 11:27 AM	#23
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,076	I think you’re completely normal

11 January 2019, 11:31 AM	#24
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,624	What's the problem?

11 January 2019, 11:37 AM	#25
Muxi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,823	This support group will help you get the right watches for you.

11 January 2019, 11:39 AM	#26
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	Yeah....I know how you feel! __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

11 January 2019, 11:58 AM	#27
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	It’s the only disease that is fun lol

11 January 2019, 12:07 PM	#28
auto4me "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Cali Posts: 68	I am sitting here watching American Pickers and Mike just bought an old trash can for $200.00. Said he has someone that wants all the old trash cans he can get. Just saying things could be worse. Diseases are relative, enjoy yours. Cheers

11 January 2019, 12:12 PM	#29
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	Thats not a sickness

11 January 2019, 12:18 PM	#30
LuminousMaximus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Watch: me hit Huge Lotto Posts: 6,512	Many Trusted sellers would say it's not a disease, but a Business. Why should it be different for us? __________________ “Every man Dies... Not Every Man, Really Lives.” – William Wallace - To really lives means to live your life to the fullest. It means to chase your dreams, take risks, and to love life. Since everyone’s fate is the same, why not live the best life that you possibly can? In order to really live,you must seize the day. Live each day as if it's your last and overall just do it! Today is a gift, that’s why it’s called the present...

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