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Rolex Lover · 1 February 2009, 01:03 AM

Three months ago I quit drinking alcoholic drinks. I lived and worked in Nigeria for almost three years, where I used to drink so much every night. I put a target infront of me to quit drinking which is saving almost US $ 500 per month at least. This means US$ 6,000 annually. Now, I will be able to buy a new ROLEX amost every year and my eagerness to be a ROLEX collector saved my health. Is it a good idea and reason to quit drinking???????

Thanks,
Ahmed

ijen0311 · 1 February 2009, 01:13 AM

$500/mo? WOW!
I think it's a great plan

chenx15 · 1 February 2009, 01:18 AM

i wish i can do the same thing by saving money from food. sadly by being cheaparoonee on the diet that makes me gain weight

frostie · 1 February 2009, 01:18 AM

I was saving the same amount of money because i quit cigarettes, drinks and coffee and that's how i managed to buy my GMT II C.

Most of the people don't/didn't believe me but finally there is somebody else that is going to do the same thing

Idle Swede · 1 February 2009, 01:20 AM

Alcohol must be expensive in Nigeria..

harvey · 1 February 2009, 01:21 AM

ahmed judging by all 5 threads on the same subject i still think youre drinking lol

frostie · 1 February 2009, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harvey

ahmed judging by all 5 threads on the same subject i still think youre drinking lol

Rolex Lover · 1 February 2009, 01:22 AM

Everything is expensive in Nigeria. HAHAHAHAHAHA

Rolex Lover · 1 February 2009, 01:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harvey

ahmed judging by all 5 threads on the same subject i still think youre drinking lol

Sorry, Harvey. I think this happend because of the bad internet connection.

G.J · 1 February 2009, 01:25 AM

I quit smoking 6 years ago, from the money I saved I bought me a couple of nice watches..

Bisquitlips · 1 February 2009, 01:28 AM

Heartfelt congratulations Ahmed!!!

Do you realize you can get a new Rolex every year now!!! WooHoo!!!

Idle Swede · 1 February 2009, 01:29 AM

Ahmed, let me see if I got this right?
For the past three years you've been flying your airplane drunk or did you stop flying when in Nigeria?

Rolex Lover · 1 February 2009, 01:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Idle Swede

Ahmed, let me see if I got this right?
For the past three years you've been flying your airplane drunk or did you stop flying when in Nigeria?

I did not fly in Nigeria before, either in Egypt or Cyprus. It is just a hobby dude and I have never done this for money before. The only times I drank in airplanes were while I used to travel from Cairo to New York on direct flights as a passenger ( 12 direct hours) Half a botle of whisky was not enough

Rolex Lover · 1 February 2009, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by G.J

I quit smoking 6 years ago, from the money I saved I bought me a couple of nice watches..

I couldn't quit smoking before. Tried more than one time and I returned back worse than before. Now I smoke almost 40 sticks per day

Quiting drinking is much easier than smoking

frostie · 1 February 2009, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Idle Swede

Ahmed, let me see if I got this right?
For the past three years you've been flying your airplane drunk or did you stop flying when in Nigeria?

Flying your airplane drunk

Whiskey · 1 February 2009, 02:40 AM

I have a friend who smokes a lot. I've known him since university.

I was over at his place a couple months ago and I must have accompanied him outside for a smoke at least 6 time in one evening. I figure he spends something like $160 a month on a carton of smokes.

He's questioned me a number of times about why would I buy a Rolex. I return the favour by telling him how much money he's wasted in the past 20 years buying cigarettes. That usually ends the coversation.

Problem is, a couple months later, the same conversation comes up.

Seems smoking is more acceptable than Rolex ownership.

kokovovoru · 1 February 2009, 04:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex Lover

Three months ago I quit drinking alcoholic drinks. I lived and worked in Nigeria for almost three years, where I used to drink so much every night. I put a target infront of me to quit drinking which is saving almost US $ 500 per month at least. This means US$ 6,000 annually. Now, I will be able to buy a new ROLEX amost every year and my eagerness to be a ROLEX collector saved my health. Is it a good idea and reason to quit drinking???????

Thanks,
Ahmed

Very true. Also you left out the DUI saving. The first time you get caught dui is about 13,000 dollars, including fees and litigation, the second time 20,000, the third time 26,000, and so on and so forth. See how these savings all add up to different Rolexes each year.

DSJ · 1 February 2009, 05:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Whiskey

I have a friend who smokes a lot. I've known him since university.

I was over at his place a couple months ago and I must have accompanied him outside for a smoke at least 6 time in one evening. I figure he spends something like $160 a month on a carton of smokes.

He's questioned me a number of times about why would I buy a Rolex. I return the favour by telling him how much money he's wasted in the past 20 years buying cigarettes. That usually ends the coversation.

Problem is, a couple months later, the same conversation comes up.

Seems smoking is more acceptable than Rolex ownership.

That all depends on the social circle.

Despite my fun pics, I'm all about moderation.

dead steve · 1 February 2009, 06:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolex Lover

Everything is expensive in Nigeria. HAHAHAHAHAHA

http://www.419eater.com/

Andad · 1 February 2009, 10:50 AM

Mate, I tried giving up sex, smoking and drinking - trust me when I tell you it was the worst 15 minutes of my life.

I admire you for giving it a go.

onkyo · 1 February 2009, 11:12 AM

$500 per month may not be a large amount of alcohol.

For example, if you like to drink nice wine.... a bottle may cost $40 (or more)...

If you drink 2 glasses a day that is $20 per day.

And multiply that by 30 days.... then you have $600 per month.

A couple of drinks per day for a man is actually a healthy thing to do ....

Nica64 · 1 February 2009, 12:13 PM

Congratulations Ahmed you made a nice decision for yourself, but $500.00 a month what the heck were you drinking?

Latrodectus · 1 February 2009, 01:54 PM

Congratulations, keep it up

GradyPhilpott · 1 February 2009, 03:27 PM

I really have no regrets when it comes to how I've lived my life.

My worst errors in judgement have led to some of the most exhilarating times in my life.

It does give me pause to think just how many nice things I could have financed with the money I spent on booze and cigarettes before I came to my senses and gave them both up.

C'est la vie.

JJ Irani · 1 February 2009, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harvey

ahmed judging by all 5 threads on the same subject i still think youre drinking lol

JJ Irani · 1 February 2009, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nica64

Congratulations Ahmed you made a nice decision for yourself, but $500.00 a month what the heck were you drinking?

I was wondering the same thing - must have been some real GOOD stuff!!

Trurolexer · 1 February 2009, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harvey

ahmed judging by all 5 threads on the same subject i still think youre drinking lol

He stop drinking only when he fly...

Yume-sama · 1 February 2009, 03:32 PM

At first I thought you must be some alcoholic, but then I remembered it's possible you just buy really nice Vodka or wine / champagne.

In any case, congrats on choosing a healthier (maybe?) addiction!

vegaseddie · 1 February 2009, 03:36 PM

Good for you. Better health. Save some money. And a new Rolex! Sounds like a win, win, win situation to me!

Gasoil4ever · 1 February 2009, 09:48 PM

Congrats !

I stopped smoking and else for my ROlex.

Its always a good choice.

I suggest you read "Easy way to stop smoking" by Alen Carr, it helped me a lot, so did it for my girl friend and 2 other friends who quitted last year !

Congrats !!!

1 February 2009, 01:03 AM	#1
Rolex Lover Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Ahmed Keraidy Location: Cairo,Egypt Watch: Submariner 16610 M Posts: 816	Good reason to quit drinking!!!! Three months ago I quit drinking alcoholic drinks. I lived and worked in Nigeria for almost three years, where I used to drink so much every night. I put a target infront of me to quit drinking which is saving almost US $ 500 per month at least. This means US$ 6,000 annually. Now, I will be able to buy a new ROLEX amost every year and my eagerness to be a ROLEX collector saved my health. Is it a good idea and reason to quit drinking??????? Thanks, Ahmed

1 February 2009, 01:18 AM	#3
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1 February 2009, 01:18 AM	#4
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	I was saving the same amount of money because i quit cigarettes, drinks and coffee and that's how i managed to buy my GMT II C. Most of the people don't/didn't believe me but finally there is somebody else that is going to do the same thing __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

1 February 2009, 01:21 AM	#6
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,437	ahmed judging by all 5 threads on the same subject i still think youre drinking lol __________________ And ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.

1 February 2009, 01:25 AM	#10
G.J "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 2,094	I quit smoking 6 years ago, from the money I saved I bought me a couple of nice watches.. __________________ In Memory of JJ Irani

1 February 2009, 01:13 AM	#2
ijen0311 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jen Location: Jax, FL Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 3,977	$500/mo? WOW! I think it's a great plan

1 February 2009, 01:20 AM	#5
Idle Swede Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Leo Location: Boca Raton Posts: 13,820	Alcohol must be expensive in Nigeria..

1 February 2009, 01:22 AM	#8
Rolex Lover Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Ahmed Keraidy Location: Cairo,Egypt Watch: Submariner 16610 M Posts: 816	Everything is expensive in Nigeria. HAHAHAHAHAHA

1 February 2009, 01:28 AM	#11
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Heartfelt congratulations Ahmed!!! Do you realize you can get a new Rolex every year now!!! WooHoo!!! __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

1 February 2009, 01:29 AM	#12
Idle Swede Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Leo Location: Boca Raton Posts: 13,820	Ahmed, let me see if I got this right? For the past three years you've been flying your airplane drunk or did you stop flying when in Nigeria?

1 February 2009, 02:40 AM	#16
Whiskey Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Toronto, Canada Watch: Deepsea Posts: 521	I have a friend who smokes a lot. I've known him since university. I was over at his place a couple months ago and I must have accompanied him outside for a smoke at least 6 time in one evening. I figure he spends something like $160 a month on a carton of smokes. He's questioned me a number of times about why would I buy a Rolex. I return the favour by telling him how much money he's wasted in the past 20 years buying cigarettes. That usually ends the coversation. Problem is, a couple months later, the same conversation comes up. Seems smoking is more acceptable than Rolex ownership.

1 February 2009, 10:50 AM	#20
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,533	Mate, I tried giving up sex, smoking and drinking - trust me when I tell you it was the worst 15 minutes of my life. I admire you for giving it a go. __________________ E

1 February 2009, 11:12 AM	#21
onkyo Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Pav Location: Manhattan Posts: 11,495	$500 per month may not be a large amount of alcohol. For example, if you like to drink nice wine.... a bottle may cost $40 (or more)... If you drink 2 glasses a day that is $20 per day. And multiply that by 30 days.... then you have $600 per month. A couple of drinks per day for a man is actually a healthy thing to do ....

1 February 2009, 12:13 PM	#22
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Congratulations Ahmed you made a nice decision for yourself, but $500.00 a month what the heck were you drinking? __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

1 February 2009, 01:54 PM	#23
Latrodectus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,043	Congratulations, keep it up __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

1 February 2009, 03:27 PM	#24
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	I really have no regrets when it comes to how I've lived my life. My worst errors in judgement have led to some of the most exhilarating times in my life. It does give me pause to think just how many nice things I could have financed with the money I spent on booze and cigarettes before I came to my senses and gave them both up. C'est la vie.

1 February 2009, 03:32 PM	#28
Yume-sama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: CAN / SIN Watch: Plat. Masterpiece Posts: 1,959	At first I thought you must be some alcoholic, but then I remembered it's possible you just buy really nice Vodka or wine / champagne. In any case, congrats on choosing a healthier (maybe?) addiction!

1 February 2009, 03:36 PM	#29
vegaseddie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Eddie Location: Las Vegas Posts: 186	Good for you. Better health. Save some money. And a new Rolex! Sounds like a win, win, win situation to me! __________________ "There are only two types of people in this world, those who like Neil Diamond and those who don't". Bob Wiley 16030A, 16013, 116520

1 February 2009, 09:48 PM	#30
Gasoil4ever "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cameroun Watch: GS Snowflake Posts: 1,534	Congrats ! I stopped smoking and else for my ROlex. Its always a good choice. I suggest you read "Easy way to stop smoking" by Alen Carr, it helped me a lot, so did it for my girl friend and 2 other friends who quitted last year ! Congrats !!! __________________ 16710 GMT Master II "M" , SD4000, GS Snowflake, Stowa Marine Original.

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