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rohada · 11 June 2023, 09:03 AM

...or at least parts of the UK with some heavy Roman influence. Took the 116200 to the UK (where it was safe, BTW) for 2 weeks. Here, I'm at the Roman Baths with the Roman dial 116200 on full jubilee (nod to the former queen) bracelet.

Popped into Mappin & Webb in Chester and, later, Harrod's in London among numerous stops. Different country, same story regarding availability. No surprise, of course. Phenomenal trip to see those things I've only seen in magazines and on TV. Crazy good weather, no rain and temps in the mid to upper 60's for our swing through England, Wales, and Scotland. I overpacked for what I thought would be less than desirable weather.

This can't be overstated. Some of the most beautiful countryside I've ever seen anywhere at any time. Idyllic. Truly amazing.

alex.cicollo · 11 June 2023, 09:36 AM

So glad you enjoyed your visit. Beautiful picture.

JoseR · 11 June 2023, 09:52 AM

Sounds like a great trip.

fskywalker · 11 June 2023, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rohada

...or at least parts of the UK with some heavy Roman influence. Took the 116200 to the UK (where it was safe, BTW) for 2 weeks. Here, I'm at the Roman Baths with the Roman dial 116200 on full jubilee (nod to the former queen) bracelet.

Popped into Mappin & Webb in Chester and, later, Harrod's in London among numerous stops. Different country, same story regarding availability. No surprise, of course. Phenomenal trip to see those things I've only seen in magazines and on TV. Crazy good weather, no rain and temps in the mid to upper 60's for our swing through England, Wales, and Scotland. I overpacked for what I thought would be less than desirable weather.

This can't be overstated. Some of the most beautiful countryside I've ever seen anywhere at any time. Idyllic. Truly amazing.

Nice shot and watch!

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Bazil · 11 June 2023, 05:00 PM

Great watch shot …

ratty · 11 June 2023, 05:09 PM

I’m pleased that you enjoyed your visit here, it’s not too back is it!

LA_LEC · 11 June 2023, 07:36 PM

Great pic...enjoy!

brandrea · 11 June 2023, 08:47 PM

Rolex1982 · 11 June 2023, 09:00 PM

A beautifull watch in a beautifull country.
The UK is loaded with history and tradition. Great country to visit. It has been a while since i was there.

Snaponmyrolex · 11 June 2023, 09:29 PM

Glad too hear your enjoying your time in our United Kingdom

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Old Expat Beast · 11 June 2023, 09:38 PM

Nice pic. I grew up in a former small Roman village not too far from the city of Bath (ending in -chester like many former Roman villages, towns and cities).

1William · 11 June 2023, 11:49 PM

Nice picture.

buckspooker · 12 June 2023, 12:14 AM

Snowballs · 12 June 2023, 01:13 AM

Sounds like a great trip!

alphadweller · 13 June 2023, 03:48 AM

Nice piece!

Yeah, I really enjoyed my time living in Southwest London. Loved the South Coast, Cornwall, Bath, Wales. The North has a lot of charm too. So many beautiful places all over. Great countryside. I find the UK very underrated.

Guppydriver · 13 June 2023, 04:07 AM

My money is on that shortly after this post, the OP was dragged into an alley, beaten to pulp, robbed of his timepiece, then thrown into a bathtub where his kidney was promptly removed and sold to the same black market dealer that bought the Rolex.

Clearly he didn't heed the advice of the "Is it safe" admonishments on TRF.

Wishing you a speedy recovery @rohahda

Chewbacca · 13 June 2023, 04:11 AM

Thanks for not sharing some of the most idyllic beautiful countryside you’ve ever seen anywhere at any time, and instead, a Datejust.

Robf52 · 13 June 2023, 04:27 AM

Was in London for the 1st time the week before the coronation; the watch boutiques in Harrod's were amazing. Was offered the Tudor Harrods green BB58; declined due to negative exchange rate (25%) and didn't need another diver.

Calatrava r · 13 June 2023, 05:54 AM

Thanks for sharing.

rohada · 13 June 2023, 05:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guppydriver

My money is on that shortly after this post, the OP was dragged into an alley, beaten to pulp, robbed of his timepiece, then thrown into a bathtub where his kidney was promptly removed and sold to the same black market dealer that bought the Rolex.

Fortunately, I posted once I got back home, so I lived to tell the tale. Too busy sightseeing and didn't even bring a laptop.

rohada · 13 June 2023, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Thanks for not sharing some of the most idyllic beautiful countryside you’ve ever seen anywhere at any time, and instead, a Datejust.

Too many pictures and even they can't do it justice, especially on Snowdon. Just a great trip all the way around. Also, I don't use Tapatalk, so loading pix can be a pain for proper sizing. First world problems. Also, as I've come to find out on the forum regarding your immense wealth, you probably have a residence or three on Snowdon, so I wouldn't be telling you anything you didn't already know.

Chewbacca · 13 June 2023, 06:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rohada

Too many pictures and even they can't do it justice, especially on Snowdon. Just a great trip all the way around. Also, I don't use Tapatalk, so loading pix can be a pain for proper sizing. First world problems. Also, as I've come to find out on the forum regarding your immense wealth, you probably have a residence or three on Snowdon, so I wouldn't be telling you anything you didn't already know.

I can believe it. Glad you went and had fun and have all your organs.

rohada · 13 June 2023, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Glad you have all your organs.

Honestly, I didn't think I would need to be thankful for that, but now I am.

Little machines · 13 June 2023, 07:03 AM

Beautiful town ! nice photo!

figb · 13 June 2023, 07:06 AM

Seems like you had a great visit. Nice!

biza · 13 June 2023, 07:47 AM

Nice picture OP

justdate · 13 June 2023, 09:28 AM

Pleased to hear you had a good trip here. Great watch for it - the datejust is my favourite travel/vacation watch as it can do both casual and smart.

ltmgeller · 13 June 2023, 11:58 AM

11 June 2023, 09:03 AM	#1
rohada "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: NC Posts: 411	When in Rome... ...or at least parts of the UK with some heavy Roman influence. Took the 116200 to the UK (where it was safe, BTW) for 2 weeks. Here, I'm at the Roman Baths with the Roman dial 116200 on full jubilee (nod to the former queen) bracelet. Popped into Mappin & Webb in Chester and, later, Harrod's in London among numerous stops. Different country, same story regarding availability. No surprise, of course. Phenomenal trip to see those things I've only seen in magazines and on TV. Crazy good weather, no rain and temps in the mid to upper 60's for our swing through England, Wales, and Scotland. I overpacked for what I thought would be less than desirable weather. This can't be overstated. Some of the most beautiful countryside I've ever seen anywhere at any time. Idyllic. Truly amazing. Attached Images __________________ ♛Explorer II 16570 \| ♛Submariner 14060M \| ♛SDDS 116660 \| ♛GMT Master II 126710BLRO \| ♛Daytona 116503

11 June 2023, 09:52 AM	#3
JoseR "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Philly. Watch: Air King, Omega AT Posts: 2,274	Sounds like a great trip. __________________ Air King 116900 Omega AT41 Gray Dial/Leather Oris Pointer Date Roberto Clemente LE

11 June 2023, 05:00 PM	#5
Bazil 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2022 Real Name: Bazil Brush Location: Star Gazing Watch: Any Daytona Posts: 3,460	Great watch shot … __________________ *One day, it just stops ticking, so enjoy every second* If you have no enemies, you have no character. Taking a stand always creates opposition. Paul Newman *Being Serious = Onto the list you go*

11 June 2023, 07:36 PM	#7
LA_LEC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,793	Great pic...enjoy! __________________ 16610 ♛ 16610LV ♛ 214270 MK2 "Life is far too short not to wear a Rolex!"

11 June 2023, 09:38 PM	#11
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,826	Nice pic. I grew up in a former small Roman village not too far from the city of Bath (ending in -chester like many former Roman villages, towns and cities). __________________ _______________________

11 June 2023, 09:36 AM	#2
alex.cicollo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Alex Location: Europe Watch: A few Posts: 2,238	So glad you enjoyed your visit. Beautiful picture.

11 June 2023, 05:09 PM	#6
ratty "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Graham Location: UK Watch: Daytonas and Subs Posts: 2,810	I’m pleased that you enjoyed your visit here, it’s not too back is it!

11 June 2023, 08:47 PM	#8
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097

11 June 2023, 09:00 PM	#9
Rolex1982 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Ron the Stoic Location: Netherlands Watch: GMT Meteorite Posts: 1,358	A beautifull watch in a beautifull country. The UK is loaded with history and tradition. Great country to visit. It has been a while since i was there.

11 June 2023, 09:29 PM	#10
Snaponmyrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: UK Posts: 64	Glad too hear your enjoying your time in our United Kingdom Sent from my SM-G965F using Tapatalk

11 June 2023, 11:49 PM	#12
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	Nice picture.

12 June 2023, 12:14 AM	#13
buckspooker "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: Georgia Posts: 18

12 June 2023, 01:13 AM	#14
Snowballs "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: Global in 1C Watch: 1675 Posts: 454	Sounds like a great trip! __________________ 1675, 14060M, 16600, 16610, 16610LV, 16622, 16700LN, 116520

13 June 2023, 03:48 AM	#15
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 6,198	Nice piece! Yeah, I really enjoyed my time living in Southwest London. Loved the South Coast, Cornwall, Bath, Wales. The North has a lot of charm too. So many beautiful places all over. Great countryside. I find the UK very underrated.

13 June 2023, 04:07 AM	#16
Guppydriver 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: A-Aron Location: Utah Watch: 126710BLNR 226570 Posts: 2,226	My money is on that shortly after this post, the OP was dragged into an alley, beaten to pulp, robbed of his timepiece, then thrown into a bathtub where his kidney was promptly removed and sold to the same black market dealer that bought the Rolex. Clearly he didn't heed the advice of the "Is it safe" admonishments on TRF. Wishing you a speedy recovery @rohahda

13 June 2023, 04:11 AM	#17
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Thanks for not sharing some of the most idyllic beautiful countryside you’ve ever seen anywhere at any time, and instead, a Datejust.

13 June 2023, 04:27 AM	#18
Robf52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Sunshine State Watch: lots of Rolex Posts: 5,074	Was in London for the 1st time the week before the coronation; the watch boutiques in Harrod's were amazing. Was offered the Tudor Harrods green BB58; declined due to negative exchange rate (25%) and didn't need another diver. __________________ 126610LV//116508 Daytona YG Black/Champagne 116655 YM40 Everose Oysterflex//126622 YM40 Blue//126600 SD43 126710BLNR//126711CHNR 126334 DJ41 Rhodium/Diamonds//126331 DJ41 TT Wimbledon 124300 OP41 Green//126334 DJ41Mint Green

13 June 2023, 05:54 AM	#19
Calatrava r 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 11,420	Thanks for sharing.

13 June 2023, 07:03 AM	#24
Little machines "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: Joseph Location: USA Posts: 2,654	Beautiful town ! nice photo!

13 June 2023, 07:06 AM	#25
figb "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Usa Posts: 97	Seems like you had a great visit. Nice!

13 June 2023, 07:47 AM	#26
biza Banned Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: usa Posts: 244	Nice picture OP

13 June 2023, 09:28 AM	#27
justdate "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: RJ Location: UK Coast Watch: PP/AP/Rolex Posts: 1,359	Pleased to hear you had a good trip here. Great watch for it - the datejust is my favourite travel/vacation watch as it can do both casual and smart.

13 June 2023, 11:58 AM	#28
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,580	__________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

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