Rolex withdrawal syndrome?

[rlx123]

I was on vacation with family in Europe and brought only my G-Shock at my wife’s insistence. It was 2 weeks long and I started to miss not having my Rolex on my wrist. I miss the heft feeling. Almost like withdrawal symptoms. Why didn’t i wear my Rolex……?

Last year we were in Europe and I had my Hulk with me. Needless to say the watch attracted attention of some locals. Two men followed us around and proceeded to sit next to me at a food stall. They started asking questions like where I am from, how long I am staying, and what hotel. They never order any food.


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[Andad]

Nice to see you are still around.

[996marty]

Your wife clearly had the right idea

[padi56]

Well in over 50 years of wearing Rolex watches world wide you could count on one hand the number that have made any comment on the watch I was wearing.

[Krash]

I’m in Prague right now. It’s stunning. I took a tour around eastern Europe. I’m wearing my GMT BLNR. But I’m going through a withdrawal. I can’t wait to get back home.


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[milgauss2232]

Originally Posted by rlx123

I was on vacation with family in Europe and brought only my G-Shock at my wife’s insistence. It was 2 weeks long and I started to miss not having my Rolex on my wrist. I miss the heft feeling. Almost like withdrawal symptoms. Why didn’t i wear my Rolex……?

Last year we were in Europe and I had my Hulk with me. Needless to say the watch attracted attention of some locals. Two men followed us around and proceeded to sit next to me at a food stall. They started asking questions like where I am from, how long I am staying, and what hotel. They never order any food.


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Interesting, so did they just fade away or you managed to shake them off?

[rlx123]

Originally Posted by milgauss2232

Interesting, so did they just fade away or you managed to shake them off?

I stopped talking to them and they got up and left. All this time they did not order anything. Waiter was not happy.


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[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Krash

I’m in Prague right now. It’s stunning. I took a tour around eastern Europe. I’m wearing my GMT BLNR. But I’m going through a withdrawal. I can’t wait to get back home.


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Enjoy! Prague is absolutely beautiful Perfect watch for it too

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well in over 50 years of wearing Rolex watches world wide you could count on one hand the number that have made any comment on the watch I was wearing.

I have to agree Peter.

Maybe people notice and just don’t comment I suppose.

[Old Expat Beast]

G-Shocks are great for travel. With day/date display, 31 timezones, 200m WR, zero attraction for thieves, built like tanks (drop 'em on the tile floor all day long), and some with altimeter, barometer and compass if you're really 'exploring', what's not to like?

[mpkRolex]

Originally Posted by rlx123

I was on vacation with family in Europe and brought only my G-Shock at my wife’s insistence. It was 2 weeks long and I started to miss not having my Rolex on my wrist. I miss the heft feeling. Almost like withdrawal symptoms. Why didn’t i wear my Rolex……?

Last year we were in Europe and I had my Hulk with me. Needless to say the watch attracted attention of some locals. Two men followed us around and proceeded to sit next to me at a food stall. They started asking questions like where I am from, how long I am staying, and what hotel. They never order any food.


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Where was this. I have never been to Europe but hearing a lot about watch mugging there. I never have a second thought on wearing one in the US of course not everywhere but generally. I will soon be traveling so need to buy an Apple Watch or a Casio


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[jamesbondOO7]

I would not know how to deal with having to not wear a Rolex. It has not happened to me in 40 years.

[Yobber76]

"And I think to myself......What a Wonderful World!!!!

[enjoythemusic]

Singapore is sensational and very safe PLUS has world-class timepiece speciality stores. If you love wearing your timepiece, find destinations where there are no worries.

[Calatrava r]

More notice a nice watch now than ever in the past. Quiet admiration is hopefully all most of it is.

[JRell]

When I go I vacation I am taking my BLNR. I have insurance and a variety of Kung Fu style.

[Brich436]

My go to for international travel is my Explorer 1 or Tudor BB58 depending on risk / where I’m going.

In CONUS I wear whatever I want but use my head and am aware of my surroundings.


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[davek35]

I took a fall in mid May and sustained an injury that has kept me from accessing my nice watches (and guitars). Hopefully, in a few weeks, I'll be able to access these things. I'll keep wearing Casio watches for now.

Withdraws? Yes.

[davek35]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

More notice a nice watch now than ever in the past. ....

Just being a male with a bracelet/watch on in today's world gets noticed. You are the odd guy out. If you wear a watch where I live it's usually a smart watch on a strap.

[rlx123]

Originally Posted by mpkRolex

Where was this. I have never been to Europe but hearing a lot about watch mugging there. I never have a second thought on wearing one in the US of course not everywhere but generally. I will soon be traveling so need to buy an Apple Watch or a Casio


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Barcelona


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[alphadweller]

Originally Posted by rlx123

Barcelona

🤣 say no more

[speedracer5.0]

I left my Submariner home for 2 weeks while vacationing in the Philippines. I wore my Apple Watch, it wasn’t the same…

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by davek35

I took a fall in mid May and sustained an injury that has kept me from accessing my nice watches (and guitars). Hopefully, in a few weeks, I'll be able to access these things. I'll keep wearing Casio watches for now.

Withdraws? Yes.

I hope you are on the mend.

Kat


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[Meyrin]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

G-Shocks are great for travel. With day/date display, 31 timezones, 200m WR, zero attraction for thieves, built like tanks (drop 'em on the tile floor all day long), and some with altimeter, barometer and compass if you're really 'exploring', what's not to like?

Absolutely! 100% That´s why I bought one a couple of years ago, the solar/radio 5610U. I wear it when I go out in summer...nobody steals a G-Shock!

[davek35]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

I hope you are on the mend.

Kat

I just noticed I said mid May. I meant mid March!

Jones fracture in my left foot. Slow to heal... that's the really short story. Just takes time. I officially retired a couple of weeks ago, so I have time :)

Thanks for your comment!

[garyk]

Originally Posted by padi56

Well in over 50 years of wearing Rolex watches world wide you could count on one hand the number that have made any comment on the watch I was wearing.

Maybe its your arm??

[garyk]

Originally Posted by davek35

I took a fall in mid May and sustained an injury that has kept me from accessing my nice watches (and guitars). Hopefully, in a few weeks, I'll be able to access these things. I'll keep wearing Casio watches for now.

Withdraws? Yes.

So sorry! Broke my left hand in a fall February 1 and had to wear a casio on my right wrist for 8 weeks. Definitely felt the withdrawl!!!

Hope you heal fast!!

[Nads786]

I'm going back and forth on this topic for my Italy trip in September. I'm leaning towards bringing the BLNR.

[Robf52]

Going on a Baltic cruise next week; still undecided on what piece(s) to bring. I'm thinking probably Batgirl GMT and an old shitter for excursions.

[mpkRolex]

Originally Posted by JRell

When I go I vacation I am taking my BLNR. I have insurance and a variety of Kung Fu style.

I would like to see you whack those muggers


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