Bahama trip which rolex?

[Nads786]

I’ve never been to the Caribbean, and had no idea it was considered dangerous.

Out of curiosity - what does this group think about Hawaii?


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[DG123]

Originally Posted by Colorado1492

Heading to Nassau, Bahamas in January 2024 should I be scared on wearing a rolex? Which one should I wear? Daydate 40 rose gold olive or gmtii pepsi meteorite dial. Any ideas?

If you can financially afford it, don't bring a watch and buy a new Rolex from a Nassau, Bahamas dealer.

[inadeje]

It depends on if you’re staying 24/7 at a resort or heading into the Bahamian towns and local scene. For the prior take as many watches as you wish. For the latter I’d where a casio or seiko/swatch or nothing at all.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by chris242

Obvious reasons?


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See post directly above.

Kat


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[ltmgeller]

Make sure they're insured and enjoy

[Subfiend]

I go to the Bahamas 3-4 each year for work. I normally wear a nondescript Omega in places like Freeport, but I wear a Sub, SD or DJ when I am in the out islands. Of yours, I would wear either, but yellow gold definitely draws more attention.

[Colorado1492]

Would love to find me a nice oysterflex daytona in nassau. I will report back what they have in stock what i go

[m3tek44]

Pepsi it is....

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[RichardBartlett]

I'm loving these humble brags about going on vacation.. Can't wait till my next world cruise to ask "if it's safe to wear my" about every country we are visiting ...etc ..

[chris242]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

See post directly above.

Kat


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Been all over Nassau at all hours of the day/night and never once felt uncomfortable or had a problem wearing my watches. Rolex everywhere you look


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[chris242]

I’d be more uncomfortable leaving a watch in a hotel safe if traveling with multiple. But that goes for all over the world.


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[Hems]

Both watches are good for it but my choice would be the GMT.

[sampelligrino]

Originally Posted by fsprow

Personally I wear a nice watch everywhere. Was in Afghanistan last week. My belief re those concerned is that if you’re fearful of watch theft, don’t go there yourself or take your family. Easy!

Woah! What brought you there if I may ask

[BriansRolex]

Originally Posted by Colorado1492

Would love to find me a nice oysterflex daytona in nassau. I will report back what they have in stock what i go

They have nothing in stock at any of the 3 ADs in Nassau

[chris242]

Originally Posted by BriansRolex

They have nothing in stock at any of the 3 ADs in Nassau

Safes are well stocked, just




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[BriansRolex]

Originally Posted by chris242

Safes are well stocked, just




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No they aren't but good for you believing that

[chris242]

They def are!


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[BriansRolex]

Originally Posted by chris242

They def are!


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They absolutely are not

[Commander C.]

Originally Posted by Nads786

I’ve never been to the Caribbean, and had no idea it was considered dangerous.

Out of curiosity - what does this group think about Hawaii?


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Technically, the Bahamas are not in the Caribbean; they are in the Atlantic. Generally, though, people tend to refer to the group of islands south of the U.S., east of Mexico, and north of South America as "the Caribbean." I've been all over the Caribbean, and yes, I consider most of the Caribbean to be less than safe, at least if you venture outside of your resort. I've actually been robbed in the Dominican Republic, where a group of gendarmes blocked our road with military vehicles and took our cash. This was on a surf trip with my brother and nephew, so we were not holed up somewhere safe. As for Hawaii, it doesn't feel any more or less dangerous than anywhere else in the U.S. -- although I was also robbed there when someone broke into my rental car and stole my camera equipment. That was back in 1980, though.

[Rmoor]

Originally Posted by BriansRolex

They absolutely are not

Oh yes they are I know from experience lol

[BriansRolex]

Originally Posted by Rmoor

Oh yes they are I know from experience lol

[Nads786]

Originally Posted by Commander C.

Technically, the Bahamas are not in the Caribbean; they are in the Atlantic. Generally, though, people tend to refer to the group of islands south of the U.S., east of Mexico, and north of South America as "the Caribbean." I've been all over the Caribbean, and yes, I consider most of the Caribbean to be less than safe, at least if you venture outside of your resort. I've actually been robbed in the Dominican Republic, where a group of gendarmes blocked our road with military vehicles and took our cash. This was on a surf trip with my brother and nephew, so we were not holed up somewhere safe. As for Hawaii, it doesn't feel any more or less dangerous than anywhere else in the U.S. -- although I was also robbed there when someone broke into my rental car and stole my camera equipment. That was back in 1980, though.

Good insights. I was in Hawaii a few years back and agree it felt like the US.

[ons2101]

Originally Posted by Nads786

Good insights. I was in Hawaii a few years back and agree it felt like the US.

because it IS the US?

[piratfisk]

Originally Posted by S’portEye

It’s a calculated risk to wear any nice watch over there. Your overall risk is probably low, but definitely increased whenever you wear a expensive piece of jewelry like the two watches you’re considering. Is the increased risk worth it to me?? No.

However, I’m not you, and you can make your own decisions. Enjoy your trip, and post some pics.

This is sound advice.

We recently sailed to Spanish Wells (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spanish_Wells) from Connecticut. I wore a Glycine GL0076 that I've had for ages on a NATO. Does everything that a Sub Date does, but if something happens to it, it won't ruin my vacation.

Personally, I don't understand taking two watches on vacation. You can only wear one at a time, so your other will be "safely" locked in a hotel room safe, but you'll always worry about it in your mind. Get a G-Shock. Be mindful that while wearing a WG GMT around the States may be considered a "flex" or a "statement piece," it is more concentrated wealth that many native Bahamians may see in their lifetimes. An opportunistic thief may have much less to lose than you.

[2loaded]

Originally Posted by Rmoor

Oh yes they are I know from experience lol

Same here. Bay St. Picked up a nice combo for our anniversary.

[spellmanski]

how about a Tudor?

[chris242]

Originally Posted by Rmoor

Oh yes they are I know from experience lol

Same same;)


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