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HL65 · 29 October 2010, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psv

You're going about this the wrong way, my friend.

Like everything else in life, if you have fulfilled your obligations, i.e. paid your bills, mortgage, the car is paid off, kids school/day care/extended day/extra activities, the vacation is saved and paid for, you have maxed out your ESPP if you have one, your maxing out your 401K contribution, you fulfilled the kids college savings requirements, there is enough to pay for the family vacation in cash, you have made sure that all the credit cards are paid off etc, etc, etc. Then, and only then, you may take the time to purchase a watch, even if better if it is a celebrate a life milestone IMO.

Well said!!!

Paracentesis · 29 October 2010, 09:45 AM

1. One Million Dollars
2. 2001
3. Rolex Sub.

Skullring · 29 October 2010, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TattooedGQ

I was letting people kick me in the nuts for nickles.
<4k
Stainless sub

I had that same job once.

tulsaokusa · 29 October 2010, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skullring

I had that same job once.

Did you ask for a raise?

johnbeth · 29 October 2010, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psv

You're going about this the wrong way, my friend.

Like everything else in life, if you have fulfilled your obligations, i.e. paid your bills, mortgage, the car is paid off, kids school/day care/extended day/extra activities, the vacation is saved and paid for, you have maxed out your ESPP if you have one, your maxing out your 401K contribution, you fulfilled the kids college savings requirements, there is enough to pay for the family vacation in cash, you have made sure that all the credit cards are paid off etc, etc, etc. Then, and only then, you may take the time to purchase a watch, even if better if it is a celebrate a life milestone IMO.

Well said! I am the same! Except for the kids part, don't have any !

John

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blackmsport · 29 October 2010, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paracentesis

1. One Million ZIMBAWE Dollars
2. 2001
3. Rolex Sub.

Fixed

turbodiver · 29 October 2010, 10:59 AM

Cheapbrass, seeing that you are from Chicago, you may realize that "we don't need no stinkin salary".
If everyone on TRF sells their Rolex and donates the proceeds to a fund, we can then purchase G-Shock watches so nobody in the U.S.has to go without a timepiece.

ctc1010 · 29 October 2010, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psv

You're going about this the wrong way, my friend.

Like everything else in life, if you have fulfilled your obligations, i.e. paid your bills, mortgage, the car is paid off, kids school/day care/extended day/extra activities, the vacation is saved and paid for, you have maxed out your ESPP if you have one, your maxing out your 401K contribution, you fulfilled the kids college savings requirements, there is enough to pay for the family vacation in cash, you have made sure that all the credit cards are paid off etc, etc, etc. Then, and only then, you may take the time to purchase a watch, even if better if it is a celebrate a life milestone IMO.

This. It's not how much you make, it's how much you can afford, AFTER you've met all of your obligations.

Tools · 29 October 2010, 12:36 PM

Since this isn't really a Rolex discussion thread, it's being moved to general discussion

DarkHorse · 29 October 2010, 01:06 PM

Are you a lawyer acting for my ex wife?

(actually I don't have an ex wife - but I'm still not telling!)

scarhead · 29 October 2010, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TattooedGQ

I was letting people kick me in the nuts for nickles.
<4k
Stainless sub

This is by far one of the funniest things I've read. Just to clarify, I'm talking about the first line

btw, I think I got your job when you left

sea-dweller · 29 October 2010, 01:13 PM

I like that !

Quote:

Originally Posted by pz93c

Save your pennies until you are comfortable.

Shop long and hard, find a deal that makes you comfortable.

With discipline, it can be done on any salary.

blama215 · 29 October 2010, 02:12 PM

1) middle class
2) October 2010
3) Sub C $7375 out the door

Z06 · 29 October 2010, 02:27 PM

1) What my Company pays me
2) Looking now...I can't believe I am on this site daily now (been a lurker for 4 years!...BTW...Official Hi! to everyone

3) Planning about 8k (want 116713 tt...BAD!)

GradyPhilpott · 29 October 2010, 04:20 PM

1. $00.00
2. 2010
3. $6,000

Puffy · 29 October 2010, 07:03 PM

1. Not enough
2. 10 days ago
3. YM

klcc88 · 29 October 2010, 08:37 PM

1. :-) a laugh
2. PAM 264 (2months ago) and 2010 Lady Datejust 31 178341 (Yesterday) for Wife
3. PAM 13K, Datejust 13K

Rotorhead · 30 October 2010, 12:05 AM

Work? What's that? I'll have to "Google" that term!

prc117f · 30 October 2010, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cheapbrass

Having a hard time deciding if i should buy another Rolex. somewhat feel guilty about spending so much on a watch.

So to make me feel less guilty, I have a general question to the TRF members:

1) Approx. how much salary did you make when u bought ur most recent Rolex.
2) When did you purchase ur last Rolex.
2) What model Rolex and how much did it cost?

Why feel guilty? You worked for your money, you earned it and you are free to spend it as you wish.

Welshwatchman · 30 October 2010, 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cheapbrass

Having a hard time deciding if i should buy another Rolex. somewhat feel guilty about spending so much on a watch.

So to make me feel less guilty, I have a general question to the TRF members:

1) Approx. how much salary did you make when u bought ur most recent Rolex.
2) When did you purchase ur last Rolex.
2) What model Rolex and how much did it cost?

At least it's not a bad as the "Who's a millionaire on TRF?" thread.

That one went a little awry but pulled in a couple of showy sorts on the way down.

KirkWilfred · 30 October 2010, 03:51 AM

1. A lot (Even though I can afford many Rolex's, that doesn't mean I have to. Wealth with constraint lasts a lifetime.)
2. Four years ago
3. $4,000

figbo · 30 October 2010, 04:35 AM

1-Welfare check of 700 a month.
2-3 years ago.
3-Can't remember,bluesy sub.

Sunshine · 30 October 2010, 04:41 PM

33.00 to 45.00 an Hr. "I only work 2hr a year"
July 2010
Sub 14060M

And it was for my BF not me...

BarkMaster · 30 October 2010, 11:25 PM

More than I need: less than I want
18078 in 2009
$7k (a bit more than market, but it was mint and 100% original with a tight band from a local brick & mortar jeweler and was BARKED!!)

gimpex · 30 October 2010, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarkMaster

More than I need: less than I want
18078 in 2009
$7k (a bit more than market, but it was mint and 100% original with a tight band from a local brick & mortar jeweler and was BARKED!!)

My first reaction was ... what the hell is "Barked" and why would it increase value ??

But looking at your signature pic I think I have worked it out.... or I am on a totally wrong track

BarkMaster · 30 October 2010, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gimpex

My first reaction was ... what the hell is "Barked" and why would it increase value ??

But looking at your signature pic I think I have worked it out.... or I am on a totally wrong track

It's the etching in the metal into a faux "tree bark" finish. Rolex offered it and some other finishes for varying lengths of time, but it was not very popular and resale sucked.

It's not for most folks, but I fell in love with the finish as soon as I saw it.

Lion · 31 October 2010, 12:49 AM

I guess i'll play but what is the significance of the motives behind this thread!!!
1. 0.00
2. February 2009
3. Sub 14060m- $4100.00(BNIB)from an AD.....

figbo · 31 October 2010, 12:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gimpex

My first reaction was ... what the hell is "Barked" and why would it increase value ??

But looking at your signature pic I think I have worked it out.... or I am on a totally wrong track

See my signature!!

BarkMaster · 31 October 2010, 01:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by figbo

See my signature!!

I was going to say something, but thought better of it.

figbo · 31 October 2010, 01:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarkMaster

I was going to say something, but thought better of it.

Bring it on doggy bark,bring it on!

29 October 2010, 12:36 PM	#39
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,180	Since this isn't really a Rolex discussion thread, it's being moved to general discussion __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

29 October 2010, 01:06 PM	#40
DarkHorse "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Dave Location: Sydney Watch: 118239 Posts: 413	Are you a lawyer acting for my ex wife? (actually I don't have an ex wife - but I'm still not telling!) __________________ The world is safe again... but for how long? Current: TAG Heuer 2000 Classic, Kobold Phantom Tactical Chronograph, Rolex Submariner 16610, Breitling Superocean Heritage Chronograph A13320 (Crowe Edition), Rolex Day-Date 118239

29 October 2010, 04:20 PM	#45
GradyPhilpott 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 34,358	1. $00.00 2. 2010 3. $6,000 __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

29 October 2010, 07:03 PM	#46
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	1. Not enough 2. 10 days ago 3. YM __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

30 October 2010, 03:51 AM	#51
KirkWilfred "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Brian Location: West Hartford, CT Watch: 116710LN Posts: 1,224	1. A lot (Even though I can afford many Rolex's, that doesn't mean I have to. Wealth with constraint lasts a lifetime.) 2. Four years ago 3. $4,000 __________________ “Time is an illusion.” – Albert Einstein

29 October 2010, 09:45 AM	#32
Paracentesis Banned Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: James Location: UK Watch: Tissot Posts: 1,454	1. One Million Dollars 2. 2001 3. Rolex Sub.

29 October 2010, 10:59 AM	#37
turbodiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Cary Location: South Florida Posts: 129	Cheapbrass, seeing that you are from Chicago, you may realize that "we don't need no stinkin salary". If everyone on TRF sells their Rolex and donates the proceeds to a fund, we can then purchase G-Shock watches so nobody in the U.S.has to go without a timepiece.

29 October 2010, 02:12 PM	#43
blama215 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: US Watch: SUB C 116610LN Posts: 353	1) middle class 2) October 2010 3) Sub C $7375 out the door

29 October 2010, 02:27 PM	#44
Z06 Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: John Location: Within24,901fromU Watch: 116713 - V Posts: 220	1) What my Company pays me 2) Looking now...I can't believe I am on this site daily now (been a lurker for 4 years!...BTW...Official Hi! to everyone 3) Planning about 8k (want 116713 tt...BAD!)

29 October 2010, 08:37 PM	#47
klcc88 Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Brampton Watch: Panerai PAM 268 Posts: 31	1. :-) a laugh 2. PAM 264 (2months ago) and 2010 Lady Datejust 31 178341 (Yesterday) for Wife 3. PAM 13K, Datejust 13K

30 October 2010, 12:05 AM	#48
Rotorhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Paul Location: upstate NY Watch: 16610LV Posts: 117	Work? What's that? I'll have to "Google" that term!

30 October 2010, 04:35 AM	#52
figbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: El Raf-O Location: florida Watch: tt GMT2c,Omega Posts: 19,687	1-Welfare check of 700 a month. 2-3 years ago. 3-Can't remember,bluesy sub. __________________ member # 9862 Best bartender in the world!! Last of the Bastid Tossers p club member #9

30 October 2010, 04:41 PM	#53
Sunshine "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: James Location: Republic of Domin Watch: 116400GV Posts: 733	33.00 to 45.00 an Hr. "I only work 2hr a year" July 2010 Sub 14060M And it was for my BF not me... __________________ 116400GV, 116400 White dial, 116710, 16600 & 1680

30 October 2010, 11:25 PM	#54
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	More than I need: less than I want 18078 in 2009 $7k (a bit more than market, but it was mint and 100% original with a tight band from a local brick & mortar jeweler and was BARKED!!) __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

31 October 2010, 12:49 AM	#57
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	I guess i'll play but what is the significance of the motives behind this thread!!! 1. 0.00 2. February 2009 3. Sub 14060m- $4100.00(BNIB)from an AD..... __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

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