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26 April 2024, 04:36 AM
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2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member
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Real Name: A-Aron
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Grandma to Granddaughter.
My Mom has been gone over 24 years (I was 28 when she passed). My oldest daughter was the only one of my four kids she got to hold. Well …. Fast forward. That same daughter is getting married at the end of August. I’ve been holding her grandmas watch all this time unbeknownst to her. I think I’m going to have it serviced and reconditioned and give it to her for the wedding. Hopefully she will want to wear it at the ceremony or during some of the bridal pics. I’m excited to give it to her. Still miss you mom. Sorry for the sappy post, I got emotional getting this watch out for the first time in decades.
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26 April 2024, 04:38 AM
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This is what it's all about. Great post. Thanks for sharing
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26 April 2024, 04:40 AM
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26 April 2024, 04:42 AM
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The bonds these baubles create that transcends generations. That’s what really matters. Not the superficial sh!t.
Thank you for the read OP. Congratulations to your daughter. |
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26 April 2024, 04:49 AM
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So very sweet, love this sentimental gift OP
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26 April 2024, 04:51 AM
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It'll be so special.
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26 April 2024, 04:56 AM
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Real Name: Bob
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A great gift & it will mean the world to you & your daughter
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26 April 2024, 05:05 AM
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Wonderful post, thanks for sharing.
All the best to you and your family.
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26 April 2024, 05:46 AM
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Great post thanks for sharing. If she does wear it update us. It would be great to see a picture of the special day :)
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26 April 2024, 06:05 AM
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Lovely post! Beautiful watch and I hope it brings your daughter lots of luck in her marriage :)
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26 April 2024, 06:10 AM
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Real Name: Mike
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Very beautiful and special gift
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26 April 2024, 06:10 AM
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I've heard Rolliworks could do a good job reconditioning it. It would likely need a service too if you'd like it to be functional but it may serve just as well to have it cleaned up and look nice if it's still running
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26 April 2024, 06:11 AM
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Awesome post, what this hobby is all about!
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26 April 2024, 06:21 AM
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Wow. So nice.
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26 April 2024, 06:24 AM
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Love it.
I would get it serviced, and do so right away. August is not that far off. It would be tragic for that to be held up in a shop when the day comes. |
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26 April 2024, 06:39 AM
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Joyous occasion all around...wedding...passing down an heirloom. Cheers to your family and to the watch being passed down to your future granddaughter.
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26 April 2024, 06:50 AM
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Real Name: Mike
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What a great post. I'm sure your daughter will cherish your Mom's watch!
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26 April 2024, 06:52 AM
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Beautiful story, and I’m sure your daughter will cherish that watch on her wedding day and beyond.
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26 April 2024, 07:10 AM
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Great story! Beautiful Rolex!
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26 April 2024, 07:18 AM
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That's very sweet - best wishes to you and your family
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26 April 2024, 07:40 AM
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26 April 2024, 07:51 AM
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What a nice story. Thanks for sharing.
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26 April 2024, 07:58 AM
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What a great post, thanks for sharing
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26 April 2024, 08:46 AM
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Wonderful story and fantastic family event for passing a sentimental heirloom. Best wishes and congrats on the upcoming nuptials.
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26 April 2024, 09:49 AM
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Real Name: Randy
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Now that's full circle, and congrats to all of you all the way around. Remember, you never actually own a Rolex. You merely look after it for the next generation.
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26 April 2024, 09:51 AM
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Real Name: Brian (TBone)
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Congratulations to your daughter and your family
 Your mom would be so proud. |
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26 April 2024, 09:56 AM
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2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member
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It’s been a long time since the last time I saw a post so meaningful. This is what a Rolex is for. Are you going to be able to keep it together when you see your daughter wearing this? Congratulations.
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26 April 2024, 10:22 AM
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2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member
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To answer your specific question. I’m a softy. I won’t be able to keep it together regardless of what she is wearing. ☺️ |
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26 April 2024, 11:13 AM
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A very sweet post. Well done, Dad.
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26 April 2024, 11:16 AM
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2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member
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Real Name: Kat
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What a wonderful idea. This made me tear up. I totally understand. It’s why I need to collect 5 New Rolexes. That way, I will have one to leave to each of my children.
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