chris4
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Jul 27, 2022,12:38 PM
The irony of it all really is it has had exactly the opposite effect on me now, I used to love wearing my 002 for example when i went on holiday, no one recognised the value associated etc, was great. Now I feel they are hard to wear due to 1) the risk factor and 2 ) people knowing the values
Worked alot better when people used to think it was a flash G shock
I noted that even Ed Sheeran has now shunned the brand to an extent due to the high profile they now have, imagine there are many collectors/watch enthusiasts who are now in the same boat. Never mind I never see anyone on my dog walks so will enjoy them then ...and keep wearing my apple watch rest of the time
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Stolen Watch Returned Seven Minutes Later By Thief's Accomplice!
By: patrick_y : July 26th, 2022-20:10
Here's an interesting story that I found on today. Synopsis: Two Swiss Tourists in Naples were held up at gunpoint and a Richard Mille was stolen. Seven minutes later, an accomplice of the thief came back to return the watch and apologize. The main reas...
No not really
By: chris4 : July 27th, 2022-07:24
I have several RM's and i wear them becuase i like them , I dont wear them in public generally due to the fact I dont like to appear 'well off' actually. My watches are for me..so dont generalise , many are watch collectors due to liking the tech & watche...
By: chris4 : July 27th, 2022-12:38
The irony of it all really is it has had exactly the opposite effect on me now, I used to love wearing my 002 for example when i went on holiday, no one recognised the value associated etc, was great. Now I feel they are hard to wear due to 1) the risk fa...
I know exactly what you mean...
By: patrick_y : July 27th, 2022-16:19
My first watch I ever bought myself was a Patek Philippe. It was my daily wearer for almost ten years. Unfortunately, now Patek Philippe is mainstream and it's a risk to wear it nowadays. And now, it's not often on my wrist. But oh well.
Yes!
By: VintageAlex (aka AlexKontiki) : July 27th, 2022-14:56
I remember during the pandemic that the only thing I’d changed every day (secluded in my house) was my watch, because you are right: My watches are for me!!! Is the only thing I bought for me and no for others, not for people or society. And I realized th...
Well said
By: E in PA : July 27th, 2022-20:29
How an ugly watch (IMO) can also be pretentious. Ticks all the boxes. Not my cup of tea but to each there own.
The vast majority of Richard Mille owners...
By: patrick_y : July 27th, 2022-22:52
The vast majority of Richard Mille owners just want to own a status symbol. And it is definitely by far, the most expensive "well known" watch brand out there on the market. A billionaire's timepiece. And it's extremely popular at Pebble Beach Car Week, V...
Good one!
By: amanico : July 27th, 2022-05:29
🤣🤣🤣
By: ArmisT : July 27th, 2022-11:40
It’s funny, and at the same time unfortunate because of the reality it is based on ☹️
Maybe I should bring Hublot and get lucky 🤣
By: Clueless_Collector : July 26th, 2022-23:06
Jokes aside, not sure how I should feel for those brands who are not “desirable”… in the wrong eyes or hands but I guess it’s a blessing for owners. This one makes me laugh nonstop ...
LMAO!!!!
By: andrea~ : July 27th, 2022-00:50
That would be awesome if true. Wow so classy.
By: sschew : July 27th, 2022-01:33
Man I wish that was true. There are so many Hublot watches that I want. I know it was said in jest but there are Hublot fans here and while I can take it some might not like it. Besides if someone keeps bashing brands that some people may actually enjoy i...
Don’t kill the messenger…I don’t have problem with Hublot…
By: Clueless_Collector : July 27th, 2022-02:07
I feel bad about some brands but I’m fine you want the Mod to ban me forever too. Chill…I mentioned “Jokes aside..” but you can poke me anytime and I’ll be ok. In fact I do own a Hublot. ...
Mixes signals
By: sschew : July 27th, 2022-02:13
I don't want you banned at all. I said that I don't care if I get banned because of what I wrote. I'm chill but as I said before some people here are a bit sensitive about the brand and are actually closet fans but are a little scared to admit it. I mysel...
Yes. We need to be careful what we mention next!
By: patrick_y : July 27th, 2022-07:15
You live very well my friend. A delicious life! Hmm... I need a nice Patek Philippe wristband, come to think of it. One with their Aquanaut texture rubber.
Funny story.
By: fernando : July 27th, 2022-03:25
Just so happens that my friend was sporting this one on his wrist yesterday during lunch. We did touch on the subject of the dangers associated with certain brands when traveling. Both of us agree it's not worth the risk. ...
That's a nice RM!
By: patrick_y : July 27th, 2022-07:17
Yes, probably don't wear that outside. And if you do, keep it under a sleeve. And also, when you travel with big pieces like that, you have to step up basic security. Avoid public transportation. Hire a car service. This way there are almost no opportunit...
interesting story
By: keks : July 27th, 2022-08:25
thanks for sharing. Great video link as well in the article. One positive aspect with fake watches is it gets robbers in doubt which is a net positive I think... the problem is everywhere these days (almost at least). As upside is so much greater than dow...
hardly
By: keks : July 28th, 2022-08:01
but good lesson is there is a lot of fun wristcandy at all price ranges.... at least in my opinion
Absolutely!
By: patrick_y : July 28th, 2022-21:52
Lots of fun at various price points! That Bulgari is still a great value!
When I was first reading your synopsis and read Naples…
By: ArmisT : July 27th, 2022-11:46
I initially thought Naples, Florida and was so surprised (plus extra saddened) that that would happen even there now. Thankfully it wasn’t Naples, FL although I probably shouldn’t think that these things can’t happen there too Society is changing so fast ...
Ahh. Naples, Florida.
By: patrick_y : July 27th, 2022-16:12
I'm not sure if I've been to Naples, Florida. As I'm more often on the Eastern side. Yes. It can happen anywhere!
Napoli, cities in general
By: Weems@8 : July 27th, 2022-15:12
Of course, you can wear your watch safely in Geneva. Milan, Napoli, Barcelona, and other famous cities. Do not wear your most beloved watch, and most expensive ones. My parents were ones in Milan. Sat on a bank in a park. My father looked at a gang who wh...
Indeed! There is a bit of a comic irony to it!
By: patrick_y : July 27th, 2022-22:48
And it seems nobody was hurt, so it's not wrong to find it a little funny. Still, very serious and violating to be robbed though. Hopefully the victim doesn't have post-trauma.