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p0pperini

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Wow this is great. I was never a submariner man, the dullard's choice, tool watch for tools by tools. etc
Umm... thanks..? :)

Do you guys waterproof these? I would like to be able to take one of these to the seaside or on a boat if possible ....
Personally, I wouldn't want to risk the possibility that the seals would fail for whatever reason - but I know there are others who get theirs waterproofed, tested and then use them as intended. I don't have any desire to swim while wearing a watch - so it doesn't bother me.
 

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This is a nice collection and informative post. I know very little about Rolex, and now, at least I have a basic understanding of how rep generations differ. Thanks.
 

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Wonderful collection.

I discovered your collection casually and what to say ... I was delighted. I'm only 26 years old, and when in a few years (and with some extra money) I want to have a collection close to you. The only limit for me it's that the 5 digit rep are now very very difficult to search... and by my opinion they're most rare in the future.


p0pperini Only last thing.. in my opinion, if I can afford it, the only pieces that's missing there is one and only (and my absolutely favourite pieces): the Rolex "polipetto" or SD 16600 Polizia di stato.
 

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Wonderful collection.

Only last thing.. in my opinion, if I can afford it, the only pieces that's missing there is one and only (and my absolutely favourite pieces): the Rolex "polipetto" or SD 16600 Polizia di stato.
Thank you!

I've seen the Polizia di Stato SD, the dial is repped. It's nice, but I've not really felt compelled to own one, nor any of the special editions (Tiffany, Cartier, etc.) other than the COMEX. Something about that logo, its design and its direct link to the deep sea diving company, really hits the mark for me.
 

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I didn’t realise emoji turn into an array of question marks so forgive my previous comment. Seriously impressive collection!
Thanks! It’s okay, I’m familiar with the questionmarkification of emojis, so I realised you weren’t expressing confusion. :)
 

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Umm... thanks..? :)


Personally, I wouldn't want to risk the possibility that the seals would fail for whatever reason - but I know there are others who get theirs waterproofed, tested and then use them as intended. I don't have any desire to swim while wearing a watch - so it doesn't bother me.

That's an interesting perspective. How does waterproofing the watch create a risk for it? If the seals "fail", wouldn't it just be equivalent to a non-waterproofed watch?
 

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That's an interesting perspective. How does waterproofing the watch create a risk for it? If the seals "fail", wouldn't it just be equivalent to a non-waterproofed watch?

I wasn't suggesting that waterproofing the watch creates a risk for it.

Yes - if the seals "fail", then the watch would be equivalent to a non-waterproofed watch. Which is something you don't want, if you're wearing it in the sea or the pool... So, I'm afraid I don't really understand the point you're making.
 

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I wasn't suggesting that waterproofing the watch creates a risk for it.

I'm new to this, so forgive me - I thought there was some extra risk to the watch involved with having the seals in a watch degrade, past the false sense of security you would have getting the watch wet. But that doesn't seem to be the case.
 
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I missed this gem post...

There is so much to be amazed!
Sheer volume of passion, watches. all wrapped with amazing pictures and detailed descriptions.

Great read!
Amazing collection.
Genuine passion!
 
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I'm new to this, so forgive me - I thought there was some extra risk to the watch involved with having the seals in a watch degrade, past the false sense of security you would have getting the watch wet. But that doesn't seem to be the case.
No probs! The silicone grease used on the rubber gaskets of a watch caseback and crown to seal them won't harm the gaskets, and it should prevent water getting in. However, it needs to be done by someone who's competent, and the watch needs to be tested to ensure these and the crystal are fully sealed.

My reluctance to expose my own watches to water is because a) I don't have the kit to test my watches, b) I couldn't be bothered with sending or taking them to someone to do it, and most relevant point of all, c) I can barely swim, so the weight of a watch is likely to drag me down to the ocean floor, where I would discover that the water pressure was too high and the last thing I'd see as I drowned was my watch filling up with water - which would annoy me more than the drowning.
 
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I missed this gem post...

There is so much to be amazed!
Sheer volume of passion, watches. all wrapped with amazing pictures and detailed descriptions.

Great read!
Amazing collection.
Genuine passion!

Thanks!
 

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What a great thread!!!

Congrats mate!!!
 
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Woah.... You are addicted buddy...
I'm pretty sure that this would be the diagnosis, and exact words spoken by the specialist diagnosing me, if I were to seek treatment for my rep habit... :)
 
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You need at least half a dozen more

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You need at least half a dozen more

CHALLENGE ACCEPTED! Let's see... Since the OP I've added:

1. FG 5-digit with gold dial (DOA but I'll fix it one day)
2. Another 16610 LN Franken
3. TC Kermit
4. TC Rouge
5. 16800 gen matte dial Franken
6. oh and an ARF v3 DSSD D-Blue

FINISHED!
 
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