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A Thoughtful Gift For A Rolex Guy?

  1. UncleBuck understands the decision making hierarchy Apr 26, 2021

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    I am way out over my skis but I have a good friend that did me a thoughtful favor that needs a thoughtful reply.
    He is a Rolex guy, a medical doctor, that makes 100 times more than me, so a monetary value gift is out of the question.
    Any ideas for a small gift? He is not a watchmaker or historian, just a fan and everyday wearer and I am coming up a blank.

    Heck, I always thought Rolex was a division of Rolodex.

    Anyway, thanks for any ideas and I'll head on back to the Omega side.
     
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  2. JwRosenthal Apr 26, 2021

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    Whenever I hear a reference to “flexing their rolie” in pop culture, I think this
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  3. blufinz52 Hears dead people, not watch rotors. Apr 26, 2021

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    I received this from a friend and really enjoyed it.

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  4. kip595 Apr 26, 2021

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  5. vintage hab Apr 26, 2021

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    If he likes his watch, get him a wall clock that matches it for his office. They come it all models.
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  6. UncleBuck understands the decision making hierarchy Apr 26, 2021

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    Thanks friends, that is what I'm looking for, something a Rolex person would enjoy.
     
  7. Walrus Apr 26, 2021

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  8. Axel Brass Apr 26, 2021

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    +1 on the a nice book. Otherwise, maybe a nice strap?
     
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  9. JwRosenthal Apr 26, 2021

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  10. Faz Apr 26, 2021

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    I've done it with a good friend and hardcore Rolex freak...I got him a sports Seiko SKJ007. He doesn't wear it much but he cherishes it quite a bit.
     
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  12. DaveK Yoda of Yodelers Apr 27, 2021

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    A custom strap would be dope. Michael Knapp (https://michaelknappleather.com/) loves making them for Rolex and Speedmasters, and has a nice YouTube channel about his work.
     
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  13. rbob99 Apr 27, 2021

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    Don't mind at all. That was a gift from the Rolex boutique in Izmir, Turkey. I didn't have any use for it, so moved it on.
     
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  14. dsio Ash @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 27, 2021

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    I think a book is the best option, affordable and more useful than cheap trinkets of questionable origin
     
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  15. Tony C. Ωf Jury member Apr 27, 2021

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    I could sell these. Relatively inexpensive, though not cheap. Attractive vintage displays, and they could be used.

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  16. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Apr 27, 2021

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    Hey Jimbo, I'm a Rolex guy too, I'd love something "Rolex".

    Can you spring to a 1978 5513 for me?

    :D

    Seriously, a thoughtful gesture by a genuine ole boy, whatever you decide I'm sure the benefactor will appreciate the thought more than the gift.
     
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  17. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Apr 27, 2021

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    PS: I hope he's not a Geriatrician and you're not just hedging your bets mate!

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  18. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Apr 27, 2021

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  19. UncleBuck understands the decision making hierarchy Apr 27, 2021

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    Urologist!
     
  20. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Apr 27, 2021

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    The second most important number in my medical contact list :D.
     
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