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RonJ
·Aha! Page 3 of this thread before we get a photo.
You obviously took your watch out of "the safe"?
Sadly, just a photo off the internet.
I'd love to own one though.
TinTin Speedmaster - love it, but it sits unworn...
Sadly, just a photo off the internet.
I'd love to own one though.
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Icnbne
·I’ve seen countless discussions of “to swim or not to swim” over a brand new Rolex sub or sea dweller and an almost unanimous response of “don’t risk it it’s not with repair bill.” Why be afraid to use a tool watch? Why buy a diving watch and take it off at the pool? It makes me laugh. I’m always for enjoying the watch that’s being purchased.
not sure if serious,
Ive been a member of the rolex forum for 10+ years now and babying a watch is frowned upon, almost to the point where its cool to recklessly bash the watches around in the name of ‘toolwatch’ because ‘whatever you can handle the watch can handle’
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Muttley
·Okay, out of the safe and onto the wrist today. Amazingly, neither it nor I self-destructed....
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Muttley
·Total fail. Wore it to work today, worried about it all day, put it back in the safe when I got home. That does it, anyone want to swap for a TinTin that's otherwise never going to be worn like it should? 
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OmeGez
·Definitely get rid and get a used standard Speedmaster- and then enjoy!
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rob#1
·Total fail. Wore it to work today, worried about it all day, put it back in the safe when I got home. That does it, anyone want to swap for a TinTin that's otherwise never going to be worn like it should?
I guess it’s like the first scratch on a new car, it’s bound to happen sometime so there’s no point sweating it. This is a wristwatch, more specifically a tool watch (an expensive one, but a tool watch nonetheless) and it was designed to be worn. That it’s a TinTin shouldn’t change that fact.
I remember cussing the first time I scratched a lug on my Speedy when changing straps (an ongoing challenge 😁), but 3 years later the watch and me are getting along fine. With a few other scratches here and there (the watch, that is, though our dog has his moments 😡).
Give it a few days for the shine to wear off, and wear it in good health 👍
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STANDY
··schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collectorStraight swap “ I’m in “ and have just the thing.
You won’t have to worry about scratches on this beauty.
( comes with pineapple )
You won’t have to worry about scratches on this beauty.
( comes with pineapple )
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Evitzee
·Total fail. Wore it to work today, worried about it all day, put it back in the safe when I got home. That does it, anyone want to swap for a TinTin that's otherwise never going to be worn like it should?
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RonJ
·Total fail. Wore it to work today, worried about it all day, put it back in the safe when I got home. That does it, anyone want to swap for a TinTin that's otherwise never going to be worn like it should?
But, even if you trade for a different watch, it will probably be an expensive watch that you'll be worried to wear to work anyway.
I don't know the current values of the TinTin watch but somewhere between $6500 and $11,000 USD, I think.
And your watch is "like new" so it should fetch a decent amount.
I think your best options at this point are:
- sell your TinTin and do something fun or meaningful with the cash.
- trade your TinTin for a more affordable fun-to-wear watch plus cash.
- trade your TinTin for two fun-to-wear watches.
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RonJ
·Muttley, you have gone quiet on this thread.
Are you thinking of now selling your TinTin watch or keeping it?
I can't blame you either way.
This is probably a good time to sell it, if that is what you want to do, given the global economy.
Or, maybe it is best to lock it up for 5 years or so, and then decide what to do.
Your call.
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Are you thinking of now selling your TinTin watch or keeping it?
I can't blame you either way.
This is probably a good time to sell it, if that is what you want to do, given the global economy.
Or, maybe it is best to lock it up for 5 years or so, and then decide what to do.
Your call.
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Muttley
·Muttley, you have gone quiet on this thread.
Are you thinking of now selling your TinTin watch or keeping it?
I can't blame you either way.
This is probably a good time to sell it, if that is what you want to do, given the global economy.
Or, maybe it is best to lock it up for 5 years or so, and then decide what to do.
Your call.
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Muttley
·But, even if you trade for a different watch, it will probably be an expensive watch that you'll be worried to wear to work anyway.
I don't know the current values of the TinTin watch but somewhere between $6500 and $11,000 USD, I think.
And your watch is "like new" so it should fetch a decent amount.
I think your best options at this point are:
- sell your TinTin and do something fun or meaningful with the cash.
- trade your TinTin for a more affordable fun-to-wear watch plus cash.
- trade your TinTin for two fun-to-wear watches.
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I'd have no issue wearing an Explorer II (for example) as a 'tool watch' even if more expensive, as in my eyes it just seems more suited to that role than the Speedmaster. Just my opinion, of course - I know there are plenty of Speedmaster owners who have put theirs through the wringer without a second thought.
I'll probably have to think on it a bit before deciding what to do.
Apologies if this is turning into a 'Woe is me, should I, shouldn't I, etc....' thread - I've seen them drag on and you just want the OP to make a damn decision and move on.
Thanks.
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OmeGez
·If your making some money off the watch that allows you to buy more expensive watches without using your own money, then it’s a no brainer. Get some pictures up of your ExpII once you have it on your wrist
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JwRosenthal
·If it’s any consolation, you have worn it so it can no longer be considered NOS, NM or even LNIB- it’s just “excellent” condition at this point. I will bet if you look at the case back, sides or lugs with a loupe, you will see micro-scratching from your Nato strap and or any object with which it came in contact - including pearl buttons on a cuff or even the fabric of a sleeve itself. You ripped off the band-aid, it’s been worn- and now it’s lost some value. Get past this and enjoy it.
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OmegaP99
·Maybe it's been said as this is a long thread, but just get it insured on your homeowners. Ask about "scheduling" the watch, or any jewelry or valuable possessions such as art, which is their term for stated value coverage. You may or may not even need an appraisal, in my case I got to choose the values and they didn't care because I paid the associated premium (which is very inexpensive, maybe $65 a year for $10,000 value I recall?) but covers you in all cases, tho be sure to ask as policies vary. In my case they would be covered for damage even I caused or if I lost it on vacation, etc. It's terrific peace of mind and it will free you from the stress and anxiety. Make sure the value is in line with actual replacement value, or those on the higher end, and stay on top of values and adjust as necessary with the insurer. That way you can easily find a replacement if needed.
This is very similar to true collector car insurance from places like Chubb, Grundy, & Hagerty, where you name your value and get that paid out no questions asked in the event of a loss, so not at all like traditional insurance. It's also almost always far cheaper because the risk of damage is much less because people tend to treat valuables well. I pay $350 a year for $50k in coverage on a classic I own. If you happen to be fortunate enough to be considered a "high net worth individual" then insurers like Chubb can cover your home, cars, jewelry in a similar way, but they have minimum values you must meet. For the record, I do not qualify as a HNWI. I am listed as a "Highly Likely To Check The Couch For Change Individual."
This is very similar to true collector car insurance from places like Chubb, Grundy, & Hagerty, where you name your value and get that paid out no questions asked in the event of a loss, so not at all like traditional insurance. It's also almost always far cheaper because the risk of damage is much less because people tend to treat valuables well. I pay $350 a year for $50k in coverage on a classic I own. If you happen to be fortunate enough to be considered a "high net worth individual" then insurers like Chubb can cover your home, cars, jewelry in a similar way, but they have minimum values you must meet. For the record, I do not qualify as a HNWI. I am listed as a "Highly Likely To Check The Couch For Change Individual."
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YY77
·Maybe it's been said as this is a long thread, but just get it insured on your homeowners. Ask about "scheduling" the watch, or any jewelry or valuable possessions such as art, which is their term for stated value coverage. You may or may not even need an appraisal, in my case I got to choose the values and they didn't care because I paid the associated premium (which is very inexpensive, maybe $65 a year for $10,000 value I recall?) but covers you in all cases, tho be sure to ask as policies vary. In my case they would be covered for damage even I caused or if I lost it on vacation, etc. It's terrific peace of mind and it will free you from the stress and anxiety. Make sure the value is in line with actual replacement value, or those on the higher end, and stay on top of values and adjust as necessary with the insurer. That way you can easily find a replacement if needed.
This is very similar to true collector car insurance from places like Chubb, Grundy, & Hagerty, where you name your value and get that paid out no questions asked in the event of a loss, so not at all like traditional insurance. It's also almost always far cheaper because the risk of damage is much less because people tend to treat valuables well. I pay $350 a year for $50k in coverage on a classic I own. If you happen to be fortunate enough to be considered a "high net worth individual" then insurers like Chubb can cover your home, cars, jewelry in a similar way, but they have minimum values you must meet. For the record, I do not qualify as a HNWI. I am listed as a "Highly Likely To Check The Couch For Change Individual."
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ViperStripes
·Wearing my TinTin as my daily wearer recently.Shame you don't feel comfortable wearing it daily. Nice and slim compared to some more modern very thick watches. I was lucky and bought mine at £3k about 3 years ago, maybe 4. It's definitely one for my permanent collection.
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