Rolex Submariner: Best Travel Watch?
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Rolex Submariner: Best Travel Watch?

By Greenwatch · Apr 8, 2024 · 21 replies
Greenwatch
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Greenwatch's post beautifully illustrates the profound personal connections collectors often form with their timepieces, especially those acquired during significant life moments like travel. His Rolex Submariner, purchased during a period of increasing scarcity, transcends its function to become a cherished memento of a journey and a lasting friendship. This piece explores the unique bond between a collector and their watch, emphasizing the sentimental value that often defines true luxury.

Brought this Sub for my annual travel and it always brings out a big smile on my face.

To share, I bought this timepiece on one of my travels at a Ben Bridge boutique during the time when Rolex sports timepieces were becoming hard to come by. The sales manager was a great person and we eventually became lifelong friends. Will always cherish this timepiece. It’s been with me for almost six years. Cheers!


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Greenwatch
Apr 8, 2024

It also helped that we are from the same state. 😊

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OldFashionedMatt
Apr 8, 2024

Great piece! And so versatile when globe-hopping!

GR
Greenwatch
Apr 9, 2024

An amazing timepiece and a wonderful friendship! Thank you for liking this post.

GR
Greenwatch
Apr 9, 2024

Many many thanks πŸ™

GR
Greenwatch
Apr 9, 2024

Will be wearing this timepiece regularly on travel moving forth. Many thanks for your nod!

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Drek
Apr 9, 2024

but getting a friendship as a result of the purchase is even better. Happy travels

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