51 000, I doubt, but 50 100 sounds more realistic.
If you are interested by the Paris GTG on the 21st of April, let me know... I will post something about it later, in the first days of March... But keep this date in mind, yet. Best, Rob. Nicolas
And my answer will be summed with one word, but a huge one: Thanks
For having been there... All the best, my good friend. Nicolas
Your right Nicolas
Passion like my mother always said is what drives you to heights you never knew where possible. Thank you for making PuristS so interesting, fun and so educational for me. I look forward to the next 50'000 posts of which I will be reading 99%. I am sorry ...
Place Edmond in Paris, you liked that, eeeh? :)))
There is no secret, here... Each of us can do strictly the same... Passion is not a matter of means, it is just a state of mind. So sorry to have missed you, my friend, but we'll arrange something soon, and, why not, for our Parisian GTG on the 21st of Ap...
Very nice sum-up of what is Puristpro for you
It has not been a long time since I'm on this forum but we easily feel the friendship and the passion you live and you communicate. Now you'll need another 50 K posts to answer the replies of this thread ^^ Have a good week-end Nicolas. Kind regards, Mark
Merci Beaucoup, Mark. But it seems that you're on the same way...
If I judge from your last posts... Best! Nicolas.
50,000 - congrats to a great guy!
Nicolas- Congrats on 50k posts--I know it is not just a number but a lot more based on your commitment to the watch world. It has been a long while my friend and I hope you are well. My sincere best, Ken
Hey Ken! Finally, you came back!
And with some very nice words. Thank you so much, my friend. Have a look on the Rolex forum tomorrow, I will post pics of a watch you like as much as I like it. All the best, my dear friend. Nicolas
My goodness.. Unbelievably so ..
Dear Nico - moderator, Vlad, 666, and.. Holmes, Dumbledore and D'Artagnan as well ( for me, at least) I guess much more to many of us here: - your achievement is one thing, but the kindness and repetitive joy you continue to give us herein the cyber and r...
Aaah, hs, my exquisite friend.
Thanks a lot, not only for your words, but also for your friendship. Can't wait to have some other passionate discussions with you, my good friend. All the best from a frozen Vlad.
I think they have medication for that...
I hope for our sake you don't start taking it. _john
Not programmed, but who knows? ;) Thanks, J.
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It's not the number but the content that in most impressive.
I read your thoughtful posts and the passion illuminates the script. The pictures allow us to share your perspectives and experiences. It is a most generous and friendly community and you are a great ambassador. Congratulationss and thank you. Although we...
You are....
.... sick? Hehehe. But that is helping a lot of people. Thanks for your sacrifice. Hope to visit Paris and/or that once-a-year Europe GTG! You should come to Tokyo, too, my friend. I will take you a wonderful French restaurant here. Think about it Whateve...
Tokyo sounds good to me. I always dreamt about going there.
Thanks for the invitation, Ken. Let's see who will do it first... You, in France, or me in Japan. No sacrifices, here, just pleasure, and fun. Best, my friend, and I really look forward to meeting you in the real world. Nicolas
This is what makes you the wonderful guy you are...
...you truly make this an interactive forum, by responding to everyone who takes the time to make a post that interests you. This is what keeps the conversation going. I still don't know how you hold down a job and do this at the same time ;-) No problem ...
Actually, that is what builds a community.
When some take the time, and make the effort to write a post, it would be stupid to not thank him and to try to start a conversation with him. More than stupid, it would not be very polite nor even friendly. When I see a lot of our new members involving t...
50000 post mean you reach out to people 50000 times!
I am honor to be called your friend. We haven't know each other for long but for sure I feel the sincerity and kindness (evilness too) of character. Even when at times don't feel the same love you feel for certain watches (a rare event ). Like the Rolex G...
We can't always love the same watches, Tyler. It would be boring.
But it is true that we have a lot of tic tacs in common, in the real or in our dreams. Nonetheless, your Polaris scares me a bit. I would be really curious to see the inside of the case back, the signature on the movement, and close ups of the dial, as th...
Will post more details of the Polaris.
So that we all can learn about. I think the case back is loose. I'll take some pictures of it. Our swedish JLC alarm expert seems to think the same about the dial. Thanks for taking the time to reply. Now about that post on the polaris ... ... when? HAGWE...
I hesitated a lot before telling you this... But if you can still have the choice.
To keep it, if the case back is the good one, and the movement correctly signed, then to hunt a dial. Or to give it back to the seller. It took many so many years before finding an authentic one... As for the post about the Polaris, let's first end the SI...
You afraid to break my heart when you speak the truth? ;-)
Thanks for the thought my friend. That's alright though. I'm better than that. Man grew stronger by accepting their mistake not avoiding them. Maybe I make a few mistakes here and there. I have sure the amount involved is only a heart ache not a heart att...
Yes, but on another side, I know how much you wanted this one...
And to be almost sure that yours is not as you wanted is a bit ... deceptive. But I agree with you, we all leanr form our mistakes. Best, Nicolas. PS, and yes, of course, send me these pics!
50000 is not just a Purists record...it's prob a watch forum record
So much being said...big fan, and I am setting you Feb 2013 for your next 50000. - Best, Horo
Hi Nicolas
What would be the forum without you? You really bring passion, support for others. I think you live your dream. Up to the 100,000! All the best and see you next time in Paris, Dirk
Thank you, Dirk, but there are many Vlads around here.
All the Community is Vladesque. Can you attend our GTG in Paris on the 21st of April, my friend? Best, Nicolas
About the GTG, please keep me posted
Not sure I can attend but certainly will try to. Cheers, Dirk
Huge Congrats Nicolas
Your thoughts, insights, and advice has hugely impacted me in the world of horology, and for that I thank you. There is not enough thanks that we can give for the time and dedication you have put into this community, but I hope you we really appreciate it...
I appreciate each of your kind words, Rahul. But do never forget
That it is each part of this great Community who does a Great Forum. And YOU are a part of her. Best, my good friend. Nicolas.
So much passion ...
50 000 post means that I have lots of interesting post to read since I am a newbie here ) thank you Nicolas for sharing your passion and knowledge with us cheers Gilles
You have much more to read, Gilles. Many of us wrote some awesome topics.
Have an eye on the new blog posts, of each dub forum, you will have the Creme de La Creme. Best, and have a good read! Nicolas
Well, I think that it is the whole community which deserves it, but thanks! [nt]
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It's not the quantity that counts...
50'000 posts is a mindblowing number. But what really counts in the content, the Quality of what you are contributing. You are the Master of this art, as well. It is simply wonderful what you giving to our community, Nicolas. Hope to be able to join the n...
Once again, Stefan, The community is to be thanked, as I only am
A part of it, but thanks for your kind words, my friend. I won't be able to do Basel, as I have too much work in March, but as you said, Paris is not far form Switzerland, and a nice GTG is in the tube for the 21st of April. Tell me you will be there, ple...
[This could be the first thread to ...]
... completely fill Page 1 of the HoMe Forum. Apart from the closure of the Journe Forum of course. ;-) A
You just have to mention that post. ;)
The way things going I can only see it will happen. Here's me replying so that it does happen. HAGWE Tyler
When I think that I wrote this topic in the hurry!
I didn't have in mind to do a specific topic about the 50 000th post, but after seeing several posts mentionning it, I decided to write something in the hurry. I didn't really expect such a strong reaction from the Community, and I ma deeply moved by that...
Nicolas, i think you could...
Nicolas, i think you could have just posted 'hey guys, i've reached 50k posts' and you would have got the same comments of immense friendship from everyone. best Bims UK love buddy
Not my style. ;)
I was really under pressure... Was thinking " Hey, you didn't even prepare anything for this, and now the gang is waking up "... Felt guilty. Which is a common feeling for me. Best, Graham. Nicolas
I *heart* Vlad!
Nicolas, you have really touched upon the most important thing about this site: the people. It's this community -- of which you are a very important part, that makes me always return to the site. Of course, I enjoy the watches, but for me it's the people ...
I am not alone, here. You, all the team, our members
All contribute to give the importance this Place has in our hearts. And without a certain Daos, with her uncomparable capacities of writing, this place would not have the same taste. And appeal. Many thanks, Sister, for your kind words. Best, Vlad.
that is true passion
that really inspires and holds this place together like nothing and no one else. Hearfelt thanks, congratulations, and here's hoping I get to meet you soon! Best Andreas
It will be my pleasure, Andreas. Let's try to make it in 2012.
Paris GTG? April, 21st? Hmmm? Would be superb to have you. Thank you for your nice words, my friend. Nicolas
Felicidades Nicolas...
Not long ago I belong to this community, but from the first moment , I enjoyed a lot with each post you have written. Some have been more technical than others but I have always enjoyed each of them either by reading, pictures or both. Thanks for the dedi...
Muchisimas gracias para tus muy bonitas palabras, Amigo.
The next 50 000 will be harder than the first ones, but hey, this is a superb challenge. Thank you so much, my friend. Best, Nicolas
Passion
Nicolas, you are modest about your role but your work here binds the community together and your passion for JLC infects us all. Thanks for all your informative articles. Regards, J.
Congratulations to our Dear Nico
I wanted to take my time to think of something special to say on your achievement. I then read what others have already written and I realised that all the respect, adulation and love have already been written, so I just simply say a BIG THANK YOU for you...
That is a good question, Ling. :)))
But honestly, with such an educated and great community, individuals come after... Best, Nicolas
50,000....that's getting serious
that means that you're a pillar of this community and that you are nuts ;-)
50,000 - just goes to show exactly your......
..un-comprimised dedication to not only the PuristsPro site,. but also to the watches, and us other members, collectors and felloz enthusiasts. Welldone, and looking forward to the many more to come! cheers Tony.
Really enjoy all your posts / replies, not that...
I manage to read all of them !! Thank you Nicolas for all of your shared knowledge !! Cheers, Tuscanii
YOU'RE NUTS
now you made 219 posts in 2 days lol It will take you 454 days and than you can make a 100.000 th post ;-)
Well, there were a lot of things to read and to answer to, this Week End.
Therefore, it is freezing in Paris, and you would' t like to see me falling ill? Best, Nicolas.
Many thing to say
but one word say it all : thank you. So thank you Nicolas for what has been done, and for what will come in the future. Francois
Hope you will accept sincere and heartfelt congratulations...
from a friend who has been away for tooo long, on the occasion of reaching such a mindboggling milestone. I had a bit of a crazy 2011 with many excuses (some good, I am afraid but also some bad ones) for spending my time elsewhere than here on PPro. I wil...
Nikolaj, 2011 has been a tough year for many of us.
And I am more than happy to see you back here, with us. I just wish you have more ( and better ) time to attend and share our common passion, and friendship, this year. A GTG? That is an excellent idea. We have some projects in the tube. Let me know, my f...
See your 100 000th post soon, gentleman
Sir Congratulations to you, for sharing with us, your spectacular and informed knowledge about vintage-watches. I have not come across any harsh or discouraging words from you, when you responded to forum members' 'silly' questions (including mine, at tim...
I ma not sure I deserve all this, but thank you, harrisans.
What would be a forum without sharing our experiences and passion? Nothing! Best, and thank you for your too kind words. Nicolas
You deserve those words ..
amanico You deserve all those words, since your achievement and kindness will remain forever, in the mind of all forum members.
Late to the party, but I'll add my sincere congrats ....
to the well-deserved list of responders here. Your posts are a joy to read, and your taste in watches matches mine very closely. Hope to be able to meet in person one fine day. Darren
Same wishes, Darren.
Indeed, we have very close tastes in watches. It is always good to see people sharing some common things, passion on our beloved tic tacks. All the best, and thank you for being there. Nicolas
Wow, Congrats!
Huge Congratulations on the very monumental occasion! As I have told you many times over the last couple years, I owe a big part of my passion and knowledge of horology to you because of all your wonderful posts and great advice over the years. I'd like t...
Thanks, Vinontre, and not only for your kind words, but also for your strong support
And friendship... Best, my friend. Nicolas
Congrats Nicolas,
With so many posts, and interesting artikels that you wrote. Best, Michel
Congratulations Nicolas...
And I would like to thank you for always sharing your passion and valuable information to us... I've learned and had so much great discussion with you And I'm looking forward to be able to meet up with you one day as also with the rest Best, Sam
Nothing else than passion and friendship, my friend.
But it will be a mutual pleasure to meet you, one of these days! Nothing is better than reality. Best! Nicolas
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