amanico
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A long, daily, regular hunt...
As we always do when we really, badly want a rare bird...
It can take years, but the satisfaction is at this price.
Google this ref and name, add photos to the ref and name when googling, try the bay, al the collectors markets....
There is no other solution, IMO. Aaah, yes, you need a bit of luck, but it was needless to say it.
Best.
Nicolas
Help on vintage Rolex
About ~10 years ago, I missed an opportunity on a Rolex Ref 3484 chrono with "Dobbies Ltd Nairobi" signed on the dial (Dobbies was a retailer in Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa). Having been born and raised in Nairobi, this piece always tugged at me. I have n...
A long, daily, regular hunt...
As we always do when we really, badly want a rare bird... It can take years, but the satisfaction is at this price. Google this ref and name, add photos to the ref and name when googling, try the bay, al the collectors markets.... There is no other soluti...
I seem to remember something on the VRF last year...
Maybe a WTB on the VRM would 'bring one out'!! keep us posted on your progress! Ross
Thanks, gents!
Appreciate the tips. Will keep the search alive. BTW, what are VRF and VRM (apologies if this is naive)? HB
What an amazing coincidence....
the chap I was thinking of has posted his restored watch today on VRF (Vintage Rolex Forum)!!! Nice old chrono from D's in Nairobi: +3525 VRM is Vintage Rolex Forum and WTB is a Want To Buy post. Cheers Ross :)
Wow!
That is simply amazing...a lucky chap he is. I'll take it as a good omen for my own quest. Thanks for the information.