Johnny.
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It took me 32 years....
but yesterday finally here, my one and only grail 😍
My first gold watch and a bit overwhelmed really so hopefully I can get used to it.
1980 Daydate 18038. In immaculate condition as it left the factory some 39 years ago 😊
Had to be this reference number for the thicker case and especially just a bit wider at the side of the crown.
Thanks for looking!
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It took me 32 years....
but yesterday finally here, my one and only grail 😍 My first gold watch and a bit overwhelmed really so hopefully I can get used to it. 1980 Daydate 18038. In immaculate condition as it left the factory some 39 years ago 😊 Had to be this reference number ...
That’s a GREAT feeling
To finally get a watch that you have always wanted. Very cool. Congratulations!
Thank you sir...
saw this watch for the first time 32 years ago and to be able to find this specific reference number in such condition was a bit of luck i guess.
Big Congrats on your new catch GMTmaster!! I know the feeling of finally capturing a long long pursued grail! This piece looks in an awesome condition for its age. I also feel that these...
... old versions of the classic DD have a very special charm and are delicious to have on the wrist. An stunning watch! Enjoy it so much and in the best of good health!! Cheers! Abel
Muchísimas gracias sr Abel
it was a long wait but finally here! Thank you for the kind words!
Stunning
I wore mine for 30 years before selling it. It took a while for my wrist to get used to no longer carrying the weight. Wear it often and in good health.
Awesome
What a fantastic piece and after such a journey it’s like the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow Wear it in good health and pride for many many years
Thank you sir, a small detail...
Having been looking at DD for so long I was able to narrow it down that only the first few years (1978-1983 aprox) of the ref 18038, they were made with this slightly wider case.
Mine from 1973
say hello too, a special Rolex from my late Father when company's partners gave him on firm's 25th anniversary in 1973. I took it for a full service some years ago, to bring the shine and glory back. ...
Beautiful...
and most important a history with your family, hopefully one day you can pass it on!
Wow, so nice to have and wear. Congratulations. 👍
So long the longing, at last. So fulfilling. Wear in good health. Geross 😉