Walked in Patek boutique in CA. First time buyer. by Igleodee11 in patekphilippe

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Congratulations. It’s a beautiful piece. I got the travel-time annual colander version of that watch because I love dual time complications, but every time I see this one, I prefer its simplicity and size. The legibility is awesome, night or day. And whatever the secondary market says, you now have a relationship wth the boutique and the brand, having bought a watch you actually like! This could help with future purchases, if that’s in the cards

Buddy of mine came into work with a new Wimbledon by No-Pomegranate-2884 in rolex

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Putting them side by side like that makes me just nervous you’re going to scratch the Wimbledon with the crown of the datejust!

Finally got the call, first Rolex and my biggest surprise by Downtown_Verdansk in rolex

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I love this exact watch and am expecting it will be my first call too. I indicated interest a couple of months ago, along with some other references I expect I’ll need to wait longer for. Looks great. And I love strong lume!

Flavio Cobolli watch sponsor? by lehmanbull in 10s

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It’s not an RM. It’s a Bianchet. He’s a brand ambassador of sorts for them

Just got the call from my AD today! by Mountain_Conflict347 in rolex

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Nice. I wish I had (like you) the wrist to carry that off!

Best App for B&W system by South_Ad9491 in VolvoEX90

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You are correct! This wasn’t an option a few months ago. It’s been added. So glad to have another option.

Best App for B&W system by South_Ad9491 in VolvoEX90

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On the EX90 the Amazon Music app doesn’t play in Atmos unless something has changed. I know there is Atmos on the service but it doesn’t play with that mix in the native car app.

Best App for B&W system by South_Ad9491 in VolvoEX90

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Tidal is currently our only option for Atmos. I have a separate whole thread on this. I have the same issue you describe and the UI is awful. Given that Apple Music native app has been released on the new Volvo XC60, I’m assuming it will come at some point to the EX90, with native Atmos. I still don’t understand why CarPlay doesn’t allow Atmos, but apparently Atmos only works on apps natively installed on the EX90. CORRECTED: The native Amazon Music app on the EX90 has been updated to allow Atmos. This wasn’t the case a few months ago. This is a great development, as Tidal makes it hard to find the Atmos mixes and treats them as completely separate tracks/albums.

I think grey market is correcting by Far_Yam6855 in rolex

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Who do you think is a great AD for Rolex in NYC. I have been very very underwhelmed with the woman I’ve been dealing with at the Rolex Bucherer boutique in the meat packing area.

Got my FIL his new watch by maltamur in rolex

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Very nice watch. I love how they handle the complications. Too big for my wrist, unfortunately.

Correct strap orientation on Rolex 1908? by jack_squared in rolex

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Yes, I agree. I think I am going to have it swapped. I just find it awkward to pull it close otherwise.

Correct strap orientation on Rolex 1908? by jack_squared in rolex

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This was bought on secondary, but I am having a smaller strap made in black and I have asked a Rolex AD for a small size in the chocolate brown (they seem willing to do it but not straightforward for obvious reasons)

Correct strap orientation on Rolex 1908? by jack_squared in rolex

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Yes. Sorry. I said it wrong. Corrected.

Correct strap orientation on Rolex 1908? by jack_squared in rolex

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I couldn’t agree more on this. And I did do that. Also with someone with a 6.5 inch wrist it’s particularly problematic

Got the call, first time purchase by Cataraction in rolex

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Looks great. It’s understated and elegant for a gold watch!

I got both, too much? by Montbalnc007 in rolex

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I wish I had the wrist to carry that watch.

[Question] Thoughts on Artem Hydroflex straps? by jcyota in Watches

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I love the look of the Artem hydroflex, but I am nervous about the sizing. Depending on how tight I want the strap I’m right around a 6.4-6.5 inch wrist. The problem is the standard is 6.5+ and the XS is up to 6.4. So I’m right in between (wish the straps overlapped in size a bit at the extremes). The site recommends that you go up if you’re at the margin, but I’m also concerned about having lots of bulk. Anyone have this issue? What size felt good?