droptopman Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 I am pretty lucky as my wife tolerates my watch hobby, so much so that I received a rather cool watch related birthday gift from her this morning. Totally surprised me. For the most part when I talk about watches she just glazes over, but in her eyes if I find peace, joy and happiness in my watch obsession she supports that. I think this is a rather cool way to organize my quickly growing parts, straps, bracelets, and tools collection. Even has the Rolex green felt lining. For a guy my age, this is probably the coolest gift I have received in a long time, as I really had no idea something like this existed. I was going to get a tackle box style organizer, but this is much nicer. Pics: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyjynx Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 Wow! That is jaw-droppingly absoeffinglutely awesome! Happy birthday! You ever seen that reality show "Wife Swap"? Well, I'm game, if you are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezio Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 Nice gift even better wife haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpz5142 Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 Wow, stunning! The box idea is good too..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kernow Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 Fantastic. I hope you'll fill her box. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
508-Fanatic Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 Congratulations! That's fantastic Can you find out where it came from? I'd love to have one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cc33 Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 That's so so thoughtful of her, trust me they aren't all that thoughtful, no by a long shot You got yourself a keeper! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seafoam Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 That's nice! Looks like you'd better start ordering some watches Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droptopman Posted December 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 Thanks guys. Ya pretty cool of her. Much better than the usual cologne or Pro VX balls. I am pretty lucky. Initially when I joined the forum she asked one time. How much did you spend on all those Rolex's thinking they were all gens....she knew I was after a new gen but when 8 showed up I think she was a little concerned. I started to explain to her the fine nuances of a Franken build and she fell asleep...she knows I am hopelessly hooked so why fight it. Hard to believe but the box was purchased at our local Costco. Gotta love Costco. All loaded up now Sent from my droptop using telepathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted December 21, 2014 Report Share Posted December 21, 2014 ... headed to Costco right now !! say, does your wife have a sister ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Costco...of all places. That's very, very nice, and your wife is exceptional for getting you this. Just for once, I'd love to have someone in my family contact my fave TD, purchase a rep I really want without letting me know, get it, wrap it up all pretty and give it to me. Not gonna happen I'm afraid. My hobby is tolerated but not much interest. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Very nice gift. Most wives are only interested in a new watch when it shows up, and she is either, indifferent, which may be good!! Indignant, because you are buying all these watches and nothing for her. Or worse case she is furious because she believes that your hobby is wrecking the family budget. Not many are lucky enough to have one that is understanding like droptop's bride, even if they don't share your enthusiasm. My wife loves watches, she however is not a fan of reps, of anything. She would rather have a real Seiko than a rep Rolex, although her watch tastes have gotten more expensive over the years. Because she likes nice watches, her collection is not nearly as large as mine!! She is very understanding of my hobby, although she has a pretty difficult time with understanding why anyone would need 30+ watches, which I counter with, "why would anyone need 100+ pairs of shoes!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulza Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 What a great gift ! Very thoughtful of your wife. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightwatch Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Looks fantastic and portable/orderly. And it will be a long-time pleasure to work on that green felt. The more fun it was given to You by Your wife. Have fun and enjoy, very nice to hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbane883 Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Wow. Awesome gift. That looks great. Lot more organized than my home office desk which doubles as a watch tinkering station: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droptopman Posted December 22, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Wow. Awesome gift. That looks great. Lot more organized than my home office desk which doubles as a watch tinkering station: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Wholly smokes, if the shipping did not cost more than the item I would send you one today. I am afraid to ask, was my 5513 in there somewhere.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbane883 Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Briefly. I have a couple of other work stations. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbane883 Posted December 22, 2014 Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 But I will admit, I am one of those people that like to work with clutter around. I know where everything is surprisingly. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droptopman Posted December 22, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2014 Based on your results, I would have to agree with you. Everyone is different in that way. My friend and I built race cars and his shop was a total mess and mine was very tidy and organized. Neither appeared to be more functional. He could find what he wanted in a pile of parts or tools in a second. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 Wow. Awesome gift. That looks great. Lot more organized than my home office desk which doubles as a watch tinkering station: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk That is more my speed DB , in my case watches all over the place............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kernow Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 Is your wife going to pop up in a M2M deal, as I maybe interested in a trade Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legend Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 Fantastic. I hope you'll fill her box. Lol I wonder if theres a double entendre in your statement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legend Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 I am pretty lucky as my wife tolerates my watch hobby, so much so that I received a rather cool watch related birthday gift from her this morning. Totally surprised me. For the most part when I talk about watches she just glazes over, but in her eyes if I find peace, joy and happiness in my watch obsession she supports that. I think this is a rather cool way to organize my quickly growing parts, straps, bracelets, and tools collection. Even has the Rolex green felt lining. For a guy my age, this is probably the coolest gift I have received in a long time, as I really had no idea something like this existed. I was going to get a tackle box style organizer, but this is much nicer. Pics: Lovely box to put all the knick knacks of the trade mate. I am envious. Yes, same color as that green lining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martijnp Posted December 23, 2014 Report Share Posted December 23, 2014 Happy birthday mate! Very cool gift from your wife Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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