cc Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Today was a wonderful experience and a great turnout for our SoCal GTG. I've never organized a GTG and didn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 How fun! I wonder what the waitress and bus boy thought about your tabletop. Thanks for the pix, some gorgeous watches there. When I see these shots I'm so jealous - I'm sorry but Chitown peeps are a bunch of slackers, a GTG has been tried about 4 times and nothing ever comes of it, bah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 :wub: SOOOOOO many things to say. Soooooo many awesome shots. But watching Game 7. More later! Great stuff, CC! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 How fun! I wonder what the waitress and bus boy thought about your tabletop. Thanks for the pix, some gorgeous watches there. Dude, as CC said, Orange County is used to seeing this kind of loot in GTG, I am SURE. Did you ever see pix of the famous Carlsbad GTG for the Hammer this September? That was awesome. When I see these shots I'm so jealous - I'm sorry but Chitown peeps are a bunch of slackers, a GTG has been tried about 4 times and nothing ever comes of it, bah! I was searching for an unrelated topic the other day, when I came upon a very sad thread. Some member from South Florida organised a lovely GTG, and not one person showed up. Not an one, and the person took photos of the lovely restaurant table, all decked out...poor guy. You know, I wouldn't either, but I'll say that straight off the bat, not promise and then don't show up. No offence to anyone who couldn't go today, I'm sure -- but it's rude, and there's no excuse if you don't send a text message or something beforehand or during it. (Reason I wouldn't go: I've been to other GTGs and since my enthusiasms are male-centric, I tend to be the only woman there, other than the odd wife or girlfriend. It's very awkward, since they are not interested in the same stuff the guys are, and have no idea what they should speak to the snooty British girl who doesn't drink, about...so with regret, no GTGs for me) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cc Posted October 22, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 I wonder what the waitress and bus boy thought about your tabletop. ha!!!!! ohh she was lookin....................... and the busboy too............... @vbarrett: regardless if your enthusiasms are male-centric, it makes an event like this exciting. a woman who can out-wit most guys and talk watches?? plus and dbl plus. my wife a would have a blast with you as she is fiesty too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornerstone Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Looks like it was great! In fact it looks like your were dividing up a heist! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Looks like a fine time was had by all, and I am glad you made it home with your watches intact. I would guess you did not have a police escort? Not sure about all of the watches tabled, but I do know 2 of them -- those 2 vintage Daytonas of Avitt's have become franken-lore here on the east coast. Vbarrett -> You are not the only tea-totler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Vic, come on now, why wouldn't you go to a GTG? I'd go, and I know I'd be the only woman there. So what. Maybe at first it would be a bit awkward, but after awhile I don't think it would matter really. You'd miss out on a wonderful opportunity to meet some nice peeps and try on watches, get ideas for future purchases. BTW, we did try to have a Chicago area GTG once, 5 people absolutely promised to come, and when it came time, there were only 2 of us who showed, and Trusty Andrew sent gifts for us, about 10 sets of watch repair tools. It was a real shame, and I soured on trying to organize a future GTG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegendofSpeed Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 It was a great time... and those Rolex franken's were ridiculous.... looking at them... i don't even know what adjectives to use... they were niiiiiice.... cc's 063 was beautiful too.... and seeing The Zigmeister's work on a sausage dial up close like that... well, mine was going to him anyways but now i can't wait for it to be done... as for women as GTG's... my wife almost came.... but then decided to sit it out... maybe if her new yachty had come then she would have wanted to floss.... you know, i think the key to a gtg is to have something low-key.... we just went to the neighborhood Corner Bakery and pulled up a chair... no signage or what-not.... as for the shot of all the watches on the table... well, i wanted to have a draft! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UB7 Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Awesome pics!! Now how the heck did you get that bezel so shiny on that white daytona??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplehd Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 How fun! I'm sorry but Chitown peeps are a bunch of slackers, a GTG has been tried about 4 times and nothing ever comes of it, bah! Lets get the word out about a Chitown get together then... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rxus Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 That was fantastic...I would be a tad bit worried having all those watches on a table at any restaurant here in south Florida. But you guys seemed to not be worried. I would defintely show up to any local gathering we could assemble here in the 305, I must have missed the details on this meeting you speak of that no one showed up. Great pics by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 That was a really good time It was great to meet some avid collectors, with a real appreciation for watches. For me, the highlight of the event was the busboy who came over to see if we were selling anything, and then proceeded to point out the only gen on the table (the Monte Blanc chrono) as his favorite That kid has a good eye Thanks to CC for making the arrangements Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tech Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Awesome...thanks for sharing and the posts.... i was wondering if any of the attendees now have other collecting aspirations after seeing other reps in the flesh? Most of my buys are based on other members experiences and of course the dealer's hype....so I never really get to see the rep first before making the buy... ...did that make sense? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagerolex Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Great post, I wish I had could have been there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cableguy Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 haha, thats fukin awesome. I'd loved to have been there. great pics, cool story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Estaban Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Lets get the word out about a Chitown get together then... I too would like to do this. Lets resurrect this idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jake48 Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 That was a really good time It was great to meet some avid collectors, with a real appreciation for watches. For me, the highlight of the event was the busboy who came over to see if we were selling anything, and then proceeded to point out the only gen on the table (the Monte Blanc chrono) as his favorite That kid has a good eye Thanks to CC for making the arrangements I have to say, I got a good laugh out of that one too! 30 + Reps on the table (and some very fine looking ones at that) and the bus boy picks the only Gen on the table as his favorite - classic! By the way, I was never much of a vintage Daytona fan untill I saw Avitt's masterpieces - holycr@p! Definitely works of art and those two Daytonas are one of those watches that pictures do no justice - have to see'm in person to appreciate just how fine they are. I look forward to the next GTG and I will bring a few more works in progress to change it up a little... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Thanks for the compliments on the Daytonas. What was really nice about this event is that everyone had their own individual specialties...it made for a very nice variety. To answer tech's question, these GTG are absolutely ideal for doing a little hands-on "shopping". For instance, I came away with the firm resolution to pick up my first Breitling and B&R reps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sql_pl Posted October 22, 2007 Report Share Posted October 22, 2007 Great watches great pics.... But those Daytonas..... OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Avitt what's the story? Both Val72? Please tell us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted October 23, 2007 Report Share Posted October 23, 2007 Avitt what's the story? Both Val72? Please tell us! Thanks again! Yup, the two are VJ72's. Here are a few earlier threads, which provide some background (the watches have enjoyed some "evolutionary" advances over time, so some of the earlier pics may not still apply): Watcha Doin', Honey? Conditioning The Dw Case This one's been simmering on the back burner for a while What does 12528 equal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cc Posted October 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2007 Awesome...thanks for sharing and the posts.... i was wondering if any of the attendees now have other collecting aspirations after seeing other reps in the flesh? Most of my buys are based on other members experiences and of course the dealer's hype....so I never really get to see the rep first before making the buy... ...did that make sense? I cannot decribe Avitt's daytonas.....they are BEAUTIFUL!!! It's one of those things where you HAVE to see them in person because pictures just don't capture its presence.....s.. @tech: i am going to research these frankens and Jake48's B&R. The great thing is that you can visually compare and try one the watches instead of looking at a 2D picture. i have added a B&R, vintage daytona, and a portuguese to my list......and my list was empty before the GTG........ @rxu: there were many gens surrounding us.... we just played like it was no biggie..... @avitt: thank you guys for coming!!! yes i remember the busboy. he does have a great eye.. @jake48: i still want your IWC!!! just finally got some to visit RWG and read the posts....today sucked at work as always. I'll pm you.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce79 Posted October 27, 2007 Report Share Posted October 27, 2007 Sorry I missed it. These GTG are great because in addition to meeting some fellow watch aficionados, you get to have a look at tons of watches...many of which you may have been thinking about getting yourself. It's like you get to sample them all... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kollektor Posted October 27, 2007 Report Share Posted October 27, 2007 Looks like a fine time had by all. Beautiful Daytonas! Funny that you poured all that steel and leather onto the table. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CY0811 Posted October 27, 2007 Report Share Posted October 27, 2007 Dude....OMFG those pics are nuts. It would be crazy if the joint got robbed during your GTG.....the crooks would think they hit the jackpot. Those DW's are SWEEETTTT by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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