TeeJay Posted March 2, 2008 Report Share Posted March 2, 2008 For me RWG is not about the watches.....not any more....yes there will be future purchases but I know I already have enough to last a lifetime. No to me RWG is about the people, people who will reach out in times of crisis to console my wife and report back to my many friends on any progress (my health scare), people who left so many pages of good wishes for me it took days to read on my return. And people who were moved to send me small gifts, you will never know how much you brightened my day. I am so honored to be a part of the Admin team of this board full of so many fine people. So yeah RWG is not about the watches to me, it's about the people and to the people I say thank you. Ken Edit to add; I see I am getting some stars, please when time to tally exclude me from any winners list, I only wanted to give my feelings on our site. Well said, Ken, and, with the boldened text, likewise. I do not want to win supporter status. My support of this forum will be from nothing but my own efforts of support. I just wanted to say what the forum means to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omegaunit Posted March 2, 2008 Report Share Posted March 2, 2008 Greetings and Salivations! I stumbled across RWG quite by accident... while looking for a Rolex Daytona Rep. I began by collecting pocket watches, I loved the quality of the movements and at the time they were really cheap. I taught myself basic watch repair and bought watches that needed a cleaning or mainspring replacement. Then I began to collect Gen wristwatches I could afford, usually the ones that needed a little TLC. I used to go garage sales and Flea Markets looking for these horological treasures. There were times when I literally had to run ahead of other watch collectors to get to a certain stall first. I mean it was competitive! While negotiating the price of a vintage Rolex with a dealer, another guy came and started a bidding war! I got tired of all the running around and the watch collecting hobby came to a standstill. The first rep I bought was back in 1993. A Rolex Day Date, quartz, chromed plastic! I wore it for a while before I realized how silly it was. I didn't realize how good reps were till I saw a few on FleaBay. These type of listings would vanish as soon as somebody pointed out that it was a rep. One of the reps I saw was of the Daytona. I couldn`t believe how good it looked. Stainless steel and mechanical, not chrome covered brass or quartz. And so my quest for knowledge began, and while googling for the rep Daytona I came across many sites offering Italian and Swiss reps and in the middle I found RWG. I would like to thank RWG for renewing my interest in watch collecting and for my rapidly dwindling savings account! The information here is invaluable and I have learned a lot about Gens by comparing them to their Reps. Long live RWG! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireman_Fred Posted March 2, 2008 Report Share Posted March 2, 2008 RWG is my favourite waste of time !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted March 2, 2008 Report Share Posted March 2, 2008 RWG is my favourite waste of time !! Just bought this classic track to mind My Favorite Waste of Time - Owen Paul (Ignore the movie, just enjoy the music ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daytona4me Posted March 3, 2008 Report Share Posted March 3, 2008 @G Not a "Tard"... But a [censored]... TT Nice of Chieftang and HikeUSA to "Agree" with you. Paybacks a [censored]... as TT would say.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted March 3, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 3, 2008 Nice of Chieftang and HikeUSA to "Agree" with you. Paybacks a [censored]... as TT would say.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted March 3, 2008 Report Share Posted March 3, 2008 @Gents, please delete my "stars" count as well..... I'm just here for the free beer and popcorn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raijor Posted March 3, 2008 Report Share Posted March 3, 2008 I view this place as part of life's toy department. It is a place for enjoying my interests with the like minded individuals and where the more serious side of life usually doesn't intrude. This is the place that my parents warned against when I was growing up and they said "life is not all fun and games." Life may not be all fun and games but it is good that I have some place for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doc savage Posted March 3, 2008 Report Share Posted March 3, 2008 I joined four different replica watch forums around the same time, and RWG just "stuck" somehow. I'll try to describe why: 1) Intelligence--I know how difficult it can be to maintain a healthy forum atmosphere, and RWG has it. A core of intelligent, informed, polite, patient, and helpful members set the standard for others to join in the conversation in a way that actually contributes to the group. For that alone RWG is a great site; with mature, entertaining, and interactive content that never feels too restricted or over-moderated. 2) Passion--Not just people who know watches but people who LOVE them, and it's contagious. I grew up loving watches--having a high-tech gadget on my wrist was part of my daily escape into my imagination. My ordinary wristwatch was a communication device, radar, and high-powered laser weapon all in one--as long as no one was looking. As an adult my love of watches faded into the background, although I picked up a fashion watch here and there, even some that tempted the imagination (like the Fossil 007 watch) it was never more than a passing fancy. Even when I decided I wanted an Omega and was actively shopping for one, I didn't have my heart set on any watch. After a week or so on RWG, the reviews, comments, and photos on this site had me lusting after all kinds of watches. I don't think I would have ever discovered the timeless beauty of a historic PAM on a fine leather strap without this site. It may not have imaginary lasers, but it certainly sparks the imagination. 3) Community--Another hallmark of a great site. In the short time I've been here I've seen several selfless acts of kindness and generosity, people giving to the community and asking nothing in return. It's the kind of thing that makes you want to "pay it forward", both on- and off-line. I could go on all day, but the bottom line is that I'm hooked on this site. In all honesty, I just expected to join up, buy a couple of watches, and move on. It doesn't look like that could ever happen, there's just too much to talk about. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted March 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2008 Bump... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KB Posted March 5, 2008 Report Share Posted March 5, 2008 Could I just add that Double T has stated that only Gold stars count, so if you agree with a post or think it's funny still leave a gold star otherwise your vote is wasted. Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dvn Posted March 5, 2008 Report Share Posted March 5, 2008 i don't know how to describe but i have to visit RWG at least once a day... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadog13 Posted March 5, 2008 Report Share Posted March 5, 2008 Share "what RWG means to you" with the community... ...one BIG friend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted March 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2008 Bump... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carl Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Bump... OK it's been bumped enough times by TT that an old timer can tell the truth. I am here only because of the well moderated illegal craziness of the whole thing. I know how it got started but I don't know how it will end. But I will be here for it. Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capice Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Too much time on here, nervousness when I missed a day to check.... exchange of knowledges on every field of watches, experiences from members to share, interesting stories, meeting interesting people. After the awesome GTG in Brussels having some more true friends with the same crazy hobby I suppose I will be here till the end of days Tnx to T and everyone else for making this possible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted March 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 Ok... We have our winners... The following 6 members will upgraded to Supporter Status for 1 Year... We are going with 6 because we had a tie for number 5... If you haven't taken the time to read there Posts, please do so... Thanks again to our anonymous donor... Double T SubFrog 11 Shundi 8 Lifter Catcher 6 Doc Savage 6 Specialvat 5 Omegaunit 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doc savage Posted March 12, 2008 Report Share Posted March 12, 2008 Whoa, I'm a supporter now? Thanks! I feel like I need to do something supportive.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubFrog Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 Wow...I am quite grateful! As stated above...Thanks again to our anonymous donor! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shundi Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 Thanks so much to the Anonymous Donor and this forum as a whole. I'll repay this favor soon Shundi PS- I'd write more but it's rum night...our university just lost the NEC Championship against Mount Saint Mary's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hambone Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 Really Weird Groupies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jds Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 RWG means a place where I can go to find expert, sometimes not expert, advice on my new hobby. I have been able to start my collection with great info and resources from a variety of members. I aslo find it a great mid day break to escape the daily work crud. Thanks to all at RWG for a great resource. -jds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialvat Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 Indeed thanks all and to the person who donated the memberships, very kind. I m now going to have to buy more watches as way of showing my gratitude. I may even get around to taking a picture if I can ever get one in focus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiker01 Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 Ok... We have our winners... The following 6 members will upgraded to Supporter Status for 1 Year... We are going with 6 because we had a tie for number 5... If you haven't taken the time to read there Posts, please do so... Thanks again to our anonymous donor... Double T SubFrog 11 Shundi 8 Lifter Catcher 6 Doc Savage 6 Specialvat 5 Omegaunit 5 Congrats to all! Well done, ADMIN! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LifterCatcher Posted March 14, 2008 Report Share Posted March 14, 2008 Awesome I am so excited thanks a lot. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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