u/Adventurous_Box4306

Time to relax......

Sorry, it is a 3065 not a 36065. Fat Fingers

This is my State Of The Collection today. (By the way, I am asking for a new watch box for Fathers Day.)

I am at a crossroads. It is a fused collection from my own 40 years of collecting and of my late Father's collection that he left me. I am trying to figure out which dress watches to part with cuz they really aren't my gig. Some will stay for sure like Dad's two tone Datejust which was ever present on his wrist since I was a kid. The Stainless Datejust was my first Rolex purchase so that will be hard to part with. But others are very collectable like his 1940'-50's 18K Rose Gold Hooded Bubleback 3065 in mint condition. That watch is currently being overhauled by the Master Horologist at Bailey's Rolex Restoration. It will be in perfect condition when I get it back but will probably move on from my clan. It is very special, rare, and beautiful but also very petite. I know I will hardly ever wear it if at all. I prefer the 1950's 10K Gold Oyster Precision 6022 he left me. That watch totally rocks me and I do wear it for dress occasions. The only problem with the 3065 is that it was a gift from my Mom to my Dad for their 25th anniversary. Now I have it. Still, that one watch could turn into 1 super nice watch that I would like to have in my collection and several other more daily types if it sells for what I think it is worth. It is a tough choice to make. 2 watches not represented in these pictures are my Longines 18K gold art deco 1950's Tank and another tank that I cant even remember what it is. They are being serviced at the Bailey's as well. I think in the end, Dad would want me to make it my collection and not his. When the time comes, I plan to pass the SOTC on to my sons and I really don't care what they do with it. I would hope they keep anything that stirs them emotionally and gives them fond memories. Sell the rest and buy something special for your family or if you don't want it at all, sell the whole damn thing. I will be in a much better place where watches probably are not needed! I would like to trim the collection down to 12, possibly 14 max slots, not counting the pocket watch. That stays for sure!! It was my Great Grandfathers and it has his name engraved on the case back. Still runs well today.

Thoughts Welcomed.

She was my first Rolex. Gonna bring her to the client meeting this morning for good luck.

EVERYBODY HAD A STRAPPING TIME!

I know they are common, but this one is now MINE! She is pretty like my wife.

Geezer Power!

Here is the offspring of a beautiful relationship going on with my wrist!

Rocking the Steinhart Ocean 39 Green today