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So happy! My first Rolex Oyster Perpetual series 116334

Collector ShowcasesPublished 2017-05-19

　　I have been following the 5N website for many years, mostly lurking, and thought it was time to post a review. I won't go into how I liked watches as a child; like many fellow enthusiasts, I've had digital, quartz, and mechanical watches, all of which have long since disappeared. Let's start from 12. In 12, I turned 30, reaching the age of independence. My parents bought me an Omega, which I chose myself. At the time, I hadn't joined any watch forums and only knew that to buy a watch, you went to a department store. Once there, I set my sights on this Omega De Ville. We live in a small city, and the department store had just started carrying Omega in 12. According to the salesperson, I was the first customer, and I got a ten percent discount, which made me very happy; I felt I had gotten a great deal. I cherished this watch, but... never mind, I won't go into it, but I treasured it regardless. Later, I joined watch forums and had my eyes opened, learning that there were so many better options. Afterwards, I became 'infected' with the hobby, moving from O to Rolex, then to AP, PP, and so on, browsing every day. Fortunately, I had good willpower. Later, in 13, I saw a fellow enthusiast on the forum buy a Beihai and thought domestic watches were quite good too. After applying to my wife and receiving approval from the 'superior leadership,' I bought a Beihai, limited to 2008 pieces. I later contacted the Beihai sales representative online and ordered the number 1314. This watch is currently in another city, and I will add photos later.

　　I have been following the 5N website for many years, lurking in the background, and thought it was time to post a review. I won't go into my childhood love for watches; like many enthusiasts, I have owned digital, quartz, and mechanical watches, all of which have long since vanished. Let's start from 12. In 12, I turned 30, reaching the age of independence. My parents bought me an Omega, which I chose myself. At the time, I hadn't discovered watch forums and only knew that to buy a watch, you went to a department store. Once there, I set my heart on this De Ville. We live in a small city, and the department store had only just started stocking Omega in 12. According to the salesperson, I bought the first one, and they gave me a ten percent discount. I was thrilled and felt I had got a great deal. I cherished this watch, but... never mind, I won't go into it. Regardless, I still treasure it. Later, I joined watch forums and had my eyes opened to how many better options existed. Afterwards, I became obsessed, moving from Omega to Rolex, then to Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, and so on. I spent every day browsing, but fortunately, I had good willpower. Later, in 13, I saw a fellow enthusiast on the forum buy a Beihai watch and thought domestic watches were quite good too. After applying to my wife and receiving approval from the higher authorities, I bought a Beihai, limited to 2008 pieces. I then contacted the Beihai sales representative online to order the number 1314. This watch is currently in another city, and I will add photos later.

　　I have tried quite a few Rolex watches myself, but I have never tried the Datejust 2. The Daytona or the Milgauss didn't feel quite right on my wrist; they didn't match my style. Besides, they are too expensive in China, so I thought I would take a good look when I go abroad. If that doesn't work out, I'll go for an IWC.

　　So, one day while browsing the 5N website, I saw a watch that was love at first sight—a watch I couldn't forget even in my dreams: the Rolex Oyster Perpetual series 116334. I was so excited that I nervously went to discuss it with my wife. To my surprise, she actually agreed and said, 'If you like it, buy it.' So, I felt relieved and ordered this watch (I must say, the shipping was very fast; it arrived the next day, haha!). Once I received the watch and put it on, I didn't want to take it off. This is my watch; even the bracelet fits perfectly, with no need to remove or add links. This has fulfilled my Rolex dream. I want to thank my dear wife here. In the days to come, I will wear my Rolex and hold your hand, and you can carry the money; let's grow old together like this! (My wife manages the money in our house). Alright, time for photos!

　　开心!第一次入手劳力士蚝式恒动系列116334