It was my birthday last month, and whilst Wills was in Zurich he visited the world famous Bucherer store.
So, I am now the owner of a really lovely new (pre-used) watch.
I haven't worn a watch for decades. I've relied on either Lady M, a big clock in the kitchen, or the bells from our nearby village church; and in the UK much the same other than I don't have a big clock in the kitchen.
Wills bought me an Oyster Perpetual Datejust. A simple but very elegant watch, that amazingly came with two 'Teaspoons' made by the same famous maker; very chic!
I really wasn't expecting a birthday present, let alone a watch. What a lovely, thoughtful, and generous boy he is.
I've said it before; I am really blessed with my two sons (and my daughter, of course). I really don't deserve them.
I shan't mention the make of the watch in case I get mugged! But it rhymes with 'smug bast*rd'.
A lovely present. I never wear a watch at home but rely on the numerous clocks in the house and the back porch. I am lost without one when out.
ReplyDeleteI haven't worn one for decades, but now I shall wear one always; except for swimming and sleeping.
DeleteBut the watch is waterproof..to probably 100 metres. So you can happily swim without taking it off.
DeleteI never trust them when they say 'Waterproof'.
DeleteThe watch I wear is waterproof and I happily shower and swim whilst wearing it…not a problem
DeleteHad your watch been the subject of a private sale, I could see being cautious but it came from the “world famous” store so I am sure it would have been properly serviced and had the appropriate seals properly fitted.
I believe 'Bucherer' only sell pre-used and serviced watches. If you want a brand new one you have to order it specifically; they are made to order.
DeleteJug of mustard? I have no idea of the make. It sounds as though I should. It looks a very smart watch.
ReplyDeleteI don't wear one either unless on an off island trip. However I think the 3 I have all need new batteries.
I'd wear and treasure any watch from my children, especially one like that.
What a thoughtful and very special gesture
Mine is a self-winding watch, so much better for forgetful people like me.
DeleteThere is no delicate way to say it, Cro: If, when I get to your age, my son gave me a watch I'd be worried. Whom the bell tolls, springs to mind.
ReplyDeleteAnyway, I take it that it came with the self understood caveat that either Wills or his son will inherit it.
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PS My initial guess was a Breitner. However, considering Wills' love of fast cars: A Maserati?
Yes of course, it'll be left to either him or one of his boys. I just hope I have some time left to enjoy it. Both your guesses are wrong, a clue is atop the Bucherer store!
DeleteOf course you'll have time left to enjoy your new watch. Even if only a second (only joking).
DeleteTo me TIME is the ultimate conundrum. When young we don't give it a thought. Time stretches ahead with wanton abandon. When I was about ten I thought I'd never reach adulthood. Now? HA! Who'd have thought that my son is now thirty three; in a few weeks' time thirty four. He was born yesterday. A miracle. Now towering over me - not just in height but in wisdom (YP - take note).
To put it another way: The kitchen timer makes me jump out of my skin; it shrieks. The Hour Glass? You know, boiling an egg? Sand, ever so silently, slowly trickling? That's another dimension.
All the gold one may amass in a life time will never BUY you time.
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I used to think that I'd never see the year 2001, but that is now well behind us. I have just replaced my kitchen timer (in the form of a Tomato), and it does the same as yours; far TOO LOUD.
Delete2001? That's ages ago. What on earth made you think that? Well done you.
DeleteStrange though how we fixate on dates. Two of my mother's many brothers predicted the age they'd die. One the age his mother/my grandmother died. The other his father/my grandfather died. Both were spot on. Makes you wonder about correlation/causation/coincidence.
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The men in my family all die around the same age. I'm trying to ignore it.
DeleteWills was clearly thinking ahead to make sure that he retains his place in your will. I couldn't find any watch brand names that rhyme with "Smug Bast*rd". How do you pronounce the * anyway?
ReplyDeleteI don't think he'd be worrying about a paltry £million or two. He's doing OK.
DeleteA gift for the man who has everything.
ReplyDeleteOr the man who has nothing.
DeleteA watch that will last a lifetime, may you wear it for many happy years. I own a couple of expensive watches, and wear a Casio quartz watch - constantly. I only take it off the adjust the date in months following months with less than 31 days. I feel undressed without it.
ReplyDeleteMine keeps remarkable good time; to the second. Of course I shall have to adjust the date occasionally, but that will be a pleasure too.
DeleteYou are one lucky man! Family is everything and you do have two wonderful sons and they do both have exceptional taste in gifts.
ReplyDeleteYou'll enjoy the new luxe watch.
I am so lucky. My children have all turned out to be lovely people. I couldn't have asked for more.
DeleteLucky you. I have always wanted one. I've got a box full of watches that require batteries. I finally bought an Apple Watch. I charge it on my computer. No more batteries. Plus, it sends me little messages all day and even tells me when it's my bedtime. What more could anyone want in a watch? :) Seriously, it was a very thoughtful and wonderful gift from your son.
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