Ok! A few things I should add in! 1. A lot of people think this may have been a person trying to hit on me. 😂 as much as I wish that was the case… I think any female can tell the difference between someone who fancies them and someone who might be a bit dangerous 😂 it’s not like our eyes locked, and we had a moment. Hahah. Dude looked at my watch and began following me. 😂🙈 You can definitely tell the difference! And 2. I think I should have said a bit more: I am really lucky this ended the way that it did. There are so many people that didn’t have the happy ending I had! It’s been a big warning for me. 💕💕💕

Dear women, SAY SOMETHING. Walk up to someone who works there, say a guy is following you around the store and you feel weird. Make sure the guy sees you do this. He will usually leave. You don't need to say anything about your watch. You're not trying to get him arrested. Just look at him, point, and say something.

London is so messed up right now. Thugs know it and navigate. I don’t recommend wearing an expensive watch in big cities, at least not exposed 😖

Very sorry you had to go through that. I hope this feeling passes soon and you feel safe to wear that beautiful watch again :) You're the best, Britt! Watch fam is here to support you!

I'm a 6' 4" 220 lb male and I have had a (sort of) similar journey with my new Rolex GMT. Like you i never thought I'd own this watch but was offered one from the AD earlier this year. I travel quite a bit - and after all that's the whole point of the GMT, isn't it? I wore it on a trip and didn't feel safe the whole week - and now don't wear it while travelling anymore. A bit sad really as I love the watch. As a result of all that I've just bought the Seiko 5 GMT blueberry - which to be honest is brilliant and will perfect to travel with.

Totally agree with your concerns over personal safety. Personally, I’ve switched back to wearing my JLC Geophysic 1958 for this exact reason. No one knows what it is and it draws no unscrupulous attention. Yet it’s an amazing piece. Sad state of affairs that these concerns need to be factored in.

You did the right thing being nervous, the guy may have wanted to strike up a conversation about the watch to chat you up, but you never know these days. Its a shame you won't wear it, but I get it. Its the same reason I won't have a flashy car on the drive, its a theft magnet and I would never relax! I tend to wear my Omega 300 every day, but I am always 'aware' of who has noticed it, and I could imagine in your position that being scary, my wife's had a few similar experiences! Love the channel and the more casual/chatty approach, feels like im at the pub with a mate!

Im so happy that nothing happened to you britt. I definitely understand how you felt. Sometimes I’ve been on vacation and I’ve wore just my Seiko strange people took a look at it weirdly. You’re just worried at the moment especially cuz what’s happening at the moment. Glad you’re fine💞

Thanks for sharing and I'm really sorry you don't feel safe wearing that beautiful Daytona but I get it. I'm on a wait list for a Rolex wimbledon and I really hope I don't feel that way since I live close to Toronto. We'll see how i feel if I get the call. Love the videos!

I’m glad to hear it turned out this way - and this guy was so obvious in following you. In a nicer part of town they might have had spotters as we heard from Paul. Definitely good to be on the safe side if something doesn’t feel right. Yes, it’s a real shame one has to be so careful with high-end watches these days. I wouldn’t even want to wear a CasiOak mod because one of those idiots might mistake it for an AP. And speaking of Casio: not even sure about the £1500 titanium model. They might even try to take that!

Gringa! Sorry to hear you about your experience. Back in June/July and here in the US, there were a lot of news stories regarding police departments (especially NY and LA) warning people not to wear watches and jewelry in public. Anyway it does make you think. There were a couple of times in the past few months, when I was decided to wear one of my Hamiltons or a G-Shock, instead of one of my Tudors, because of where I was going and what I was doing. And looking back I hated that feeling. Blessed be the Gringa and Long live the Cult. Also, the US version of the cheap everything store would be probably be a "Dollar General".

Hi good morning Brit, sorry to hear that, but don’t worry 😉 keep enjoying your watch be happy have a nice weekend 😊

So far I managed to avoid trouble by wearing my most “popular” pieces along with REALLY casual outfits, so much so that the watch is automatically tagged as fake, or not worth the risk of checking out. With more formal attires, JLC, Lange and other less known brands are practically invisible.

Sorry to hear that Brittney, hope everything is okay. IMO it's such drag that you can not wear your fav watch and have to be paranoid all the time when you wear it outside the house or usual area. At this point most of ROLEX turned me off due to well known Thieves Pick-up List, too much Brand Exposure and Flex Culture like RM, Patek and AP, while Tudor and OMEGA or underdog brand are the safer watch to wear nowadays. Wish you all the best Gringa!

Sorry to hear about your experience Brit. And I highly doubt that you're exaggerating the situation at all. Intuition is an incredibly powerful tool for avoiding danger and if your intuition told you that man may be dangerous, he most likely was. Never doubt that instinct, it evolved to keep you and your ancestors alive for centuries. And it's probably best to keep your watches off your wrist unless you're in a safe place or around people who can protect you.

Sorry to hear you had that experience. That’s not fun at all. Although, I’m a 5 foot 9 male and quite stocky, I have really struggled with the idea of buying a Rolex or an Omega for basically the same reason. Not worried about the watch, necessarily being stolen, but I am worried about being beaten, or even killed for it. It’s a sad thing where you can’t necessarily wear something that you enjoy out in public anymore. I live in Canada, just outside of Toronto, where everything feels quite safe, but you just never know. I would love to own a Rolex an Omega but for the very reason you just described in this video it’s some thing I really haven’t felt comfortable doing. And I especially would not feel comfortable travelling anywhere outside of Canada wearing it. So then it becomes what’s the point of having it if you can’t wear it and enjoy it? Anyway, I hope your experience hasn’t completely ruined your love of the Rolex. Oh, and a special shout out for the Zellers stores. I miss them lol.

It’s so sad to hear that these things are getting more common. Watches are so mainstream now and so easily recognized by everyone including thieves. Hope you recover from this incident and start wearing that beautiful piece again

Rolex should do a chrono where the top pusher is a siren and the bottom sprays acid into an attacker’s face.

Sorry to hear this happened to you, Britt. I’ve been thinking about this as I live in a very safe place now but my wife is excited to find a new place to live… I don’t want to move to a place where this type of thing is an issue. I love London but it’s obviously more dangerous than even just a few years ago.

The world is f**ed up when it comes to going out with nice watches. Sorry to hear about this experience 😐 I hope you can enjoy your watches in future but awareness is probably inevitable. Big hug 🤗

Yeah, I hear you. I've had things stolen from me and it's not a great feeling. I deal with this in two ways: I don't wear or carry anything I can't afford to lose, and if I can't afford to lose it but want it with me, I insure it. I'm not a pro photographer but I still have a $15,000 rider for camera equipment on my insurance. That way I can carry those big white lenses to any part of any city and be assured that if I DO get robbed, there's new equipment in my future. I'd insure any jewelry over $2000 including watches.

As a AD, we noticed over the summer months Clients phoning in to ask what Watches we could recommend as an alternative to their Rolex, as they didn’t feel comfortable or safe wearing a Rolex with short sleeves in certain areas of the UK !

Hi Britt, you showed situational awareness, always better to play it safe. I took two watches to get appraised and felt like a sitting duck outside the Appraiser's building. As his Office was on the third floor. Anyways, very glad that you are okay!

Sorry to hear that :( Personally, I would not wear an expensive watch if I'm going swimming, shopping at supermarkets, walking in crowded areas or travelling. There are other watches that best fit these situations like Casio, Seiko, a smart watch ...etc since I don't like to worry about stuff when I'm out. I hope that everyone stays safe however, these watches are becoming very expensive and more people releaize this now than 5 years ago.

That guy was totally going to rob you. Good job of situational awareness on your part. The US version is Dollar General.

Brit your instincts were good. So pleased u got home unscathed… see my friend Curt’s message. Good advice!

Really sorry you had to experience this. Sad to think that myself and others like yourself up and down the UK always have to have eyes in the back of our head when out in public with a nice watch.

Smart Britt, your well being, and even just your sense of safety is much more important than your watch statement even though it's a great watch we want you to be safe.

You’re not overreacting. We now live in a society where theft and assault is no longer considered a crime. I rarely wear any of my luxury watches in public but when I do I always place my right over my watch when someone approaches me

0:01 to 0:03 (before and after of laser hair removal) 😆 Sorry Brittany 😆 On a serious note though I am with you and contemplating selling my Daytona and moving to a VC. It is just not worth the hassle and takes the enjoyment out having a watch you love. Crazy times. Great video 🙏👏🥃

I'm very sorry to hear about all this, especially considering how much you love that timepiece...

Sounds like you’ve had a narrow escape. I bought my Rootbeer from Newcastle and the AD escorted me back to my car and seen me pull away in my car before he turned and walked back to the shop. Above and beyond if you ask me. I am disabled so that might have had something to do with it. Best have your Gshock on hand when you go to the next city. Glad you’re ok Brittany. ❤️

I think you read into the situation well and sorry to hear you were put in an uncomfortable situation. Smart of you to put distance between you and the other person. There’s an obvious difference when someone is “trying to talk to you” vs eyeing your stuff in a store. Hope you both stay safe!

In Hong Kong, we also saw a significant higher count of robbery (80 rolex were robbed from a shop!). The economy is getting worse, people are getting crazy. Glad that you and your watch are safe.

Thats scary, awful to hear and for you to go through. Does feel it’s getting worse and not worth taking the risk. Watches that wear out and watches that can enjoy at home. So sad it’s become this way.

I guess it's just a silent subscriber that's too shy to approach but still amazed seeing you offline so he's admiring while giving space. Idk

Had a similar experience about a year ago with my TT Datejust (the current 36 model) and that was my dream watch but after almost losing my life over it I sold it for what is now pretty much my daily being an Aqua Terra 38 black dial on bracelet. I've had people say I like your watch but no shady characters have noticed it which is fine with me. The Rolex brand image has just been off putting for me after that experience, I would have loved to buy a birth year TT Sub but that's definitely never happening now RIP 💀💀. Anywho glad to hear that you're alright tho, praying that it was a one off experience. Have a good Sunday!!

Thanks for sharing Britt, sorry to hear of your experience. Sounds scary and may well be a worrying insight into watch crime spreading out of the biggest cities in the UK. Hope you can feel safe to wear in the future.

good job understanding possible danger, making a plan and acting . if you get that 'feeling' , the chances of danger were present. know your surroundings - a great 'heads -up' to all. be safe GRINGA . ~ JDS/CT

Hey , how long did you have to wait for goldsmiths to get you the black ceramic Daytona.. I’ve been waiting 2 years already haha

Never go against your gut feeling Gringa! Your gut never lies, that's why God gave it to us. I'm so glad you are safe🙂

That was part of why I got rid of my Hulk - not interested in getting stabbed really or having to be aware of 360 degrees all the time in central. Good that you have the spidey sense.

Sorry to hear Britt. I live in the US and where I live no knows what I am wearing 99% of the time. I have had two people comment on my watches in last year or so. Unless in an AD or a jewelry store. Hopefully you can get past this go back to being able to enjoy your Daytona. Great video keep up the good work 👍

Dang that’s messed up you had to experienced this but it’s not just the Daytona it’s Rolex ,Cartier, Patek, and A.P people are becoming aware in general of high end watches in general. So you just have to be aware and careful. Glad you safe. Good video.

I'm glad you followed your instinct and remained safe. Who knows what this guy was up to? He may simply have been enamored with a watch that he rarely sees in public, or he may have wanted to rob you. Either way, it's not worth the risk to find out. On a side note, this is nothing against you in the least, but if you eat a steak in the middle of a room full of people eating rice, someone is bound to be jealous or have nefarious intentions. It's sad, but with the current divide between the wealthy and the less fortunate growing, it's only going to get worse.

Whenever I ask a stranger about their watch, I try to say the model name instead of the brand. For instance, I'll say "is that a seamster?" Instead of saying "is that an omega?" Or another example, "is that a datejust?" Instead of saying "is that a Rolex?" Doing this attracts less attention from would be thieves, who instantly know brand names. It also makes them more comfortable, because they know I'm a watch geek that way.

It's not worth the worry Britt. When I was backpacking in South America, I left my watch on a table at an outdoor cafe in Caracas, Venezuela and some guy just grabbed it and ran! It was a Casio Royale.....and it was many years before I got up the courage to wear one again. 😜🤣🤣

Not had any experiences when wearing my sub. but i do think about where i'm going and put on my g shock if i'm going somewhere dodgy. Be carfull Britt. Stealth wealth is the way forward i think.

Good job. Always trust your instincts. We have them for a reason. This, sadly, is why I’ve stopped wearing all my Rolex. Sucks but I feel my safety is more important.

You should continue wearing what you want just be aware of your surroundings (sounds like you already were in this case), also get the watch insured. I felt the same way you currently do and stopped wearing my pieces for a few months as crime in NYC continues to go up, two of my friends were robbed at gunpoint for their jewelry at a coffee shop in the middle of a weekday. We've gotten past that now and my wife and I continue to wear our AP's and Rolex's. Don't let one bad apple deter you from enjoying what you love. Think about how many people you've walked past that either don't take notice to the watch or appreciate it and move on. There are far more good people on the streets as opposed to bad.

Flip that hype machine! :) really sorry to hear this Brit.... worrying part of wearing certain watches is the fear...100% This is not helpful, but my opinion about the Daytona: I've never really liked them but would understand if it really speaks to you.... I think that a lot of people desire these watches simply based on hype and popularity. They've been influenced (have a watch of Pete Mcconville's new vid).... Honestly I would take a Nomos Club, a Breitling Superocean, a Doxa ceramic, of course a speedy and MANY others over a Daytona design... P.s. in Bristol now after 3 years... man I forgot how crazy and busy it is.... I'm really not enjoying this as much as I remember

I'm impressed by the camera quality! What camera are you using?

Personal safety is everyone's business. Hanging a 20/40/60 thousand dollar watch on your wrist is red meat for criminals. I think you made a good decision in leaving the Rolex at home. I really like your channel. Be safe and keep making great content.

Sorry to hear, Britt. It’s horrible out there. Friend of mine had his DateJust literally ripped off his arm recently, while he crashed to the floor. Both his pride and head are bruised. Fortunately, he was insured. I’ve never owned a Rolex. Had the chance a few times, but opted for - and preferred - Tudor. But I’ve heard stories of all sorts of watches being taken recently, including Tudor. 😞 Take care, and by the way, you have a fantastic surname. 😃

Yeah I totally get this feeling and I’m 6’4 and work in London. I have noticed my Tudors getting that kind of unwanted attention on the Tube etc and I can only imagine how a woman must feel when you are blatantly having your wrist clocked and it’s worth 6-7 x more. Sadly the more these thefts continue the less comfortable people will be wearing them unless they are getting a taxi each way out for something relatively safe like a meal. I mostly just wear my Seikos and CWC SBS now tbh until I’m back home in Gloucestershire where it definitely feels safer as the locals aren’t as clued up.

Oh my word so sorry to hear this! It's terrible that wearing a nice watch out can now put us at risk of harm or robbery. One way around it that I personally do is wear a nice rubber strap on them. Makes the watch far harder to recognise but you still get to enjoy it!

Unfortunately, how things are now this is going to become widespread across the U.K. But, Brit, you are now well known. You need to take precautions. Both away from, and at home. Sad but true.

This is sooo not Okay. 🙁.I am from Dubai and studied in UK in the 80s. Such things were unheard of. Recently picked my Tudor Harrods edition and was so scarred to walk to my hotel with a Harrods bag in hand. Are the authorities really that unaware of what’s going on or such daylight thefts are just too low on the priority list because much bigger crimes are taking place in the cities? Either way such a shame. Pls stay safe and do wear your watch in good health and safety

Good video Britney. What watches in yours or your husbands collection to you find to be “under the radar”. Do you find your Tudor black bay 58 to be risky to wear considering it looks similar to a Rolex sub?

This is a bummer but a genuine concern. Here in LA, I only wear my Rolex watches if I'm going to a nice restaurant, I'm pulling up straight to the valet and walking inside and then going straight back to the car and home after. I never wear them just walking around like I used to. It sucks to have to think that way but here we are. Really sorry that happened to you.

It’s really sad that one can’t enjoy his/hers watches anymore, I live in NYC and here too watch theft has gone up crazy.

I was wondering if the F91W was gonna get a mention and was NOT disappointed LOL. But seriously Britt I’m sorry you had to go through this.

I'm glad you're safe. You should continue trusting your instincts. Your subconscious notices what your conscious misses. I've started to wear my less noticeable watch to avoid that kind of attention. I hope it doesn't stay like this, I really love to enjoy my watches. I hope one day you can fall back in love with your Daytona and others that you don't feel safe wearing.

Your concerns a totally valid and legitimate. That sounded like a Really scary experience, and I’m sorry I’m a larger bloke and I feel at risk wearing nice watches round London. And I carry a vicarious fear for my girlfriend when she wears her Tank, and she’s also fearful. It’s such a shame, and it makes me really sad more than anything. These watches are built to be worn out in the wild! But safety and feeling safe is far more important. The real winner in this story is Papi though, ngl….!

When you have the experience you described most likely your instincts were spot on. Very good that you were paying attention (it's called situational awareness) for actual victims usually do not. And it's human nature to think that happens to others, not me. So glad this worked out for you. Stay safe.

Sorry that happened to you, that does sound like a horrible experience - and for what it's worth, I don't think it was in your head, I would totally have read a guy who acted that way as trying to get in position for a robbery. Very glad you got out of it ♥

I never had to worry about this until now. Am I ever gonna be able to wear any of my grails if I get them in the future? Would there be any point in buying one if this could happen?

that happens everywhere in europe with open boarders

Probably because I didn't grow up in an ultra-safe country, the idea of strolling around wearing a very expensive and highly recognizable item seems crazy to me.

Really sad what's been happening, a few suggestions I've taken based on personal experience. ALWAYS carry a flash light, not the iPhone ones but get a Flash Light that fits onto your keychain - and make sure it has a strobe feature. Another is that I wear my watch on a Nato strap and have it face inwards when I'm in a place where I don't feel safe - or just take it off and put it in my pocket. We can only do so much, always be aware of your surroundings. Stay safe and stay aware. Well wishes. [P.S. I used to work at Woolworths AU during my Uni days, and can confirm that we have people who are "plain clothes" and roam the aisles to watch people - because it's rude if the staff or security does it. This is a common practice in certain stores. Not saying you looked dodgy, but it could've been one of those situations too - I am not sure, I have never worked in UK. I just know that we had a person that looked like a shopper who would keep an eye or follow people who he suspected]

Even your most gloomy videos cheer me up immensely! :) xxx True though. I bought a green NATO for my new no-date Sub in the hope of making it stand out as less, and still can't bring myself to take it off the bracelet...or wear it outside of the house! Explorers and OP, I have no issues. As awareness of watches increases at the same time economies as decrease, this can be expected to become more of an issue, as you say. A real shame indeed. Maybe/hopefully the result will be a drive towards uniqueness in watch wearing/collecting, rather than the collecting of hyped models?

Sorry to hear that, but I get it. I've got a big watch purchase I'm debating right now. Even if I were to text my sales rep at the AD to go on the Rolex wait list/get a watch at some point, am I going to feel comfortable wearing it regularly? It would be a shame not to. Also, if I do get mugged or whatever, I would be upset, but not sobbing if I lost a Black Bay GMT vs. a Rolex GMT Master II, you know? Maybe I go more stealth with a Grand Seiko? Speedmaster seems to go under the radar a bit more, I think. I'm the total opposite of a smaller guy and generally feel safe. I don't know, but I'd be happy to take that Daytona off your hands for only a 40% discount off MSRP haha (sorry, couldn't resist). It's also interesting watching you become hardcore Britt. 🙂 Anyway, be safe.

Sorry to hear that happened. As someone who almost had their motorcycle stolen a month ago, I can't stand people who can't let others enjoy the things they paid good money for. In your case though, I wonder if you could have asked the cashier if security could escort you out since you were worried about your safety. Granted it sounds like you had walked to the shop vs drove, so not like security could have walked you to your car before you drove off.

Hi Britt! Sorry for your bad experience! here in Geneva where I live you can go around with 3 daytona on your wrist! nobody will do anything to you! Best regards 👍👍👍

I pulled up at a bar in a suburb of a mid-major city in the US a few years back and noticed a guy with a Submariner Batman and asked the guy what year it was and he was very visibly uncomfortable. I pulled off my Ball Marvelight and handed it to him telling him I'm a bit of a watch enthusiast and was curious about what drew him to that particular model. He opened up immediately afterward, but it highlighted a fundamental issue for me. Watches now are serious bling and you need to be aware of what you're presenting and where. I won't wear my Steinhart where I live (not the best part of town) but no problem if I head 15 minutes west. If I find myself in the lest reputable areas of town, I'm wearing my Citizen, which I absolutely love and would hate if anyone stole it... but no one is stealing a Citizen.

Didn’t realize you were Canadian. Great to find a fellow Canuck watch lover. Sorry about that crappy situation.

All you need to do is wear two watches, get a hublot and have that lower on the wrist so when your jacket exposes a watch people start vomiting and start making angry Nico noises at you but just above that is the daytona.

There are places and moments where it is better to hide luxury watches - it is also about safety and understanding the economic situation. The more difficult the economy, the more painful for people who are struggling to see happy people with such watches. In France in Avignon, I realized there were quite a few homeless people and beggars in the street and I told my family to hide watches and jewelry. And one doesn’t necessarily want to show an expensive symbol of success to people in difficulty, it is also a bit a matter of respect. In Monaco or Switzerland, no problem :)

Hi im new to your channel love the content i do live in LA and im an average size guy i use to wear my 116613lb all the time till one day i got followed out of a restaurant luckily I was with some friends so nothing happened but i get your feeling ai haven’t wear my watch ever since now i wear a dark side of the moon still nice but less ostentatious

I studied under a former federal agent at Ole Miss who was a personal security expert and he had conducted studies proving women had a sixth sense and should always listen to that “voice”.

One thing I've noticed since getting my first Day-date is that although I really want to wear it every day there are times when having it on would just make me feel needlessly anxious, especially when I'm alone at night. It makes me wear it less right now but the other thing it's given me is a desire to frequent better places, to go to events where it's normal to be wearing a luxury watch, and to change my lifestyle generally so that I may feel more comfortable and safe when I wear it on a regular basis. Although I can't wear it daily now, just having it is giving me the ambition to work towards a life in which I easily could and that's one of the more interesting parts of owning a Rolex so far for me personally.

The only time i feel bad about not wearing a watch is when its soon after buying it, where my actions shows that i might not be that interested in the watch after all. A disinterest later on does not alarm me one bit. My interest is somewhere else, the new shiny pretty thing. Its part of the process, i accept it, but i sure want the "new shiny pretty thing" feeling to last more than a couple of weeks and when it doesn't ... sad feelings.

Clearly you did the right thing WG. As other folks here have said, well done for heeding your instincts. But it's the sad thing about having an eminently noticeable watch like the Daytona - people notice it. I've recently been considering my Hulk. It's worth considerably less now that it was worth in January, but probably still enough for someone to try and grab it - do I really need that? Or should I move it on, replace it with a relatively unnoticeable Pelagos 39, and pocket some serious change? I am starting to feel like maybe that one answers itself... In the meantime, I hope you can enjoy your other watches in safety and good health.

I’m glad you’re safe. People and safety are more important than things. There a million other watches to wear. That said, sad is understandable. Either way, thanks for sharing.

Wow! I’m glad nothing happened and you are ok. May not be a bad idea buying an insurance for it and wearing it only on special occasions.

My Brother-In-Law was robbed at knifepoint in Marbia Spain for his Rolex Sub last year. I know how long and hard he worked and saved to buy it. Devastated. It's a shame people can't wear their luxury watch in public anymore. I wear a 32 year old Seiko diver that looks like I've been hammering nails in with it, so I guess I'm safe. Your Daytona is totally awesome! I'm sad that you cannot wear it when and where you want, in peace and safety.

So sad that you can't wear your beloved watch outside of your home knowing that you're putting yourself in danger . I feel exactly the same way when I go travelling overseas. Wanting to wear my grailed piece not to show off but to wear it with joy on my vacation. But also back of my head I'm thinking about what if I get robbed or put my family in danger is just not worth it. A huge fan of your channel! Love from Australia :D

I am so happy that you still have your daytona :) no sorry in this situation, just pure happiness :) you are lucky one!

My grandmother used to keep her jewellery in The Wault (she was from Transylvania, so she had an accent), and whenever she went to a wedding or bar mitzvah she'd go to the bank and get her jewellery for the weekend. Basically, she didn't get to wear her good jewellery. I don't have this problem with my lovely microbrand watches or my indy watches. It's a reason to stick to the more rational end of the market. Not that NObody's ever been stuck up for a Tissot Heritage 1936, but I fancy my chances.

Damn... I live in a big city in Australia but as a young male, the thought of being followed or harassed just doesn't enter my mind. Clearly more than a gender issue but I'm kind of shaken up by your story Gringa. I'm sorry that such a sentimental & beautiful watch now represents fear

Sorry to hear that. People shouldn’t be worried about these things. But it’s a sad reality. I’m also very conscience about what watch to wear where. But you should just be able to just enjoy them. Right? No matter what…

My friend in London got robbed over a Rolex. He got jumped from behind and his face got smashed.

I'm so sorry this happened to you. You and other women should feel comfortable doing whatever you choose to do.

Never doubt your instinctive gut feeling. At worst, you're wrong and it's nothing. At best, you're right and you avoided a situation.

Sorry to hear that. Your instincts are ALWAYS correct. I wear my Rolex all the time but I try to be situationally aware. Plus it has good insurance. Glad you are safe.

Happening in NYC too. Better to be safe. I also don’t wear my as much out.

B&M sounds like the British equivalent of a Dollar General in the US. I already see a lot of CCW/ 2A comments here, and I am all about that no doubt, I live in Kentucky, BUT remember this is the US. EVERYONE is carrying. Just be careful and you too Britt.

That watch is too well know and flashy for lower income areas.

Unfortunately it does happen quite frequently in many major cities.. It’s a shame you have to seriously think about your safety every time you want to go out. Take care out there.

Someone we know was stabbed for his Rolex in Manchester. I wear a white dial Explorer2, not a flashy Rolex but only with long sleeves. Otherwise it is a Seiko.