Burglarized!

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Nasty Senior Member Super Geek

Burglarized!

Let this be a lesson to everyone here.‌ I got home tonight to find my apartment burglarized. *TVs, laptops, and every watch I owned... *gone‌. Excursions, SANIII's, Venoms, brand new Energia2, Androids, Ocean7 American 66/100, Citizen Skyhawk & Ecozilla, NFW Autopilots, everything.

My insurance company will cover the TVs & laptops for replacement cost but they say I am only covered up to $1000 for jewelry because I didn't declare each and every watch. So much for $30K coverage on "personal property".* So for those of you with bigger collections than mine, about $8000 worth, be sure to speak to your insurance agent.

I really doubt I'll get back into it like I was. Six years of collecting gone instantly.

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That's sucks sorry to hear that. sunaru View Public Profile Find all posts by sunaru Add sunaru to Your Contacts #3 Today, 03:15 AM Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: RI Posts: 798 Real Name: Ron Bartone

rbart Senior Member Veteran Geek

You should post a list and we can start checking Craigs list and ebay, etc. What state are you from? Keep an eye on Craigs list.

So sorry for your loss, its like a death in the family.

Post the list and I try to help you find them. Something to do when in the NBZ too.

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That is terrible. Sorry to hear of the loss. Hopefully they catch the people. __________________

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bigwatchking1 Senior Member Master WatchGeek

bro i am so sorry to hear this,,man thats a dam shame,,to work and save and buy,,i just dont understand the world,,its just ashame,,there is no care or respect anymore and it not everyone,please let me state that its just that 20% of people who feel it necessary to steal from another human being,,,bro you are in my prayers and thoughts,,,im glad your alright and you have your health,,bro im sorry,,god bless __________________

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That is so horrible and I'm truly sorry. The only way I can relate is coming home to your whole apartment being gone ... burned up in a fire.

Good luck with the insurance company; may they be quick in paying out what they owe you. __________________

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post a list Quote:

Originally Posted by rbart You should post a list and we can start checking Craigs list and ebay, etc. What state are you from? Keep an eye on Craigs list.

So sorry for your loss, its like a death in the family.

Post the list and I try to help you find them. Something to do when in the NBZ too.

Ron and ill help as well,,,were all family here bro __________________

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CHUCK WAGON Senior Member Super Geek

Excellent advice and get an alarm system...

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That is horrible, I am sorry for your loss. I live in an Apt too. I will check my coverage tomorrow. Sorry again. __________________

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That's really too bad.I've been robbed and not only do you suffer the loss but the eerie feeling afterward from the invasion.You will be in my prayers.

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Go to all of the Local Pawnshops right away of course after you make out a police report .. I hope you have pics of all of your watches take them with you ... sound's like someone living in an apartment near you who watches your wrist or been over to your apt ...

Thiefs are closer than you think ... Super sorry for your loss Governor View Public Profile Find all posts by Governor Add Governor to Your Contacts #12 Today, 03:25 AM Join Date: May 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 1,278 Real Name: Jeff

swissmade59 Senior Member Super Geek

I'm fear that every day I leave for work when I pull around the corner after coming home I look to see if the door wide open I feel for you guy hope you find out keep your eye open and listen . GOOD LUCK we have differennt type people move in lately alway looking what your doing . swissmade59 View Public Profile Find all posts by swissmade59 Add swissmade59 to Your Contacts #13 Today, 03:28 AM

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I am so sorry for what happened to you...getting ripped off is a violation only those who have been unfortunate enough to have experienced can understand....i can only pray that something good will come out of it Painterguy39 View Public Profile Find all posts by Painterguy39 Add Painterguy39 to Your Contacts #14 Today, 03:28 AM Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Kansas City Posts: 941 Real Name: Tim

BigTim Senior Member Veteran Geek

I'm sure sorry to hear this. Many of us have been robbed these last few years. Sure takes the fun out of collecting. Good luck to you, and I'm sure glad you weren't home when they thieves hit you. __________________ Cad designer, custom jeweler, musician, husband and father, but not necessarily in that order.

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Man, that makes me sick to my stomach. I'm so sorry.

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Jerseyruss Senior Member Super Geek

I know the feeling, there is nothing worst then knowing that someone got into your house & just took everything they want. Total disregard, it burns me sooooooo much. For me it was minimal, they must of been spoked & left w/o getting a lot. I can imagine some of the hate, etc. that you feel, but to loose everything like that, it's worse than what I felt. I hope the police have something to go on & that some good will eventually come out of this.

Very sorry.

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I am sorry to hear that. Happened to me over christmas break. At that point my collection was not great, but it is a terrible feeling to have things stolen from YOUR home. I hope things will be recovered! I wish you the best of luck. Don't let this get you down. __________________

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Coming home to finding all you possessions gone is simply heartbreaking. I hope the police can catch them. Wishing you better luck in the future. __________________

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Originally Posted by Notdmeca Man, that makes me sick to my stomach. I'm so sorry. +1 __________________

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so sorry to hear... i hope you get all your stuff back and if not your luck changes 2 fold!! watch newb

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Well what can ya do Azel88 View Public Profile Find all posts by Azel88 Add Azel88 to Your Contacts #22 Today, 03:52 AM

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That is horrible. I hope these @#% get what they deserve.. __________________ Time is the fire in which we burn. ~Delmore Schwartz Michael. ddavidsonmd View Public Profile Find all posts by ddavidsonmd Add ddavidsonmd to Your Contacts #23 Today, 03:55 AM Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 63 Real Name: John

WTF Member Member Geek

That is terrible news, and the worse part, as stated above, it is most likely somebody you

know, or a friend of theirs. If not a local doper, it is an acquaintance of his, who he ran his mouth off in front of (oh dude, my neighbor has a zillion watches).

Happened to me just that way too, mine were antique items that can't be replaced; start looking and see if any neighbors starts dodging you.

I wish you the best of luck trying to get your stuff back. __________________ It's better to have loved and lost, then to never have had that special watch...

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Nasty Senior Member Super Geek

Thank you all for the kind words and encouragement… I think I am most upset with the insurance company. How could I possibly call them every time I make a purchase? That's ridiculous in my opinion.

I am on my iPhone right now so I apologize if things are typing funny.

I guess at least I should get two new TVs in two new laptops out of the deal… I don't really feel violated because it's just an apartment that I've rented for a year.

I am mostly saddened about my watch collection… I will put together a list tomorrow when I can type more easily at the office. Thank you again for all of the support and well wishes.

Apparently this is a spree in our area… 20 to 30 in the last two months. They have not been pawning the stuff so I am guessing craigslist or local flea markets….

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Kind of funny... I still have VP's to make on a couple the took!

I'm left with a Deep Blue DM 2K and a Seiko orange monster. A friend had that to change the battery and buff up for me.

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man that's just awful... wish you the best, hopefully they'll be able to catch the burglars. kyle_wilson2291 View Public Profile Find all posts by kyle_wilson2291 Add kyle_wilson2291 to Your Contacts #27 Today, 04:25 AM Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Temecula, California Posts: 120 Real Name: Greg Riley

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Really sorry for your lose my prayers will be that the lord restores what you lost and much more __________________

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Nasty Senior Member Super Geek

Good thing is I know the numbers on my O7, my two week old Energia2, and my SAN III 2.4. Might just help...

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Budabear Senior Member Master WatchGeek

So sorry to hear about what happened. It is unfortunate that to insure your watches you have to have a separate rider included in your insurance and have each watch listed separately with receipts or appraisals. My guess is that most people don't do that. It is VERY EXPENSIVE.

Be sure to check all the local pawn shops. You never know some may turn up there. Good luck and I hope some of them if not all come back to you. __________________

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Timely thread and I feel your pain, bro.

Just this early morning, there was a blaze down my street and 2 houses were burnt to ground. The families got out okay but apart from their clothes and some paperwork, they lost everything.

I've been thinking about that all day today and my wife is calling our insurance agent tomorrow morning first thing to get more coverage added in...especially for my watch collection.

Hopefully, things turn out better for you in future.

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CHRONOKEN Senior Member Super Geek

Oh man am I sorry to hear about this terrible news.

It just gives me a sick feeling in the pit of my stomach.

I do worry all the time when I leave my home, and I hate it.

It really sucks, cause you either have to have everything hidden, or locked up out of site where you can't even enjoy your collection.

Or you chance losing everything by leaving it out where you can enjoy it.

I would notify all the local pawn shops, and jewelry stores that buy previously owned items.

Supply them with a list, and if possible pictures, so they can identify your items if they're brought in.

I know it's a total long shot, but it does happen a lot where the stuff ends up in a pawn shop, or jewelry shop.

I do hope that these guys are caught, and your property is returned.

This kind of thing just makes me sick.

The best of luck to you, Ken..

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Sorry to hear this , hopefully they find these guys if so many homes have been hit they will get careless. Good Luck !! __________________

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Hate to hear this. On the brighter side...you get to start all over again. Keep your chin up.

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Oh man what an awful story. I am so sorry to hear this happened to you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. I wish you the best if luck in recovering your property. __________________ If it don't make dollaz...Then it don't make sense!

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Very sorry to hear about the theft. That is terrible. Definitely agree with those that suggested the local pawn shops. They will try to dump the items there first. Post a list of what you had here on the site so that us geeks can keep an eye out for any of the watches that may pop up on Ebay or Craigs list. watchhore View Public Profile Find all posts by watchhore

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Quote:

Originally Posted by rbart You should post a list and we can start checking Craigs list and ebay, etc. What state are you from? Keep an eye on Craigs list.

So sorry for your loss, its like a death in the family.

Post the list and I try to help you find them. Something to do when in the NBZ too.

Ron Oh my goodness you must be devistated & feeling very violated. I agree if you post a list of your collection on WG, fellow WG's can keep an eye out for them popping up on Craigslist and eBay. So sorry for your loss. peachydek View Public Profile Find all posts by peachydek Add peachydek to Your Contacts #37 Today, 05:24 AM Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Brentwood,Northern CA Posts: 753

Franco Senior Member Veteran Geek

OMG I am so sorry that happened to you; I know what that feels like; its not even about the stuff these degenerates took; its the fact that some unknown person came into your house and touched all of your stuff.

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I am very sorry to hear that happen to you I hope they catch the POS and put them in jail wesco View Public Profile Find all posts by wesco Add wesco to Your Contacts #39 Today, 06:08 AM Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Juneau, Alaska Posts: 995 Real Name: Cal

battleshipduke Senior Member Veteran Geek

I hate to admit that the fear of being robbed effects my actions as far as what I buy.

When I was young my favorite knife was stolen and many years later my favorite shotgun was stolen. I have had many opportunities to replace them but I don't want them anymore.

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That blows, really blows. I hope they catch the thief/thieves and their stash of

other peoples stuff soon. Hope you get your reimbursements quickly from the insurance co. Good luck in the future!

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That bites!! Scum bag thief stole something that he has no idea about - he'll probably be trying to sell them cheap on Ebay and Craig's list for sure! __________________ The beauty of the second amendment is that it will not be needed until they try to take it.

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Get yourself a Rottweiler. Unfortunately, they don't like the UPS or FedEx guy, either. __________________

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Sorry for your loss...It's terrible how some people will steal something that a person has worked hard to obtain. I was robbed a few years back as well. Your house never really feels the same after such an event. __________________

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well

thats Nasty __________________

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I feel your pain brother. Hang in there. bwag829 View Public Profile Find all posts by bwag829 Add bwag829 to Your Contacts

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Sorry to hear dude..that sucks big time! Keep on your insurance company....maybe if you bug them enough...something will come out of it! seanu71 View Public Profile Find all posts by seanu71 Add seanu71 to Your Contacts #48 Today, 10:42 AM Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 3,065

watchman74 Senior Member Master WatchGeek

So Sorry for your loss. Its my biggest fear that would happen to me.

Although I have some coverage, I do not cover all of my collection - only about half due to the insurance cost. Hope they catch the creeps and/or recover some of your stuff. __________________

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GOD BLESS

Sorry to hear about your lose bro. When I read your story I instantly got a sick feeling. I Shir hope they catch those bastards and recover your items, you should think about getting a dog a pit bull. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. __________________

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So sorry to hear this! We were robbed in an apartment about 15 years ago.. We had new neighbors moving in who talked to the guys moving my stuff out. Even with descriptions they were never caught. The strange thing is that of all the electronics and jewelry that they took, I was most upset that they went through my pantry to find garbage bags that they used to carry off all of my CD's.

I feel your pain and hope you can start collecting again soon. Good luck with your insurance company. __________________ Patience is a virtue few WatchGeeks have...

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Governor Go to all of the Local Pawnshops right away of course after you make out a police report ..

I hope you have pics of all of your watches take them with you ... sound's like someone living in an apartment near you who watches your wrist or been over to your apt ...

Thiefs are closer than you think ... Super sorry for your loss this guy has it down, look at the facts. Someone who has been there may be the purp and you had some nice watches. I just hope you get your stuff back and that it's not a close friend who robbed you, anyway I'm really sorry to here this. This econimy thing took all my everythings so I feel you Brother. __________________ Lets go fishin and nevamine View Public Profile Find all posts by nevamine Add nevamine to Your Contacts #52 Today, 11:03 AM

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That is horrible Nasty! I'm so sorry it has happened. I hope they find the a$%^&#$! __________________

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timeman Senior Member True WatchGeek

I'm very sorry to hear of your lost, I hope the police are able to recover all your property.It was mentioned earlier that the burglars could be someone you know, that might be a possibility. I'm sure many geeks, including myself, are called the watch guy at work, because of the number of different watches you wear to work each day. It has crossed my mind, that however unlikely, one of these people might get involved with a crime like this.

When people ask me about my watches I always down play them, saying they weren't expensive. Again I'm truly sorry to hear about this terrible situation. __________________

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Very sorry to hear this __________________

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That Sucks, i would be so PO'ed. Hope they catch them. Keep an eye out at local pawn shops as well. __________________

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So sorry to hear this Nasty. When they're caught, and they will be, may the thieves be shackled and tortured! morrison2951 View Public Profile Find all posts by morrison2951 Add morrison2951 to Your Contacts #57 Today, 11:58 AM

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Do you still have receipts? They may help.

Sorry that this happened to you. __________________

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I'm really sorry to hear this Nasty. Heartbreaking to be so violated and to lose valuable possessions. It is truly a lesson for everyone to take precautions. __________________ It's funny to compare - Then and Now! My old Caravelle by Bulova. My new SANIII MOP.

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Took new pics of my collection and guns just for that reason, but WILL talk with Insurance Agent as well. Man, I can't imagine how I'd feel, like you, I could never get that many back! watchhappy View Public Profile Find all posts by watchhappy Add watchhappy to Your Contacts #60 Today, 12:22 PM Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 36 Real Name: Lee Herman

leeherman Member Member Geek

Oh man...sorry to hear about this!

I guess a good lesson mentioned here is to check your insurance coverage and take photos.

I've been taking photos of my watches because photography is one of my hobbies, but I need to see if my homeowners insurance will cover my watches as is.

I hope you get your stuff back but failing that, I hope for kharmic retribution to the thiefing dirtbags.

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I am so sorry to hear this. I have been a victim as well.

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so sorry to hear this! terrible.... i contacted my home owners ins. agent a while ago.. got a rider on my watches placed into the policy. needed to have an appraisal done for each watch $45/per watch. then the rider added about $7 per $1000 of apprasied value to my overall policy. __________________ Rolex, Omega, Benrus, Poljot, Oceanaut, Lucien Picard, Tag Heuer, Invicta and Renato in my collection... zak98 View Public Profile Find all posts by zak98 Add zak98 to Your Contacts #63 Today, 12:37 PM

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Male_Hor Senior Member Super Geek

I agree with the suggestions so far, but also look for some teenage punk wearing what may be one of your watches. A body slam might be in order!

I've been robbed twice prior to my watch hobby for thousands of bucks worth of power tools and jewelry. Each time it happpened I knew who did it by tracing back who had been in my house recently and coupling that with the fact that that individual immediately vanished from the neighborhood.

I just bought a house in a much better neighborhood but it hasn't deterred me from adding an alarm system and installing a safe.

Good luck and think positive. If these guys are robbing houses and hoarding, an arrest may soon come and lead investigators to their stash and you may be able to recover something.

Find any records you have and keep a good raport with an investigator. __________________

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Krazy Senior Member Senior Geek

Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Pa Posts: 380 Real Name: Jr

Most times it wasn't a random hit, they knew what you had ahead of time! I noticed alot of home invasions with all sorts of other acts commited really picking up around here too! Their hitting the more upscale areas now too! Did someone do repairs or anything that allowed access to your place? Best to have a gun safe that they can't carry as it takes too much time for these dirt bags to mess with. If your computers had Lojack they can trace it too..only 20 bucks a year.

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BabyDoc

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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. About 15 years ago, I experienced a similar break-in and lost all of my collectables. They eventually caught the thief when he tried to sell a collectable CD to a used record store owner who was suspicious. However, I never recovered my stuff.

Even if the insurance company could give you the money, it really never replaces the memories and excitement you had when you first got those items. Part of collecting is the chase and the excitment of the find. I lost my record collection, coin collection and my baseball card collection that accumulated from childhood, along with jewelry. While I will miss those items, the thief never could take away the memories I had from childhood when I worked for the money to go buy those things; when I got on the bus to go purchase them; when I showed them off proudly to my family and friends (many who are now gone, too.). I even thought that if I had gotten the money to replace all of those coins and cards, I would not have done so, since any replacement would not quite be the same as the original I worked so hard to get. Hopefully your memories associated with your collecting can be of some consolation to you during this tough time.

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Oh wow. Nasty I am so sorry that happened to you.... I sure hope once you get over this, that you would continue to collect again. Do you think it was an inside job? __________________

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jade330i Senior Member Veteran Geek

Horrible, I've been mugged before and had my watch taken but that nothing compaired to this. I hate a damn theif! Best of luck going forward pal and keep us informed of the progress if there is any! __________________

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Councilman Rock

Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: McAlester, OK Posts: 1,181 Real Name: Greg

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So sorry for your troubles. To get screwed by a thief and THEN the insurance company is not cool. __________________

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JacksBlues Member Member Geek

Dude, That sucks, i know. Three weeks ago I lost everything in a burglary, also. I was way underinsured which is a good lesson for all watch geeks. I had four 36 watch boxes, and winders. I also lost four flatscreens, computers, art, etc. Word to everyone....review your stuff with your agent.

I hope you get stuff back. I really feel for you.

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Robert_C Member Member Geek

I am sorry for your lose....

growing up with a addicted brother, my father and I had to frequent the pawn shops always looking for our stuff.. like most say get a list going and check around your area.. you would probably be surprised who did it. someone in your own apt. complex. that knows what you had .. once again sorry for your lose... __________________ Wishlist..... 50mm or bigger!!! SAN IV,& Venom, is next on my list Robert_C View Public Profile Find all posts by Robert_C Add Robert_C to Your Contacts #71 Today, 02:51 PM Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Pompano Beach , Fl. Posts: 4,856 Real Name: Roger

Rog1 Senior Member Master WatchGeek

I'm sorry for your loss and I hope the thieves get caught. __________________

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emptypockets Member Member Geek

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had a storage unit broken into and had twenty-five years of our lives taken. the insurance companys want to settle fast and cheap on ALL claims. if you kept reciepts show the agent, if he says he cant help go to his boss ,and his ,and so on until they get tired of you and pay what they owe. __________________

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sorry to hear about you becoming a victim of burglary with associated loss. my slant on this is that property loss is inconsequential given the violent nature of many criminals. kind of a dark cloud with a silver lining. a valuable lessen learned is that items that you consider valuable that are small enough to be put in a safe should be stored there when you leave home. mbgalg View Public Profile Find all posts by mbgalg Add mbgalg to Your Contacts #74 Today, 03:39 PM

watch_crazzy Senior Member Senior Geek

oh wow, really sorry to hear about that. Makes you stop and think. __________________

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Dave B Senior Member Super Geek

This is a very bad break, Nasty. So sorry you had to go through this. I am hoping the police nab the people responsible and put the fear of God in them. __________________ "Don't sweat the small stuff?!? With watches, it's ALL about tiny, important small stuff."

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samsonswatch Senior Member Super Geek

As stated by all the others so sorry to hear this about your collection. I will be calling my insurance company today to insure my collection is covered. __________________

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Taxg8r00

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Jeweler's Mutual is an insurance company that only insures jewelry and watches. I would highly recommend them. My watchmaker/jeweler referred me to them. He had dealt with them for many years and said they are legit. It is much cheaper than adding to your homeowner's policy. Saved me close to a grand a year. It is great because it covers when you travel too.

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locowatch Junior Member Member Geek

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Originally Posted by Flyback Coming home to finding all you possessions gone is simply heartbreaking. I hope the police can catch them. Wishing you better luck in the future.

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Sorry to hear about this. Have the cops check local pawn shops. Criminals usually want to sell them for some fast cash and to get rid of the evidence, they don't want to get caught with the items on them. You can even go look in some pawn shops yourself and if you see something of yours, call the cops asap. Good luck! the watcher View Public Profile Find all posts by the watcher Add the watcher to Your Contacts #80 Today, 04:53 PM

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So sorry to hear your loss it is a wake up call to a lot of us Good Luck the B View Public Profile Find all posts by the B Add the B to Your Contacts #81 Today, 04:54 PM

wrist art Senior Member Senior Geek

That is terrible!

I am so sorry this happened to you.

Good Karma and Prayers your way. wrist art

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Nasty Senior Member Super Geek

Thanks again folks... The insurance company just told me, "sorry. you are only covered up to $1000 on jewlery".

I explained I had pictures and receipts and that some were numbered and ltd editions. Didn't matter to them, she she couldn't care less.

Call your agents folks and do NOT deal with ANPAC! Nasty View Public Profile Find all posts by Nasty Add Nasty to Your Contacts #83 Today, 05:11 PM Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Long Island New York Posts: 23,776

BigJoe Original Past Ambassador True WatchGeek

tHAT is indeed a bummer thats why I have a monitered alarm system and a very large dog not to mention very good neighbors and most carry .I hope the police have some leads and you get your stuff back and they catch the low life,s good luck. __________________

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Take care and be safe. [ Big Joe ]

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That is terrible! Sorry to hear aclsallen View Public Profile Find all posts by aclsallen Add aclsallen to Your Contacts #85 Today, 05:17 PM Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,192 Real Name: Rich

watchmaven51 Senior Member Super Geek

I feel bad for you my Brother Geek, and I know what and how it feels to be robbed. 30 years ago, my wife and I were robbed not once, but twice in our home within 6 months!. 1st by ameatures, but the 2nd time by pros, and I mean pros, they nearly cleaned us out.

I hope you will be able to pick up the pieces, and if they ever catch who did this to you, tell them to tell the thieves, since they stole all of your watches, when they get sentenced to jail, now all they will have to do is think about their TIME in jail, ....... and nothing else!

Good luck to you. __________________

MAY THE LUME BE WITH YOU! Another Day! .. Another Watch!

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bigpat

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For this very reason, I bought a fireproof gun vault safe and lag bolted 6" lags into the wall studs of my closet. All guns, ammo, watches, cameras, car & motorcycle titles, and other valueables are secured in this 600# vault. Kinda pricey at $550, but it will definitely survive nearly any attempt to defeat it. bigpat View Public Profile Find all posts by bigpat Add bigpat to Your Contacts #87 Today, 06:36 PM

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You've been violated that's for sure. I would just put the pressure on your insurance company to make it all good. Got nothing to loose! Does your Apt. Complex have liability insurance? Must have!!!!

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salesguru Senior Member Super Geek

That really is sad. Sorry for your loss. __________________ Life is Good. Especially when you're wearing a nice watch. salesguru View Public Profile Find all posts by salesguru Add salesguru to Your Contacts #89 Today, 06:46 PM

bichondaddy1057

Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 2,334 Real Name: Larry

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That really bites big time. Pawn shops are a little hard to deal with...they now have to have some type of proof to take jewelry and watches....at least the reputable ones do. I would continue to check Craigs list...and other local small news papers...and the bi-weekly free papers...we have one here in Houston called Greensheets. __________________

Larry in Spring, Tx

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Originally Posted by Governor Go to all of the Local Pawnshops right away of course after you make out a police report ..

I hope you have pics of all of your watches take them with you ... sound's like someone living in an apartment near you who watches your wrist or been over to your apt ...

Thiefs are closer than you think ... Super sorry for your loss Ding! Most of the time it's someone who's been watchin you that you didnt notice!

The other thing is...........someone saw something..........you cant carry around that kinda stuff with out someone noticing!

HUNT DEM B**TARD"S DOWN! __________________ But you & me, we know we got nothing............but time.

And you know................time won't give me time.............. pett2000 View Public Profile

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lwagner328 Senior Member Senior Geek

wow, bummer, sorry to hear, thanks for the insght.........