This is the thread where the fringster comes back with teeth

[Hank Chinaski]

Originally Posted by Did you just call me Coltrane?

You are unlikely to get the following with a $500 watch that you would probably get with a $1000 watch:

• Scratch resistant sapphire crystal (mineral crystal scratches - I've ruined two watches bashing them against something)
• Actual screws (instead of pins) on the bracelet
• Solid bracelet links (instead of hollow)
• Swiss movement, which has historically always been the best

A good Swiss made watch will outlive you.

I will agree that there isn't much difference between an Oris, Omega or a Rolex. The Omega costs probably twice as much as the Oris, and the Rolex probably costs three times as much as the Omega. I don't think any of them make their own movements (as the real high-end watchmakers do - Rolex is not high-end).

the thing with expensive watches, or sunglasses for that matter, is i will leave them somewhere within a few months.

[sebastian_dangerfield]

Originally Posted by LessinSF

I am anti-watch like you are anti-sock. I hate the way they feel. As a result, I have lost every one I ever owned because I take them off, put them aside, and forget them. Who needs one anyway? I am surrounded by clocks. Cellphone, computer, alarm clock, TV, DVR, VCR, car, kitchen clock, etc.

I feel naked without one. I have a compulsion about being able to know what time it is wherever I am. Which is odd, as I'm usually late for everything, a condition I hedge against by setting the watch a few minutes fast. Problem is, since I've gotten used to the watch being ahead, I feel no compulsion to race anywhere and overestimate the hedge, which keeps me late.

Originally Posted by Adder

You've reminded me (you can do penance for the rest of the board later), that scotch is another area where I will not spend my own money to go from good quality to high end. A 25 year old (or older) scotch may be a beautiful thing, but it is the kind of beautiful thing I will only enjoy when someone else (aka the firm) is buying.

I kid because I love, but you seem to have a medium grade, durable but inexpensive chip on your shoulder. What's up? This board is all about the display rituals.

[Did you just call me Coltrane?]

Originally Posted by ironweed

Shhhh. You're disturbing a fragile male display ritual in full flower. Shoes! Watches! Can a scotch and cigar debate be far behind?

My dick is bigger than yours.

[i was penske]

Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

the thing with expensive watches, or sunglasses for that matter, is i will leave them somewhere within a few months.

A lot of times you're wife gives those items to me, some swag for the effort. So sorry

[Hank Chinaski]

Originally Posted by Adder

A high-end watch is the most absurd of luxury items. Why not just get yourself a jewelled bracelet?

i also question even wearing a watch in aworld where everyone carries a cell phone. at least wearing a watch and carrying a cell seems weird. it's like driving a Model T wearing chaps.

[i was penske]

Originally Posted by sebastian_dangerfield

I feel naked without one.

.

Naked is a good thing, no? Free advertising...

[Greedy,Greedy,Greedy]

Originally Posted by ironweed

Shhhh. You're disturbing a fragile male display ritual in full flower. Shoes! Watches! Can a scotch and cigar debate be far behind?

Penske and I on Petrus doesn't count?

I understand the nice watch thing, but what I can't figure out is talking about them like you might buy one. Aren't they gift things? The nice watch I have, that I will put on with a suit or where some bling is appropriate, was a gift.

Wine, on the other hand, I buy for myself.

Originally Posted by Did you just call me Coltrane?

My dick is bigger than yours.

Mine is inexpensive but durable. Just ask Penske's wife and/or mother!!!

[sebastian_dangerfield]

Originally Posted by Adder

You've reminded me (you can do penance for the rest of the board later), that scotch is another area where I will not spend my own money to go from good quality to high end. A 25 year old (or older) scotch may be a beautiful thing, but it is the kind of beautiful thing I will only enjoy when someone else (aka the firm) is buying.

You're really livin' life to the fullest, Adder. Must be nuts when you head out to paint the town beige.

[Cletus Miller]

Originally Posted by Did you just call me Coltrane?

What else am I going to lift in? My weight belt fits perfectly over them.

You got the "2005 World Champions" special edition, of course.

[Did you just call me Coltrane?]

Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

i also question even wearing a watch in aworld where everyone carries a cell phone. at least wearing a watch and carrying a cell seems weird. it's like driving a Model T wearing chaps.

If the cell phone has a camera, I can't bring it into court.

[J. Fred Muggs]

Originally Posted by ThurgreedMarshall

Granted. But women are nuts when it comes to shoes.

And sneakers are most comfortable for me to walk in. And generally, the more expensive sneakers are more comfortable and last longer than the cheap ones.

TM

Explaining why you wear them from the train to your office and then change into dress shoes when you get to work.

[Adder]

Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

i also question even wearing a watch in aworld where everyone carries a cell phone. at least wearing a watch and carrying a cell seems weird. it's like driving a Model T wearing chaps.

You know you are not on the politics board if Hank, Less and I all agree on something.

[Hank Chinaski]

Originally Posted by sebastian_dangerfield

I agree on the "look at me - I got a bonus in excess of $15k!" Rolex Submariner every moderately successful male between 25 and 35 seems to buy. But a decent Day/Date or Datejust in solid stainless steel with a conservative band is a classic look that goes with everything. It's got great snob appeal as well, as it consciously notes, "No, I did not go with the diving watch because, as we both know, neither one of us goes diving, you ass."

NTTAWWDiving watches. The Submariner just irks me. It's too big and showy - looks as big as a dinner roll plate on all but a morbidly obese man's wrist.

is Adder Samoan?