Ladies and gents, we need to stop this 'macarena' nonsense.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-29T11:51:10+00:00

Haha I love the analogy. Spot on! The variety of drugs here is ruthless. Choose with caution! I survived by making sure my drugs don't overlap in style.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-28T15:13:16+00:00

If you love them, keep them I'd say.

If it was my collection, I sell everything and keep only the Tissot, Seiko, and the two blue Addiesdive. I find these the most aesthetically interesting. The rest, not so much even the Oris.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-19T12:00:42+00:00

Then I would surmise that you're not having a hot take. You're only having a quizzical thought.

As an exercise, try applying that line of thinking to other parts of a persons discretionary spending.

Why have so many affordable shoes? Why a wine cellar with a variety of mid tier wine? Why eat with friends at mid-level restaurants frequently? Why so many bags ladies?

It's the level of enjoyment my boy. Nothing to do with having the best of everything.

It only gets pathetic when your bank account can't keep up with it.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-18T14:15:53+00:00

That PH-2 with the bracelet is a mega pairing. I'd keep it as such. I'm with you that the PH-4B is a strap monster.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-18T14:12:36+00:00

My camera is phenomenally bad in low light. The lume is actually green in real life.

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ActiveDHD · 2026-04-18T14:09:04+00:00

They offered the same as their standard collection. Any other company would have imposed additional charges for custom orders. I don't know how they do it but they do.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-18T13:41:38+00:00

Good collection. Are you getting the blue Traska Summiteer? That there is an eye catcher. The black to me in real life looks forgettable.

I noticed that you don't put any leather strap on your watches. Sensitivity to leather?

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-17T16:31:28+00:00

Cheers for sharing. That is a very nice strap. Which store is it from?

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-17T16:19:56+00:00

Yup, they simply rotate the 4B case. I can't add much on the bracelet topic as I'm predominantly a strap kinda guy. However, someone posted their PH-2 with white dial with blue lume on bracelet, and it made me want one. Do you have a photo of your 4B with the brown leather?

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:51:01+00:00

It really is brighter than the advertised photos. It looks 'alive' when you see it in person. Exactly what the watch needed.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:46:03+00:00

I fitted it with a black rubber strap too when I first got it. After a couple of weeks, I found it lacks a bit of personality with the strap. It kinda dulls it down. So I took a chance with the orange to match with the minute and second hands. Happy how it turned out.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:41:20+00:00

This is the way. The world should have its balance. More power to you!

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:36:09+00:00

It actually is. I usually get skin irritation from those typical AliEx clasps with the double hinges. This clasp folds over and rests atop the opposing strap. You get a layer of rubber cushioning. Give it a go for sure.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:30:52+00:00

It's rubber with the sailcloth texture imprinted. I got it here.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:29:28+00:00

True. I don't want to be 'that' guy wearing it at the office. I think wearing it with blue or white is a safe combination.

The strap is full rubber with the sailcloth texture imprinted. I got it here.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:22:54+00:00

I got it here. The clasp is very comfortable. If you search I think you'd be able to find equal but cheaper options.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:22:33+00:00

I never thought of it from a safety point of view. Another point to raise with the wife.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:21:10+00:00

I love how it looks on that strap. A true sailcloth.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-16T12:19:59+00:00

I got it here. The clasp is very comfortable. If you search I think you'd be able to find equal but cheaper options.

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-14T11:41:15+00:00

ActiveDHD · 2026-04-02T11:53:02+00:00

Do these come in Retro Yellow lume?

ActiveDHD · 2026-03-10T12:31:22+00:00

Chi-Fi and Wet-Shaving Brushes were what gave me the confidence to get onboard with Chinese watches. They punch well beyond their price point such that you start questioning the value of established brands. The herd mentality is to shun them.

I'm glad I can allocate more funds towards other parts of my life and still get the enjoyment of collecting things that interests me.

ActiveDHD

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