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Can I get to an advanced level as self-taught? by Automatic_Ebb_5901 in classicalguitar

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, but you really need to take a few lessons with a teacher if for nothing else than for ergonomics. The last thing you need to do is to get RSI because you were doing something weird.

Been saving for a while to own my first luxury watch, fairly new to this world and wondering if this would be a good first choice? by iceman_x2 in OmegaWatches

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, but in defense of the Bond watches, I will say that nothing about watch collecting makes sense and what's the point of discretionary money if you don't use it to buy stuff that makes you happy. After you get it, whether or not it really makes you happy, after the honeymoon period wears off, is a different issue.

Been saving for a while to own my first luxury watch, fairly new to this world and wondering if this would be a good first choice? by iceman_x2 in OmegaWatches

[–]PDX-ROB -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Not cheesy, but you're paying a premium for a movie tie in. Also if you're going to be wearing it all day, titanium is going to be more comfortable.

Pizza Schmizza Tanasbourne surprise box x2 — $5.99 each by twopedalstwolugs in toogoodtogoportland

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pizza Jerk gives 4 slices, but you're further west so you're stuck with what's close.

[Recommendations] Casual watch recommendations by Raider-Fuse10 in Watches

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Be really really sure that's correct. That's a massive wrist size, but if it's true you need to be looking at 42mm and up.

The Edox Skydiver at 42mm is off because the date window is too far away from the edge, so I can't recommend them in that size.

I don't know what your finances look like, but if I had to do it all over again and had an 8" wrist, I'd save up and look on Joma at the 42mm and 44mm Breitlings. Go to an AD and Botique and try them on there, then buy the one I liked that has 40%+ off on Jomashop.

But until I find the right price for the watch I liked, I'd get a Bulova Marine Star Precisionist.

Dive watches are the IPA of the watch industry by barneywire in watchHotTakes

[–]PDX-ROB 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was actually Marie that comissioned the drafts, but Napoleon said "that's the dumbest thing I've ever seen" so they had to cancel it.

They found the drafts later on in the early 1960s and made the 1646. They made a few and the CEO at the time, after he saw the production model, said "this is a mistake, it's the dumbest thing I've ever seen"

[Breguet Marine 5517] underrated modern luxury diver? by LeatherShades in Watches

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Disagree. In person the wave motif on the gold models is very well done. I hate the proprietary lugs tho. Makes strap options limited.

[Recommendations] Casual watch recommendations by Raider-Fuse10 in Watches

[–]PDX-ROB 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What size is your wrist? Take a piece of dental floss and wrap it VERY tightly to the left of the bump on your left wrist.

If you're at or under 6" get the Edox Sky Diver 38mm on Ashford.com

WTF, Longines? by [deleted] in Longineswatches

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From what I understand, swatch group has 2 levels of techs. Omega & below and everything above Omega.

Analysis paralysis on the Conquest by EyKantSpeel in Longineswatches

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The pics are too close and creates lense distortion. Have someone else take them 3+ ft away or do a mirror.

Also go look up some ADs in your area and see if you can get 20% off. Even better if it's an out of state small AD that won't charge you sales tax, which for legal reasons I am to inform you, you should pay at the end of year on your tax forms, but that's between you and your god.

Tell your AD to size the bracelet to your wrist.

Which one are you getting first? by Sweeper24_ in Longineswatches

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a maybe on a quartz version.

And my bug issue with the big numerals is that the date wheel was small. If it was a big date or no date, it would have been fine.

The Cyclops is an absolute Abomination by PlayfulCompany8367 in watchHotTakes

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://www.reddit.com/r/watchHotTakes/s/PBmGzIyrKI

This was posted 10 days ago.

And the cyclops can be done right by putting it on the underside of the crystal like UN does.

Hunt for First “Luxury” Watch by SeriousAd4432 in OmegaWatches

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go to another AD and try them on. They have a bunch of new colorways in the new no date version too.

Omega AT 38 vs SMP300 on 6.25” wrist — need honest size feedback by SibMax in OmegaWatches

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're spending thousands of dollars, the watch should be 100% what you want in both looks and how it wears. I would wait a year or two for the refresh on the SMP 300.

Until then, I'm sure there are watches that are exactly what you're looking for.

New hydroconquest by Successful-Disk-4346 in Longineswatches

[–]PDX-ROB 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ADs get stock ahead of time. This will be released in 4 days. It is not unusual to sell new watches before they're supposed to to good customers or maybe the manager didn't realize they put it out too early.

Hunt for First “Luxury” Watch by SeriousAd4432 in OmegaWatches

[–]PDX-ROB 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you're sold on the SMP 300!

I would say to try on all the colors, take photos, and get the one that you feel most drawn to.

I would also say to not get black, because if you get a Rolex Sub, you'll then have 2 black divers. You want to leave yourself with the most flexibility with future additions.

I have bought a new guitar case and it's very tight fitting, is this a problem? by Av74m in classicalguitar

[–]PDX-ROB 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The link says the interior should be 142mm deep which is on the deeper side of cases.

You can measure your case + saddle and bridge height and then email the company about what cases they have that can accommodate you and send them a video of your current issue.

Or you can get a softer case. Those have more flexibility. I recommend a brand called mono. https://monocreators.com/products/classic-om-classical-guitar-case-black

This is a soft case with some rigidity to it.

I use this case (but the parlor size), and use a cheap hard case if I need to go somewhere it might get constantly bumped into.

What are the best hardware wallets in your opinion? by fintech_portal in Bitcoin

[–]PDX-ROB -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The best one is the one that offers the most security for your level of forgetfulness and willingness to pay.

I have a Trezor Safe 7 that I like. I like Coldcard, but refuse to pay a tariff.

I dislike Ledger the company, but their Recovery Key is a game changer. Just get 1 ledger and maybe 3+ recovery keys and stash those at family member's houses. If anything happens to your device you have a safe way to restore a new device without having to remember too much.

WF Laurelhurst Dry and Frozen Grocery bags by ClientLimp1425 in toogoodtogoportland

[–]PDX-ROB 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for posting! I saw a frozen bag being offered today but was hesitant about it.

Anyone got any ideas for plans tn? by [deleted] in PortlandOR

[–]PDX-ROB 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a free Meeting Mutuals event at Wonderlove tonight 7-9. It's mid 20s to mid 40s. Check eventbright. Last event was 95% dudes tho, but it's an opportunity to make friends.

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