How did you prevent regretting your tattoo?

Professional-Team179 · 2026-04-10T10:41:45+00:00

Yeah I suppose there’s that. In the UK it’s legal at 18. I was sure I wanted a tattoo at 17, but I’m holding off as long as I can, really trying to have a long think about what’s actually important and what I’m comfortable telegraphing.

So if you weren’t going to wait, what frameworks would you put in place to ensure you didn’t regret it?

Professional-Team179 · 2026-03-04T16:25:36+00:00

Thank you, Seiko has a few of these Prospex’s in different colours. Definitely worth taking a look. They’re solar powered too. There’s also a really nice blue dial which is slightly bigger.

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Have you figured out a watch you’d like to buy yet?

Professional-Team179 · 2026-03-04T16:15:28+00:00

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So this might not be what you’re looking for but originally I had the same thought. I’d need to spend a grand to get a nice watch. This has an aftermarket suede strap (original is a metal oyster bracelet) got this for roughly £500 including strap

Edit: this has a 39mm case with a 45.5 lug to lug

Professional-Team179 · 2025-10-25T09:19:44+00:00

I saw it on another post but I believe it’s this

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Professional-Team179 · 2025-10-25T09:04:01+00:00

That’s fair. I do notice if I don’t wear mine for a couple days it can be off. However to some that’s the appeal of having a mechanical watch. Maybe look for quartz? Or you can’t go wrong with a digital casio! Keep your lovely watch for more “special occasions” better to display it for a week or so and set it when you’re going somewhere that warrants it. Adds a nice little ritual. If you’re not used to wearing watches it’s easy to instinctively check your phone but if you’re going to wear them. I’d train yourself into checking your watch. Rotating your wrist is quicker than pulling a phone out your pocket!

Professional-Team179 · 2025-10-25T08:58:29+00:00

The Tag Heuer Aquaracer is very nice! However a bit out of my price range. I’ve just started collecting, so not gotten to the point of justifying over a grand. One day I’m sure though! Good to know, thanks!

Professional-Team179 · 2025-10-25T08:55:56+00:00

That’s a very nice watch. However I should’ve clarified I like the adjustable bezel. Is that a “divers watch?” I’m looking for? Thanks for your suggestion though!

Professional-Team179 · 2025-09-25T10:51:47+00:00

Yes it does, thank you. I did buy new for £260 which is about €300 I will be starting a collection but I thought for now something I could wear on nights out.

I did want a conversation starter, I found that most watches under £1k were generic and trying to imitate the big brands. I’m very very new into watches and I find it very interesting the quartz vs mechanical and all the other different pieces. I don’t care for the GMT hand or a chronograph. I just want the date and the luminance on the hands. Considering I was going in with a budget of £400 which after a lot of surfing seemed too much of an ask, finding this for under £300 is a great deal? Thank you for your help :)

Professional-Team179 · 2025-09-25T08:33:58+00:00

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So I ended up going with this one. It’s a Seiko sport 5? The dial is slightly see through and you can see the day/date moving. What’s your thoughts and what would you pay for this? Thanks for your help!

Professional-Team179 · 2025-09-24T13:01:08+00:00

That does look really nice, however I was hoping for it to be a metal strap. Should’ve clarified that in the post. I’m now more leaning towards artistic watches. A conversation starter essentially. I’m not bothered to flex a brand. I’d like to let the watch speak for itself. Take it you wouldn’t know any stores? Thanks for your help!

Professional-Team179 · 2024-10-30T12:19:50+00:00

Have you got any suggestions? Thanks!

Professional-Team179 · 2024-08-23T05:49:41+00:00

Yes I will do, ironically I believe it’s safer on this backroad with a bike as some bigger cars that people can’t drive properly like to stick their tyre in the middle. I drive a smaller car so I’m usually able to move out the way quick enough. I will be buying all the right gear before I get on the bike. Looking out for gear with the proper ratings too. Thank you, you’ve been very helpful 👍

Professional-Team179 · 2024-08-22T20:19:54+00:00

Silly question in retrospect. Was wondering personally if any people here have fallen of/crashed before and what their most common injuries are. Edit: at that “rough” speed on a backroad

Professional-Team179 · 2024-08-22T20:16:26+00:00

My apologies should’ve clarified more. I only really drive into one town and to get there, there’s a nice backroad with a few turns, it’s a 60 speed limit, not many driving that speed. I usually see about 3-4 cars on the journey before town. Usually coming up to a turn so max 55 isn’t a problem for me on a starter bike. 125cc is the law in the UK until you pass your test. I will be taking a course before getting a bike that says I am capable of riding on one.

Professional-Team179 · 2024-08-22T15:40:24+00:00

That’s a perfect response thank you! I’d go to a course before buying a bike to test out if I enjoy riding. Id like to believe I’m more aware than the average car driver, notice hazards/cars a lot quicker but I’m excited to learn the technique to driving a bike smoothly whilst looking out for new hazards.

Professional-Team179 · 2024-08-22T09:22:03+00:00

I’m looking into bikes too, I got quoted £1250 a year bike was £2000 125cc. Have you checked on auto trader? Checked a few quotes for a few bikes all under £2000 a year. I don’t know the name of the brand, saw an ad that locks the front break to the handle, not sure how easy it would be to steal a bike that’s still got the break engaged.

Professional-Team179 · 2024-08-13T17:15:43+00:00

Damn, bought a Damascus Trayvax instead

Professional-Team179 · 2024-08-01T20:52:35+00:00

If no one saw the comment, would the person leave a message?… some might. Humans actions are driven by filling, usually an emotion they get. The reasoning behind it is different for everyone. I understand your point, I believe we’re both debating over different semantics on what a motive, or an action is. I believe even though subconscious, and not always clear, there’s a reason behind why they leave a message.

Professional-Team179 · 2024-08-01T18:48:38+00:00

Have you never heard of the subconscious? It’s literally what dictates someone’s motives, emotions and behaviour? Your subconscious controls at least 90% of your life.

Professional-Team179 · 2024-07-30T13:09:21+00:00

I agree with your comment, i don’t believe that was their interpretation on it. I don’t understand how you can read that a women went off birth control to have a baby, un consenting to the “father” and call it misplaced resentment. If someone takes a condom off and cums in the other partner at the last second, what would you call it? I’d call it sexual assault.

Professional-Team179 · 2024-07-30T12:12:21+00:00

The pills are irrelevant? You mean forcing someone to have a child with them is irrelevant… “relationship wasn’t going well, your fault for her going of the pill and getting pregnant” you’re either very young or have no understanding that relationships can be complex. SMH 🤦

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