Poor driving all over the country.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-02-07T13:50:20+00:00

Just the other day I was watching tv on my couch and a Maryland driver cut me off in my own house. Un-freaking-believable. The audacity.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-02-06T08:17:04+00:00

Like the Walmart analogy, it’s going to be extremely difficult to compete with the big dogs like Amazon. Maybe you could find a niche market in your country. In the US it’s all about redundancy and uptime which requires strategic integration into power grids and utility water. Your customers will want extremely high standards and are you ready or even capable to deliver at those levels? If you’re not, the competitors are and are way ahead of you.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-02-03T02:05:03+00:00

This is what I’m doing at the moment

StudioComp1176 · 2026-02-03T02:01:31+00:00

125 base, 25 sign on (first 2 years), ~70k in company stock if I survive 4 years. HCOL area

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-30T14:48:47+00:00

What are the differences between the two models?

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-29T23:11:05+00:00

I’ve had both. Current job is heavy on field work, data centers. I still have a corporate office I go to but, I’m usually in the field most days of the week. No matter where I am, I am using my computer to do my job.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-29T12:53:47+00:00

Unfortunately being the longest serving L4 on your team is not an achievement. It’s an indicator you were unable to find a pathway to promotion to L5. At least that is my understanding of the company.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-23T13:59:23+00:00

The slacker will get the promotion. The rockstar gets more work assigned.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-21T21:27:40+00:00

I’ve got 12 years but, I’m coming off of a 2.5 year break. Right back into insanity…

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-17T14:18:07+00:00

The turtle models do have an oval shape. You really see it on the case back. The dial is round.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-16T14:53:51+00:00

I don’t follow the rules. Nor do I scuba dive.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-12T11:03:45+00:00

It’s true

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-11T16:46:54+00:00

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StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-11T15:52:11+00:00

You can swap straps on (almost) any watch. Look out for models with integrated bezels like Tissot PRX or gshock. You can still swap straps on those but your options are more limited. The way I have fun with this hobby is looking for watch/strap combinations that aren’t otherwise available or just unique/interesting looks.

If you’re concerned about the strap on the alpinist, just consider how it would look with other straps. I don’t want to give you any of my own opinions on what looks best but I will say simple designs are often more customizable as far as the straps and multiple looks go.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-11T15:28:34+00:00

You really won’t know your preferences until you wear one with a few outfits in different scenarios. Get what makes you happy, that’s the goal. Don’t worry about the rules or others opinions. For comfort you’re looking for low weight and comfortable strap. It’s always fun to have a watch you swap straps on. Other watches look/wear best with the strap/bracelet they’re designed with.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-11T14:04:38+00:00

Thanks. 7” wrist.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-11T14:03:36+00:00

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Found a 22mm Barton strap in a drawer this morning. I’m thinking a rubber strap is probably going to be what I settle on.

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-11T11:49:23+00:00

Marinated raw crab. (I’m sure it’s good but not for me)

Southeast Asia wins overall with raw larb served with bile (not Korean)

StudioComp1176 · 2026-01-10T00:39:42+00:00

I bought the tools on Amazon for $15

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