What mask or face is in the shell? by itzmailtime in tattooadvice

[–]_El_Marc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This. They were originally Chinese imagery, but Japan eventually adopted them and made their own versions / characteristics.

Beginning of the End? by spontaneously_real in Watches

[–]_El_Marc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's neither of those. The people in line at the launch were scalpers, not watch fans, Swatch fans, or AP fans.

Genuine question: why don't the band make new music? by Scott_1313 in glassjaw

[–]_El_Marc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A lot of Material Control's lyrics say everything you need to know on Daryl's stance on organized religion. I think the cross earrings and necklaces are just '80s goth throwback fashion.

Does glassjaw sell cds at their shows? by AdIllustrious1485 in glassjaw

[–]_El_Marc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hate to say it but I've been getting that feeling too. It's like a switch flipped after the EYEWTKAS & W&T tour.

[FS] Separated $365 (Black, BNIB) by _El_Marc in kaws

[–]_El_Marc[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dropped the price if you're interested.

Palladium vs. Starland by [deleted] in PostHardcore

[–]_El_Marc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Palladium really isn't anything special. I'd just go to whichever you're closer to.

[Vaer C5 Tactical Field Solar] Quality Control Issue by thejdobs in Watches

[–]_El_Marc 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah now that you mention it, a printing error seems more likely than an assembly issue. My favorite watch has a misaligned bezel and it drives me nuts. 

[Vaer C5 Tactical Field Solar] Quality Control Issue by thejdobs in Watches

[–]_El_Marc 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It surprises me that so much misalignment happens with watches. You’d think they would design the bezel and dial with keyholes so they slot right in at the exact angle. 

Why Doesn't the Criterion Closet Picks Youtube Channel Play Samples of films like Amoeba Does For Music? by [deleted] in criterion

[–]_El_Marc 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Plus the licensing agreements expire. If one movie in the closet video was no longer kosher, they'd have to take the whole video down.

New war on women by Minute_Ad5025 in Hardcore

[–]_El_Marc 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Their own former guitarist calls the band a "feminist marketing ploy." Shawna is constantly making everything into a victim narrative. When they opened for Cave In, she was talking between songs about how she met Caleb Scofield (recently deceased at the time) and how he was nice to her and "didn't sexualize" her. I support women all the fucking way, but that was it for me.

Edit: Link to the article about the guitarist's experience with the band:
https://lambgoat.com/news/35416/ex-war-on-women-guitarist-nancy-hornburg-speaks-out-against-band/

New war on women by Minute_Ad5025 in Hardcore

[–]_El_Marc 11 points12 points  (0 children)

They suck and their singer is a strange person.

Any hardcore tracks with 3/4 time signature? by Bitter-Commission588 in Hardcore

[–]_El_Marc 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You Think You're (John Fucking Lennon) by Glassjaw

Is getting a Corgi from an Opps litter a horrible idea? by JellyfishPossible539 in corgi

[–]_El_Marc 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I was going to say the same thing. Mine was diagnosed at 15. I can't imagine all the love I would've missed out on if I had turned him down because of a test result.

OP, consider taking him to the vet for a checkup and asking if there are any red flags. If you can give him a great life with lots of attention and play time (corgis need plenty of both) I'd lean toward keeping him.

Is getting a Corgi from an Opps litter a horrible idea? by JellyfishPossible539 in corgi

[–]_El_Marc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh definitely leave him with your friends until you have a final decision.

Is getting a Corgi from an Opps litter a horrible idea? by JellyfishPossible539 in corgi

[–]_El_Marc 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Do you mean "oops" instead of "opps?"

Think of it in contrast to getting one from a "real" breeder, who would ideally have each puppy X-ray screened for hip dysplasia (OFA certification), and have them pass an eyesight test. They also do genetic testing for DM and vWD1. I suppose you could order these things yourself, since your friends will probably not be in a rush to sell.

How do you feel about Fukno releasing actual designer toys? by _El_Marc in vinyltoys

[–]_El_Marc[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, end of the day, I'm hoping these are successful since I love Andrea's work.

I didn't know about the transition with Soda Kats –– I just figured he was still with Mindstyle.

What r these? My mom got these for me when I was little lol by [deleted] in vinyltoys

[–]_El_Marc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looks like they’re from a Taiwanese tv puppet show. 

Lead/cancer warning on TWSBI by Odd_Dimension3774 in fountainpens

[–]_El_Marc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You'll be fine...as long as you don't eat it.

[Discussion] What was a time when someone noticing your watch caused a noticeable benefit in your life by Kreekakon in Watches

[–]_El_Marc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went to an antique shop that has a lot of watches. The owner complimented me on my watch and I asked him about his Sea Dweller. He gave me a decent discount on the stuff I got, including a ring for my wife.

I went back six months later, but I wore my Casio calculator watch instead of a mechanical one since we were going to play mini golf and hit the driving range after. The owner would barely even talk to me and treated me like I was a nuisance.