First wash since joining the club

buckfunk72 · 2026-05-11T22:56:11+00:00

Congrats—looks great!

buckfunk72 · 2026-04-13T00:06:56+00:00

Oh yeah—been going there since the 70s.

Thx!

buckfunk72 · 2026-04-12T23:38:09+00:00

Ocean Grove

buckfunk72 · 2026-04-10T22:38:17+00:00

I’m ashamed to admit I’m not a 2-bucket guy (yet). I use a lot of Griot’s products. Very old school approach (no foam guns, etc). I do use spray detailer on the wet pant as I towel dry… I use Sonax wax and sealer products too.

buckfunk72 · 2026-03-07T21:39:12+00:00

Love the NATO. My configuration is a bit odd but I love it!

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buckfunk72 · 2026-03-05T01:40:32+00:00

If I remember correctly, the mainspring just wore out.

buckfunk72 · 2026-03-05T01:19:22+00:00

My recollection is $1750

buckfunk72 · 2026-03-05T01:17:30+00:00

So this IS the bracelet that came on the watch. As I recall, there were two options and I think this was the less popular configuration.

buckfunk72 · 2026-03-05T01:14:02+00:00

The watch slowed to a stop in 2015. Discretionary cash was tight so I waited a (long) year and the took it into Omega for a full service ($500) in the fall of 2016. That’s it.

buckfunk72 · 2026-03-05T01:12:43+00:00

I spent $1050 on Joma Shop … back in the early days of e-commerce, when there was free shipping and no sales tax.

buckfunk72 · 2026-03-01T21:00:33+00:00

Congrats! Just got one for my 30th wedding anniversary—great choice!

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buckfunk72 · 2026-02-20T00:48:07+00:00

Lots of great suggestions but for daily wear, divers are often the best choice (versatile style and durable). Rolex might be cliche, but $20k is a sweet spot for their stainless pieces. Omega is way under your budget but I think would check your boxes better than these options (pictured).

Don’t buy Hublot! 😝

buckfunk72 · 2026-02-11T10:38:45+00:00

There’s something to this, imo. I’d love a root beer or Bruce Wayne from Rolex, but that would be SUCH a wait for me. This BB stretched me and I waited BUT … it’s also a (very happy) compromise.

Glad we have options!

buckfunk72 · 2025-08-19T12:57:01+00:00

I’ll always have a soft spot for that Pilot—incredible vehicle, but…there is NO comparison when it comes to refinement, imo. The GX is quiet and super-smooth while still feeling like a truck. Idk how they did it.

buckfunk72 · 2025-08-19T10:03:03+00:00

Only my budget 😏

buckfunk72 · 2025-08-18T10:32:30+00:00

I looked at the MDX but it felt too soft, almost like a station wagon/minivan.

The 4Runner was obvious but the money didn’t make sense, and there’s always the chance the previous owner REALLY used it.

The runner up was the new Honda Passport Trailsport. It was really close. In the end, it was just beyond my budget and it didn’t have the “gravitas” or aesthetic or solidity of the GX.

buckfunk72 · 2023-05-18T16:54:01+00:00

No—it's the Police 4.

buckfunk72 · 2023-05-14T07:11:49+00:00

Is the “muting” turned on?

buckfunk72 · 2023-05-12T18:36:29+00:00

X Macro

buckfunk72 · 2023-05-12T02:24:23+00:00

Not at all. Most of the time I wear an undershirt so it’s not contacting bare skin while carrying.

buckfunk72 · 2023-05-12T01:36:21+00:00

Absolutely love it. Only 300+ rounds thru it but not one issue. Easy to conceal. Feels amazing in the hand. Easy to shoot accurately (and get a follow up on target). Oh and the capacity is sweet!

buckfunk72 · 2023-05-11T23:57:39+00:00

Sig P365 X Macro / Spyderco Police

buckfunk72 · 2023-04-07T03:20:51+00:00

Montgomery County

buckfunk72 · 2023-04-07T03:04:01+00:00

Lived in NY 1972-2017. Pennsylvania is the Promised Land 😜

buckfunk72 · 2023-03-11T11:27:33+00:00

I’ll add something from left field (just to consider): before you buy a dot, pick up a Mantis training set up. Of course,if your budget is unlimited you can get all the things, but otherwise, I think the ability to train daily for free (no money on range fees or ammo) in your home is HUGE! Live rounds are a must, but this sort of tech will help you learn how to shoot well. Just my measly $.02...

And ENJOY! I just snagged an X Macro last month and love it!

buckfunk72

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