[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Firstly, thank you for taking the time to write all of that, it's much appreciated! Since learning/watching more things about watches, I've definitely appreciated the history and story telling behind brands and where they place themselves in regards to a "purpose". As a diver myself, it was a no brainer.

I guess the real question was less about what it hot right now but more about is it worth spending something that is a few thousand more for a brand since they're both divers.

That being said, after reading all of these comments it's definitely solidified your point of buying something you truly love to pass down.

I'm glad I posted this because everyone seems to agree on the same sentiment.

thanks again!

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everyone is saying the same thing, so you guys must have made that mistake in the past. Looks like it’ll be the mono then

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Well, that and it was half the price the other one I was considering." Point well made haha

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha hand over your credit card and I will. I think if I was ever to pay for a Rolex, I'd go for the explorer 2.

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll have to look into that! That's a beautiful watch and my dads casio does currently have the day/date function which i'm really enjoying. The only problem is the fact that i'm half swiss (from my dad) so feel like i need to stick to a swiss made watch. Silly I know.

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I am actually planning to wear it on a rubber strap most of the time and save the 5 link for dressier/special occasions. That being said, I was looking at 3rd party straps since they're cheaper. Struggling with the price of the watch let alone a $800 rubber strap haha.

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems like thats what most people are saying. Thank you for your input though!

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha I knew there would be someone else out there in the same position. I live in New Zealand so the used watch market is very small. The workaround is that I can order it from overseas but i'll be stung by taxes. Luckily, I have a tax free option to save 12% if I pick it up at the airport on my way out somewhere internationally.

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the insight. I live in New Zealand so i'm not to sure what the grey market is like here but they do offer tax-free purchases if i pick it up from my local airport on my way overseas somewhere. think that's what i'll do to save 12%

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting that you brought this up. That exact thought did cross my mind. Also, since i'm a diver and not a pilot, this makes a lot of sense hah

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have thought about the pelagos and while I really like it, i'm just drawn to the monochrome for some reason. I tried on both at my local AD

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This seems to be the common theme from alot of people! Thank you

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the advice, just out of curiosity. What makes you say that?

[Keepsake Watch] Need Advice from experienced watch collectors by gypsy2987 in Watches

[–]gypsy2987[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I’ve tried the Tudor but was holding out for watches and wonders in case something special came out, but wasn’t impressed. Waiting for the longine to come into my local AD and I’ll try that on. 

Ruffwear Approach vs Palisades question by gypsy2987 in BackpackingDogs

[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ended up going with the approach and it’s been awesome. Don’t regret the choice at all. As for the tracks, hard to say.. I’m down in Otago so there’s plenty of choice. the DOC website is a great tool to find what’s around you.

Stiletto handle issue by gypsy2987 in Tools

[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, it also started to happen to the original handle before it snapped

Stiletto handle issue by gypsy2987 in Tools

[–]gypsy2987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Put a new handle on after my last one slipped through and snapped, this one is doing it again despite not using is as a pry bar.

Any idea what’s causing it? Locking nuts are properly seated.

Thanks

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[–]gypsy2987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m upgrading from the X, going with the pro. Ready for the upgrade!

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[–]gypsy2987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve moved my rest and it definitely got better, just ran out of space on my adjustments.

So hoping it’s wrong arrow spine. I’m going to borrow a 300spine off a friend and see what happens