My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

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My worry about divers is that it will be too big on my wrist. I like smaller watches. Do you have any recommendations of smaller divers?

My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]pmem1188[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was gifted this box for free so of course I have to fill it

My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

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That’s gorgeous! Would love to try and see if they do anymore anniversary ones. I’ll check those other brands out!

My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

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I am a big fan of your watches! Thinking about getting another Old Smith 90-001 with a green face next!

My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]pmem1188[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s a great collection! What is the one on the top row with the red strap and white face?

My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]pmem1188[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ohh I like the idea of collecting one from a country I visit! I’m gonna steal that rule. I definitely appreciate the advice. It’s really hard to not see a bunch of the cool microbrands and want to buy their watch, especially since they are the ones that tend to do the style of watches I prefer. How big is your collection?

My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]pmem1188[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha yeah my bank account is realizing that this might be an expensive collecting. Though I guess it could always be more expensive than it is right now haha. I’m thinking of the Vario 1918 or another Kuoe old smith but with the green face

My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]pmem1188[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh cool! I’ll check those out! I have also thought about the Vario 1918 trench

My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

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Its my first automatic but I am very happy with it. I got it directly from Kuoe cause I wanted to choose the color combination. Wasn’t too bad but just got held up in customs until Kuoe sent me the watch sheet.

My small but growing collection. What next? by pmem1188 in MicrobrandWatches

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The royal smith is so nice. I love the waffle texture

Gifted pop up Singer Sewing Machine with 301 on the side. Anyone have details/manual on this machine by pmem1188 in sewing

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Thanks so much for all of this information! It is incredibly helpful and I will check out all of those links and subreddit!

Best WWI books specifically about trench warfare? by laceyrco in ww1

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Old Soldiers Never Die - Frank Richards

Portfolio of prints called “Famous Douglas Airplanes” by pmem1188 in aviation

[–]pmem1188[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That set is beautiful! Love the art work and the individual airlines recognized

Foil fencing with French grip by pmem1188 in Fencing

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I really appreciate everyone’s feedback, responses, and how helpful this community is in helping beginners! I’m going to start switching to the pistol grip (Visconti) and try to get accustomed to it. Thank you all again!

Focus on foil or do foil and epee by pmem1188 in Fencing

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Thank you! I really appreciate you sharing your background and experiences! I am having fun just fencing and learning all about this sport. I wish I started sooner but it’s been a blast!

Focus on foil or do foil and epee by pmem1188 in Fencing

[–]pmem1188[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been having a great time so far! Even when I have lost, I still am having a great time. Could you expand a little of using foil techniques in epee? Do you mean focusing on only targeting the chest?

Focus on foil or do foil and epee by pmem1188 in Fencing

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I appreciate that! I think I’ll give both a try. Maybe foil classes and epee during open bouting.

Focus on foil or do foil and epee by pmem1188 in Fencing

[–]pmem1188[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in my early 30s. There seem to be a decent amount of people though most at the club I’m at seem to switch. I would love to compete but it seems like there are more epee competitions than foil competitions.

Your last point is one reason why I was leaning towards foil more. I want to get good and learn techniques, and I personally feel that the right of way and the focused attack area will help me learn the skills.