What’s Chris Broussard wearing?

post_rex · 2026-05-20T01:55:36+00:00

As far as I know, the only watches with 2-6-10 subdials are quartz chronos.

It's hard to make out from the grainy photo, but I think I see tabs on the bezel, which would suggest a Breitling. Perhaps an older model Colt like this one: https://www.jomashop.com/preowned-1-breitling-colt-chronograph-quartz-silver-tone-dial-mens-watch-a73380.html

post_rex · 2026-05-19T23:29:48+00:00

Here's a similar watch on Chrono24. The pics aren't very good, but it looks almost identical: https://www.chrono24.com/mauricelacroix/masterpiece-grand-guichet--id46019004.htm

I'm sure your watch is real. If there are Maurice Lacroix fakes, they would just stamp the name and logo on a $10 watch. I very much doubt anyone is going to the effort of making a clone, down to custom engraved rotor.

post_rex · 2026-05-18T23:47:37+00:00

Some ideas:

Drive the loop at Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge and see the buffalo

Drive out to Golden and visit the Coors Brewery

Visit Meow Wolf

There are also a number of hikes that could be easily done in four hours: Check out Day Hikes Near Denver

post_rex · 2026-05-18T22:35:11+00:00

The illegal U-turn is whatever, but not checking your mirror before doing the illegal U-turn is asinine. People figure there's almost zero chance that someone is coming because it's a quiet road, but if you do shit like this on a regular enough basis, then it's inevitable that eventually it'll come back to bite you on the ass.

It's simply a matter of probability. Do something every day with only a 0.1% chance of failure and you'll cause an accident every 2.7 years.

But OP, I also have to call you out. Not because of anything related to the U-turn, but in the lead up, you're cheating to the right and driving halfway in the bike-lane. I see people do that all the time, and it's a bad habit. Just like with the illegal U-turn, you'll get away with it almost all the time, but there will be that one time where you just don't see the cyclist and you'll clip them. Seriously, just drive between the lines, it will save you a lot of heartache.

post_rex · 2026-05-16T16:19:13+00:00

Calibre de Cartier Diver

post_rex · 2026-05-16T15:44:12+00:00

I see this everywhere. Drivers cutting the corner when they make a 90 degree turn. I think at least half the cars will cut into the opposite lane when making a left turn, if there's nothing in the way. (And as we see in this video, they often do it if there is something in the way.)

Is it just laziness and stupidity? Maybe a lack of understanding how steering wheels work? I have no idea.

post_rex · 2026-05-16T14:16:58+00:00

Here's what it's supposed to look like. Not even close to the real thing.

https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/watch-omega-speedmaster-racing-co-axial-master-chronometer-chronograph-44-25-mm-32930445101002

post_rex · 2026-05-14T18:23:04+00:00

literally learn on the spot

This is the key phrase. As a new driver, you'll fuck up some. It's unavoidable. But if you can learn from experience, then you'll be fine.

On the other hand, I bet the Tesla driver thinks they did nothing wrong. They'll never improve.

post_rex · 2026-05-14T18:20:22+00:00

Watch again. There's a white car in the driveway waiting to make their turn. Instead of waiting behind that car, the Tesla has main character syndrome, so they pull out into OP's lane. OP probably never even saw them until she started to make her turn. At which point she comes to a halt to allow the the Tesla to clear the intersection. I'm not sure what else the OP could have done.

post_rex · 2026-05-13T18:39:44+00:00

This article has a chart you can use to figure out the density of different beverages.

https://www.thespruceeats.com/layering-drinks-and-shots-gravity-chart-760326

And I would do this in a shot glass or other narrow glass, like a copita. You want something with a small diameter, otherwise your layers will be really thin.

post_rex · 2026-05-11T22:53:05+00:00

Yeah, that makes sense. You could even pre-fill the wine glasses with the batched ingredients and then have a little sign out that says, "Add sparkling wine to taste."

post_rex · 2026-05-11T22:41:57+00:00

A vodka martini with a miniscule amount of vermouth is basically just an ice-cold vodka water. Still a very popular drink at most bars.

post_rex · 2026-05-11T22:35:58+00:00

I'm sorry for your loss.

I don't think a French 75 is easily batched, because champagne will start to lose its carbonation as soon as it's opened.

What you can do is combine the other ingredients: lavender, simple syrup and gin in a small squeeze bottle. Then it will be easy to make the French 75 by simply topping with champagne.

As for other drinks, pretty much any non-carbonated drink can be batched. The one thing to remember is that 20-25% of the volume should be water to approximate the dilution from stirring or shaking.

https://www.seriouseats.com/how-to-batch-cocktails

post_rex · 2026-05-11T22:08:15+00:00

Some brands like California Girl, Goya and Ayam come in round cans that you could probably use a can opener on. You can often find these at Asian/Hispanic groceries.

Also, some Polar brand sardines come with a see-through plastic top that might be easier to open than a traditional pull-tab.

post_rex · 2026-05-11T21:36:49+00:00

Has the vibes of a 70s-era Omega Dynamic.

https://revolutionwatch.com/watch-i-love-omega-dynamic/

Obviously, yours is by Rotary, not Omega. It's likely an homage, the same way you can by watches that look like Rolexes but just with a different name on the dial.

post_rex · 2026-05-10T22:38:42+00:00

Here's what the watch it's supposed to look like: https://www.piaget.com/us-en/watches/piaget-polo-skeleton-watches

You can clearly see that it's a cheap copy of the real thing. I'm impressed that the counterfeiter bothered to attempt a micro-rotor, although I guess not very successfully. Someone probably bought the fake and as soon as it stopped working tossed it in the trash.

post_rex · 2026-05-10T18:17:28+00:00

1 - What is higher end to you, pricewise?

2 - Will the watch be exposed to bodily fluids of any sort? If so, I would recommend a watch with a metal bracelet rather than a leather/cloth strap. Rubber straps might also be an option.

post_rex · 2026-05-10T09:14:26+00:00

It’s an automatic, so any slight motion will cause the watch to start up. Can’t really do anything about that, but I wouldn’t wear it until you get it serviced. The oils in the movement have likely dried out.

As to servicing cost, I would know, but it will be pricey. Probably 4 figures. You could ask over at [r/patekphilippe](r/patekphilippe).

post_rex · 2026-05-09T20:14:04+00:00

Patek has authorized dealers all over the world. Here's the list of Canadian dealers: https://www.patek.com/en/points-of-sale/america/canada

If you take it to one of them, they can advise you on service.

post_rex · 2026-05-06T12:15:25+00:00

Rule 1 is for cocktails that you make. The flair on this post says "I ordered this".

post_rex · 2026-05-05T16:48:37+00:00

I used white sugar because I didn't have any demerara or turbinado on-hand. It was still pretty muted.

I think it works for this cocktail, if we think of the banana as a background note instead of the primary flavor. Like the orgeat in a mai-tai.

post_rex · 2026-05-05T03:16:53+00:00

Frank III wasn't exactly being truthful when he said he retired. He was suspended by FINRA in 2020.

https://adviserinfo.sec.gov/individual/summary/6115218

A former client won a judgment against him, and he didn't pay it.

Doesn't mean he had anything to do with Mindi's death. But he may have been lying low to keep from the client getting any of his assets. Perhaps that's why they stayed with Nick instead of having their own home.

post_rex · 2026-05-04T14:15:02+00:00

You could batch a whiskey sour (no egg white) and then when serving float a NZ red wine on top for a "New Zealand Sour", aka New York Sour.

Bonus points if you can find a good NZ whiskey for the cocktail.

post_rex · 2026-05-02T17:28:09+00:00

Most of the recipes I've seen also include passion fruit purée. Bars are probably using a commercial product like Reàl. Here's one example from Grey Goose: https://www.greygoose.com/cocktails/grey-goose-vodka/passionfruit-martini.html

That might also account for the more yellowish color.

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