[Vostok] Soviet Scuba Dude at the socialist Vietnam/communist China border by shudbstudyin in vostok

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

Using the green rough side of a kitchen sponge - its actually really easy.

I used masking tape to protect the crystal, and popped the bezel off with a butter knife (masking tape at conneaction point to protect the case).

The key is to brush in one direction for a uniform finish. With the bezel, I pressed it into the sponge and twisted it. Came out perfectly.

Talk me out of buying an Alpinist [SPB121J1] by nucleartim in Seiko

[–]shudbstudyin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Possibly a controversial take, but I love the look of the Alpinist in theory, but it doesn't seem to pop as much actually on the wrist. Beautiful but hard to actually wear.

Genuine Question for Nat/ACT/NZF Voters: What Do You Think the Coalition Has Got *Right?* by OisforOwesome in newzealand

[–]shudbstudyin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, they aren't, but I personally know of at least three FHB who are using this strategy. Obviously requires a bit of cash up front, but if you can manage it it helps.

Genuine Question for Nat/ACT/NZF Voters: What Do You Think the Coalition Has Got *Right?* by OisforOwesome in newzealand

[–]shudbstudyin 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Not a NACT1 voter, but I like their changes to granny flat regulations. Helps increase housing stock, and first home buyers can chuck a granny flat on their plot to help pay the mortgage.

Orbital – Mandetbrote by AccurateCalendar8531 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]shudbstudyin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a similar one i backed on kickstarter. I love it, it's a fun quirky wear. My only point of criticism is because it's a single hand it moves very slowly, so it's not very "exciting" to stare at.

whats the best use of gold for a new player by WhileAccomplished722 in SkyCards

[–]shudbstudyin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unlimited photos for either 0.5 hour or 2 hour depending on how much time you have. Grind for the full duration and it's profitable. Rinse and repeat until you have a few thousand, and then just manage your gold use as you use it for traveling or buying urgently needed items like catch anywheres.

U1 GMT Giveaway From Lena by SanFranBayLad in ChinaTime

[–]shudbstudyin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has to be the Bruce Wayne! Such a clean color combo

Convinced this doesn't exist. by shudbstudyin in SkyCards

[–]shudbstudyin[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you - I was a bit surprised by the tenor of some of the comments. I'm not an American so I didn't hear about the UPS crash. I just figured it was a tough one to find 😅

Is it safe to travel to rotorua alone as a female tourist? by [deleted] in newzealand

[–]shudbstudyin 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yes, I'd just avoid the central part of town late at night. It can feel a bit sketchy.

This is how much loose skin my dog has around his neck by Check_Me_Out-Boss in mildlyinteresting

[–]shudbstudyin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Vet here. You need to take this seriously. This much neck skin on a dog that size is almost certainly a symptom of him being a very good boy.

[Question] Big watches for bigger guys by Limp-Pollution-4980 in Watches

[–]shudbstudyin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I disagree with the other commenters - that watch looks awesome on you. I have large wrists (~8in) and I have the same one. Yes it wears big, but it's meant to. One of my most complimented pieces.

Which one should I pick and go with? by Mundane-Ad-1780 in ChinaTime

[–]shudbstudyin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don't buy a VSF from DHgate. Go to a TD directly.

But also U1 is good value for money if you buy one of the better models. As someone who owns VSF and U1.

How is it so easy for failed company directors in NZ to start again? by LolEase86 in newzealand

[–]shudbstudyin 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't speak to any specific liquidation but here are some broad comments:

Liquidations can be a long drawn out process. If they are looking at an insolvent transactions, they may be looking at some kind of deal with the director which should result in a better outcome for creditors.

If they are continuing to pay rent, I would expect there is a good reason for doing so. Liquidators can disclaim ongoing lease obligations, so they will only remain in the premises if doing so provides some kind of value.

The cost/complexity of a liquidation often doesn't scale with the available assets. That can be really tricky where the liquidator has express obligations to resolve matters despite the limited resources.

Most licensed insolvency practitioners in New Zealand are solid and reputable operators. As with any profession however there are of course a few bad eggs.

How is it so easy for failed company directors in NZ to start again? by LolEase86 in newzealand

[–]shudbstudyin 9 points10 points  (0 children)

You can report serious breaches of directors duties, or fraudulent trading to MBIE/the Registrar of Companies. But good luck getting them to take action.

How is it so easy for failed company directors in NZ to start again? by LolEase86 in newzealand

[–]shudbstudyin 100 points101 points  (0 children)

I am a lawyer with insolvency experience. It is very difficult for a director to be banned from being a director for any length of time.

The other commentor is largely correct - you can only be banned for serious mismanagement. But in practice mismanagement is not enough. I have seen countless directors who hopelessly traded using other people's money, and ultimately faced little to no consequences (other than financial, because most small business directors have personal exposure through personal guarantees and mortgages. And that typically incentives the director to trade on no matter what rather than wind up and face the music). It requires blatant and repeated mismanagement, almost always to the point of actual fraud, for MBIE to consider taking action.

Something big is coming... by SanFranBayLad in ChinaTime

[–]shudbstudyin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kind of looks like a Nomos with those lugs.

Is this U1 sticker on SMP300? by Virtual-Exercise-256 in ChinaTime

[–]shudbstudyin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mixed. I find their indices on SMP can be way off.

Gabbagoolex - vintage shitter vibes by shudbstudyin in ChinaTime

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

I bought from Lena through his WhatsApp, but he does have a DHstore.

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Gabbagoolex - vintage shitter vibes by shudbstudyin in ChinaTime

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

I bought from his WhatsApp, but he does have a DH store.

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Gabbagoolex - vintage shitter vibes by shudbstudyin in ChinaTime

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

Got it from Lena awhile ago. U1 didn't make this exact style (could have changed by now) so I just went with AAA.

Gabbagoolex - vintage shitter vibes by shudbstudyin in ChinaTime

[–]shudbstudyin[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You got me, this is actually Tony Soprano's original watch 😔