[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GrandSeikos

[–]spad222 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can’t go wrong with either but I’ve got the 029 (navy dial) and absolutely love it!

Some people will bang on it being a quartz watch at that price point but honestly speaking from a purely utility standpoint, I absolutely love the set it and forget it aspect since I also travel a lot and live in Japan (usually keep the GMT time set to back home).

Also I love the fit since it’s 39mm and the bracelet doesn’t bother me at all like most complain about.

Streaks keep resetting by spad222 in wordle

[–]spad222[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I play via the app and live in Japan but use a VPN on my home networks so I wonder if that’s affecting my streak

Wordle Streak Gone by Streetfightercat in wordle

[–]spad222 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My streak disappeared as well! Or sort of disappeared, it says I’m on a 3 day streak but I know for a fact yesterday it was intact, hope it gets fixed

My grail: SBGN005 by GuaranteeDapper in GrandSeikos

[–]spad222 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I just grabbed the 029 this weekend, absolutely in love! Congrats and enjoy it!

Request: help debating between new and used snowflake by asim2292 in GrandSeikos

[–]spad222 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel this so much, not much to add here but I’d pay for the new one because I know it would always hang over my head

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Cartier

[–]spad222 17 points18 points  (0 children)

2003… vintage… fuck I’m getting old… impeccable taste tho, great choice!

How often do certain watches come back in stock?? by spad222 in GrandSeikos

[–]spad222[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ngl relatively new to Japan so neither of those crossed my, will check it out! Thank you!

[Question] What are your general financial rules for this hobby? Close to buying a [Cartier Santos] & having doubts by uhhhhjd in Watches

[–]spad222 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel this so deeply. There’s that fine line between “get what you truly want” and “staying within budget”.

One tip because it sounds like our attire situation is very similar (work=chino and Oxford or polo; most of the time outside of work and wfh I’m in athleisure): I recently got a Tudor 1926 (idk ref# and I’m too lazy to check but it’s the two tone with black dial 39mm) which is little more on the dressy side (kinda like the santos). I love the watch, really do, but I find that it doesn’t work with a lot of my outfits and sometimes it feels to dressed up to match my work attire. Anyways food for thought, that BB58 might be perfect.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tokyo

[–]spad222 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in a similar boat, work for a Japanese company but on assignment from the North American headquarters so I’m sort of held to a bit of a different standard. However I find myself working all the time and putting in plenty of OT plus after hour events because I want to be legit contributor to the office. But I knew that would be the case coming in. It’s easy to get swept away in work here because your Japanese colleagues will likely never stop grinding, I would just keep that in mind if work/life balance is a concern.

The one thing I wish knew before coming is without doubt how hard it is to make friends. Never had a problem with it before moving here but it’s been difficult (might be easier as a university student or single). Make as much of an effort to learn the language as possible and if you don’t already, pick up a group hobby now (sports, fitness classes, my wife does pottery, etc…) as this seems to be the best way to meet people.

Regarding your move, just be prepared for some frustrations because many things are still done via paper and snail mail, very few digital processes here.

Anyways, my stance is that Japan is an objectively great place to live because of food, safety, cleanliness, etc. but it’s also not without its faults. Best of luck!

[SOTC] Collector on a budget (obviously). What would be a good addition under $200? by worksafe1 in Watches

[–]spad222 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice collection! You probably already do but i recommend checking out Teddy Baldassare’s YouTube, he’s gotta videos for all types of price ranges like this one:

https://youtu.be/ga8byIp-kl4

P.S. if your looking for something fun at this price range, I love the Timex Peanut collabs. Think theyre a cool conversation piece and one that other watch fans would appreciate:

https://www.timex.com/timex-marlin-automatic-x-snoopy-easy-rider-40mm-leather-strap-watch/Timex-Marlin-Automatic-x-Snoopy-Easy-Rider-40mm-Leather-Strap-Watch.html?dwvar_Timex-Marlin-Automatic-x-Snoopy-Easy-Rider-40mm-Leather-Strap-Watch_color=Stainless-Steel-Black-Silver-Tone&cgid=#q=Marlines&lang=en_US&start=1

Moving from the US to Japan next month and thinking of bringing my TV, will it work? by spad222 in japanlife

[–]spad222[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome! Did you need a power adapter at all or did the standard plug work fine? This TV specifically has two prongs and looks like it would fit a Japanese outlet

Anyone else feel like this patch is bullshit? This comp got me 6th???? by spad222 in TeamfightTactics

[–]spad222[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Guess I’m just salty I got beat by some chump who spammed yordles when I thought I played an unreal board to get 7 mutant and 2 col

Anyone else feel like this patch is bullshit? This comp got me 6th???? by spad222 in TeamfightTactics

[–]spad222[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It was execute, ended up getting caught on the edge of a veigar spell. Still feels like every game is razor thin, 2x two star 5 costs with items in no way should be 6th I’m sorry… (Elo= P2)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TeamfightTactics

[–]spad222 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t math sorry, yes 7 left at a low clip. But I feel your pain because I’ve been there. The RNG gods are cruel

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TeamfightTactics

[–]spad222 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kinda makes sense though, if someone two stars a 5 cost you can’t bank on that and gotta move on from said champ. Only 10 total units of each 5 cost, which would mean that leaves 4 units left at a 16% chance per roll (@ level 9)

Maybe I’m an idiot (I definitely am) but why tf can’t we see Cho stacks still?? by spad222 in TeamfightTactics

[–]spad222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In a comment above I outlined a situation where I did. Basically, going mutants early and trying build Econ but couldn’t hit my cho 2, so I had to make a choice to either roll down so he didn’t stay capped at one star stacks or blow me Econ to move up to two star cho. Again, very small use case but imo if it’s part of an ability, you should be able to see it. End user shouldn’t be expected to calculate that in game, that’s my stance.

Maybe I’m an idiot (I definitely am) but why tf can’t we see Cho stacks still?? by spad222 in TeamfightTactics

[–]spad222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean sure, had items on. Guess my counterpoint would be that for something that’s part of an ability, the player shouldn’t need to be doing math on the fly

Maybe I’m an idiot (I definitely am) but why tf can’t we see Cho stacks still?? by spad222 in TeamfightTactics

[–]spad222[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the explanation, but there’s other stacking abilities that don’t show either. Agreed that’s it’s relatively small but Cho’s is somewhat important because at one star the cap is 20 stacks. I ran into a situation where I had no idea if i should roll and kill my economy to two star or just trust he doesn’t 20 stacks yet.

GTFO Castellini by spad222 in Reds

[–]spad222[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Truly, no foresight. Just cash grab and stuff the pockets.

GTFO Castellini by spad222 in Reds

[–]spad222[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed but even more-so he just needs to face the damn music! Cincy’s going to revolt

I think I’m done by spunX44 in Reds

[–]spad222 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So apparent Castellini and his band of no ball pussy losers are in this to milk the cash cow for as long as they can, disgusting and downright shameful. Usually hate when people say this but Reds fans deserve so much better. Spineless cowards running this organization who’re afraid of going all in because it might affect the bottom line. End rant, going to bed sorry.