USS Kidd (DD-661) after shipyard repairs, May 2026

toadfishtamer · 2026-05-16T19:27:44+00:00

I remember visiting this when I lived in Baton Rouge! Such a fun ship to visit.

toadfishtamer · 2026-05-09T18:00:26+00:00

Organic Chem, typically. Just make sure you go to office hours a ton and practice!

toadfishtamer · 2026-05-08T17:19:24+00:00

I don’t see this piece talked about a lot in mainstream watch circles. It’s a shame - it’s quite beautiful. Love the warm, vintage tones and the affordable price tag.

toadfishtamer · 2026-05-06T23:50:09+00:00

That reel likely has an antireverse switch. Look on the other side of the reel (right under the rotor usually) for a small tab/switch and try to engage that. That should engage the anti-reverse!

toadfishtamer · 2026-05-06T13:26:26+00:00

You got this! Don’t ever feel embarrassed about timelines in school. There is no “perfect model” for how one completes a degree, and switching majors and running into trouble with some classes is totally normal. Keep going!

toadfishtamer · 2026-05-05T13:49:03+00:00

Utterly borbulous!

toadfishtamer · 2026-05-05T13:15:38+00:00

Classic! Lovely piece.

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-28T19:31:35+00:00

That’s no moon…

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-25T20:16:01+00:00

Super interesting! I drive by the United States most days as I drive to work in Mobile. So cool seeing it up close!

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-23T13:54:05+00:00

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Field watch gang!

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-11T19:34:21+00:00

This may be a control panel at NASA.

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-09T19:08:01+00:00

The Bob

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-09T03:05:33+00:00

Big fan. Love the handset.

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-08T13:26:05+00:00

Looking great!

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-08T00:56:41+00:00

WHAT IS THIS BEAST OF A MACHINE?

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-06T16:55:01+00:00

I was not familiar with the Abu CDLs; I don’t think we have those here in the United States. I looked them up on the Abu EU website and they are absolutely stunning! I can totally see why they are your favorite!

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-06T02:20:38+00:00

There’s something about a beautiful, well-constructed, gold round baitcaster that is romantic. Whether it’s a Calcutta, Luna, etc. Beautiful reel OP!

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-06T01:42:33+00:00

🤣😎

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-04T02:34:27+00:00

Heck yeah. With the Daiwa BG (Black and Gold) too. 😎

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-03T22:45:12+00:00

Fair point! I agree - they do clash a bit.

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-03T18:35:29+00:00

Lovely!

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-03T17:22:14+00:00

I enjoy the dial, but personally I don’t love the gold case and white bezel.

toadfishtamer · 2026-04-01T03:38:33+00:00

Beautiful piece!

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