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2 June 2017, 07:14 AM | #31 | |
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Psychologically the mind wants to "want" more than it wants to have. It applies to everything. Once you get what you thought you wanted is never fully satisfying so the mind looks for the next thing. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro |
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2 June 2017, 10:29 AM | #32 |
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The addiction is bad
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2 June 2017, 10:33 AM | #33 | |
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2 June 2017, 10:38 AM | #34 |
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2 June 2017, 11:02 AM | #35 |
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2 June 2017, 01:01 PM | #37 |
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The hunt is the best part of the entire process, exciting, deal making etc. I have found that once you capture your watch, luxury sports car etc. the thrill is pretty much gone. I've been through this in my various interests throughout the years, applies to gun, car, knife collecting. I think it's the anticipation and sense of achievement that is somewhat fulfilling.
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2 June 2017, 01:05 PM | #38 |
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Literally no watch better than the Hulk. It plants its seed the first time you see it in person until your love for it finally blooms into an uncontrollable mass of green passion.
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2 June 2017, 01:09 PM | #39 |
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2 June 2017, 01:13 PM | #40 | |
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2 June 2017, 01:38 PM | #41 |
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The first mistake is the statement 'this is the last watch I will buy for a few years'. If I had a Rolex for every time I said that, oh wait...
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2 June 2017, 01:52 PM | #42 |
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I recently got excited hunting for a new Kindle to replace my now dead existing unit
I've already decided on my next watch, where I'm getting it from and when. However, I still call into the boutique once a month to try it on (and several others) just to feel like I'm hunting. I'm disturbed in the head and I need help
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2 June 2017, 04:30 PM | #43 | |
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2 June 2017, 04:31 PM | #44 | |
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2 June 2017, 04:32 PM | #45 |
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Thanks! As excited as I am to get back Stateside and see my family, I think I'm even more looking forward to picking up the LVc!
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2 June 2017, 04:34 PM | #46 | |
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2 June 2017, 04:35 PM | #47 |
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2 June 2017, 04:37 PM | #48 |
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So I have discovered! I'm already thinking about picking up a sweet pair of green Adidas Gazelles to match...
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2 June 2017, 04:41 PM | #49 | |
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I did the same thing five years ago (visited family in the States and bought an LVc (from DavidSW)). Still love the watch and am wearing it today. Pre-congrats! Be sure to share photos or your new beauty. |
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The one that would be my last, is just sooooooo far out of my budget
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2 June 2017, 06:02 PM | #51 |
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You've caught the bug! Definitely not alone friend.
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2 June 2017, 10:10 PM | #52 | |
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Fourth, when I bought the watch I believed the inability to adjust the band was a design flaw. I've since changed my mind. Once fitted the watch becomes "yours", uniquely "yours". I can see this as a flaw for a flipper, but think about what Patek is selling -- a watch that chooses you and you alone. Finally, there is the somewhat intangible allure of wearing a Patek as a tool watch. I see the 5067 as a basic tool watch. Is it as durable as any of my Rolexes? Probably not, then again in my opinion nothing really is. On the other hand the level of fit and finish on what is otherwise designed as a tool watch does it for me. I'm a bit of a noncomformist at heart. Wearing a 5067 makes me smile inside as it freaks out the "functional" tool watch guys and drives the PP crowd nuts as they think it is not at "real" Patek. |
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2 June 2017, 10:23 PM | #53 |
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We should start a support group. It's comforting to know that others share the affliction.
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2 June 2017, 10:28 PM | #54 |
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2 June 2017, 11:04 PM | #55 |
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Not alone in this one!
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3 June 2017, 12:00 AM | #56 | |
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Thanks for the info! I will definitely take a look before firing on the LVc, though I would have to be very persuaded not to get the Hulk at this point. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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3 June 2017, 12:01 AM | #57 | |
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Agreed! Maybe have the first meeting, oh, I don't know, maybe in Basel next March? I hear it's a lovely town... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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3 June 2017, 12:21 AM | #58 |
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Shit. Now I need a LVc. Thanks
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3 June 2017, 01:24 AM | #59 |
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Me too, I just got my Submariner and tempting to trade in for the SD43 or tempting to buy the SD43.
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3 June 2017, 01:29 AM | #60 |
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I was infactuated with the LV. Had amazing pics posted here saved to my phone etc.
Once I finally bought it, I rarely wore it! Now been flipped in prep for a 5711 Crazy hobby :) |
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