QUOTE(avantasia @ Jan 15 2014, 01:01 PM)
You have good taste. I'm wearing the same Everlast watch for the past 9 years.
How many mths' pay you willing to spend on watch?
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Jan 15 2014, 02:15 PM
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Jan 15 2014, 04:32 PM
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Doesn't matter bro..as long as u like and love it very much!
The other forummer here u can see got more branded watch than myself! |
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Jan 18 2014, 03:26 AM
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To some people these is to mark an achievements. Most of my friends buy themselves a TAG when they start working. Why? It's just a significant reminder to themselves they've worked hard enough. For me I guess it's all about self satisfaction. I know for sure if I were to buy a Seiko 5 copy of the Rolex Submariner I will not be satisfied. I will always think ahhhh one day when I earn enough that will be my goal. I am 25 and I am wearing a simple RM35 Casio.
And nope I think being able to pass down a Rolex to my grandson is a very meaningful thing to do. I'd wish my grandfather or even my father to give me a Patek or Rolex with family heritage or so. Most of these watches design are classic and everlasting. Most of these designs never really change for many years because they simply work. The Submariners, Datejust or even the Calatrava remains their distinguish look after many years. In fact I am here on this forum to hunt for vintage 1950s to 1970s Rolex to hopefully replace my Casio. Just my two cents. I can be wrong but this is just what I think. So don't flame me. |
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Jan 18 2014, 08:28 AM
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1. Self satisfaction
2. Mark an achievement 3. Family tradition.... i got the point from above |
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Jan 18 2014, 08:54 AM
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Jan 18 2014, 11:08 AM
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10% of my annual salary.
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Jan 18 2014, 11:12 AM
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QUOTE(kinz_11 @ Jan 18 2014, 03:26 AM) To some people these is to mark an achievements. Most of my friends buy themselves a TAG when they start working. Why? It's just a significant reminder to themselves they've worked hard enough. For me I guess it's all about self satisfaction. I know for sure if I were to buy a Seiko 5 copy of the Rolex Submariner I will not be satisfied. I will always think ahhhh one day when I earn enough that will be my goal. I am 25 and I am wearing a simple RM35 Casio. Agreed, especially automatic watches. They are classic if you send for regular servicing. It can too be inherited, and why not?And nope I think being able to pass down a Rolex to my grandson is a very meaningful thing to do. I'd wish my grandfather or even my father to give me a Patek or Rolex with family heritage or so. Most of these watches design are classic and everlasting. Most of these designs never really change for many years because they simply work. The Submariners, Datejust or even the Calatrava remains their distinguish look after many years. In fact I am here on this forum to hunt for vintage 1950s to 1970s Rolex to hopefully replace my Casio. Just my two cents. I can be wrong but this is just what I think. So don't flame me. |
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Jan 18 2014, 11:42 AM
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For me, it all boils down to self-satisfaction. Working hard, you might want to give yourself a bonus if you can afford it.
Also, getting a good watch which can be kept for years to come, why not? Some of them might depreciate but then, if its meant for self-satisfaction and keeping, who cares? |
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Jan 18 2014, 01:48 PM
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with the frequent robberies around, you would be grateful if you could wear your watch without fear....dont even think about passing it down unless you keep it in safe with a self winding box and not wear at all.
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Jan 18 2014, 01:50 PM
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Guys dont use much jewelry, so the watch is the main acc'y item besides the pen....and cufflinks.
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Jan 18 2014, 09:48 PM
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QUOTE(twins9 @ Jan 18 2014, 01:48 PM) with the frequent robberies around, you would be grateful if you could wear your watch without fear....dont even think about passing it down unless you keep it in safe with a self winding box and not wear at all. Agree. This is also my greatest concern. You have to be more careful where u go. No more mamak places....and shopping complexes always. |
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Jan 19 2014, 10:44 AM
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Mar 20 2014, 03:39 PM
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For those who are worried about safety, you must know when to wear the watch. I use my Tag only for work or when i'm meeting up with friends at safe places. Other than that, i just use my old G shock.
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Mar 20 2014, 03:54 PM
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currently owned alba.. looking forward either tag heuer or tissot on next purchase when got enough saving..
it's subjective to ask why wearing expensive watches.. some will say for satisfaction and some for business purpose to convince the customer it's like why paying rm1200 for bodykit when it give you zero benefit except draining your wallet? |
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Mar 21 2014, 11:39 PM
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QUOTE(skeleton202 @ Mar 20 2014, 03:54 PM) currently owned alba.. looking forward either tag heuer or tissot on next purchase when got enough saving.. Agree with u. I hope people will stop asking why mod car why buy expensive watch and so on. Cuz it can't be explained.it's subjective to ask why wearing expensive watches.. some will say for satisfaction and some for business purpose to convince the customer it's like why paying rm1200 for bodykit when it give you zero benefit except draining your wallet? |
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Mar 22 2014, 10:35 AM
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don't really understand people who are not willing to spend on good watches, these same people would rather spend 2k on a smartphone which is most likely to be outdated in 1-2 years time. and another 2k for another replacement. a good watch, if taken care well enough can last for decades!
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Apr 8 2014, 03:38 PM
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QUOTE(Naka7a @ Mar 22 2014, 11:35 AM) don't really understand people who are not willing to spend on good watches, these same people would rather spend 2k on a smartphone which is most likely to be outdated in 1-2 years time. and another 2k for another replacement. a good watch, if taken care well enough can last for decades! 100% agree. I love to collect watches especially mid ranges, like Omega, Breitling, IWC, Baume and Mercier, etc. IN Japan you can actually get these watches at really discounted prices at wholesaler instead of dealers. You can also sell of your watches easily as well. Watches is one of the small luxury that I can really dable in. Hope one day can moved into the higher end watches like Hublot and Panerai. |
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Apr 8 2014, 04:51 PM
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errr..... Hublot/panerai consider high end?
thought about same rage as Breitling/IWC sorry i noob. High end is A Lange & Sohne, Patek, RM.... anything else? for education purpose.... |
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Apr 9 2014, 10:04 AM
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QUOTE(Clueless07 @ Apr 8 2014, 05:51 PM) errr..... Hublot/panerai consider high end? Hublot and Panerai is "higher end" then Breitling/IWC, though each of this watches have their low end as well. thought about same rage as Breitling/IWC sorry i noob. High end is A Lange & Sohne, Patek, RM.... anything else? for education purpose.... As fo A Lange &Sohne, PATEK, RM, etc.....that is the next level. Slowly working my way up he ladder. |
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Apr 9 2014, 11:16 AM
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personal gratification.
we all find joys in different things in life. some people feel joy and happiness driving their mercsilly benz despite owing bank massive amount of money to pay for it. some people who have 7 figure savings in their bank account is happily commuting around in their myvi. a Patek is a mechanical masterpiece and an art piece of a master artisan, but only to the people who appreciates it. how much to spend is the wrong question to ask.. more like, how much satisfaction do you get from it, and how much work are you willing to put in for it. |
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