Help me understand...

[Malum]

As for your fixation on older men in tight pants, that's probably something better kept private. It's borderline creepy.

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Borderline ?

[indianmachine]

are they really loved and hyped? I didn't realize and seem pretty easy to acquire at MSRP.

I have a few. Don't wear them too often. They're ok, good for physical wear or when you want to keep it low key. Of course doesn't compare to Rolex but obviously not meant to either.

[indianmachine]

Originally Posted by Tangier11

Okay, so most responses to my question mentioned the toughness and durability of the plastic watch in question. Others mentioned the need the plastic watch for doing manly things. My how times have changed. Do you guys have any idea how tough a Rolex is.....

Agreed but when these ads were printed a sub date wasn't a $9k watch at MSRP and nearly double on the secondary.

[DAC2]

Originally Posted by koolpep

my g-shock metal square collection. Loved them! Try one on, for me it was the same epiphany i had as with rolex. The “hmmm, now i get it moment.” especially with the full metal and titanium ones.

OMG! Hahahahahaha ! ....... T h i s !!!!

[Chester01]

Originally Posted by Krash

The GSTB400 I posted above only has a lug to lug size of 48mm.


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Yea, but also almost 50mm diameter. My point being that the vast majority of there offering are enormous and for no apparent reason.


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[TomLou]

Originally Posted by Tangier11

Why are you on this forum...based on your response?

[TheVTCGuy]

A WIS is a WIS, there is no minimum amount of money required to spend on a watch to have a passion for this industry. You find G-shocks ugly? I find some Rolexes ugly, but I would never say that to someone wearing one. They have different tastes, so what? Someone that values and appreciates a timepiece doesn’t have to justify or explain their reasons.

[Koolpep]

Originally Posted by Polar Bear

Dunno about you guys but $100 for a shock proof, water proof Perpetual Calendar that's accurate to +/- 0.5 seconds a day sounds a like a pretty decent deal to me...

+ Chronograph, + Alarm, + GMT

As for the Rolex advertisement- that’s all old, way before the G-Shock was released in the mid 80s. When Rolex was one of the toughest watches.

[m3tek44]

Have G-shock in the event I travel places I do not wish to take $$ watches.

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[dpt.calvin]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

A WIS is a WIS, there is no minimum amount of money required to spend on a watch to have a passion for this industry. You find G-shocks ugly? I find some Rolexes ugly, but I would never say that to someone wearing one. They have different tastes, so what? Someone that values and appreciates a timepiece doesn’t have to justify or explain their reasons.

This!


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[7enderbender]

Industrial design icon with a connection to the military. I think they are cool. Not everything is about the price tag. Swiss Army knives, Bic lighters, Lamy pens, Converse chucks… all affordable and high value for what they are.
In fact, I would add Swatch to that list. I have a few of those, both mechanical and quarz. And wear them. Just like my vintage Russian Vostok or Apple Watch.

[Koolpep]

As for the Rolex = tough advertisement - this is an actual Rolex advert from a day ago in a German news magazine.

Talks about how the Viennese Philharmonics refine their craft over and over and create their unique sound. Rolex is an official sponsor.

[Koolpep]

Originally Posted by dpt.calvin

This!


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Couldn’t agree more with [mention]TheVTCGuy [/mention] and you. Watch collectors who talk down on others collection/collecting - are not real WIS. Real WIS are respectful and nice.

[donas]

"Help me understand" is not a true request for guidance, the OP isn't going to like them or agree no matter the argument. TRF was originally meant for those who enjoy watches, all watches, and everything about the art of time keeping; I'd love to see those days again. It is a shame that a once great place for daily visits has been taken over with nonsense threads and argumentative drivel.

As far as G-Shock, they are great watches and have their place.

[dpt.calvin]

Originally Posted by indianmachine

are they really loved and hyped? I didn't realize and seem pretty easy to acquire at MSRP.

Rolex wasn't loved/hyped 5 years ago when they were easy to buy off the shelf at MSRP, often below?

[dpt.calvin]

Originally Posted by donas

"Help me understand" is not a true request for guidance, the OP isn't going to like them or agree no matter the argument.

Agreed.

[dpt.calvin]

Is this thread in response to the new video posted by Watchfinder & Co?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH5989ijnBI

[28mm]

I don't understand how this thread is even allowed. It's trolling and a bit nasty. You don't like G Shocks then maybe don't buy one. Nothing to help you 'understand'.