Rolex OCD= Anal Retentive

[Chadridv]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

Call me anal, but you forgot D.

Hahaha my bad. Typing quick on iPhone.

D. Don't forget D

[Chadridv]

Originally Posted by mtgjr

It seems like there are a lot of such hyper-obsessive folks because they're all concentrated on this forum (as to be expected). As a percentage of total Rolex owners, this group is certainly statistically insignificant. An aberration, if you will. The forum just naturally provides a forum (ha) for them to engage their OCD/anal retentiveness. In other words, as others have suggested, if you're going to obsess over Rolex-related minutiae, this is the place to do it. Still fun to make fun of though....

This is all so true. Most of my "real world" friends/colleagues make a grimace when I even mention my "forum friends and stories". Forum membership and subscription already suggests an obsessive approach to the hobby.

[natosub]

Originally Posted by ~JJ

Still better than pics of Rolex and your xxxx.

x10!

[cornerstore]

Obsessive Crown Disorder better known as OCD is a known affliction that effects all Rolex owners at one time or another. Only known cure is switching brands.

[Punchthefatkid]

Originally Posted by ag986

I prefer the term CDO. It's like OCD, but in alphabetical order, as it should be.

Da-Dum-Tishhh! ... 'I'm here all week folks..' haha, the old ones are the best!

[GB-man]

No clue, I'm not one of those people you reference and could care less what people talk about on here as long as it abides by forum guidelines.

[Formulansx]

This thread has just reminded me it's time to synchronize with the atomic clock again.........and now everything is right with the world, down to the gnats a$$

[BristolCavendish]

Originally Posted by cornerstore

Obsessive Crown Disorder better known as OCD is a known affliction that effects all Rolex owners at one time or another.

I forgot all about that one. Imagine stressing out (or losing sleep) over crown alignment.

[GradyPhilpott]

The term OCD is overused here and the term neurosis is rarely used clinically if at all, which is also the case with anal retentive.

There is obsessive-compulsive disorder and there is obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. They are different.

OCD and OCPD are nothing to joke about. Moreover, OCD affects less than 3% of the population, while OCPD affects less than 10% of the population.

It is possible that both are over-represented here.

Regardless, there's nothing wrong with people appreciating the minor details of things.

I use loupes to inspect my coin collection, although I'm not inclined to do so with my watches.

Anyone who pays thousands of dollars for anything has a right to be a bit persnickety.

[peterpl]

Quite frankly I'm one of those OCD ppl and I'm not sorry about it.

If a watch cost $10k or more I'd expect perfection. Anything less is a cop out.

[Cerachrom12]

I've been accused of having anti-social personality disorder.
On top of O.C.D Any psychiatrists here?! LOL

[JacksonStone]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

OCD and OCPD are nothing to joke about.

Maybe not, but COPD is hilarious.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by GB-man

No clue, I'm not one of those people you reference and could care less what people talk about on here as long as it abides by forum guidelines.

You mean....couldn't care less....couldn't care less.....

In any event Tom....

LET'S STOP FEEDING THIS TROLL>>>>>>>>>

[Watch This]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

Call me anal, but you forgot D.

THAT is funny as hell.

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

The term OCD is overused here and the term neurosis is rarely used clinically if at all, which is also the case with anal retentive.

There is obsessive-compulsive disorder and there is obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. They are different.

OCD and OCPD are nothing to joke about. Moreover, OCD affects less than 3% of the population, while OCPD affects less than 10% of the population.

It is possible that both are over-represented here.

Regardless, there's nothing wrong with people appreciating the minor details of things.

I use loupes to inspect my coin collection, although I'm not inclined to do so with my watches.

Anyone who pays thousands of dollars for anything has a right to be a bit persnickety.

I paid tens of thousands of dollars for some pasture in Nebraska and haven't looked at it with a loupe or measured it with my dial calipers a single time. What's worse, cows crap on it all day long.

[DJ TT 2002]

Originally Posted by BristolCavendish

The increasing number of TRF/General Discussion OPs pertaining to scrutinizing case-size diameters, the virtues of Cape Cod polishing cloths, and trivial concerns regarding minor variations of -/+ 1-2 seconds/per day beyond COSC certifications tends to make me wonder.

Are a growing number of Rolex owners (along with a countless number of newbie purchasers) simply too uptight to enjoy their watches?

Perhaps those intrepid and tireless individuals should seek other more fulfilling outlets for satisfying their sense of inner peace (e.g. yoga, knitting, 'Willie Nelson' endeavors or a relaxing snooze). If Sigmund Freud was still around, he could probably write another book pertaining to this somewhat neurotic obsession/fixation.

If Sigmund Freud WERE still around ..............

[BristolCavendish]

Originally Posted by DJ TT 2002

If Sigmund Freud WERE still around ..............

Not to be 'anal' or anything but let's reserve that grammatical option for the countless high/prep school English teachers still yearning to write the next great American Novel.

When to use 'was' vs 'were'
Wishful sentences call for the subjunctive mood of the verb "to be," in which case, use "were."
For example: I wish I were more perceptive.
But when supposing about something that might be true (often in sentences with 'if' and 'could'), use the verb "was."
For example: If I was with you, I could have helped.
Reference: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/edu...ubjunctive-ve…

No biggie. Now back to inspecting those Rolexes.

[Rock]

Give him a break, Eddie.
The Forum would be less amusing if there weren't people who post somewhat provocative threads.
I know lots of people who aren't happy unless they are dragging their sorry asses around the world on holiday (and can't talk about anything else). They are more obsessive/neurotic than me.
All Forums are a bit obsessive about their chosen topic. Try the Wine, Coffee, Sports Car forums.

[bayerische]

I seldom read the general forum.

[DJ TT 2002]

Originally Posted by BristolCavendish

Not to be 'anal' or anything but let's reserve that grammatical option for the countless high/prep school English teachers still yearning to write the next great American Novel.

When to use 'was' vs 'were'
Wishful sentences call for the subjunctive mood of the verb "to be," in which case, use "were."
For example: I wish I were more perceptive.
But when supposing about something that might be true (often in sentences with 'if' and 'could'), use the verb "was."
For example: If I was with you, I could have helped.
Reference: http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/edu...ubjunctive-ve…

No biggie. Now back to inspecting those Rolexes.

Wow, it was just a joke about being OCD.
And directed at MY being OCD, to boot!!!!

I'm sorry you missed the irony, but no worries. No harm. No foul.
Wishing you all the best!!

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by ag986

I prefer the term CDO. It's like OCD, but in alphabetical order, as it should be.

Collateralized debt obligations? You must be one of those wall Street guys

[jfp2476]

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

The term OCD is overused here and the term neurosis is rarely used clinically if at all, which is also the case with anal retentive.

There is obsessive-compulsive disorder and there is obsessive-compulsive personality disorder. They are different.

OCD and OCPD are nothing to joke about. Moreover, OCD affects less than 3% of the population, while OCPD affects less than 10% of the population.

Hear, hear. As a mental health professional, I appreciate your post.

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[JacksonStone]

Originally Posted by jfp2476

Hear, hear. As a mental health professional, I appreciate your post.

You clearly aren't anal enough, or you would have objected to the fact his link to OCD leads to a Google search for OCPD. WTF?

[jfp2476]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

You clearly aren't anal enough, or you would have objected to the fact his link to OCD leads to a Google search for OCPD. WTF?

Very witty.

His links are irrelevant, his points are not.

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[JacksonStone]

Originally Posted by jfp2476

Very witty.

His links are irrelevant, his points are not.

If you don't see the humor of incorrect links in a dissertation on the distinctions between OCD and OCPD, I have to wonder if you've been in the business too long.

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by directioneng

You mean....couldn't care less....couldn't care less.....

In any event Tom....

LET'S STOP FEEDING THIS TROLL>>>>>>>>>

Damn I've been specifically working on not screwing that one up lately as well

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

If you don't see the humor of incorrect links in a dissertation on the distinctions between OCD and OCPD, I have to wonder if you've been in the business too long.

No one here is writing a dissertation. This is an internet forum and mistakes happen from time to time.

The point remains the same regardless.

You're doing a good impression, if that's your purpose.

[Andad]

[bdex75]

I like watches.



Now off to photo my gear shifter.


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[Andad]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

You clearly aren't anal enough, or you would have objected to the fact his link to OCD leads to a Google search for OCPD. WTF?

Some of us are capable of learning.