Owning a nice watch

[r.soleofsalford]

13 years ago I was taken ill. I was really struggling to breath and because of joint pain my wife had to dress and undress me. After months of seeing specialist and taking medication I was told I was over the worst although I still had life changing side effect.

To celebrated I bought a new 50" TV with a good Sky package.

I also bought myself a Breitling Navitimer watch because I liked the look of them, in fact it was the watch I most liked the look of.

I didn`t buy this watch to show off to neighbours and friends or to strangers in the pub. I bought the fucking thing for me and only me anybody who thinks anything else can go and fuck themselves.

 

[paulchapo]

Like a nice car then, or nice clothes, or a house ?
I don’t know why people bother .

A house is practical you live in it and unless you overpaid and there is a property crash it gains in value. Clothes you need and a car gets you from A to B.

I said in a later post what people choose to spend their money on is their business and if it gives them pleasure why not? It isn't for me though

 

[DTKOAG]

TAG batteries cost about 60-75 quid to replace....thats about every 3 years...

So the ones from the pound shop won’t work then ?

 

[dronefromsector7G]

So the ones from the pound shop won’t work then ?

Twice a day

 

[crublue1]

It's an Accutron Spaceview

Ah, that explains it then. Hope you get it sorted.

 

[TheBlueDune]

Well I wouldn't call the latter wasting it, you are creating great memories and having lots of fun. To be fair whatever people send their money on is their business and if watches and jewelry make them happy why not? I bought a Seiko world timer watch in Singapore for £40 in 1981. The battery ran out and it has sat in a draw for decades now. I have no idea if it's worth anything but when I bought it I felt the dogs bollocks lol.

Spent loads on wine women and song over the years. So much that can't remember most of it.
At least I've got a reasonably nice watch.

 

[crublue1]

13 years ago I was taken ill. I was really struggling to breath and because of joint pain my wife had to dress and undress me. After months of seeing specialist and taking medication I was told I was over the worst although I still had life changing side effect.

To celebrated I bought a new 50" TV with a good Sky package.

I also bought myself a Breitling Navitimer watch because I liked the look of them, in fact it was the watch I most liked the look of.

I didn`t buy this watch to show off to neighbours and friends or to strangers in the pub. I bought the fucking thing for me and only me anybody who thinks anything else can go and fuck themselves.

The navitimer is a great watch, iconic in fact. But how the fuck do you make sense of the dial its a busy fucker innit.

 

[super_city_si]

I would love to spend 5k and get an Iwc but that’s me living in dreamland! Maybe a k, I quite like the look of tag formula one

I got that very watch. Love it. Same as you, i fancied a proper watch but didnt have 5k to drop. I got it ages ago, maybe just over 10 years and its still mint

 

[oldius]

That's the Grail dress watch for me, would pair well with my Atmos. Would happily swap for my pie-pan connie but you're right, life comes first.

Ooh, I misread, I thought you said pair well with AN Atmos, not that you owned one. They were always a clock that I wanted.

 

[m7mcfc]

Had this two years. I get bored easy but not of this one.

 

[discopop]

I bought a semi-decent watch after I did a well paid piece of work overseas.
It serves as a reminder that I should get personal rewards for myself and not just spend the cash on wine, women and song, or waste it.

Exactly the same thing I did after having spent three months working in Korea and Taiwan, picked up an Omega Speedmaster Pro, brings back memories every-time I wear it, however it’s going away for a major service which will cost a decent amount but the satisfaction it gives me is beyond measure.

 

[Kinkladze 1]

Had this two years. I get bored easy but not of this one.

Very understated!

 

[r.soleofsalford]

The navitimer is a great watch, iconic in fact. But how the fuck do you make sense of the dial its a busy fucker innit.

I still dont know what the red hand is about but I think it looks good

 

[Bill Walker]

Well I wouldn't call the latter wasting it, you are creating great memories and having lots of fun. To be fair whatever people send their money on is their business and if watches and jewelry make them happy why not? I bought a Seiko world timer watch in Singapore for £40 in 1981. The battery ran out and it has sat in a draw for decades now. I have no idea if it's worth anything but when I bought it I felt the dogs bollocks lol.

Singapore eh...
Was the guy on a street corner ?

 

[andyhinch]

I still dont know what the red hand is about but I think it looks good

Nothing wrong with owning something nice that makes you feel good otherwise diamonds would be worthless, as for the red hand, it’s in a gang ;-)

 

[manchester blue]

Played golf a few years ago in Portugal on the last day of holiday. Rented clubs. Took Tag watch off part way round as it was annoying me as it was so hot and put it in the golf bag.

That sinking feeling when on the plane home...

Down to a Tag Carrera and Omega Seamaster now and love them both.

 

[Mike Cledford]

I've had £8 Seikos for years. Tells perfect time, lights up, alarm and stop watch - all l need in a watch. If l lose it Amazon will provide another the next day. But the missus thinks a professional should have something fancy.com
When l saw the vet was wearing one l told him that the old girl said and he sang it's praises and added that he had to stick him arm up cows' arses so it didn't matter if he lost one up there.
So all the more reason for another £8 wonder when the time comes,;).

 

[Sir peace frog]

i cant afford a "nice watch" wouldnt get alot of use out of it anyway, couldn't wear it for work(airport worker) or hobbying(fishing) .

i've got a G-shock, looks ok tells the time , is as tough as fuck and water proof, don't get me wrong i would love a top watch but sadly cant afford one,

if anyone who has a couple of splendid watches would like to donate one i swear i would cherish it :)

 

[worsleyweb]

Never had one for more than a week.

 

[paulchapo]

Singapore eh...
Was the guy on a street corner ?

No that was Bugis street where I bought all my cassettes. I bought it from a jewellers in the shopping centre on Orchard road.