You lost me. How does not ignoring the question and then lying about knowing the time deter a robbery or stickup?Jeepergeo wrote: ↑Sun Feb 27, 2022 2:46 pm I'm a watch wearer. When someone asks me what time it is, I usually just ignore them and keep moving along, or if I'm cranky, I will look at my watch and then reply that I don't know what time it is.
There is some usefulness to my response. Asking one for the time is a common lead in to a robbery or stickup, thus the technique to just ignore the question and continue on my way avoids that issue.
What watch do you wear on a daily basis, or are you wearing today?
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This isn't just my wallet. It's an organizer, a memory and an old friend.
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Timex. It takes a lickin and keeps on tickin.
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This was a recent phenomenon. Perfect confluence of inflation + rolex shortage + increase interest in all their vintage pieces.
I nabbed one for $3k last Christmas. Should be a $5k now
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Aggravates the perpetrator, so it turns into assault and battery. See, robbery prevented!JoeRetire wrote: ↑Mon Feb 28, 2022 1:29 pmYou lost me. How does not ignoring the question and then lying about knowing the time deter a robbery or stickup?Jeepergeo wrote: ↑Sun Feb 27, 2022 2:46 pm I'm a watch wearer. When someone asks me what time it is, I usually just ignore them and keep moving along, or if I'm cranky, I will look at my watch and then reply that I don't know what time it is.
There is some usefulness to my response. Asking one for the time is a common lead in to a robbery or stickup, thus the technique to just ignore the question and continue on my way avoids that issue.
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It's a common technique for bad guys to distract their mark. While the mark looks at their watch (or phone), they are momentarily distracted, and the bad guy takes advantage of that distraction and moves in. That's whyJoeRetire wrote: ↑Mon Feb 28, 2022 1:29 pmYou lost me. How does not ignoring the question and then lying about knowing the time deter a robbery or stickup?Jeepergeo wrote: ↑Sun Feb 27, 2022 2:46 pm I'm a watch wearer. When someone asks me what time it is, I usually just ignore them and keep moving along, or if I'm cranky, I will look at my watch and then reply that I don't know what time it is.
There is some usefulness to my response. Asking one for the time is a common lead in to a robbery or stickup, thus the technique to just ignore the question and continue on my way avoids that issue.
"the technique to just ignore the question and continue on my way avoids that issue. ".
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Apparently, unless you are cranky. Then you are willing to be momentarily distracted.Jeepergeo wrote: ↑Tue Mar 01, 2022 11:42 amIt's a common technique for bad guys to distract their mark. While the mark looks at their watch (or phone), they are momentarily distracted, and the bad guy takes advantage of that distraction and moves in. That's whyJoeRetire wrote: ↑Mon Feb 28, 2022 1:29 pmYou lost me. How does not ignoring the question and then lying about knowing the time deter a robbery or stickup?Jeepergeo wrote: ↑Sun Feb 27, 2022 2:46 pm I'm a watch wearer. When someone asks me what time it is, I usually just ignore them and keep moving along, or if I'm cranky, I will look at my watch and then reply that I don't know what time it is.
There is some usefulness to my response. Asking one for the time is a common lead in to a robbery or stickup, thus the technique to just ignore the question and continue on my way avoids that issue.
"the technique to just ignore the question and continue on my way avoids that issue. ".
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great posts!
In 1998, I was in St. Thomas VI and purchased an Omega Seamster 300. I called it my early retirement gift to myself after 32 years. I ended up working for 18 more years but still wear the Omega. It has been in the shop twice for degaussing and I do wind it once a week but it is my every day/all day watch.
I also have a Casio G Shock which I take on vacations, especially to the Islands.
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In 1998, I was in St. Thomas VI and purchased an Omega Seamster 300. I called it my early retirement gift to myself after 32 years. I ended up working for 18 more years but still wear the Omega. It has been in the shop twice for degaussing and I do wind it once a week but it is my every day/all day watch.
I also have a Casio G Shock which I take on vacations, especially to the Islands.
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Nothing wrong with that $20 Timex. They are $40 on sale now days but their accuracy is unbelievable and they look nice as well...wear mine all the time and the only time I have to mess with it, other than an occasional battery change, is when going on and off daylight savings time.fishandgolf wrote: ↑Sat Feb 05, 2022 2:27 pm For everyday, I wear some old crappy LED with a plastic band that I got from Walmart for $10.00; it's so worn that I can't even I.D. the thing. When I go out, which isn't too often anymore, I upgrade to a $20.00 Timex that I got for a birthday present several hundred years ago.
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My daily wear watch is a Garmin Venu SQ, one of their lowest priced fitness watches. I never saw the need for a Fitbit type fitness band until I retired and and started biking and hiking more, and wanted to monitor my heart and respiration rates. A couple of times I was checking my pulse after particularly arduous climbs, and other cyclists asked me if I was OK. That inspired me to get a fitness watch and I'm hooked on all the fitness and activity monitoring and metrics they have. I care about the fitness watch aspect much more than the smart watch capabilities. When this one dies I will get a higher end Garmin.
I have my dad's Bulova when the situation calls for something nicer. Its sentimental value is much greater than its monetary value.
Previously I usually wore cheap watches, mostly Casios that I bought at Target or WallyMart. Another interesting one I had was an AT&T logo "dive" watch that I got as a work gift. It was a practically a Rolex Submariner clone, except it lacked the cyclops date window that Rolex watches have.
I have my dad's Bulova when the situation calls for something nicer. Its sentimental value is much greater than its monetary value.
Previously I usually wore cheap watches, mostly Casios that I bought at Target or WallyMart. Another interesting one I had was an AT&T logo "dive" watch that I got as a work gift. It was a practically a Rolex Submariner clone, except it lacked the cyclops date window that Rolex watches have.
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Daily basis - none. In my bubble, wearing anything other than an Apple Watch would make me look even older than I am. That’s probably doubly true for premium brand jewelry.
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I wear a Samsung Galaxy Smartwatch. I like being able to change the watch face, seeing notifications if I am at a place I shouldn't be pulling out my phone, the step/workout tracking and the blood pressure reading (I have high BP). It looks pretty good in a casual environment but I'd probably wear a regular watch on the very rare occasion I wore a suit. I have a couple decent watches (Tag) that I haven't really worn since getting the smartwatch.
The biggest negative is it really needs to be charged daily.
The biggest negative is it really needs to be charged daily.
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I used to wear a watch to work as a sort of professional accessory, but I haven’t in at least 15 years, maybe 20 (once I started relying on a smartphone).
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CAISO G-Shock M5610-U.
Classic G-Shock look, very durable and rugged, atomic time sync, and solar charging. A really good every day watch.
Classic G-Shock look, very durable and rugged, atomic time sync, and solar charging. A really good every day watch.
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This. And I don't want a tan line.AnnetteLouisan wrote: ↑Fri Feb 03, 2023 12:55 pm I used to wear a watch to work as a sort of professional accessory, but I haven’t in at least 15 years, maybe 20 (once I started relying on a smartphone).
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Citizen Eco-drive. Uses a photocell to charge from any light. Hasn't stopped since I've had it. Cost about $70.
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Sunscreen?Bcdkgf wrote: ↑Fri Feb 03, 2023 1:08 pmThis. And I don't want a tan line.AnnetteLouisan wrote: ↑Fri Feb 03, 2023 12:55 pm I used to wear a watch to work as a sort of professional accessory, but I haven’t in at least 15 years, maybe 20 (once I started relying on a smartphone).
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Now that I'm not working I'm wearing an Apple watch. My previous job had a lot of security restrictions and anything bluetooth related including cell phones were prohibited so I didn't want to risk wearing it there by accident.
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Fitbit Charge 5
Its a watch + fitness tracker - I wear it pretty much 24 hrs (off only during showers). Have been using it for an year and wonder how I had not jumped on it earlier; now I can't live without monitoring my fitness metrics.
Its a watch + fitness tracker - I wear it pretty much 24 hrs (off only during showers). Have been using it for an year and wonder how I had not jumped on it earlier; now I can't live without monitoring my fitness metrics.
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Citizen Eco Drive on a nato strap when I rarely wear a watch.
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None. I haven't used a watch since presbyopia set in and I'm 80 years old now!
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Timex ironman. I use the timer and alarm daily in addition to the watch function. it was ~$40. I'll replace the band/battery as needed and, if history is any indication, it will serve its purpose for 6-10 years.
call me old fashioned, but the wedding ring and watch (if you can call a rubber-banded $40 digital watch 'jewelry') is all the ornamentation I find necessary.
call me old fashioned, but the wedding ring and watch (if you can call a rubber-banded $40 digital watch 'jewelry') is all the ornamentation I find necessary.
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A cheap Timex when I'm working on the farm or construction and a Citizen Eco Drive at work. Other than a shred of vanity, what is most important about a watch is that I can read the time without putting on my glasses.
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Apple Watch. I like it as a watch/fitbit/text reader/sleep tracker/multi-timer for cooking, etc.
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A self-illuminated Bertucci A-4T Super Yankee on a James Bond NATO strap.
Gotta love the titanium case, tritium tubes and sapphire crystal. Good looking and extremely durable.
Gotta love the titanium case, tritium tubes and sapphire crystal. Good looking and extremely durable.
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First generation Seiko Quartz Alarm-Chronograph LCD wristwatch. It is over 40 years old and is still ticking strong. Modern technology, but vintage. Of a different class from Casio.
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Banged up Apple Watch. They’re not good for hiking. Gonna upgrade to a Garmin next. I need a watch that can survive hiking without getting all scratched up.
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Casio G-Shock DW5600E-1V for the last year.
I wore an inherited Rolex Date daily for about 20yrs and had it serviced just once. The time finally started slipping so I sent it to Rolex and they quoted $1,500 for overhaul and parts. Instead I went with the Casio G-Shock. One day I'll have the Rolex serviced and give it to my son.
I wore an inherited Rolex Date daily for about 20yrs and had it serviced just once. The time finally started slipping so I sent it to Rolex and they quoted $1,500 for overhaul and parts. Instead I went with the Casio G-Shock. One day I'll have the Rolex serviced and give it to my son.
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I love my Citizen Eco Drive watch, but also like when I don't need to wear it...strummer6969 wrote: ↑Fri Feb 03, 2023 1:33 pm Citizen Eco Drive on a nato strap when I rarely wear a watch.
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I was in the same boat so I always wore the Casio G-shock solars that sync up to the atomic time clock (receive only). I have a metal silver one (2nd one I have had) and a black resin one. Never have to replace a battery or adjust the time (unless moving between time zones)
Now that my closed area restrictions have gone way down I wear a Galaxy 4 Classic smart watch. Love it except the charging. It's really helping me with my health (number of daily steps, sleep, etc.)
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timex ironman for last 25+ years- use lap, stopwatch alot
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Garmin Fenix 5X for the last five years, Casio G-Shock GW5600 for the five years prior to that.
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I’m alternating between my two Hamilton Jazzmaster Day/Dates. One with a black dial and the other silver. I have other watches but these are the two I’m wearing right now (not at the same time)
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One of my joys of retirement: no watch, after wearing one everyday while working. Four years in and no regrets. No watch. Just part of a chill, post-working-for-paycheck lifestyle.
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Bulova watch! Love them.
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My wife uses her watch (Apple watch) to locate her phone quite frequently. And this is despite us living in a very small apartment
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I do this quite a bit. My phone is always on silent, so unless its on a hard surface, i wont hear the vibration.
The phone locate feature is genius.
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Me: Apple watch occasionally; TAG Heuer rarely
Spouse: Garmin Fenix 7s Sapphire
Spouse: Garmin Fenix 7s Sapphire
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Apple Watch about 5% of time. Wasn’t a great idea for me.
I have my phone 99 % of time.
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Rolex Explorer II I traded a season’s worth of farm field mowing for it in 1985. $1,500 +/- Big big money to me back then
Worn it every day since
Worn it every day since
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That’s a beautiful watch. What color is the dial? They didn’t have sapphire then so is the crystal scratched? Have you ever had it serviced?westernreserve wrote: ↑Sat Feb 04, 2023 4:34 pm Rolex Explorer II I traded a season’s worth of farm field mowing for it in 1985. $1,500 +/- Big big money to me back then
Worn it every day since
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Barely lasts 1 day. That’s why I sold mine.buckeye7983 wrote: ↑Sat Feb 04, 2023 5:23 pmHow often does an iWatch need to be charged?
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Every nightbuckeye7983 wrote: ↑Sat Feb 04, 2023 5:23 pmHow often does an iWatch need to be charged?
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Black face, original crystal in perfect shape. Yes, I have it cleaned and serviced periodicallyNicolas wrote: ↑Sat Feb 04, 2023 5:02 pmThat’s a beautiful watch. What color is the dial? They didn’t have sapphire then so is the crystal scratched? Have you ever had it serviced?westernreserve wrote: ↑Sat Feb 04, 2023 4:34 pm Rolex Explorer II I traded a season’s worth of farm field mowing for it in 1985. $1,500 +/- Big big money to me back then
Worn it every day since