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  1. Alexis Powell

    Fine Swiss Watches in the Field..?

    I don't think it is so strange, nor does it have to be about status or rarity. Many things that people do are not perfectly practical. Like birding, why do it? For some, it is a competitive enterprise, but I think it would be a mistake to attribute most interest in birding to its function as an...
  2. Alexis Powell

    Fine Swiss Watches in the Field..?

    Yes, true, enthusiasts only make up a small slice of the overall watch market. --AP
  3. Alexis Powell

    Fine Swiss Watches in the Field..?

    Based on my experiences in the watch-enthusiast community, I don't think that is a fair assessment. Many popular watches amongst enthusiasts cost $500-$1000 and are not effective as status symbols, nor are the widely appreciated models from Casio that cost $100 or less. Rolex watches are often...
  4. Alexis Powell

    Fine Swiss Watches in the Field..?

    Hey folks, no more discussion of German watches in the fine _Swiss_ watch thread! Where are the mods when you need them? --AP
  5. Alexis Powell

    Fine Swiss Watches in the Field..?

    Ha! My condolences. :) --AP
  6. Alexis Powell

    Fine Swiss Watches in the Field..?

    I like the IWC pilot watches with simpler faces, whereas that one is just nasty IMHO. Atrocious aesthetics! --AP
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