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In this reflective year-end post, holdemchamp1225 shares a personal moment on the golf course, accompanied by his Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5711/1A. His post sparks a broader discussion among collectors about the philosophy of wearing luxury watches and finding personal enjoyment amidst life's challenges. The insights shared by holdemchamp1225 and fellow enthusiasts offer a timeless perspective on appreciating both timepieces and personal well-being.
They are tools after all but most people treat them like FabergΓ© eggs π₯ π I even played squash once with a Tourbillon but that was not intentional since I did not want to take it off and put it in my gym bag due to the possibility of theft so it felt safer on my wrist π€£π Regardless of minor shock or slight damage, it could be sorted out with a treatment at the spa, worse case scenario π Wear your watches people and enjoy them as they were meant to be π
I've started to wear my Grand Seikos doing things I otherwise would have reserved for my less expensive pieces. It would still hurt to have to send it to GS for a repair (mainly due to time lost and GS' servicing dept has something of a reputation) but it's worth it in what it adds to memories with the watch and to the ownership experience - in really being able to own an object fully and extract value from its use. Much nicer than the ownership model of being a caretaker and worrying how blemis
5711, joining in a land based sport activity, is also very suitable for the occasion ! Hope you had fun !
Be safe out there π
More games. I've two more booked before the end of the year and I kept a record of how many I played. Considering I'm not retired, work full time and was locked out of my course due 4.5 months I will have played 77 games by new years eve. I also walked many more miles than every before. Took up hiit sessions 5 days a week. I've never been fitter since I was in my twenties. I also went on lots of cycles with me youngest son. Spent more time with the rest of the clan as I wasn't on a flight every
I enjoy playing golf alone. When I am trying to hone in my game, itβs helpful to be out alone with my thoughts. It also keeps my pace at a good rate.
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