AndrewD
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All great reasons, Ping
Thanks for reminding us why PuristS is such a great community for watch lovers. We are a relatively rare species, but the Internet brings us together. And interacting on many topics, not just watch related ones, is where the greatest rewards come from.
I am conscious that there are thousands who log in and read PPro regularly, but only a small proportion contribute by starting threads or commenting on the conversations under way. Can I encourage all of you to post a few words, add to a thread and support those who post their watches for all of us to enjoy? I promise you will get so much more back than you put in. After all, that's what keeps all of us coming back day after day and year after year.
Warm regards,
Andrew
There's no place like PuristS!
Top 10 Reasons to Start Posting on PuristSPro
Top 10 Reasons to Start Posting on PuristSPro If you have found us and are reading this then more likely than not, you’ve landed yourself into a very special group of individuals. Welcome! Although the rest of the world may not understand why you frequent...
Top Article, Ping!
Excellent summary on the reasons which are behind our love for this virtual home of ours! PuristSPro website has some excellent connections with the Watch Industry, and through the events organized by the brands, the members of our Community can chat with...
Thank you Nicolas!
It is definitely a unique opportunity to get one's foot in the door. I forgot to mention getting the chance to meet Mike Horn through Panerai and taking a sail with him. Great experiences I will cherish. Thanks again!
Very encouraging post Ping!
Am sure our new members will be encouraged to make their first few posts. I definitely agree with your listed benefits of posting. Esp on making new friends (some have become very dear to me personally now), asking questions and learning and also getting ...
Wow...very cool
...re: message from MB. It's amazing how well respected we are in the industry. making new friends is the best. Thanks for your comments Robin!
All great reasons, Ping
Thanks for reminding us why PuristS is such a great community for watch lovers. We are a relatively rare species, but the Internet brings us together. And interacting on many topics, not just watch related ones, is where the greatest rewards come from. I ...
Very well said Andrew!
There's a lot of love on here for sure. If we can even get a few more people to say hello, it'll be worth it. thanks for the comments.
Could one elaborate further? No, I think not.
Talent and skill is needed to sum up the issue so nicely, with humour and great accuracy as you did. I cannot believe that you had not thought about writing professionally before you joined the PuristS community. anyway, I am glad you did, so we can profi...
You are too kind Marcus
Finally getting a chance to respond :) Thank you so much for your comments Marcus. Really means a lot. It's been a true privilege being a part of this community and contributing to it. Hope to get the chance to meet you someday.
I'm not kind, simply honest ....
You are good, and I am glad to have your skill here with us, instead of elsewhere. Marcus
You get to creat and enjoy lasting friendships
It is crazy how big the world is yet you can become close friends with people 1000's of miles away by this shared passion. It is a great place to spend a few minutes or a few hours among friends. Bill
Beautiful post Ping...
Let me add only one note: This site cause addiction! I tried it on my skin :-) A great week end to all my PuristSPro friends! massi
But it's a good addiction...
...as long as you don't spend all your money on watches, lol :) Thank you!
Reason #11
You can win cool prizes :) if someone should know this that's me ;) Seriously In imperfect world this is the most perfect place to be Sincerely D P.S. How's my grammar and spelling?
Yes you can!
Wow that was a while ago but well deserved :) And your grammar and spelling are perfect! Glad to know you in this "perfect world"
Thanks a lot Ping for this superb article!
And as you said, they are the TOP reasons because there are some more! :) Fx
You are absolutely correct!
There are many more and it was difficult to narrow the choices down. I suppose it can also be personal to each individual. Thanks!
Are you sure about #8 . . .
. . . 'cause there are times when I'm just wiped out after a long session of posting! :-) Bless you for writing this, Ping - you're right on each and every count. Art
Thank you Art!
Lol, inserted that one for a comedic break :) I suppose mental exercise can be equally if not more exhausting at times
Well put Ping.
Also, the Purists are some of the nicest and most encouraging people you will ever meet.
Having someone like you here is reason enough.
I know, I know, .... I'm a bit of a charmer. ;) Best Fernando
Aww...now you've made me blush...
Thank you and I am definitely in the minority for sure.
Exactly how I "evolved" thanks to PuristSPro!
What you are saying are all true and I myself experienced the same "path". I, too, encourage everyone to start the "path". Many should prefer "two way communication" than "one way". Best wishes for your watch life, Ken
Then you know how much it means...
Two-way is so much more fulfilling. Best wishes to you too Ken. Hope to meet someday :)
The best reason of all ...
Friendship! Your first image, Ping, reminded me of the fun we had a GTG last year. For those who don't remember, click here to be magically transported back to the original post . It happened to coincide with the International ChainScan on the WristScan F...
Yes, that is where I snagged the pic :)
I thought it illustrated my point well. Watches may come and go at times but friends can remain forever.
Great post
Great post, and so true It's like being together with close friends if you post frequent and share your thoughts. Everybody is so open minded and helpful (almost). A big difference to many other forums I found. The members are very diverse and have many i...
Thank you
I think you got it exactly right about our community. It is the "PuristS" mindset. Thank you for your comments
Ten great reasons, Ping!
I started here because of reason #10. The other nine is what keeping me come back for more! :) Best Blomman
Been crazy busy at work and PPro is like a warm family home that one comes back to...
my post count has dropped off the cliff becoz of new work and having knocked up SheWhoMustBeObeyed again :)- . But coming back here regularly or irregularly, is like going back to a warm family home again. best, Horo
Congratulations to you and ...
... Mrs Horo. Don't forget your other family though. Well done. Andrew
thanks matey....
after 9 long years, post the eldest boy. coincided with me finding out about The Purists site 9 years ago.... :)- that expalins the lack of domestic productivity, actually reproductivity :)- best, Horo
Wonderful post Ping. I have always declared our Community as my second home.
And I have always meant that. This place is deep in my heart, and always will be.
if i was new i would stick around after that post Ping
perfectly written and makes perfect sense. you even used my picture :) best G
Well..this post convinced me to join! :)
Hello to all, I have been thinking about joining for a while and this post finally convinced me: the part about visiting every watch store I can find, trying to understand which watch the guy next to me is wearing or spotting all the watches I see in a mo...
Welcome, Alberto, and brilliant post, Ping!
Missed this when it was first posted - have been at 30k feet most of this time - but glad I caught it now. Thanks, Ping! And Alberto, looking forward to reading more from you. TM
It often just takes a little 'push' to ...
... start posting. People love to hear about which watches have caught your eye, what is on your wrist, or just an encouraging response to others who make the effort to post. It is all about the community and our love of all things horological. Don't forg...
That's exactly it!
I just needed a little push! :) Thank you for the welcome, Andrew! Alberto
We all started small ...
... with one post. Even Nicolas "Mr 80K" started at the beginning. I hope you really enjoy yourself. Andrew
Yay!
Hi Alberto! I must first apologize for not responding to your post sooner. Don't know how I could have missed it. My bad. I am so happy that you have decided to join and start posting. You will soon find that it can be a lot of fun and maybe even addictiv...
Thank you Ping!
Thank you for the welcome and thanks again for the post that convinced me to join! It's great to receive all these welcomes and I already feel part of the community! Thanks! :) Alberto
A bit late.. But hopefully not too late.. Let me just say, you hit the 10 nail(s) well..
.. and I think, your "path" is something, which many here have experienced - very well written and nicely positive write- up, Ping ! And on a personal note, let me just simply say, that after some 4 years here among you all, and after a number of posts, c...
Never too late :)
Thank you for your comments. Glad you still enjoy browsing even after 4 years. It would probably take that long just to look at everything, lol. Thanks again.
I'm a lurker here on HOME Forum. Always participated more actively on...
...two brand forums and TimeOut. But hopefully will be more active here in the future. Ruckdee
Make yourself at home. ;-)
Hi Ruckdee, I like the variety of topics on HoMe. And we often draw general conversations from watches being discussed on the specific brand forums. My routine is that I always start on HoMe and then branch off to the brand fora that interest me at the ti...