| Author | Message | |||
| Ronald C. Steinhoff (Buylowsellnever)
Junior Member Username: Buylowsellnever Post Number: 92 Registered: 9-2002 |
Hey Ron, Looks like that's not all we have in common!  | |||
| Steven R. Rochlin (Enjoythemusic)
Member Username: Enjoythemusic Post Number: 677 Registered: 4-2002 |
Yes, Pateks can be a totally different exercise in collecting. The good news is they are also a profitable endeavor if you know the game. (Said in good humor... and truth) Wife??? What are those? Do they come with a warranty? Are these Wife things cheaper to maintain than a Ferrari? Are they collectable? Do you get a good pay back on your Wife investment? Just trying to understand this Wife thing as opposed to, say, a four-girlfriend thing. All help is always appreciated. Enjoy Your Time, Steven R. Rochlin | |||
| MarkPDX (Markpdx)
Member Username: Markpdx Post Number: 314 Registered: 4-2003 |
The first problem is that you are using .BMP format which is uncompressed so your file sizes are rather larger even for a relatively small picture. It would also appear that the board software does not automatically pop up .BMPs Are you using a Windows machine? Open up your pics in the "Paint" programs and "save as" a .JPG which compresses the image. Then upload the .JPG  Your watch picture in .BMP format was 197k, by simply saving in .JPG format it is now 16k.  | |||
| Nebula Class (Nebulaclass)
Member Username: Nebulaclass Post Number: 400 Registered: 11-2002 |
That should do it. | |||
| Nebula Class (Nebulaclass)
Member Username: Nebulaclass Post Number: 399 Registered: 11-2002 |
This is getting really frustrating. I've resized it, but each time I try to upload it, I'm told it's too big. Damnit!!! | |||
| Ron (Easy_rider)
Member Username: Easy_rider Post Number: 691 Registered: 12-2002 |
Ron, that is the exact same watch I have. I really like it. | |||
| Chris (Ecsplosive)
Junior Member Username: Ecsplosive Post Number: 102 Registered: 7-2003 |
It's all relative, gentleman... time and space... | |||
| MarkPDX (Markpdx)
Member Username: Markpdx Post Number: 312 Registered: 4-2003 |
Neb At what point are you having problems? Here are some basic instructions, sorry if this is overly simplistic. You want to make sure the pic is within size limits 640 X 640 pixels. If you are unsure open it in MS Paint, hit the "image" pulldown menue then click on "attributes". Hitting ctrl + e will also accomplish the same. Don't change the numbers from the "attributes" window as it will chop the pic rather than scale it down. To shrink your pic down go to "stretch/skew" under the "image" pulldown menu. Make the horizontal & vertical percentages smaller to shrink the pic. Be sure to use the same % in both or your pic will look funny then hit "ok". Then save your pic as a .JPG if it is not already. To post: Hit the "upload attachment" button. then hit the browse button when the "Add Image or Attachment" box pops up. Find the pic and hit the open button which puts you back to the "Add Image or Attachment" box and there will be a file path to the left of the "borowse" button. Then click the "upload" button. Wait into it says "file loaded" and click the "close" button. You will have a little piece of code in your message that looks kind of like this: /popgif(306229,Upload) Hit the "preview/post message" button and you should see your picture previewed like any other post. Then hit the "post this message" button. | |||
| Nebula Class (Nebulaclass)
Member Username: Nebulaclass Post Number: 398 Registered: 11-2002 |
Taek - The one I saw in Vegas was a darker color than the pic posted here. Like you, I always prefered Omega to Breitling (I'm wearing a GMT right now), but this damn Breitling really impressed me. I'd even seen it a few times in a few mags and wasn't impressed. It wasn't until I saw the beast that I really liked it. While I'm sure Breitling is making a WG version, I'm pretty sure most of them are SS. Keep in mind, though, that if you are a small guy, the 43mm (I think it's 43) dial will look HUGE on your arm. I'm a fairly big dude (6'1", 220lbs), and my GMT's 38mm dial looks kinda small on my wrist. See if you can find one in person and check it out. If you like sporty, you'll like this watch. Cheers. | |||
| Taek-Ho Kwon (Stickanddice)
Intermediate Member Username: Stickanddice Post Number: 1976 Registered: 11-2002 |
Pateks, Breguets, et al are all good. Just don't get the wife involved. They like the shiny ones. Now THOSE...I digress... Nebula, Maybe I should take a look. They come in WG or is that SS? I do like their "Pilot" bracelet. I wanted a sporty watch but opted for the Omega instead of the Breitling. Cheers | |||
| Nebula Class (Nebulaclass)
Member Username: Nebulaclass Post Number: 397 Registered: 11-2002 |
Taek - I was never a big fan of the Breitling Bentley until I saw it in person. Absolutely STUNNING watch! And Steven, I know WELL ENOUGH to stay away from the Pateks, Breugets, and Audemars. I am a MERE MORTAL, of course. And damnit! I wanna post this pic! Can ayone help? | |||
| Hubert Otlik (Hugh)
Intermediate Member Username: Hugh Post Number: 1275 Registered: 1-2002 |
>> MOMO has watches too.<< I saw some of the momo ferrari watches at the ferrari supestore in maranello, and I've got to admit, they're pretty, but outrageously expenisve for a watch brand that hasn't got the clout to back the cost. | |||
| Steven R. Rochlin (Enjoythemusic)
Member Username: Enjoythemusic Post Number: 675 Registered: 4-2002 |
Nebula, Just wait until you start collecting Pateks... Now instituting my "Don't ask, don't tell" policy. Enjoy the Drive, Steven R. Rochlin | |||
| Ronald C. Steinhoff (Buylowsellnever)
Junior Member Username: Buylowsellnever Post Number: 89 Registered: 9-2002 |
This is my watch:  Good starter watch. Love it. | |||
| David Mcguire (Matkat)
Junior Member Username: Matkat Post Number: 59 Registered: 3-2003 |
Rolex for me,got my first one at 17 (submariner) then a gmt master (for 17 years)then another submariner in half gold and for the past 3 years an 18ct day date with presidential,have no thoughts of changing it,well maybe for a patek phillipe!!! | |||
| Ryan Alexander (Ryalex)
New member Username: Ryalex Post Number: 42 Registered: 8-2003 |
Taek, I'm pretty sure I've seen Porsche Design watches, but I don't know who makes the actual timepiece. MOMO has watches too. | |||
| DL (Darth550)
Junior Member Username: Darth550 Post Number: 128 Registered: 7-2003 |
Taek, Omega has a "Shumacher" Speedmaster. DL | |||
| Taek-Ho Kwon (Stickanddice)
Intermediate Member Username: Stickanddice Post Number: 1969 Registered: 11-2002 |
Hmmm... Not a big fan of the hands on the Breitling Bentley. I kind of wish these were made a bit better. What other car manufacture/watch manufacture ties are out there? Apparently Bentley and Breitling is new. I know of GP and Ferrari (never cared for many of those models). Cheers | |||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 464 Registered: 5-2001 |
You are definitely not alone! I'd LOVE to own a real Heuer Monaco like McQueen wore in LeMans (however, I'm not a fan of that blue McQueen version they produced). I also really love that Ventura V-matic Loga http://www.ventura.ch/vmat_7.htm However, my father, who is a psychologist, has always tried to inculcate the virtues of living simply and not "needing" anything. It's great to have goals (like Ferrari's!!), but I'm always careful not to let them become needs. It can be difficult in LA, where you're constantly surrounded by wealth and poverty. I probably see an average of five Ferrari's a day here, and hope one day to have one myself, but I'm still deliriously happy with my M3 (and realize how lucky I am to even have it!) Ok, removing soapbox and standing down... | |||
| Ryan Alexander (Ryalex)
New member Username: Ryalex Post Number: 41 Registered: 8-2003 |
I also have the problem "being happy with what I have." I'm very prone to scheming and planning the next big thing. I live perpetually for the future. Hence chatting on a Ferrari site 34 months before buying :-). | |||
| Lawrence Coppari (Lawrence)
Member Username: Lawrence Post Number: 749 Registered: 4-2002 |
I have a Breitling Navitimer that I received as a present in 1968. It is still working. | |||
| thomas daniels (Castex)
Junior Member Username: Castex Post Number: 83 Registered: 6-2003 |
I seem, however, to be hankering after a Blancpain Trilogy - the Sea one. Somebody slap me! | |||
| thomas daniels (Castex)
Junior Member Username: Castex Post Number: 82 Registered: 6-2003 |
I've had a Baume et Mercier Capeland for a couple of years, and it's fab! Well-built, very accurate; Highly recommended. | |||
| MarkPDX (Markpdx)
Member Username: Markpdx Post Number: 302 Registered: 4-2003 |
It is a good looking watch. I don't have one, just ran across the pics. | |||
| Tyler (Bahiaau)
Member Username: Bahiaau Post Number: 976 Registered: 12-2001 |
MarkPDX, that is a nice looking watch. Nebula, don't worry, it's a good thing to be unsatisfied. I do the same thing with cigars. I can sit down and smoke one while looking around at several lifetimes worth of smokes and I still think about the ones I don't have. Same goes for other areas of my life as well. Most of us here are very competitive. I thrive on it, God forbid the day I am satisfied with everything. What is a warrior to do when there is nothing left to conquer? | |||
| MarkPDX (Markpdx)
Member Username: Markpdx Post Number: 301 Registered: 4-2003 |
Taek   Check out the Lotus thread | |||
| DL (Darth550)
Junior Member Username: Darth550 Post Number: 123 Registered: 7-2003 |
Just picked up a white gold Hampton Spirit on a brown leather strap. I am very happy with it and I get alot of compliments on it. The next conquest is the Lange and Sohne "Lange 1" Tourbillon. Platinum with silver dial. DL | |||
| Taek-Ho Kwon (Stickanddice)
Intermediate Member Username: Stickanddice Post Number: 1968 Registered: 11-2002 |
Breitling has a Bentley LeMans watch?!! Cooooool! Cheers | |||
| Hubert Otlik (Hugh)
Intermediate Member Username: Hugh Post Number: 1272 Registered: 1-2002 |
I've always wanted a monaco-- very stunning watch. However, being a novice, what should one expect to pay for the leath band variety? Also, what's the concensus on baume-mercier timepieces? regards, the n00b | |||
| J Haller (Jh355)
Junior Member Username: Jh355 Post Number: 103 Registered: 6-2003 |
It�s a sickness like our cars. The barrier to entry is low and therefore easy to overindulge. Only problem, when it�s all said and done, who wants to be a slave to time? For me, I�m running necked, tired of the Rolex, patek, Franck Muller and Cartier. JH | |||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 1790 Registered: 12-2002 |
I have a little $5 casio digital watch that has been running for 5 years and going...no new battery, nothing! Not just japanese cars that are reliable! | |||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Advanced Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 2696 Registered: 4-2002 |
MY TAG HAS ALWAYS BEEN IN THE SHOP...GOT RID OF IT...... MY ROLEX BLUE OYSTER...GAVE TO MY BROTHER FOR HIS 30TH.... GONE..... MY FOSSIL 100.00 WATCH FROM MY WIFE FOR FATHERS DAY SOME YEARS AGO...ITS STILL ON MY WRIST...TICKING AWAY... NO NEB YOU ARE NOT LUNEY BRUCE | |||
| Nebula Class (Nebulaclass)
Member Username: Nebulaclass Post Number: 396 Registered: 11-2002 |
About two months ago, my g/f bought me the watch I had been drooling over for years. Here's a pic of it (not mine....I don't have a digital cam). [sh!t, I can't figure out hwo to post this damn image.] Anyway, this is my third nice watch, the first being a blue Tag Kirium (no longer own) and an Omega Seamaster auto (no longer own). I LOVE this watch. I thought (stupidly) that it was the last watch I would ever buy. Of course, my eye has been wandering! Now, I'm having trouble trying to stop imagining a Breitling Bently Lemans watch on my wrist, as well as a Tag Monaco. This is a sickness! I am now convinced, after three watched, that I will never be satisfied. Ah well. |
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