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 Posted: Sun Sep 2nd, 2007 10:07 am
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Paxman



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 I am fascinated by the amazing microtechnology that goes into constructing a mechanical watch and enjoy the fact that watchmaking has a deep historical relevance to society. Watches are beautiful and functional.

The thrill of the hunt is anoter factor.It is great fun to search for the elsusive piece which will bring great satisfaction when procurred.

And why so many?? Simply put, variety is the spice of life and I find a watch can change my outlook and the way I feel for the day.

I had an old friend ask why CJ and I spent so much money on watches when they are basically just adornaments we wear much like jewelry. Well, I am not a big jewelry type guy and never thought of the watch as adornament. It always struck me as a tool. He said we were nuts... Of course a few minutes later he barked at someone for stepping on his $300 shoes!