I don't understand high-end wristwatches

[Sikander]

I can't stand wearing jewelry of any sort. The only time I actually wore a watch was when I was in the Army. Like shaving it went the way of the dodo as soon as I got out.

[Az]

Originally posted by Mr. Harley

I don't understand it but frankly I don't need to. What's the point of making good coin if you can't buy something stupid and frivolous for someone you love??

Flubber. These single guys will all learn. Eventually.

how about wasting that money on a sweet vacation or something?

[Flubber]

Originally posted by Az


how about wasting that money on a sweet vacation or something?

I'm doing that too-- I just don't consider that to be totally frivolous as I would enjoy that too

We're doing 5 days in Dec.-- quick shot to California and then a 4 day cruise

[Aabraxan]

Originally posted by Urban Ranger
I suppose if you have millions of dollars several thousand is nothing. Kinda like a couple of bucks to us.

I'm sure that's true. But, for me, even if I had millions, I can't see spending $57,000 on a watch. A grand or two, maybe. Mind you, I reserve the right to change my mind if I ever do get millions of dollars . . .

[Az]

Originally posted by Flubber


I'm doing that too-- I just don't consider that to be totally frivolous as I would enjoy that too

We're doing 5 days in Dec.-- quick shot to California and then a 4 day cruise

Why does it have to be frivolous?

If you're spending on luxuries, they don't have to be stupid, to show love.

[Flubber]

Originally posted by Az


Why does it have to be frivolous?

If you're spending on luxuries, they don't have to be stupid, to show love.

Get this straight . . . My view of the LV purse was completely different from Mrs Flubber's. But she was blown away by the fact that I would get it for her even though I felt the way I did about it. She knew I bought it because I knew she realy wanted it and despite the fact that I thought it was silly

Most "useful" things have some utility to me (directly or indirectly). This purchase was all about her, totally. I'm now buying her a laptop. She'll use it a lot and find it very useful and functional but it won't bring her the "kid-in-the-candy-store" delight that that purse did.

SHE did not see it as stupid and still doesn't. I still don't see the point and probably never will but thats ok.

Oh and you don't buy stuff to "show love". You do that in the million little things that happen every day that have nothing to do with money or "stuff".

[Flubber]

Originally posted by Mr. Harley

I don't understand it but frankly I don't need to. What's the point of making good coin if you can't buy something stupid and frivolous for someone you love??

Flubber. These single guys will all learn. Eventually.

Perhaps but I am disheartened to see that AZ thinks that you buy stuff to show love.

To the single guys-- consider this

1. you love someone right ??
2. This means that you want them to be happy right ??
3 Sometimes this desire means you do things that are not about your own happiness like watching a silly chick flick, attending at your in-laws or yes even purchasing something you know SHE would like evenm though you think its silly or impractical

You do these things almost automatically . . . not to prove anything about your love but because dang it you really do love her and you really do do some things just to see her smile . ( and if you think its about money , your daft-- walk the 10 blocks to wait in the rain --with umbrellas-- for her to get off the bus/train because you know she forgot hers . .. The smile when she sees what you did . . . that's the one I'm talking about)

[Mr. Harley]

Oh and you don't buy stuff to "show love". You do that in the million little things that happen every day that have nothing to do with money or "stuff".

If you don't understand, you are not ready for marraige, and IMHO even a committed relationship. I've tried to explain in other threads that the most important thing to me in a woman is a vibrant and glowing smile. Make that a person, I love it in my little girl also - but there is a certain specialness when the one you love directs it at you. I believe I mentioned once before I called in to an NPR show that discussed the meaning of love, and I pleasantly surprised them with my definition - Always keeping the other person on the edge of your thoughts.

[Flubber]

Originally posted by Mr. Harley - Always keeping the other person on the edge of your thoughts.

Pretty good definition IMHO--

[Mrs. Tuberski]

Imho Mr Harley and Flubber are right. The small joys of your partner is far worth the dime you drop.
I see the excitment in tubers eyes when he finds a new game, mind you these are not cheap, however knowing it has brought him some joy and excitement is enough. I for one i can say and he will to am hard to shop for. I dont ask for anything. A simple jesture like doing my chores for one day is enough to make me happy. The happiness that comes from the gifts i give my kids and husband and seeing their smiles is all i need.

[Urban Ranger]

So you spend money to show them you love them?

[Tingkai]

I've got three watches that each cost about $1,000. To me, the watches are like art. I get a small amount of pleasure, calmness, appreciation when I check the time on one of the watches. It's like having a painting you really like. You don't stare and gawk at it all the time, but it makes life a little bit better.

[Az]

Perhaps but I am disheartened to see that AZ thinks that you buy stuff to show love.

It was a bad use of words, see?

[Tingkai]

This is my favorite watch. Classic design. Simple in some ways, but there is attention to details.

[Rufus T. Firefly]

Originally posted by Tingkai
I've got three watches that each cost about $1,000. To me, the watches are like art. I get a small amount of pleasure, calmness, appreciation when I check the time on one of the watches. It's like having a painting you really like. You don't stare and gawk at it all the time, but it makes life a little bit better.

Okay, Tingkai, you're the first person to weigh in on the other side of this question. What I want to know is, what amkes your $1000 watches more attractive than, say, a $150 dollar watch? I'm honestly curious, since I've never seen the difference myself.