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Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 10 Mar 2020, 05:54
by D41
That crab sure is a long way from home.
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 21 Mar 2020, 09:08
by Rossgo
Kwacky wrote:Will do
Cheers Kwacky.
Haven't been on for a while, work and
other bits and pieces have taken over.
Have you got back your phone yet?
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Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 21 Mar 2020, 09:26
by Kwacky
No. Still using my old one. Supplies of parts are slow reaching the UK. It's a Chinese phone.
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 21 Mar 2020, 09:47
by Rossgo
Ahh right I see mate. Yea it's not good at the moment. Fingers crossed it won't take too much long to get back to you
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Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 21 Mar 2020, 09:53
by Rossgo
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 24 Mar 2020, 09:55
by Rossgo
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 24 Mar 2020, 12:11
by D41
That's VERY impressive, Rossgo....you really went to town on the level of detail in that. I wish I had your level of talent & patience.
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Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 25 Mar 2020, 08:33
by Rossgo
Thanks D - I going to start the engine soon. Fingers crossed that comes out as well as I expect!
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Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 25 Mar 2020, 13:16
by D41
You might give some thought to selling your models, mate. There's a small market for them, but your work is right up there at the high end of the spectrum---you'd do very well.
I've sold a few in the past, but just because I don't like the clutter, and just for the $30 or so it takes to buy another kit. And I've bought one or two as well...for inspiration as much as anything.
Something to think about.
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 26 Mar 2020, 08:16
by Rossgo
Never really thought about it to be honest D as pro modellers are crazy good. Might be a good idea just to free up some space though when I do need too. Didn't realise there would be a market for that to be honest
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Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 09:20
by Blade
I like watches and its become a bit of a hobby. Been after a Tudor for a while. The original Heritage Black Bay, nick named the ETA Smiley is now discontinued and starting to become collectable and appreciate in value so thought I get one. Really pleased with it
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Nice tribute to the original Tudor Submariners.
The white gold used on the hands and markers instead of the usual rose gold makes it look quite unquie for a Tudor and there are some
other nice features like the use of the traditional Rose logo, a slimmer case, oyster bracelet and a different movement which are all seen by collectors as classic Tudor.
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 09:24
by Cav
I love watches and my Wife does not understand why. There's something beautiful about the craftsmanship involved, the balance of the details and the proportions of shapes, sizes and materials.
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 09:31
by Blade
Cheers Cav
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Think your above comments nailed it, and my wife doesnt get it either
Ironically a 5 pound Casio from Argos will keep better time but it's not simply about accuracy it's about the appreciation, craftsmanship, materials, proportions, heritage it's a feeling rather than a physical thing. Hard to explain. I think your into watches or your not.
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 09:38
by Perkles
awesome I do love a classic Rolex
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 09:46
by Blade
Perkles wrote:awesome I do love a classic Rolex
Cheers Perkles. The Black Bay was the watch that really relaunched Tudor back in 2010 and established them as a watch company in there own right instead of always being associated as part of Rolex. These days people will appreciate a Tudor rather than having to explain the whole Rolex thing.
Saying that the oyster bracelet is identical to my mates Sea Dweller just a different clasp. The case is also identical to a submariner just a different crown, so still obvious links to Rolex which is no bad thing as there hardly sh1t watches
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Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 09:58
by Cav
Dude.. what camera did you use for that photo? I was on my phone before but just opened the image on the laptop.. it's actually in focus so I don't believe it's a phone image!
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 10:04
by Blade
Yep used my phone, point and shoot. I have no photography skills what so ever
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 10:09
by Cav
Is that an S10?
Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 10:12
by Blade
Yes, takes good pictures
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Re: The Hobby Thread
Posted: 03 Apr 2020, 10:17
by Cav
I'm disappointed with mine. It's really difficult to get a good shot. I've even been onto Samsung Support for it but it's crap. I'm outside the 30 day period to get a hassle-free exchange too.