A rock and a hard place

I would be honest and say I hate this, but I really appreciate the gesture. Maybe we could go out and exchange this one for something we pick out together that I'll like and wear often.

Then you can always associate whatever you get with that memory, and have something you're proud to wear.

I've done this with gifts from my own dad. I find people are usually glad to accommodate exchanging a gift for something you'll like better. Unless your family dynamic is very different.

I guess you could position the conversation as it’s uncomfortable to wear. Tell him when you put it on, the fit rubs or pinches while it on. That makes the conversation much easier . Just a thought.

thank you for your reply.

the plot thickens though. he is about to leave the country in a week's time to retire abroad. we live at opposite ends of the UK too so I won't get to see him before he goes. I don't want to leave him with a problem just before he flies.

Well in that case I would probably just sell or re-gift it. No sense having a watch you won’t wear.

I had a similar situation at Christmas. After hinting I might maybe like an old watch (and sending her a link to a site with a load of awesome vintage rado and the like for £90 ish..) - she decided to get me a whole bunch of children’s Flik flak watches..

because I am sentimental I will keep them - but it’s not exactly what I had in mind!

I would keep it as the gesture means more than the actual watch or whether you’ll use it. I personally wouldn’t ask for an exchange because he would’ve spent some time mulling over what design to get you (although a miss in your case). It’s a bit tricky here because it’s a G-Shock (and idk how long these resin watches last), but perhaps you can pass this on to your son/daughter/niece/nephew in the future. Just my two cents.

That is an interesting watch. You can display it at your house and when people ask, WTF? You can tell them, that’s the watch my Dad gave me.

BTW, the MTGB2000 generally runs about a grand, so not some cheap Casio.

What's not to like? Can you mod it to better suit your preference?

I thought standard practice with awkward gifts was to wear them when around the giver, at least for a while. Apparently that won't be long in your case.

OK sell it and if you feel bad get your dad a watch to make up for it. I see other g shocks fans who pass this one because it's wild! It might grow on you?

I'm 61 and having a link to my past is irreplaceable. I have grandparents, mother and father watches, my graduation watches from parents, Christmas gifts from family and they all have memories tied to them. I don't wear them, but will be handing them down to my boys someday with all my watches lol

Your choice and hope you get what you want.

Cheers!

I think the real question to ask yourself is "who am I?" Am a person who values a material thing over the sentiment, bond and feelings of my Family member? You get to choose your reality on this one and live with your choice. Just my .02 cents.

I appreciate the gesture, I really do. Each of the five watches I have hold sentiment. And I enjoy wearing them, they are not locked away they each tell a story with the daily wear and battle scars. I like G-Shock and can appreciate this particular model is not cheap either. It’s because he has spent so much money I feel guilty not wearing it. It’s perfect in regards of type of gift, I feel It is special because it’s from my father and know he won’t be around forever. I want to be reminded of the good times, I want to glance down and think about what the watch means to me. It’s just I dislike the colour scheme so much that would never leave the box.

yeah, I know. thats another aspect that makes it hard. he has spent a lot on something that won't get used.

To me, I think it really depends on your father. If you think he'd be offended at the idea of exchanging the watch for something else, then don't bring it up and at best it sits in a little box that you can see occasionally and remember. If you think he'd be receptive to the idea, then at best you have another great sentimental piece. This decision shouldn't be as fatalistic as other people are making it, in my opinion. The watch doesn't represent your guys' relationship, you and your dad do.

I’d make my decision after you find out if it can be returned or not. Maybe try to find that out first.

if it can’t be returned then keep it and say nothing

If it can be returned then I’d suggest a shopping trip with your Dad to find something at an equal price. Make a day if it. Make a memory of a lovely day together

Which G-shock, the one on the picture?

It’s a gift, keep it.

Don’t tell your dad and do the following:

• Put it up for a charity auction here and match the amount of the final win.

• When you’re dad asks about the watch in the future, tell him that you’ve auctioned it here for charity in this amazing community and tell him about your chosen charity and why you thought it was important.

• If your dad is offended, get a new dad.

There you, problem solved! You’re welcome.

Giving an “expensive” gift to someone is a little like saying “I love you” to someone for the first time. You’ve spent some deal of time thinking about it. As the forward person you hope the feeling is mutual, but are ready to accept rejection. Just don’t reject your Dad.

Look at the watch and think about all your Dad’s faults and how hard he’s tried and how much he loves you and you love him. Think about how you’ve failed your children AND surpassed all their expectations.

This watch is a story beyond its accessory or usefulness.

the good answer is obviously to tell him but honestly It is so difficult that a choose answer B

I don't even care about Gshocks and I would wear the heck out of that!

yes, the one in the photo. i don't mind an accent colour but having a rainbow on my wrist is out of my comfort zone 😬

It’s a limited edition, it’s probably worth a few bob. Maybe see about trading it, with his blessing, but I think it’s a nice gift.

@Bootneck, I feel you. One Christmas back when we were dating, my wife bought me an Original Grain watch. It was a reasonably expensive purchase for her at the time, but she liked that it had Koa wood because she knew I liked Koa wood guitars. It’s certainly not ugly, but it’s a bit too big, a bit uncomfortable, and a bit too gimmicky for my tastes.

But to this day, after nearly 5 years of marriage, she maintains that she’s still so proud of that gift. Needless to say, I make a point to wear it on anniversaries and date nights, even though there are other watches in my collection I’d rather wear for a night out.

I think making someone feel loved and appreciated for loving and appreciating you, is one of the little things that mean a whole lot.

Option B

Thank you ALL.

For your time and your valued opinions. like many suggested I am going to keep the watch.

My dad may have missed the mark colour-wise, but, in his eyes, he hit the target spot on and that's all that counts. his heart was in right place and I couldn't ask for more. As some suggested, having that connection and explaining the funkiness of the watch may be a conversation starter at some point. it may just grow on me. i really do appreciate the gift and as long as he knows it, that's

enough for me. the watch is officially out of the box and had its first outing today.

once again, thank you.

That is one heck of a cool present. It's so OTT it goes from mad to sub-zero.

Okay, it's probably won't be your daily, but for Christmas or other special occasions it should bring a smile.

I have a quartz pocket watch my brother gave me. It keeps atrocious time and the hands fall down when you pull the crown out. However at any family get togethers when I get to dress up and wear a waist coat that thing is hanging from its chain in my coat pocket and hauled out to check if it's time to move from drinks to dinner. I have to laugh every time.

Judt keep it bro, you'll understand the importance of this watch when you are older. You have a loving father which is so rare these days.

You made the right decision.

I have a Fossil watch from my grandfather that I really don't like, but I love to wear it because it was his. I understand that you aren't thrilled with the color, but I think that in time you will learn to love the watch because of what it represents.

As a bonus, it's usually watches such as that catching peoples' eye and creating conversations. It doesn't bother me that non-watch people don't notice my Omega Seamaster 300 GMT. But man sometimes it is cool when someone just strikes up a conversation with you because of your watch. This seems like the perfect watch for that purpose. I'm not a huge fan of the style of the watch or the color, but personally if a loved one gifted it to me I would find reasons to wear it. Maybe casual Fridays at the office. Maybe for a day out in the city, or when treking up to Vermont for a hike and a brewery tour. Maybe on a Saturday morning when I go to my local eclectic coffee shop; a watch like that would really start a conversation!

I would totally pair that watch with some boisterous hip hop fashion. It screams to be worn alongside colorful baseball caps, Air Jordans, graphic tees, and Japanese style bomber jackets.

Okay so you can DM me for my address. Send it my way and I'll make sure to send photo's every time I wear it. which you can periodically forward to your dad showing how much you love it. Also I'll sport it on WatchCrunch WRUR and tag you