Why are we here?

Recently I’ve been noticing more and more divisive posts and responses which begs the existential question, “why are we here”?

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I have been here a little longer than you. Divisiveness and arguments come in waves. I have participated in a few. I don't perceive an uptick, but that just might be my perspective because generally what I say is obviously correct and not subject to disagreement.

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Aurelian

I have been here a little longer than you. Divisiveness and arguments come in waves. I have participated in a few. I don't perceive an uptick, but that just might be my perspective because generally what I say is obviously correct and not subject to disagreement.

Sure, the ups and downs of social media. People are making claims of facts that unless they’re an expert in that field, should just pipe down.

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SpecKTator

Sure, the ups and downs of social media. People are making claims of facts that unless they’re an expert in that field, should just pipe down.

Most arguments here are of two types: 1) Discordant tone (a response that reads a bit harshly); or, 2) Only partial disagreement (the commenter and poster agree about 85%, but that last bit is bitter, Cartier as both a jeweler and watch manufacturer features prominently in these disputes).

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Aurelian

Most arguments here are of two types: 1) Discordant tone (a response that reads a bit harshly); or, 2) Only partial disagreement (the commenter and poster agree about 85%, but that last bit is bitter, Cartier as both a jeweler and watch manufacturer features prominently in these disputes).

Wrong!

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PoorMansRolex

Wrong!

3) Contradiction, or the mere gainsaying of a post or comment.

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I’m surprised no one has voted for 💩 yet

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TickyBurden

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Hitchhikers’ Guide to the Galaxy reference

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We are here to find out which is better, quartz or mechanical, and to decide which watch to wear for the apocalypse.

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I'm here for the 💩......

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SpecKTator

I’m surprised no one has voted for 💩 yet

Spoke too soon my dude....

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foghorn

We are here to find out which is better, quartz or mechanical, and to decide which watch to wear for the apocalypse.

Obviously a sun dial.......

But not below 5m or in the shower......

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foghorn

We are here to find out which is better, quartz or mechanical, and to decide which watch to wear for the apocalypse.

Whichever one will fetch more value in a trade for a pack of cigarettes

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solidyetti

Spoke too soon my dude....

All in for the deuce

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E. I’m here to fine tune my sarcasm and feed my love of irony.

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mudman8400

Iam here cause theres no where else to be for being a watch guy. Having Thick armor when disagreements happens is more admirable and manly then traumadumping about something that happens in every social media app.

True, but I’m not even beefing with anyone, definitely not here. Just thought folks can be a little more understanding and less judgmental. I have real life if I want to pick a fight with anyone…and I’m here for that too.

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The stirring of the pot is pretty cyclical as these things go. Honestly, if you joined a month ago, you haven't seen the big thread deletions in prior months.

And most of the participants are still here, still posting and are mostly civil to each other.

Also muting works wonders.

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mudman8400

Iam here cause theres no where else to be for being a watch guy. Having Thick armor when disagreements happens is more admirable and manly then traumadumping about something that happens in every social media app.

Does "traumadumping" count as 💩? Cuz it does sound nasty.....

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Edge168n

The stirring of the pot is pretty cyclical as these things go. Honestly, if you joined a month ago, you haven't seen the big thread deletions in prior months.

And most of the participants are still here, still posting and are mostly civil to each other.

Also muting works wonders.

True, obviously I have no history here so I have no idea all the stuff that happened before.

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E. Relax from real world stressors, read the opinions of members I respect, read about new brands and other's impressions, and poke people who are stupid or easily offended.

That is all.

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Life is entirely too short to waste it shitting on people.

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solidyetti

Does "traumadumping" count as 💩? Cuz it does sound nasty.....

Only trauma dumping I experienced was after drinking tap water in Mexico City 💀

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Aurelian

3) Contradiction, or the mere gainsaying of a post or comment.

4) the latecomer instigator

Bottom of the 9th, folks, and the score stands:

@PoorMansRolex : 2

@Aurelian : 1

😂😂😂😂😂😂🤙❤️

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Here to learn , pass time between customers (I have to work Saturdays), have a laugh, marvel at others pride and joy, maybe pass on some knowledge to the less experienced, of course to show off my superb timepieces ( doesn't everyone think their collection is superb?) , Keep up to date with all the latest releases and trends, research possible future purchases, & generally chat to other folks from all parts of the world,from all walks of life about common ground we all are fascinated by.

I think it's brilliant, wish it'd been around years ago - would have saved me a fortune ( or more likely cost one 😂)

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This is a hobby we are all privileged to take part in…therefore, have fun! 🤙❤️

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SpecKTator

True, but I’m not even beefing with anyone, definitely not here. Just thought folks can be a little more understanding and less judgmental. I have real life if I want to pick a fight with anyone…and I’m here for that too.

But do you see how weak it looks to give social commentary on internet interactions. If this was a group of guys meeting once a month to talk about watches face to face the Dynamics would be far different, there may be one or two outliers that are antisocial. On the internet it's going to be more like 50% of people going to act antisocial meaning not acting in a way that furthers the group. When people feel like individuals on the internet they seem to act more antisocial than if in a group setting with a group mindset.

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I’d say A for sure… with maybe just a wee tad bit of C. 😂

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SpecKTator

True, but I’m not even beefing with anyone, definitely not here. Just thought folks can be a little more understanding and less judgmental. I have real life if I want to pick a fight with anyone…and I’m here for that too.

You want beef? I give you beef!

You smell like elderberry! XDDDDD

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We here for Time… A time to share and have fun. A time to see what others have and learn from. A time to embrace and appreciate what we have and enjoy our times pieces admire what a great tool for all of us to mesure up time.

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It should be A, really. Interestingly I’m getting more negativity here than on Instagram.