irvingfurfinger

Pete
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Richmond Virginia
6.75” / 17.15 cm Wrist
Associate Professor, Arts Printmaking
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Recent posts

Confused and aroused

I’m a hard no on this, but I keep going back to look at it. New Steeldive announcement seen on r/chineswatches
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Adam Savage buys a Seamaster homage

I’ve always enjoyed his enthusiasm for machines
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Recent Comments

commented on NOVA Watches & Coffee meetup 4/7/2024 ·

Thanks for the invite! I can’t make this one but am looking forward to joining you in the future!

commented on Introducing: More Power To The Patina: Bell & Ross Welcomes Another Bronze-Clad Diver Into The Fold ·

That’s a nice hue of green..

commented on irvingfurfinger's WRUW ·

I'm so glad you asked! Skmei is pronounced 'sh kay may'. Here is a video showing the factory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqwGISaqwPs

I would imagine they started out as a Casio clone outfit, but they do have many of their own designs, and I'm pretty impressed with their QC which you can see in action in the video. Aliexpress often has crazy sales where you can get them for under $2. Why not?

commented on Back in time ·

I would never take that off my wrist. Beautiful!

commented on No Rolex in busses ?! ·

This thread is rubbing me the wrong way, or as you say, “hyping” me. If poors who ride the bus shouldn’t wear rolex, is it ok if they buy reps or are you gatekeeping those too?

commented on No Rolex in busses ?! ·

Was a tool watch, now a status symbol sparking questions of whether owners are above riding the bus or not.

commented on Which One and Why ·

Mad watch collector just did the exact comparison!

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More posts

It seems that SanMartin has some strong feelings about SwatchPain

And for $258.30 shipped vs. $400 I suppose I do too.
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Offset / non centered dial print?

Are there any other brands or particular watches that offset their logos and other dial print to the sides like these Doxa references? I just love how...
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Which watch related term of endearment/pet name do you use most often?

As my horological knowledge grows, I find myself referring to loved ones using primarily watch related terms. Which do you use most often?
96 votes ·
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My 7 year old daughter’s SOTC

I’m hoping people are ok with what is meant to be a fun and light hearted post. My daughter has spent quite a bit of time looking over my shoulder as...
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