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Nah, that was an one-off thread of a kind, sparked by me trying to ram history down people's throats. It's a beautiful, BEAUTIFUL photo. Thanks for sharing! If you ever make a wallpaper, please PM me.

Or the new Christian white trash guy. Both hated by oh many people... @Topic: I stopped subscribing to the NYT, a subscription I had held since the age of 16 as a birthday present, in June 2002. I just couldn't take their "neutral" BS stories any more. After that time, millions have followed suit. Their latest tactic to bring up subscriptions is that they target condos with "freebie" copies of their mammoth Sunday edition, hoping you might get hooked that way. Pass. Quote from article: "So it comes down to us. If we stop knowingly buying fakes, the supply chain will dry up and counterfeiters will go out of business. The crime syndicates will have far less money to finance their illicit activities and their terrorist plots. And the children? They can go home." You know how people stopped sweatshop labour by children in the US? By muckraking journalists like Jakob Riis. He published a series of photographs in the late 1800s in the US, and suddenly, this practise which EVERYONE knew went on, was brought out for the ugly thing it was. One day, Riis looks up from his desk and sees a distinguished New York alderman, and one of the scions of the great NY society families looking down at him. The man puts down his cane, gloves and hat on Riis' desk and says quietly, "I'm Theodore Roosevelt. I want to help." He later wrote a great book on him, this Socialist who became friends with this Republican President. His preface read: "Of the President I am proud with reason, but the friend I love. And if I can make you see him so, as a friend and a man, I have given you the master-key to him as statesman as well. You will never need to ask any questions." Concerned citizens of China, not concerned multinationals of the world are the ones who will stop child labour. Don't pass the buck to counterfeiters, people. Solve your systemic problems first. And get better politicians who take personal responsibility for your malaise.

I don't even think Tanfo knows I exist! Half of the straps, well maybe not quite half, but a lot were used. In great condition, but used. And I am TOUGH bargainer. Heh. Maybe. I think V has a lot more, and more importantly, better quality straps than I do! He's a true connoisseur. I'm, right now, just an enthusiast. But thanks for the kind words (I think!).

I'm partial, but I just don't see any other language taking over anytime soon. English, despite our spelling idiosyncracies, is SO easy grammatically, it's almost a joke compared to Spanish. How is Chinese going to take over, if Mandarin speakers spend YEARS learning their BASIC ideogrammes at school? Bismarck said that the United States of America choosing English over German as their cultural language was the single-most important factor in geopolitics for the future. And he was totally right. EDIT: When I say choose, I'm not talking of this oft-repeated canard: http://www.snopes.com/language/apocryph/german.asp

Alant, perhaps you are not getting as many replies, because as you know, you have to hit Search first, then ask. Some similar threads to your question: Fiddy Straps http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showto...;hl=fiddy+strap Fiddy Wrist Shots! http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showto...;hl=fiddy+strap And my DSN Fiddy pictorial (not distressed, because I only have one distressed strap, but ammo strap. Very beautiful and the best "fit" for Fiddies, IMHO. They are VERY hard-wearing and do not tear easily at all). DSN Fiddy http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showto...;hl=fiddy+strap Good luck!

Hey! How did you know I was always Kitana in Mortal Kombat?

I'm small too, but as has been noted, it's all about body style and presence in carrying off certain watches. What's most important is that SHE feel comfortable -- and if she doesn't feel comfortable with Rolexes, then she won't with PAMs. Other than my HBB Aspen suggestion, which has the added benefit of being available in the larger size (as I wore it), or a smaller size (which TeeJay's fianc

Ack, I was sleeping and couldn't show off my historical knowledge for a change. But who doesn't know that?? It's one of those cultural facts you learn alongside Marco Polo brought noodles from China and Catherine the Great died enjoying relations with her horse. DRIVE ON THE LEFT OF ROAD COUNTRIES (driver on the right-side) 1. Anguilla 2. Antigua and Barbuda 3. Australia 4. Bahamas 5. Bangladesh 6. Barbados 7. Bermuda 8. Bhutan 9. Botswana 10. Brunei 11. Cayman Islands 12. Christmas Island (Australia) 13. Cook Islands 14. Cyprus 15. Dominica 16. East Timor 17. Falkland Islands 18. Fiji 19. Grenada 20. Guernsey (Channel Islands) 21. Guyana 22. Hong Kong 23. India 24. Indonesia 25. Ireland 26. Isle of Man 27. Jamaica 28. Japan 29. Jersey (Channel Islands) 30. Kenya 31. Kiribati 32. Cocos (Keeling) Islands (Australia) 33. Lesotho 34. Macau 35. Malawi 36. Malaysia 37. Maldives 38. Malta 39. Mauritius 40. Montserrat 41. Mozambique 42. Namibia 43. Nauru 44. Nepal 45. New Zealand 46. Niue 47. Norfolk Island (Australia) 48. Pakistan 49. Papua New Guinea 50. Pitcairn Islands (Britain) 51. Saint Helena 52. Saint Kitts and Nevis 53. Saint Lucia 54. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 55. Seychelles 56. Singapore 57. Solomon Islands 58. South Africa 59. Sri Lanka 60. Suriname 61. Swaziland 62. Tanzania 63. Thailand 64. Tokelau (New Zealand) 65. Tonga 66. Trinidad and Tobago 67. Turks and Caicos Islands 68. Tuvalu 69. Uganda 70. United Kingdom (England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland) 71. Virgin Islands (British) 72. Virgin Islands (US) 73. Zambia 74. Zimbabwe DRIVE ON THE RIGHT OF ROAD COUNTRIES (driver on the left-side) 1. Afghanistan 2. Albania 3. Algeria 4. American Samoa 5. Andorra 6. Angola 7. Argentina 8. Armenia 9. Aruba 10. Austria 11. Azerbaijan 12. Bahrain 13. Belarus 14. Belgium 15. Belize 16. Benin 17. Bolivia 18. Bosnia and Herzegovina 19. Brazil 20. British Indian Ocean Territory (Diego Garc

I'm sure a lot of people can't help, because we can't see the exact pic. When I looked it up just now, it had this photo of an OEM strap. Not like the one you describe. If I had to GUESS, I would say it's the OEM Cashmere. We had a recent related discussion about this, on the Orlando Bloom Fiddy thread. If there is ANY way you can post the pic, that would help.

FRIDAY Okay, so I have an unsightly rash on my forearms, and wrists. Ixnay on the live shots for 2 weeks. Here are some photos I've been saving for a rainy day -- and it doesn't get rainier than this... DSN PAM 112 on that Zeugma straw-coloured strap I love! SATURDAY I'll be going up a tree having to stay home for 2 weeks, so what better than the PAM 177h on that Maxmilian Toscana Amber strap? SUNDAY I'll be home watching the the Women's World Cup Final, hopefully watching Marta score another amazing goal versus the Gerries, wearing my PAM 177h on Toscana Fiero strap. P.S.: Nice going, Greg Ryan. Hope you Scurry back home soon...

Oh hey Raymond! I'm glad I scrolled down again, since I didn't see your two posts! You would look perfect with the 005. It doesn't have the fancy "exposition case" to show the movement, so I don't know if that's a consideration with you. But the mosca (logo) on it, is just meant for you (like me), Raymond! However, please check with the real PAM experts like Lanikai, Sssurfer, et al to see if DSN's latest 005 incarnation is accurate dial-wise. They say his first efforts are to be avoided...but eventually, they're almost perfect. -- I got mine from TWP, who is modding it. Can't wait! -- However, you say you can't get both. Well, you always say that, and eventually you break down and get more reps. You already have a beautiful IWC Big Pilot. You COULD try for a Cousteau Diver, but a black-faced Panerai is very you, I think. Deployants are usually 24/22, so 22mm at buckle end. Depending on if you want an used OEM (U$75-200) to be found on Risti Accessories corner, or rep models like the very good one from DSN himself, you can spend around $20-40 for a new rep one. DSN gives you a choice of straps when you buy his watches. Why not just ask for one to be a PU with deplo? I'm sure he wouldn't say no to you, Raymond.

LOL! And yes, I meant rubber diver strap, the black variety like this. With deployant. Not the SS bracelet, since (1) I remembered one was on its way. (2) Nhuh-uh! I only have one and I'm not giving that up even for His Royal Sweetness! Browns it is. I have LOTS of those too. Very few blacks... EDIT: TeeJay, I will send this off the moment I look presentable and not like some freakshow attraction...seriously, I'm vain. ;( Hopefully, by Monday! EDIT #2: Made sure I used paper when handling it (never handling it directly), and I quickly put it back in its wrapping.

EXACTLY! OMG, Geo, poor things...OTOH, the drachma hadn't been up to much in years. *runs*

I actually agree with that! It's hard to explain, but he did it ONLY to stand out. Someone said of him that he told that person he didn't want to be yet another blond, blue-eyed professional golfer around... But, though I completely understand that Jesper is an individualist, I wouldn't say he was that far different from Payne Stewart's impulse in looking different. Jesper is the son of one of Sweden's foremost comedians, if memory serves, so this could be a form of poking fun at the whole spectacle of golf, with its rules, with its formality. But as you said, he ultimately chose a specific designer for his sportswear, and that to me is not truly eccentricism. Eccentrics do not care of the effect they make on the world. They do so not to stand out, but because they are comfortable in their own skin, but also, self-indulgent and rather childish at times. Ludwig II of Bavaria -- true eccentric Dennis Rodman, ex-NBA player -- fake eccentric Michael Jackson -- true eccentric Madonna -- fake eccentric Small wonder Madonna and Wormy dated... E.g.: I often wonder what people think when they see me go downstairs next to the pool area of my condo, and see me stick out my hand and take photos of my wrist. Or lug around my coats, Barbour jackets in an enormous leather duffle bag, for the Capers, and take photos of these items on the tables. Meanwhile, Ford models are around the pool peering at me through their D&G sunglasses. But do I care? No. British eccentricism rules.

You know, I NEVER have felt truly comfortable hearing weather forecasts in Metric. 31C means nothing to me. 88F, ah, typical SoFla day. Similarly, if someone tells me the temperature outside is 15C, I check around to see if somehow I teleported to Nanuq's home. Yes, absolutely. I genuinely and truly do not understand why some people seem almost offended at cultural differences. I preferred the Lira, I preferred the DM, I preferred Escudo (heh, I'm sure THEY prefer the Euro). Maybe it's because I'm (wait for it) a Historian, and find the trajectory each culture used tells the story of human life. Take that away, and the world is the more vanilla for it. But I'm not trenchant about the topic either. If change is afoot, then it could be ametric.

I for one quite understand WHY people want Metric. In fact, you know this is truly a controversial topic. Crazies come out when discussing this topic in the real world... I've spoken to Luddites who do not want a world based machinery, computers, innovation in general and lump Metric into this. I've spoken to New World Order freaks who think the UN will take over the world, if we all adopt the Metric system. Both on the Left and Right, BTW. This used to be a province of right-wing nuts, but OH NO longer. Sad that. I'm reminded of a British sitcom's character who was having her kitchen fitted with new cabinets. The salesman showed her brochures ...using Metric measurements. "Oh, you can't use Metric in this house. It was built on feet and inches." Finally, this topic, though I'm sure Fitmic didn't intend this in any way, is usually used to beat Americans over the head about their recalcitrant attitude regarding Metric. Yet another reason why the rest of the world just doesn't get or want to get American individuality. What can you do, right?

*bangs head on keyboard* As I have said in my almost 2000 posts , I am not a shoe girl. I have maybe 10 pair. I have well over 100 handbags. As well as perfumes, wallets, laptop sleeves by the dozen, etc. etc. I just never understood the lure of shoes. My mother, OTOH...

Interesting! It certainly is one of your more intricate PAM models, but I think the PAM 111/PAM 112 are a perfect match for this strap. Jawo has a similar one on his PAM 111h, only by HKTAN, which he showed TeeJay earlier. When this Toscana croc strap gains patina, it'll be the bomb. Notice, no outside stitchwork to take away from the eye's perspective from the croc.

I would be purchasing these from you right and left, but for the problem that I have gotten a HORRENDOUS smelling strap that actually seeped into my 8-watch case, and affected the way the other, costly straps smell too. Ugh, I've tried everything to get that smell out. And that was the replacement strap. I even wondered if they sent me the evil-smelling replacement on purpose... I know StrapCulture straps look awesome. With your discount, they are worth the price. But without it? No way. Awful, tough leather in the Radiomir line.

It's on its way to me, so I'll let you know later. Looks interesting.

Beware! Beware! The New World Order Lord Sith!! Other than George HW Bush obviously. (Can you actually believe there are people who believe this crap?) P.S.: I don't mind Metric, but I prefer Imperial, and Metric confuses me to this day. I don't see cultural variations to be problems. If you adopt this, then why stop there? How about if we all have PAL or NTSC or SECAM? We have 8 Regions now. Or if we all use the same eletrical plugs? OR the same currency for that matter. I genuinely do not understand why people find all these differences terribly exasperating. It's like complaining why don't we all eat the same food. Because folks is diff'rent. *shrug*

She has GREAT taste, as if you didn't know. Don't start her on this dastardly path!! Less rep watches for you! I'll take what's behind door Number 3. Oh My God. It's Charles Nelson Reilly on a camel!

You know who loves Frank Mullers? The Risti folk. They seem to show them in their wrist-checks every week, and one chap posted he received in the post a brand-new (gen obviously ) Conquistador only two days ago. Showed the box and everything. Very pretty watch. I may just have to get me one of those, AA1. No offence to anyone there, but their wrist-checks are not as imaginative, or well-photographed as ours. Not even close. When I said 130 straps I was being, as ever, conservative. Maybe more...I don't want to know. Just got a Delaurian yesterday night...

Dude, don't knock yourself. That's what this forum is for. My suggestion is AFTER you check to see if the original seller may not help you out (you're in luck if it was Andrew or Joshua)... ...is to get another one, just like it. Maybe you had a good one, but this was your favourite and you will miss it. Keep this one for spare parts, which might come in handy. Sorry, love. Happened to me already, and it broke me heart (for a day or so).