AndrewD[HoMe Moderator]
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Dec 03, 2007,02:20 AM
Hi Park,
Thanks for your reply.
One of the things that make this hobby so interesting is that we come to it with such diverse backgrounds and interests. It is amazing that a wristwatch can encompass all of these attributes from micromechanical engineering to beautiful and elegant design to pure pieces of art.
I find it interesting to try and ‘see’ timepieces through other peoples eyes; hence the reason for this question. It is by this process that I come to appreciate different aspects of watches that I would have perhaps otherwise overlooked.
I appreciate your input.
Kind regards,
Andrew
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