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Tony.A.'s unique 'wrist check' at his gas station workplace offers a fascinating, unfiltered glimpse into the everyday watch choices of the general public. This informal survey, rich with diverse wristshots, provides a valuable counterpoint to the luxury watch community's typical focus. It highlights the broad spectrum of horological preferences beyond high-end collecting, making it a compelling read for anyone curious about real-world watch wearing habits.
Key Points from the Discussion
- The post provides a unique 'street style' wrist check, showcasing a diverse mix of watches and even phones worn by gas station customers.
- A forum member notes the prevalence of Rolex, Omega, Citizen, and Seiko, observing that the enthusiast community is small compared to the broader market.
- The author observes that expensive cars do not always correlate with expensive watches, and vice-versa, highlighting the unpredictable nature of watch ownership.
- One commenter expresses excitement at seeing a TAG Heuer Monaco LS 'in the wild' and sends greetings to its wearer.
- The author plans to conduct a new wrist report in the summer to see what customers are wearing.
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