Horological Meandering

Man..this is one of those posts that reveal and share how ordinary, often silly, but indifferent person I am. In the purists, I felt that I was probably the MOST disliked personality...it hurt, and was one of the reasons, the biggest reason, why I left. I...  

Its nice to see someone with so much passion about many things. Its a privilege to read your opinions.

But today, I use it for listening to audio books. ...  

I share your deep passion for fine audiophile. Is the first picture Gallo ?

great to have you continue to post and share your passion. This site would not be the same without your presense! Keep'm coming! S

The day I first saw the INNOVISION Freak in July 2007 ...  

why you would feel that you have to leave, but then again I do not fit the nominal PuristS mold. I think we need these posts for perspective, as the limit between sharing and postings versus bragging and boasting is not sharply defined.

This early version. The latest, I can manouvre it by magnetic field around. It is an amazing toy, that alloys me to see inside my own body, what goes on...the resolution of the images captured is incredible. The fibre optic version, allowed me to see insi...  

You seem to be a collector of stuff not just watches.

Micro 4/3 ... LOL Excellent post Bernard!

Hi Bernard, As living in a country where living with too much happiness is (nearly) something to hide when come bad times, I fully understand your points. Most of the people who get pleasure from life have rarely obtained it from stealing. As you said, th... 

This is a watch I saved to buy, but escaped before I could ever see it again. Have you guys ever seen one anywhere? Used will be great. I mean, its just one of those weird but old looking watches. ...  

sadly the freak has gone, but you are still here to give us inspiration in having fun with watches. if it wasnt fun i would give up. best Graham.

That watch reminded me of the Mazda Cosmo Rotary. In Singapore, TOO expensive. ...  

i found a way to buy a used freak 1, but other issues forced me to sell it 4 years later. sad, but better to have owned and appreciated than never to have owned at all i think. best Graham On 6 Jun 2013 08:51, "www watchprosite" *Alert from:* www:watchpro... 

The comment I get has to be " this is the watch which the mad doctor collector is wearing !" I lose my boasting rights ! :) You are a celebrity in this hobby . Like it or not ? And probably how I was acquainted with vianney's work and eventually own one w... 

Man..the ANTIQUA..you are, in my mind, having a Voison V12. In its day, it was not popular, but it was COOL....like the Antiqua. ...  

Yet, I love that style! Unashamed...happy to be who you are.... Life is not a dress rehearsal....those that live like that are my friends! Great post.....

If/when you come, ask Alan at TheHourGlass or SJX how to find me. Meanwhile, I am actually playing "engine" maker, by making a coffee table with a rusty version of this V12 ...  

i beat you too it Bernard. mine might only be a rover v8, but i've had it for over 2 years and love it. a real boys toy. G On 6 Jun 2013 09:02, "www watchprosite" *Alert from:* www:watchprosite > *Posted By:* bernard cheong (registered) on June 6th, 2013 ...  

I like it.

no way!! :) ;) Hate is easiest emotion and most boring one envy is saddest one and very pitiful well LOVE that's something else I always loved your posts regarding the fact that I'm the one who "would not EVER have spare cash to buy them" and was sad when... 

Today: Next Year: And in 2020 ...  

I often find them interesting, at times offering different perspectives. I mean whether one agrees or not, it doesn't really matter. It is just for SHARING. Melvin

Wow Bernard what a post unbelievable ! The best post ever ! But you know Bernard you'll find always the people who does not like the way how you share with friend and non the things ! You have only to go over it and share as much as you can because for on... 

Like your style. Always have, always will.

Full of the honesty that we have come to respect deeply over the years. I don't know whether Jesus would have worn a VH, but it makes me smile to think about it -- need to wear mine today! I am with you on SJX -- life goes on, I suppose. Be well! Best, Ga... 

Bernard, I don't understand. You left because you felt disliked and since you don't give a rat's ass about what other people think why continue to post here? Certainly posting here has made you unhappy in the past and if your goal is to have a fun life, "... 

There are websites and even MORE websites on life and watches appearing every week. But, there are the OLD GRAND websites...like this one. I left as a moderator. But not as a participant. Because I could not, at my age, and work commitments, keep up. Or e... 

There is no mal intent with my post and I thank you for not seeing it as such. Like you, I'm a physician who was always taught to question. That's what I do everyday to understand why my patients come to visit me. Since 100% of my patients are women and I... 

don't get sucked into forum politics. i know you are a really good and cool guy, always helpful and without condescension. I don't appreciate cameras and audio equipment, since I am almost color blind, and am probably tone deaf in both ears. but am sure t... 

Hey, I don't agree with some of the things you've said. From this quote, you've mentioned the following: " It was watch collecting, that made me unpopular because I was the least wealthy, and least likely to buy, customer in my country. In the early years... 

Hey Robin, THANKS. It is fun...and I will soon post something bright!!! This email is from the desk of Dr Bernard Cheong MBBS MD

You are welcome, doc! When can I have a look at your HM4? :P

this post still has gives one the impression that you're showing off.

Showing off is fun, most people have better manners, but are snobs. This email is from the desk of Dr Bernard Cheong MBBS MD

I am Eurasian and have lived half my life in Europe, half in Asia. I find that in Asia there is not so much of a stigma associated with blatant showing off of wealth, where as in the West it might be considered as bad taste, and lacking class. So we shoul... 

This is not an insight into Eastern or Asian culture. One should not assume the musings of one equals that of another much less that of a region. I'm also not too sure you are right on your generalization of showing off wealth in eastern and western cultu... 

Count me in...I am one of the showoffs. Not blatant though. This email is from the desk of Dr Bernard Cheong MBBS MD

Bernard, I am a young collector. I read a lot about horology and your posts are many past ones here I read. I do not recall any of your posts being show off - rather a passionate collector sharing a passion. Show off is "gold diamond watch, look at me" bu... 

Yes...to show off is one such.  Greetings! Thanks for understanding. You are kind. I must admit, I do show off, but honestly...not that much. The reason is that I don't have even 10% of the SIZE and DEPTH of many here and elsewhere.   But if I had more wa... 

Great post BC, your are for sure more passionate about your stuff than a showoff, thanks for sharing!

I hope you guys share even more. For example: I never would have known about this damned cool watch if not for KIH. ...  

it's really not just about having fun, truth is not many people really like a braggart. (Some do, I guess.)

they can be entertaining though.

Yes. I doubt if you will find anyone who likes a braggart. This email is from the desk of Dr Bernard Cheong MBBS MD