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I think it is a cultural thing
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 should not criticise, but appreciate these colourful posts as an insight into Eastern culture, and a chance to see one eclectic collection of watches, some which you'll never see anywhere else. Keep them coming please !
A drifting life. Why it is fun, not to "think too much", enjoy, be fun to be good company.
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...
You are a great person Bernard
Its nice to see someone with so much passion about many things. Its a privilege to read your opinions.
Thanks..my still on going interest in audio
But today, I use it for listening to audio books. ...
Love Sonus Faber !
I share your deep passion for fine audiophile. Is the first picture Gallo ?
Great post and
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
I enjoy and find all the writers here of great independent opinions.
The day I first saw the INNOVISION Freak in July 2007 ...
Interesting autobiographical collecting post, Bernard. Not certain..
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.
Ronald, I have all these toys...such as:
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...
Bernard no question that you have some impressive toys...
You seem to be a collector of stuff not just watches.
Great post
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...
Thanks Mark...speaking of which: the IWC Four Seasons...
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. ...
you are a very lucky man Bernard and part of my inspiration when buying my Freak
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.
Man oh man..I would SERIOUSLY find a way to buy a used old Freak.
That watch reminded me of the Mazda Cosmo Rotary. In Singapore, TOO expensive. ...
i found a way to...
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...
It's not fair ! Whenever I strap on the antiqua...
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...
1931 Voison C20 V12 Maylord
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. ...
We have never met...
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.....
Thanks Baron. The V12 discarded engines.
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...
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 ...
You was disliked personality..
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...
Chuckles...thanks. I keep weird stuff too...like my Estima
Today: Next Year: And in 2020 ...
Thank you for all the sharing
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
Incredible !
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...
A wonderful, heartfelt post, Bernard!
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...
Then why do you continue to post here?
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, "...
That's easy for me. Company. Audience. New Age Internet Friends.
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...
I appreciate the reply...
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...
mate, be yourself, and post away.
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...
Hi Dr Cheong!
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...
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
I'm sure you're a nice guy but
this post still has gives one the impression that you're showing off.
Showing off is fun, most...
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 think it is a cultural thing
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...
Sorry.
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...
Count me in...I am one of the showoffs. Not blatant though. This email is from the desk of Dr Bernard Cheong MBBS MD
Hello Bernard
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...
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
Great post BC, your are for sure more passionate about your stuff than a showoff, thanks for sharing!
Thanks man.
I hope you guys share even more. For example: I never would have known about this damned cool watch if not for KIH. ...
braggart / ego?
it's really not just about having fun, truth is not many people really like a braggart. (Some do, I guess.)
Yes. I doubt if you...
Yes. I doubt if you will find anyone who likes a braggart. This email is from the desk of Dr Bernard Cheong MBBS MD