A Nice Visit From DaveK

@DaveK was on his way to the airport and stopped in for a quick, and I mean quick visit. I had planned on having him over for a BBQ but my wife got sick and felt it too risky for Dave before he boarded a plane.

I scored a ball cap - my favorite colour too, just like a Tiger’s cap as worn by Tom Selleck. His logo looks fantastic! He had asked about my T-shirt size but I told him that I look too intimidating in a T-shirt. Big guns and all. The ball cap is perfect.

I had saved this very nice pocket watch case for Dave, with price tag still hanging on its eyelet. Looks nice, but is made of cheap plastic or bonded leather. Dave may find inspiration in the design and make some, but I will not pressure him… We had a coffee - Cafe Morgane from my home town of Trois-Rivières Quebec and then I showed him my little workshop. I asked Dave about his thoughts on how to change blades on a certain leather tool, and showed him my very modest collection of cheap watches, all hanging on the wall! Dave only had a very short time but I think I was more concerned about him missing his flight than he was. I eventually kicked him out.

If he sees this thread he may tell you how he got hammered… twice. This Forum provided this nice opportunity. Thanks Dave and thanks OF.

Closing off with my Seamaster and the @DaveK head dress.

Your shop is adorable! When can I move in?

You’re always invited James. There is actually an upper level that is accessed via attic stairs. We had a small cot up there and my wife tried it out one night a few years ago.

Very nice. Always great to see OF members meeting in person!

Totally agree!

When I grow up, I want a workshop like @Duracuir1 has. Thanks for the hospitality Steve, it’s too bad I couldn’t squeeze more time out of my time in Ontario, we’ll have to do it again, I’m back in February 👍

it was good to be back in Ontario in the fall



The pocket watch case is a nice design, and will make a great pattern for me. I’ll pick up some of these sweet snaps to use on them 😎



Ah the hammer 🙁 I never gave it a thought that airport security wouldn’t appreciate me taking one in my carry on. That’s what I get for being out of practice with flying.

A scene from yesterday, stopping to watch the cranberry harvest



And a walk in the country today



Sincere thanks to the forum admin for providing this community where we can gather online and, occasionally, in person! Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!

This is an example of the best side of this Forum.

Have you checked the back of your watches to see if any have “DK” written in sharpie 😗

LOL