Community Stories

Will this week be a record for fly-by new-member valuations?

rootbeer7
Posts
541
Likes
1,218
I think the holiday season exaggerates what is already happening. We demand instant information and Google has become the place to seek and of course with all the information contained in forums (fora!!) such as these, many are sent immediately down ‘aisle Omegaforums’.
We must be thankful for the occasional gem though. Personally, I’m truly thankful for the advice I received here, but of course I’m exceedingly polite!!
 
Dan S
Posts
21,757
Likes
49,361
Senior members were on fire answering all the questions over the past few days, but I think I’m beginning to see some fatigue set in today. 😁
 
BlackTalon
Posts
5,439
Likes
9,309
wagudc wagudc
Indeed, I was once that guy. I had more questions than niceties. To be fair though, I'm a mathematician social awkwardness is part of the contract. I am better about being polite now, but it doesn't come naturally.
If one quickly realizes they can quickly integrate by being like a whole number the amount of positive interactions they have on OF will multiply. But if they come in like a prime number and have zero considerations for others everyone else will have a negative experience, and derive no satisfaction from interacting with them. Maybe a fraction of the members will still respond, but in general any good feelings will be imaginary. That's the root of the issue. In the end, you either need to add something, or you will wind up being subtracted. I'm sure the moderators' logs are full of such stories. Thankfully their power helps keep things in check.
 
Dan S
Posts
21,757
Likes
49,361
BlackTalon BlackTalon
If one quickly realizes they can quickly integrate by being like a whole number the amount of positive interactions they have on OF will multiply. But if they come in like a prime number and have zero considerations for others everyone else will have a negative experience, and derive no satisfaction from interacting with them. Maybe a fraction of the members will still respond, but in general any good feelings will be imaginary. That's the root of the issue. In the end, you either need to add something, or you will wind up being subtracted. I'm sure the moderators' logs are full of such stories. Thankfully their power helps keep things in check.
You just made me wonder if chatgpt can compose puns.
 
sheepdoll
Posts
2,490
Likes
3,966
As long as there are photographs...

This is a photography forum after all. I came here after buying a bunch of vintage cameras at the eWaste recycler and eBay. Then took the cameras to Switzerland ...

r4270test006.png

... all to take this photograph.

Yes, that is an APS image.

I get so distracted with the tell my about my watch posts, I have not done anything more with this project ...
 
gbesq
Posts
9,171
Likes
48,417
I can’t recall a time since I joined OF that I’ve seen more new member “is this watch legit?” and/or “what is this watch worth?” posts. While I’m pleased to see so much interest in vintage watches, I’m also disappointed that very few of these new members appear to be inclined toward becoming regular contributors to the forum beyond their initial posts.
Edited:
 
dsio
Posts
30,953
Likes
36,365
gbesq gbesq
I can’t recall a time since I joined OF that I’ve seen more new member “is this watch legit?” and/or “what is this watch worth?” posts. While I’m pleased to see so much interest in vintage watches, I’m also disappointed that very few of these new members appear to be inclined toward becoming regular contributors to the forum beyond their initial posts.
It’s pretty normal this time of year, there are several previous threads around January years ago asking the same thing. Some will stay and become enthusiasts and many won’t but that’s ok either way, we’ll clean up any duplicates or rude posts and keep things maintained, if anything looks weird or disrespectful the report feature can let us know and we can check it out.
 
X350 XJR
Posts
13,441
Likes
31,613
dsio dsio
It’s pretty normal this time of year, there are several previous threads around January years ago asking the same thing. Some will stay and become enthusiasts and many won’t but that’s ok either way, we’ll clean up any duplicates or rude posts and keep things maintained, if anything looks weird or disrespectful the report feature can let us know and we can check it out.

Just another reminder of how hard the moderators work to keep this place what it's all about, sharing information and maybe making a friend or two.

To the noobs, stick around and learn a bit.

Thank you to the mods!
 
CBM1590
Posts
969
Likes
3,775
X350 XJR X350 XJR
Just another reminder of how hard the moderators work to keep this place what it's all about, sharing information and maybe making a friend or two.

To the noobs, stick around and learn a bit.

Thank you to the mods!
Like many, I came in search of info. I stayed because of the people. Heck, I drink my morning coffee catching up on the forum posts that occurred whilst I was sleeping.
 
dsio
Posts
30,953
Likes
36,365
CBM1590 CBM1590
Like many, I came in search of info. I stayed because of the people. Heck, I drink my morning coffee catching up on the forum posts that occurred whilst I was sleeping.
Funny enough you’re not alone, in every timezone peak users is 10AM Monday, so people go to the office, catch up on their emails for the day then start browsing watches since they’re annoyed its Monday
 
CBM1590
Posts
969
Likes
3,775
dsio dsio
Funny enough you’re not alone, in every timezone peak users is 10AM Monday, so people go to the office, catch up on their emails for the day then start browsing watches since they’re annoyed its Monday
Lol. I’m glad to know that Mondays are universally as fun as they seem to be in my part of this place called Earth
 
TexOmega
Posts
8,089
Likes
58,164
Dsloan Dsloan
It's our own fault for being too popular and knowledgeable.




Victim blaming will not be tolerated.......😁::facepalm1::::rimshot::::rimshot::
 
Dsloan
Posts
3,383
Likes
22,591
TexOmega TexOmega
Victim blaming will not be tolerated.......😁::facepalm1::::rimshot::::rimshot::

Hey, the word is out, unfortunately. Google SEO says this place is full of helpful watch experts.

Is there a way to add a landing page during the registration page that explains how not to abuse said experts?
 
N
Posts
17
Likes
21
I think with a brand so diverse in its history and so many (on the surface at least) minor variations between similar models it is very difficult to work out what the 60s watch is that you've just purchased / been given.

I feel like everyone knows someone with a fake Rolex, so I can see why people assume that all brands have a huge number of fakes around. I can only imagine Rolex takes up 80% of the fake watch market?
 
Sign up or log in to reply...