>I'll admit I'm advancing personal opinions but I think spending more than about 40 dollars for a watch is ridiculous.
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>You sound like Andy. He always used to buy Timex watches at the drug store for $20. When I bought him one for over $50, he got angry because he thought it was a waste of money. OTOH, I happen to love my gold and diamond watch....

It's funny you mention that - years ago Gwen bought me an expensive watch for Christmas. I hated it - it was too heavy, too bulky, and I felt badly that she spent quite a bit on it. (As I recall, it was nearly $300).

But I wore it and smiled - and then smiled even more when it finally died after years (couldn't be repaired) and I got a nice simple one at Target for about $35.

I also hate expensive clothes. Except for an on-site client visits where business attire is needed, I dress like a guy on his way to a ball game.