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drewlaws

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  1. I’ll play somewhere in Palm Springs at the end of the month (welcome recommendations). In April I’m going to play in Charleston before going Augusta for a Masters practice round (first time). In July I might make it across the pond to the Open. Solid potential for the year.
  2. Thanks. This is what I was wondering about. If I want something contemporary, don’t hire someone who does mostly modern farmhouse, etc. And I assume I want someone who has done several additions, not only new builds. I was unsure how adaptable architects are across different types of projects. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  3. Thanks everyone for your recommendations. What are the most important things to consider when selecting an architect?
  4. I am considering an addition and wondering where to start to determine the feasibility of the project and get a budget estimate. Right now I have a 2000 sqft 3/2 split level with 3 bedrooms on one "wing" of the house and an open concept living/dining/kitchen on the other "wing" over the oversized garage. The interior was gutted and redone about 15 years ago. My thought for the addition is to add 1000 sqft for a large master bedroom suite and office on top of the bedroom "wing" and possibly a rooftop deck. I would reno the kitchen to add storage and increase functionality while we're in construction hell. Is the first step to call a contractor(s) to get a quote? Are they able to tell if the current house can support such an addition or is that an engineer's job? Or do I call an architect first? My biggest fear is that we rip the roof off the home only to be told that the structure cannot support a 2nd floor. I have not ruled out any option, including tearing down and rebuilding ($$$$) or moving within my neighborhood (least amount of stress but $$$ to get what we want).
  5. Why would they use the targa versions of the 997 and 996? Dumb.
  6. I'm back in the watch game. Finally pulled the trigger on a Zenith El Primero Chronomaster Original. I have the LE grey band coming and I am going to order a brown leather strap too.
  7. I live in Austin where there is no Zenith AD, so I emailed the AD in Houston (there is only one) about the new Chronomaster Original. The rep that responded was totally clueless. Next time I was in town on business I went by in person to see if they had it. They did, but I had the exact same horrible experience as you did. I am still waiting to try a tri-color on stainless bracelet but I sure as hell won't buy it from the Houston AD. I'm going to give the Dallas AD a shot next. If that doesn't work out, I will consider buying direct online or just move on all together.
  8. Probably my least favorite of the GMTs, but buy what you like. More importantly, where did you find a Rolex for sale? Second hand I assume? I want a Batman but not close to wanting it $20k bad.
  9. BARTON Watch Bands is local in Austin and all of their offerings are quick release. I don't own one though, so I can't speak to their quality.
  10. Stone Creek Straps does custom straps of all varieties. I got a brown leather rally strap with deviated stitching and curved spring bars for my Hamilton Pan Europ. It was arguably higher quality than the watch.
  11. So really, you only like one of the five Porsches (non-SUV) on the market? Seems like you might generally dislike Porsche designs, at least currently...
  12. Correct, that is what they told us would happen from the beginning.
  13. Same for me. They said 2020 people who didn't get 2021 tickets would get them for 2022. Still happy to have a chance to go.
  14. Does anyone have experience with IW Mark in Houston? They are the closest Zenith AD to Austin and I want to go by to see the new Chronomaster Original this week. I emailed them to ask if they had any in stock and they said they have two, one 42mm and one 37mm. There is only one size, a 38mm (which it has been for 50+ years mind you). I don’t know shit about watches relative to you guys, but how could the AD not know their brand’s newest release? I want to see it on the wrist before buying. I can only assume they do not have one since they don’t know WTF I am talking about.
  15. Had my first hole in one today! #7 on TPC Craigs Ranch, I hit a 5 iron to a back pin about 190. I saw it land and release toward the flag then it disappeared, but I assumed it was hidden behind the pin. Walked (ran) up and it was in the hole. What a cool experience! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  16. I played Oak Hills CC in San Antonio yesterday. I don't hear it talked about much, but it was fantastic. Course conditions were great, especially the greens. Tillinghast design is fun and makes it feel very old school. They had nice clubhouse facilities as well. Next week I am playing TPC Craig's Ranch for the first time. I was told they were punching the greens at the beginning of the month. I assume they will be healed by next week. Then the week after that I will be golfing on Long Island. Throw in watching the US Open, June is shaping up to be preetttty, pretty good.
  17. WeKoPa saguaro is a no brainer in my view.
  18. I was thinking Club Blau, Voodoo or Oslo. Porsche has a crazy amount of blues. It’s one of the best blues I have seen. Hopefully I can catch him in my club parking lot one day. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  19. Porsche experts... What blue is this targa?
  20. I responded before reading this. I recommend playing in some of the MGA events during the week or join one of the weekend money games. GNO is every other Wednesday evening and a great way to meet people. There is a Friday Open every week. I think they are still doing the money game around 9am or 10am on Sat and/or Sun. The tee sheet fills up pretty fast even after "the purge," especially the weekend. I recommend booking 5-7 days in advance as much as possible for weekends and mornings. Sometimes tee times free up from people who cancel the day before. You can usually walk up and get out in the afternoon and evening without much trouble. I hope the initiation is the only thing they continue to increase this year. If they increase my dues again (they already doubled them last year), that may be the last straw and cause me to leave for greener pastures.
  21. I am. What do you want to know? You can shoot me a PM if you prefer.
  22. Mine went up 15%. I was expecting at least double that, so I'm feeling fortunate.
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