Choices in the $8k range, down to 3

[eman1200]

I know I'm posting this on a ROLEX forum, but if you were, say, ME, and you DIDN'T own a Rolex but would like to have one (really leaning towards a new GMT II, TT GMT would be a stretch but is just gorgeous), but also really need/want a deck on my house, but also have always wanted to get my pilots license.....but could only do one of these three...which would you choose?!?!? it's driving me nutz!

the watch is just gorgeous and would last a lifetime

the deck is kind of a necessity, and I feel would be a pretty good investment

getting a pilots license, to me, would just be a great challenge to take on, but I think would be the most expensive and is just a long term commitment that if for any reason I couldn't continue, would end up being a waste. but this seems to be the most fun and rewarding.

just figured I'd see what you guys think. thanks!

[crew]

You asked, so here you go:
1) Build the deck yourself and save 1/2 the cost of hiring it out. If you don't know how to do this study it over the coming winter and get a buddy (hopefully w/some ability) to help you.
2) Use the money you saved on the deck to buy a GMT from a trusted seller off this Forum

I built my own deck 25 years ago. I had never built anything before. It still looks great and I not only saved $, I got self-satisfaction from doing it.

[ducatidoc]

Originally Posted by crew

You asked, so here you go:
1) Build the deck yourself and save 1/2 the cost of hiring it out. If you don't know how to do this study it over the coming winter and get a buddy (hopefully w/some ability) to help you.
2) Use the money you saved on the deck to buy a GMT from a trusted seller off this Forum

I built my own deck 25 years ago. I had never built anything before. It still looks great and I not only saved $, I got self-satisfaction from doing it.

This.

Well said.

[eman1200]

thanks crew, and I definitely have been researching building a deck, as just like u, I've never done it before but would give it a go. I did my whole house in hardwood floors and had never done that before, turned out great and saved a TON of money!

[Darlinboy]

Originally Posted by crew

You asked, so here you go:
1) Build the deck yourself and save 1/2 the cost of hiring it out. If you don't know how to do this study it over the coming winter and get a buddy (hopefully w/some ability) to help you.
2) Use the money you saved on the deck to buy a GMT from a trusted seller off this Forum

I built my own deck 25 years ago. I had never built anything before. It still looks great and I not only saved $, I got self-satisfaction from doing it.

Git 'er done, git yer GMT"

[Jeffa32]

How big is the deck? They really are not difficult to build.

[CashGap]

Originally Posted by Jeffa32

How big is the deck? They really are not difficult to build.

Agreed, and hardwood floor is MUCH less forgiving. You've already got that behind you.

[eman1200]

I have a backyard that in it's current state is somewhat unusable due to the hills and slopes. trust me, we're not talking a square or rectangular ground level deck here, but it also wouldn't be elevated. it's needs to be designed by someone first, then I can probably consult a deck builder about the framing, and the rest I can probably do on my own.