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Link Posted: 11/26/2018 4:57:24 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
The Silver Watch Co. 5517/5513 homages went live for pre-order this morning.

They are being made by Manchester Watch Works (MWW) which is a nice little firm.

Q1/Q2 19 shipping dates.

Went with the Maxi and aluminum bezel, this will be a pure NATO strap auto-beater.

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The Blue version is pretty sweet.  I would need to part ways with some of my watches before I start adding anything new.
Link Posted: 11/26/2018 9:45:47 PM EDT
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I've been looking for a "not dress, not work" piece for a year or so. I stumbled upon this and being 60% off I pulled the trigger. There have been several days where I'm in between watches (how is that even a thing) and I wanted something different on me. My poor Protrek took another dive off a wing-tip and my "office day" Sea Urchin is not liking being on the flightline

Any opinions of this piece?

It'll be here Thursday.
Link Posted: 11/26/2018 10:28:47 PM EDT
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Trying hard not to fo on this one. With ebay's cyber Monday code it comes out <$240

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Link Posted: 11/27/2018 1:34:36 AM EDT
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Just got one of these at a steep discount. I'm psyched.
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Link Posted: 11/27/2018 7:04:35 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By RLunyATL:
Trying hard not to fo on this one. With ebay's cyber Monday code it comes out <$240

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I had an older version and I liked it, you should fo hard.
Link Posted: 11/27/2018 11:25:01 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By RLunyATL:
Trying hard not to fo on this one. With ebay's cyber Monday code it comes out <$240

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Cool watch. I owned the Ti version years ago. It is a big wearing watch. But I liked it.
Link Posted: 11/29/2018 12:19:01 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
The Silver Watch Co. 5517/5513 homages went live for pre-order this morning.

They are being made by Manchester Watch Works (MWW) which is a nice little firm.

Q1/Q2 19 shipping dates.

Went with the Maxi and aluminum bezel, this will be a pure NATO strap auto-beater.

look here
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Very nice but but it looks like the pre-order is done. Maybe you'll be over that MkII Milsub by the time this one arrives.
Link Posted: 12/6/2018 8:45:18 PM EDT
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Incoming

Link Posted: 12/6/2018 8:59:10 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 12/6/2018 10:01:44 PM EDT
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7548?
Link Posted: 12/6/2018 10:41:34 PM EDT
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7548?
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Yup. From 1979.
Link Posted: 12/7/2018 2:17:32 AM EDT
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Needed a seiko in the collection and loved this at first sight.

Usually the Tuna style offering are huge. Saw the specs: 42x43x11.5.

A new sized case!

Bought it just now.

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@sgtlmj or @toxicavenger70 either one of you guys see these new JDM releases?
Link Posted: 12/7/2018 12:19:18 PM EDT
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That looks just about perfect. All it needs is an Uncle Seiko GL831 strap.
Link Posted: 12/7/2018 12:38:17 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By grondike:

That looks just about perfect. All it needs is an Uncle Seiko GL831 strap.
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Already have one waiting for it.
Link Posted: 12/7/2018 12:42:58 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
Needed a seiko in the collection and loved this at first sight.

Usually the Tuna style offering are huge. Saw the specs: 42x43x11.5.

A new sized case!

Bought it just now.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/164007/1BA80E28-E1F3-4719-9A4E-BB3D7D8DBF22_jpeg-763522.JPG]

STBR007

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I hadn't seen the new divers. I see that they just did an "urban tuna" thing.

Link Posted: 12/7/2018 1:07:36 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
Needed a seiko in the collection and loved this at first sight.

Usually the Tuna style offering are huge. Saw the specs: 42x43x11.5.

A new sized case!

Bought it just now.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/164007/1BA80E28-E1F3-4719-9A4E-BB3D7D8DBF22_jpeg-763522.JPG]

STBR007

@sgtlmj or @toxicavenger70 either one of you guys see these new JDM releases?
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I haven't. I am not sure about the beadliner look.

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Link Posted: 12/7/2018 1:10:06 PM EDT
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I bought this one.
Link Posted: 12/7/2018 2:20:40 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:
I haven't. I am not sure about the beadliner look.

A friend on the forums has one and likes it though. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/485472/beadliner_JPG-763832.JPG
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:
Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
Needed a seiko in the collection and loved this at first sight.

Usually the Tuna style offering are huge. Saw the specs: 42x43x11.5.

A new sized case!

Bought it just now.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/164007/1BA80E28-E1F3-4719-9A4E-BB3D7D8DBF22_jpeg-763522.JPG]

STBR007

@sgtlmj or @toxicavenger70 either one of you guys see these new JDM releases?
I haven't. I am not sure about the beadliner look.

A friend on the forums has one and likes it though. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/485472/beadliner_JPG-763832.JPG
These have flat non textured dials. They did several variants for lowercase and united arrows. I really wanted the STBR011 but united arrows won’t sell em to the US.

Has the 62mas vibe.

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Link Posted: 12/7/2018 2:32:05 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By toxicavenger70:
I bought this one.
https://i.imgur.com/WP2JNtc.jpg?2
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Nice pick up T.
Link Posted: 12/7/2018 2:33:13 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
Needed a seiko in the collection and loved this at first sight.

Usually the Tuna style offering are huge. Saw the specs: 42x43x11.5.

A new sized case!

Bought it just now.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/164007/1BA80E28-E1F3-4719-9A4E-BB3D7D8DBF22_jpeg-763522.JPG]

STBR007

@sgtlmj or @toxicavenger70 either one of you guys see these new JDM releases?
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When it shows up, can you do a comparison shot with one of your Tudors?  I am intrigued by those, but worried about the size.
Link Posted: 12/7/2018 4:07:18 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By unsub073:

When it shows up, can you do a comparison shot with one of your Tudors?  I am intrigued by those, but worried about the size.
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sure.

Here's the whole lineup - all limited to 2000 pieces I believe, got mine off ebay for $400 shipped and its already on its way.

If I do like it I'm going to splurge and find a way to get the green bezel one and the 62mas one.

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Link Posted: 12/7/2018 4:49:34 PM EDT
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I also have a TSAR on the way. Snagged a single-owner 2017 vintage w/ bracelet for $450 shipped. Didn’t need it but...

Autos are pissing me off. Dropped my new SKX about 8” onto a wooden dresser and it went from -1.5sec/day to over +100 with a 4.5m/s beat error.  
Link Posted: 12/7/2018 4:58:35 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By sgtlmj:
I also have a TSAR on the way. Snagged a single-owner 2017 vintage w/ bracelet for $450 shipped. Didn’t need it but...

Autos are pissing me off. Dropped my new SKX about 8” onto a wooden dresser and it went from -1.5sec/day to over +100 with a 4.5m/s beat error.  
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Why I’m hoping this seiko quartz works out here. Need a good accurate solar beater.
Link Posted: 12/7/2018 5:07:15 PM EDT
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I don't ask for much from my kiddos...

Link Posted: 12/7/2018 8:17:17 PM EDT
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I like those!
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:

sure.

Here's the whole lineup - all limited to 2000 pieces I believe, got mine off ebay for $400 shipped and its already on its way.

If I do like it I'm going to splurge and find a way to get the green bezel one and the 62mas one.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/164007/d10826-161-513044-5_jpg-764008.JPG

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/164007/d10826-161-975864-4_jpg-764010.JPG

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/164007/d10826-161-534385-3_jpg-764011.JPG

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Link Posted: 12/7/2018 8:17:37 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By unsub073:

Nice pick up T.
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Thanks Chris!
Link Posted: 12/8/2018 1:43:44 PM EDT
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Really like the look of this but not sure if it fits the budget right now

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Link Posted: 12/8/2018 2:12:56 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
The Silver Watch Co. 5517/5513 homages went live for pre-order this morning.

They are being made by Manchester Watch Works (MWW) which is a nice little firm.

Q1/Q2 19 shipping dates.

Went with the Maxi and aluminum bezel, this will be a pure NATO strap auto-beater.

look here
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I'm not big in to homages (or autos anymore), but that Tudor clone is impressive. Stick a MN strap on that thing and call it a day.

Link Posted: 12/8/2018 10:12:33 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Finslayer83] [#29]
Pics from the wild are starting to show up on WUS

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ETA: The hell with it I FENT on the STBR011 too.

Let's see how the Zenmarket proxy service works.

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Link Posted: 12/20/2018 9:43:23 AM EDT
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Had a couple Weller 12’s last night and ended up with this NIB Gen 1 Stargate



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Link Posted: 12/20/2018 3:40:02 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
Had a couple Weller 12’s last night and ended up with this NIB Gen 1 Stargate



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I guess I will be cautious when I get to my bottle of Weller.  Right now I am working on this one, and it hasn't caused me to do anything yet.

Link Posted: 12/20/2018 3:53:33 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By unsub073:
I guess I will be cautious when I get to my bottle of Weller.  Right now I am working on this one, and it hasn't caused me to do anything yet.

https://i.imgur.com/8GZDVks.jpg
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Originally Posted By unsub073:
Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
Had a couple Weller 12’s last night and ended up with this NIB Gen 1 Stargate



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I guess I will be cautious when I get to my bottle of Weller.  Right now I am working on this one, and it hasn't caused me to do anything yet.

https://i.imgur.com/8GZDVks.jpg
fellow wheater!
Link Posted: 12/20/2018 4:00:49 PM EDT
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fellow wheater!
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I have a backlog of bottles to get to.  Chasing after different bourbons/scotches/whiskey's is probably more addicting than chasing after watches right now.   I need help.
Link Posted: 12/20/2018 4:13:13 PM EDT
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I think I am going to go to Detroit and pick up a Shinola at the store.
Link Posted: 12/20/2018 6:34:28 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By unsub073:

I guess I will be cautious when I get to my bottle of Weller.  Right now I am working on this one, and it hasn't caused me to do anything yet.

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My go-to when I don't feel like spending the money on Four Roses, Angel's Envy or Bookers.

now back to your watch conversations
Link Posted: 12/20/2018 10:42:52 PM EDT
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Picked this up today.

Hands down one of my favorite references. Love the monochrome...but I will probably hate how scratched it will get with time lol

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Link Posted: 12/21/2018 12:20:31 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Mattyvac:
Picked this up today.

Hands down one of my favorite references. Love the monochrome...but I will probably hate how scratched it will get with time lol

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Baller.
Link Posted: 12/24/2018 5:30:39 PM EDT
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I want a Nodus Avalon in either blue or black next.  Gonna be a while though.

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Link Posted: 12/24/2018 6:39:24 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By alemonkey:
I want a Nodus Avalon in either blue or black next.  Gonna be a while though.

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Really can’t decide between one of these or a SBDC061 (on rubber from Gnomon)

I think Terry has handled both.

@toxicavenger70
Link Posted: 12/24/2018 7:46:46 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:

Really can’t decide between one of these or a SBDC061 (on rubber from Gnomon)

I think Terry has handled both.

@toxicavenger70
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Terry should do a comparison of his gold solar Tuna vs the new one he traded for.

Link Posted: 12/26/2018 5:31:25 PM EDT
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Have one of these on the way. Apeks won't allow sales outside of the EU, so I had to use a freight forwarder to get it here. Still comes in at around $120 shipped. Seiko VX43 quartz day/date movement. Hard to find a good quartz day/date diver these days without buying something 30+ years old or spending CWC money.

Link Posted: 12/26/2018 6:51:11 PM EDT
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Ordered my first Ball. It will be here tmw:



Link Posted: 12/27/2018 10:38:57 PM EDT
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Is that all tritium? Badass man!!!
Link Posted: 12/28/2018 12:06:09 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By sgtlmj:
Have one of these on the way. Apeks won't allow sales outside of the EU, so I had to use a freight forwarder to get it here. Still comes in at around $120 shipped. Seiko VX43 quartz day/date movement. Hard to find a good quartz day/date diver these days without buying something 30+ years old or spending CWC money.

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Oh hello.

Are seiko dials compatible with this, cause I would do it in a heartbeat.
Link Posted: 12/28/2018 12:14:59 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:

Really can’t decide between one of these or a SBDC061 (on rubber from Gnomon)

I think Terry has handled both.

@toxicavenger70
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The Avalon is a cushion case, so it is wider than the 061. But it might be a little shorter lug 2 lug. The case finish on the Avalon is excellent though.
Link Posted: 12/28/2018 12:16:36 AM EDT
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Terry should do a comparison of his gold solar Tuna vs the new one he traded for.

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The Fools Gold Tuna a local bought from me. He had to have it he said.

I think the newer Solar tuna's are all the same except for the dial/hands.
Link Posted: 12/28/2018 1:11:11 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:

Oh hello.

Are seiko dials compatible with this, cause I would do it in a heartbeat.
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Not sure yet. Read lots of articles about these before pulling the trigger though. They are branded and sold by commercial/recreational dive shops in the EU. They get Divex, Cressi Sub, Aqua Lung, etc labels on them. Supposed to be built like a tank. They even have some 1000m models with helium relief valves on them for under $150. They've been selling these for a couple decades and folks have had them that long with no complaints. If the movement goes t/u, they are like $15 to replace.
Link Posted: 12/29/2018 6:47:34 PM EDT
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This dude is on its way....

I can't not buy MKII milsubs and I've never seen one in this configuration.

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Link Posted: 12/29/2018 8:49:27 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
This dude is on its way....

I can't not buy MKII milsubs and I've never seen one in this configuration.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/164007/Screen_Shot_2018-12-29_at_4_46_45_PM_png-789205.JPG
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I think I saw that one pass by on Watch Recon. Bracelet, spring bars and no HRV, correct?
Link Posted: 12/29/2018 9:14:25 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By grondike:
I think I saw that one pass by on Watch Recon. Bracelet, spring bars and no HRV, correct?
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Originally Posted By grondike:
Originally Posted By Finslayer83:
This dude is on its way....

I can't not buy MKII milsubs and I've never seen one in this configuration.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/164007/Screen_Shot_2018-12-29_at_4_46_45_PM_png-789205.JPG
I think I saw that one pass by on Watch Recon. Bracelet, spring bars and no HRV, correct?
that's the one.

got it for a strong price, below asking.

ETA: when I saw it's been to Rik, it was a no brainier.
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