Ronin

Firefox FTW! Friends don't let friends use IE. IE=Internet Exploder.

Fake Boobs = Fake Women ??????? Just trying to apply similar logic... Old story.

Wow, that article nearly put me to sleep. Good points, but, the abuse a watch takes while worn I would say puts greater stresses on it. Think herky-jerky movements like while driving, or bumping into someone in a crowded room. Hell, ever Jog with an automatic, or ride a motorcycle. Also, his argument about the fuzzy logic winders that stop the watch for 1/2 a day possibly upside down, or crown up/down.... So? Over time it averages itself out. Right now, my winder is stopped with the watches crown down. Last night, they were in a normal position. Think of this as pseudo-COSC testing. I think the 'randomness' of my AceTimer fuzzy logic system gives me a good read on the movements accuracy. YMMV,

To the OP: Grab and Go chrono.

RE: Discounts and AD's. Having recently purchased a Gen Rolex, here is what I experienced: AD #1: "Our Prices Fixed" (Snooty) AD #2: Knowledgeable, fun, willing to show me things outside my (known to AD) price range. Took 15% off price. Shop around, there are deals out there. Almost jumped at a 20% off deal on a Breitling around last Christmas.

Wow just seeing the inner workings, dial side, of the WM9 was worth the read. Great job.

I like them tight...ohhh wait, we are talking about watches. Seriously though, I like them snug. I share docblackrock, dluddy, and ubi's setiments.

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I too seemed to miss this thread, as things have been hectic. GET WELL SOON....

Surprised no one mentioned-- if you do the swap, there is a slight difference in hand sizes between the A7750 28.8 and Val/ETA 7750. The large chrono seconds hand will need forced or broached IIRC.

Great Pics!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Classic. Thanks for sharing. I think I need to watch Caddy Shack now...

Very Nice. This is what this hobby is all about.

Nice, would be interested to see some outdoors, daylight pics.

Ditto.

If you are only trying to change a pesky pearl here is another tip/trick: Hot Glue a Tooth Pick -or- Epoxy/Superglue a finishing nail to the Pearl. When the glue or epoxy dries, pull up on the toothpick or nail and Viola! Be careful not to use too much that could spill over making matters worse. HTH

Rough Play requires:

I dunno. A step in the right direction, maybe, and if demand is high enough the 40mm market might expand into V2 and V3 supers. Wishful thinking. My wife has said she wants a GEN 048 and no substitutes. So much for my wallet .

R O C K S T A R!!!!!!

IIRC soak in Acetone, if it is the adhesive type. Some of the brave Rolex guys actually use a chisel and hammer. Sapphire is tough I guess YMMV

Now: Later:

24mm = Yes You will need a > 7" wrist for this: http://lonestarwatches.com/bracelets.htm

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