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Ronin

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  1. so I take my dssd to the local watchmaker and

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    No need to rehash... I think Don learned from the flames on here, on RG, RWI, and the lex forum.

    Just want to emphasize trying to stay within the community, exhaust all possibilities before flaunting it to a watch repair person outside the community.

    Dan, here is the DIY method: http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?s=&amp...st&p=617452 as for waterproofing, the rubber gasket should have a slight slime coat of silicon grease. Opening it once, and properly closing, and tightening it should not compromise what ever waterproofing the rep came with. You can also pick up a Rolex case back tool off eBay for cheap.

    -Ronin

  2. so I take my dssd to the local watchmaker and

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    Hmmm.

    First of all local mall? I don't know of many real watchsmiths that could afford the rent at "the mall". Was this the generic Fossil kiosk or something?

    Second, searching around this forum or even google for noisy rotors / rep watch movements / water proofing will generate a ton of results.

    IIRC, you posted your rep at the gen Rolex forum a couple of days ago. You seem to have a strong desire to get your watch in front of as many non-rep friendly people as possible.

    Please do not mis-understand me, I mean no harm, but you seem to be pushing your watch into the limelight pretty hard. <_<:g: Try to stay within the community, DIY, and then as a last resort investigate public watchsmiths.

    -Ronin

  3. Alert to all Blacksteel owners

    in The Breitling Area

    Posted

    I actually followed the Guru1's lead above, except my Duct Tape Sticky Ball did the trick.

    I am on the fence when it comes to Rubber Cement -vs- a 2 Part Epoxy like a JB Weld.

    (In hind site, I have to say for a $400+ rep, the factory needs to do a better job here, these "plugs" are just waiting to pop. At least a real screw could easily be loctited)

    -Ronin

  12. Vostok-europe

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    I have had good luck with some of Vostok's automatic movements. In fact, they have a pretty good anti-shock system. I once rode 4 hours off-road dirt bikes wearing a Vostok Amphibian. It is also my skiing/snowboarding watch. Thing is still running in the winder perfectly after 3 years.

    Movements are solid, but some of the case/crown external components could be improved. The 2 Vostoks I have had have both had wobbly crowns, loose bezels, etc.

  14. We want an accurate Navitimer!

    in The Breitling Area

    Posted

    I wonder if the sunken date window could be corrected with something like a Lemania Manual wind movement instead of the A7750. IIRC some Daytona reps feature these.

    Heck, I would actually go for a NO-DATE like the old 806 or 81600. We really haven't seen any good vintage reps of Breitling either.

    81600n2.jpg

  18. I'm back...and a bit concerned.

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    a simple google search turns up a ton of RWG posts

    This is not good. The site should block the bot crawls or add logic --> if the referring page is Google send them off to disney.com or something else. ;)

    On a similar note I was looking for gen pics of PAM 111's and searched google for PAM 111.... The first hit was pam111.c__ a know rep deal. Ranked #1.

  20. A Prediction for the Future of the Luxury Watch Industry

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Interesting thoughts.

    I think we are quickly eroding into a 2 class society as the middle class slips to the bottom. That being said, human nature likes to differentiate itself. Like the feathers of a peacock, people will still want to show their status (legit or false representation).

    The cell phone is a good example. When the iPhone came out, it was a fashion and status symbol. Now, high school kids are running around with them. So how does a fashion conscience, status seeker, differentiate. Perhaps the car they drive. But wait! BMW now has approachable 1 series and lease deals. Hmmm, maybe a luxury watch. So, if you are into that world of human peacockery :) -- You flash your trendy cell phone wearing your PAM/Rolex/etc. after you have rolled up in your BMW wearing your Burberry scarf.

    I realize this is a generalization, and I live in a "metro"polotin city full of FADs (Fashion Addicted Dolts) my experience may be skewed. Some of us, myself included, are in it simply for our love of watches.

    As for Rolex, I agree some of the bling surprises me. However, maybe they need to adapt as well. Maybe Rolex needs a "1 Series, C Series" like BMW / Mercedes. Example: EXP I, no-date Sub, that is non-COSC and comes it a lower price point that they can make up in volume. Or on the flip side they can stick to their guns like Apple and keep prices up there since they think they know their customer base. Either that or I would love to see an explosion of Tudor's. Most people never heard of Tudor in the US, let alone the Rolex connection. (The VW to Audi if you will). Perhaps they can use that line to hook new customers.

    Good discussion.

    -Ronin

  21. What Happened to Basic Etiquette ?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    I'm not referring to a law here, but a courtesy, as long as the person who posts interest first is of respected status,..

    I think we are on the same page actually. Overall, I agree on the first come first serve.

    And I think my other point was that "PM Sent" in the thread first, does not mean anything -- given cross-postings, or people like me who will just fire off a PM and not respond in the thread all the time.

    As long as you are up front in your post: "Supporters Only", "members >10 Posts" I think it is acceptable. Also, if someone sends a PM along the lines of "PP Loaded, ready to buy NOW" while the first guy to respond is looking for answers and more pics, I see no reason not to sell to the NOW guy -- within reason -- if the questions/requests are easily responded to -- stick with FIFO (First In First Out).

    The same applies IRL (In Real Life) when using something like craigslist.org or classifieds. I was selling some DJ equipment, and some of the "first" phone calls I received left uneasy feelings that I would be rolled or otherwise put out. Needless to say, I choose to trust my gut, and not deal with them.

    This is a good discussion... Civil ;) .

    -Ronin

  23. What Happened to Basic Etiquette ?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    I agree there has been some recent tread crapping, and as long it is not a SCAM-- if you don't have anything good to say, why say it. This is buyer beware, and again, as long as it is not someone trying to sell a Canal St rep for $$$, it is the buyers responsibility to research what they are buying.

    However, on the first come first serve. It depends. I have seen, and agree/support people who post "This is not a race to PM me first - I reserve the right to sell to who I believe is the best buyer". Furthermore, posting in the thread, PM sent, does not necessarily guarantee your place in line. I have purchased at least 4 watches by PMing but having never posted to the sales thread.

    Given a choice during a sale between a Platinum Member with 1000 posts and a noob non-supporter who PM'd 10 seconds before.... Sorry, but to protect myself I would choose the Platinum guy.

    Again, posting PM SENT in the thread does not mean someone else hasn't stealthily beat you to the draw. Finally, some even cross-post sales between RG and here.

    So I agree on the thread crapping, but politely think the seller reserves the right to sell to whomever he/she wishes.

    Thanks!

    -Ronin

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