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Nice. I have to say I love bracelets for their ease of grab and go. That looks great. How about a shot of the clasp? The color looks pretty close... -Ronin

Star Wars (1977) Kill Bill Lost in Translation (I have way too many fav's to pick three, but those came to mind first...Honorable mention: Fifth Element, Pulp Fiction, Reservoir Dogs.) Hmmm, top three per genre might be more fun. -Ronin

@ammandel - just an ultimate v2.5 with some modifications and a killer Ocean Racer Strap. -Ronin

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See this recent thread: http://www.rwg.cc/members/Black-and-Red-Br...mp;hl=Black+Red -Ronin

Fantastic pics and watches. Love the aged hands. -Ronin

Interesting comments. I guess I am the Kobold defender then. He and his watches are gaining immense popularity, and getting write ups. The 2009 WT Buyers Guide has at least half a dozen. I am a fan of the very clean, minimalistic, yet functional designs of his. Who knows, this may actually be the time to buy a gen Kobold if his success propels him and his company higher. -Ronin

Yes, but he makes some nice, high quality watches. I am not defending his past, but he is a 'young' guy. 24 at the time. Hopefully he learned his lesson and will keep his head on straight. Stick to watches instead of impersonating law enforcement. Hmmmm, not like anyone here has done anything wrong in the eyes of the law or fibbed to customs agents. Sounds like he would fit in here. LOL. -Ronin

I personally like it better then the PO chrono... However, it reminds me more of a Tag Heuer than an Omega even with the orange highlights. -Ronin

@lance18 - It is a Skyland Avenger BlackSteel. There are about a half-dozen running around here. They are available from the usual suspects. Search BlackSteel. The strap is custom made by HKTAN. -Ronin

Awesome... For those who are unfamiliar, check out their web site. As far as used goes, the company states "no more than a sum total of 2,500 Kobold watches will ever be made in a given year" You will have something special, keep us posted. -Ronin

@HikeUSA that black/red coke bezel GMT Nato combo rocks I think I will stick with the same color theme. ;-) -Ronin

First, let me say good choice. I have been watching (no pun inteneded) Kobold for some time, and love their Sorway GMT. You WILL WANT a good quality gen, regardless of how many reps you have. There are simply times, a rep won't cut it. Not to mention the Kobold is a REAL dive watch that will take abuse and and can be used for all occasions. If you get the Kobold, please show it off in the "Other Brands" forum here. If you can swing the Gen get it. And pick up some reps from the "trade area" here as time and $$ permits. -Ronin Kobold -- Wish they would start repping them.

Nice watch and pics. That model has really grown on me. I think I like it as much, if not better, then an Explorer II. Thanks for sharing. -Ronin

Almost forgot: Here is a great review site: http://www.steves-digicams.com/ -Ronin

Well I am a huge Canon fan as well. The cameras you have listed above are GOOD "Point and Shoot" and they all have both a Macro mode and a Digital Macro mode. Until I get a new DSLR, I have been using an older version of the cameras you are looking at. These photos were taken with a Canon SD630. http://www.rwg.cc/members/Black-and-Red-Br...g-B-t93889.html This is as good as it gets, and it takes a lot of setup. The other problem is when the camera gets close enough to take a good macro shot, it casts a shadow or reflection of the camera in the crystal. So, if you can live with this quality (probably better, since the SD630 is older) your original choices are not too bad. I agree though for watch photography a DSLR or Canon G series at the minimum. HTH, -Ronin

I should probably mention the girl in the photo is Tiki Lala aka Lala Fastwater from Tiki Bar TV. She is @tikilala on Twitter http://www.tikibartv.com/ -Ronin

@By-Tor - yep I have the Replay DVD re-release. I agree the Show of Hands tour really stands out. The opening bass riff to Prime Mover is a personal favorite. I was however disappointed with the "Rush in Rio" DVD and CD. They were fine, but the audio recording quality does not seem up to par. I still need to pick up the Snakes and Arrows DVD. @mjmurphy926 - Great place to get married. -Ronin

2 Seconds fast, leave it. Keep in mind that number can vary based on if it is: on your wrist, sitting face up, sitting face down, sitting crown up, temperature, etc. Good job! -Ronin

Crown Guards are exceptional. Enjoy it... -Ronin

My HKTAN strap arrived!!! It is fantastic. A little photo practice. Keep in mind these were shot with a low end Point and Shoot Canon SD630. Enjoy: Strap Buckle installed...LaLa approves. LaLa want's to touch it. Strap installed. OhhLaaLaa also approves Harley Quinn approves Wrist shots That was fun. If anyone want's any of these in 1600x1200 hi-res for wallpaper, drop me a line. -Ronin

Yes, that is it! That is my "hometown" arena! I am about 23 rows back, directly in front of Geddy. God I love RUSH!!!! -Ronin

@monkeypie I dunno, I am fortunate to have 20x10 vision (which actually sucks for up close work- Loupe required here). I can spot a slow beat movement sweep, 2 people away at my local Sushi bar. MANY non-WIS people know about the smoother sweep of a gen. I tend to agree with Freddy, the quality has improved, but so has the education of many people. -Ronin

Permanent Waves Tour 1980 was the first time I saw the band live. Also if you have a copy of Neil Peart's "Road Show". The cover photo-- That was taken at Red Rocks Amphitheater. I was there, and am one of the dots about 23 rows back. -Ronin

Bigtime Rush fan myself. I played Bass (Rickenbacker 4001) & Keyboards in a Rush Cover Band "Vital Signs" (cough) 20 years ago. I also had some written correspondence with Neil circa Hold Your Fire tour. I saw the preview for the movie, now I have to see it! Although old news for X-Box/PS3 gamers. Wii owners with Rock Band 2 can now download the entire "Moving Pictures" album and Working Man. The game comes with The Trees. These are original no-cover versions. So IF you want to play along to your favorite Rush Tunes, check it out. There are two "The Who" songs on there as well (since we seem to have some Who fans here). -Ronin