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Ronin

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  1. Strap or Bracelet?

    in The Rolex Area

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    Bracelet - In this case with the white dial it helps balance the size. The dark strap against the white face over-emphasizes the head IMHO.

    Bracelet = Balance

    Edit to add: Just looked at the pics again, the leather draws my eyes/attention to the bezel/red V. The bracelet keeps me focused on the dial center. (Not unlike the right clothing either drawing attention away or toward someones face)

  8. how to NOT harass your seller?

    in The looney bin

    Posted

    The active member part is kind of difficult, when you don't know much about watches, a side from asking stuff, there is no much room for me to participate in experts discussions :)

    You don't have to be an expert. When you get your watch(s), take and post pictures. There are a lot of members here who thrive on taking and sharing photos. Also, there are all the naked girls in the Platinum section. :D

    PS. I also love the 20's and your avatar. My Grandmother was a total flapper, her and my Grandfather used to go to the speakeasy's during prohibition. whistling.gif

  12. how to NOT harass your seller?

    in The looney bin

    Posted

    If you want faster service, then look for very reputable fellow RWG members to buy used from, from your continent, and pay for faster shipping...then it can arrive super fast...but for the most part, if it's a current item, with decent supply, from China to Canada usually 7-10 days by EMS. Between Canada to Australia...I've had 2.5 months!!

    One good option is to build yourself a solid reputation around these parts. Become an active member, then "buy from other members" within your home country.

    I am sure your purchase will turn out just fine. The long wait I was refereeing to is based on a custom build that many members have taken advantage of from a trusted collector here. No worries.

    Patience is key, and watching tracking is usually, useless.

    Welcome aboard and enjoy.

  15. New to Rolex, need some further information

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    One more note when dealing with NDT/Yuki, many times their dial pictures on their sites are not WYSIWIG. If you see a dial you like, make sure to email them to make sure the dial photoed is the dial you will receive. (If you see multiple quantities of a given dial available (i.e. 2 available), make sure and ask.

    Nothing sucks more than scrutinizing a dial, bouncing between sites like doubleredseadweller or the VRF dial archive- finding something you want, only to receive something with a different coronet or font.

  17. how to NOT harass your seller?

    in The looney bin

    Posted

    Welcome to the world of reps and international shipping.

    Heck, I have paid in full for a watch (BK WM9 SD) over a year ago, but am comfortable with situation as it is still being produced.

    My other approach is simple, order something (international/cartel/etc) and obtain tracking number if available. Then WAIT ONE MONTH, before getting even remotely concerned, or checking tracking. Honestly, I think my longest wait ever was 3 weeks, with an average of 7 to 10 days (EMS).

    Other advise is-- treat the purchase of reps like hitting the tables in Las Vegas, you win some, you loose some (rarely).

    Just, hang out read the forums while you patiently wait.

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