Sorry to hear about these unfortunate events mate. But try not to let that throw too much shadow on the amazing experience that is due in a few weeks time. I am sure other/ better work opportunities will be revealed sooner than you think..
I have a gen service t39 (non superdome) on my MBW based one and it is just lovely. The clarity is outstanding!
As for the 1665 case backs. Apparently there were some early/ "transitional" GW's (around the 5.3 mil serial in late 1977) that came with DRSD case backs. But the correct case back for the Rail Dial (5.7 mil to 6.2 mil) should be the circular engraved one.
Looking forward to the prototype!
P.S. I think minimal stitching (like the ones in my pic) is the key for the 20/16 Rollie crowd though.. Or at least that would tickle my fancy.. Quite a bit actually..
I'd definitely be in on a 20/16mm in brown or dark grey at 39 GBP. As for the RWG exclusive label - I'd prefer it branded on the back side of the strap so it is there no matter what buckle I use..
Time travelling has never been cheap. But see it as an investment.. Buy it, go back 12 months in time (judging by the pics it looks like this is a preset), play/ win the lottery and come back on top!
@Dutchy: Thanks for sharing - it sure is pretty!
Ouch.. Had pneumonia a year ago as well.. What an utterly horrible experience!
I am happy you are getting better and that your dad is back on track again! Sorry to hear about your job though.. But I am sure there will be something even better out there for you in the near future..
Here is another 30/30 vote!
We will never get 100% free from scammers - but a rule like this will at least make it a little more difficult for new potential scammers and at the same time give new honest members time to reflect and (hopefully) learn to buy the seller - not the watch and by this become more cautious.