TeeJay

I'm always happy to help with design work like this, I consider it my version of pro bono work. As Phoband suggested, possibly changing the thread title, to something like RWG Membership Rings, might catch people's attention. I'm sure that once a design is finalized, people would be interested, especially those who attend the GTGs. Even if this ring wasn't to be a 'daily wearer', I'm sure folks would like one for GTGs, afterall, what better way of identifying other members, as trying to scope out someone's watch might not get the best reception

I just tried rotating the ring to see how it would look from an observer's perspective... Out of the horizontal, the lettering aspect of the design just vanishes into what looks like some kind of astrological symbol. How's this for stealth?

I need to get me one of those Asside from the stone's more mystic qualities, I'm just suggesting it as it's something a bit different to onyx, while still being a relatively 'neutral' colored stone, which goes with anything, where other stones, such as Tigers Eye, might not be quite as 'universal'

That's the beauty of haemetite It is a very dark grey/metalic crystal. That pic doesn't really capture its beauty properly. To the naked eye, it looks almost black, but with a lot of depth/reflection. Holistically speaking, it's an excellent grounding stone, and helps keep the wearer calm [Edit to add] PS: It's also not very expensive

Here's a tidied up rendering of the design: Here's a concept rendering of the ring with the design more prominent, and with haemetite in place of the onyx: [Edit] I've run an embossing filter over the lettering so it would give a more true representation of how etching/engraving might look on the ring, rather than the 2D appearance of applying the design directly...

Sounds like a plan to me I'll have a neater version of the design drawn up tomorrow Thanks, bro

That's fair enough, I just thought haemetite might've made a nice alternative, as it's a very nice stone, but, if that would cost more, then indeed, go with what's available Needless to say, I'll be up for one of these But what else would be suitable? Indeed, the draft was rough, I can draw a neater version

Awesome idea A few ideas came to me. Depending on the size of a person's username, it might not fit in that small space... How about, having the ring without the usernames, and a less-obvious RWG (inspired by Corgi's comment) Something else which I thought of, how about having the insert haemetite rather than onyx? Gorgeous stone, and good for keeping folks calm Something like this, perhaps?

Victoria has the bordeux OEM (I believe it's OEM rather than rep) strap for the 127. I WANT THAT STRAP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

I don't have any strange noises from my 127 crown (E0117 case) but, the tube doesn't seem to be giving the crown the full support for it to interact properly with the CG lever. With the crown 'pulled tight' against the inside of the lever, there is maybe a hair's width between the tube/crown. Is it possible to re-set the tube position so it is 'further out', so it gives the crown the correct support? When held down, the crown seals properly against the tube, but then, the CG lever has a little 'rattle' to it. 'Pulling the crown tight' against the CG lever, is little more than touching the inside edge of the crown, it is not actually moving it to the 'time setting' position. The watch has always done it, and to be honest, it doesn't bother me too much (although if it was fixable, it would be good to have it fixed) I just thought I'd seek some opinions.

I was expecting a tale of woe

Regardless of accuracy, if you like it, go for it. outside of watch enthusiast circles, hardly anyone knows what a Panerai is, let alone what a specific model should actually look like You'll most likely get asked "What is that?" rather than "Is that real?" (which happens frequently with Rolexes ) Best of luck with your purchase

For some reason, I felt compelled to wear an SS watch today I wasn't going to wear my Submariner, after wearing my 127, it's just too small, so I pulled the 111h out of storage. I do have plans to sell it on, but, the person's not been forthcoming with offers of the money, so I'll hang on to it till they do (please note, this is a private sale, I am not selling it on forum) When it is taken off my hands, having really enjoyed wearing it today, I think I'll get a 112h on SS, for when I feel thus compelled again. I also have plans for a 113 on SS, for certain occasions. Anyway, enough waffle, and sorry for no fresh pics, but, here it is... That's right, this is the watch which has withstood heavy swimming into natural tides and artificial wave machines without even thinking about leaking. The only reason I'm selling it on, was when the movement was repaired, the watchsmith left dust under the crystal, and forgot (somehow) to replace one of the movement clamps (frakking idiot...) and by the time I got it back, I was wearing my 127, so didn't feel the need to keep it (until today) Before anyone starts having a hissy fit about the sale of a less than perfect watch, they've seen the dust, seen the missing clamp, but are still desperate to buy it. I probably won't even take half of what I bought it for, as, given it's condition, it just wouldn't be right, but, it's still in a wearable condition, keeps time at +2 secs per day, and to be honest, the dust is only noticeable on close scrutiny, not during 'regular wear'.

I believe carbon fiber is halal On topic, awesome watch

That's fair enough if it wasn't your own opinion, although I have to admit, beyond Rolex, the majority of people don't tend to question other brands, and, with some, such as Panerai, I've found, that when people are told what the gens would actually cost, they've all said "For a watch?! That's crazy!" To be honest, I don't think that there's the 'stigma' of reps (at least, decent quality watches, and less well-known brands) that there used to be. [Edit for spelling]

Out of curiousity, have you actually dived to 100m with the Seiko, or just going by the stated rating? The only reason I ask, is that I have seen a photo on forum before of a gen Seiko, which had condensation under the crystal. Although I have not dived to any depths with it, and bearing in mind that wr is measured as static pressure, my 111h, has withstood heavy swimming against both natural tides, and artifical wave machines, with no hint of leaking, and that was with the back secured only by the pressure of thumbs in rubber gloves... If a watch fails at deeper depths, fair enough, but, as I mentioned above, most people's watches aren't going to go deeper than the bottom of their pool

This is a very true point, but, not one which will be a factor for many people. Afterall, there aren't many folks whos dive watches see depths any deeper than their pool. With that kind of use being prevelent, are the same standards of resistance as the gen has, really important? Who says people by fakes because they can't afford the gen? Many of the members here either own gens, or are in a position to afford them, but choose to buy reps for other (and very varied) reasons

Awesome review I'm not a fan of gold watches, but, I have to admit, the TT Submariner always looks good. With regards the comments about versatility, despite not having one, I'd have to agree. I've seen one guy in a suit wearing one (the suit looked like it came from the goodwill) and a guy wearing jeans and a denim shirt with one. Looked fine wither way.

Emphasis is pretty important there. Doesn't change the fact that ADs don't have the power to confiscate someone's personal property. And they'll say the same thing. An AD won't have the power to confiscate said item, as it is legally owned personal property, regardless of how the owner presents it. That's very true. People who do think they can flash reps in ADs deserve whatever ridicule and misfortune comes their way (within legal limits, of course.) for their attention-seeking behaviour.

Possibly an aftermarket crystal? I'll never forget one person on TZ whining that the hands weren't lining up 100% with the indices 100% of the time. He got laughed at quite a lot... At the very least, that was an example of two things; 1) Even gen QC is not flawless, and 2) Some people just have unreasonably high expectations. I wonder what the person would have done if they'd received a Canal St POS... Probably would've been found twitching and rocking on the floor of their domicile, muttering to themselves about 'the hands'

Looks good to me, bro

No problem, amigo

Awesome photos and strap combo I said the same thing when I first joined, and, to tell the truth, felt the first 127 I owned was a bit to big, but now, I rarely wear anything else, and have come to think of it truly as 'my watch', rather than a 'daily beater'

Will clicking on that link give me nightmares?