kernow

Maybe worth sending a PM to @Legend to see if he can help. 

As you know there are a couple of us as active moderators. We all have lives outside of our hobby too. Admin has been informed and we'll see what happens. 

Guys, there have been an incident or two of ‘new’ members appearing and trying to sell via back door DM’s. Some of these are banned members or scammers. If you are contacted in this way please let a moderator know. We are here to help you and keep this place as safe as possible. There is no reason for trading this way at all! Everyone can sell or trade here so let’s keep it out in the open and safe for all. 

Good to have you back. There are still many old names here. 

And fully wet!

21 hours ago, oldtools said:

Beautiful. It's now my new favorite watch too! I'll have to keep an eye out for that dial.

 

You might try Uncle Seiko 1171 bracelet. It has pressed steel end links instead of solid end links.  You might be able to bend them to fit.

https://unclestraps.com/products/us1171-omega-speedmaster-bracelet-19mm-and-20mm?variant=37783234576572

I hadn’t thought of that, thank you. I’m happy with it on leather at the moment. I could recase it using another mid-case. I have a later ceramic version which, by all accounts, will fit. 

4 hours ago, oldtools said:

 

Nice! What is the reference number? I like the coin edge bezel. What is the diameter?

It started out as a Bond era Seamaster.  It’s actually a Closed Factory 40th Anniversary Bond Seamaster: 2537.80  (still has the caseback). I had Micky @SSTEEL swap the dial and hands. The dial  is a gen 2230.50 that I had lying around. It was relumed in a white super luminova (originally it has a green hue). The handset was also relumed to match the dial, spare sword hands from a 2254.50 with a 45m Planet Ocean second hand cut down. The crystal is a Prof Steve 2xAR and the bezel is an early 42mm Planet Ocean. Running an ETA movement. It’s my favourite watch  bar none. Micky assembled it years ago and it’s been flawless ever since. The only issue I have is the lug holes in the case. They are not in the right place and none of my bracelets fit correctly. 

Finally back on the wrist after a forced sabbatical. 

Welcome aboard

Very nice collection. I especially like the Datejust. This proves that I have too many watches! 

More traffic is what’s needed. The fun will come. To gain some attention I’ll post some photos of bobbies. 
 

Most of them and is is the best one for people and knowledge. 

Beater Omega Seamaster GMT

Today’s nice black Seamaster Chronograph. Maybe up for sale soon. 

11 hours ago, Lukenorris11 said:

Hello to all, I hope everyone of you are doing OK and have happiness.

 

I was here previously on a near identical name from early 2000's. When I first stumbled upon the forum, I was immediately hooked. I was super young then too, maybe 14, 15. I've spent hundreds and hundreds  of hours reading when the forum was popping over the years.. I grew up I suppose and life took over. Once settled with a family many years later, couldn't get into my old account, made a new one with a similar name and lurked/tried to get back into the hobby, RWG had changed by this time. Recently a established member, who will read this, took me for £300, pos is still here, Infact he's posted on this thread. I reached out to the mods who never ended up perusing him.  Immediately, I reverted back to a immature mentality and had intrusive thoughts of getting the guy back so that was my cue to call it a day.  I've got my grail piece now. I wish everyone of you the absolute best. 

 

I hope the new owner can clean the trash out and revive the place. 

 

Best. 

Luca 

Actually, that’s not completely true. An investigation was carried out and both parties contacted for their version. Sorry you feel that it didn’t go in your favour. When members put lots of time and effort into helping others it doesn’t always lead to a success conclusion. Let’s not air our dirty laundry on this thread eh? 

I’ve had to check the date three times and I’m sure it’s December not April. It must be for the new LGBTQ+ Bond that will appear next. 

Yes, Adrian would be a good bet. Let me see if I can find his details. 

Or Rolie, would be a good bet too. PM me I have his no. 

Yes it it. He’s now gone. Thank you. 

2 hours ago, kasigi said:

 except with issues!

1 minute ago, kernow said:

We all have issues. It’s a badge of honour in the Knitting circle. 

As with all these watches, it’s a case of “because I can”.