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Keithc, darling, it's going to be okay. Very same thing happened to me, two months after I got my own DSN 112. It runs perfectly today, after I took it to my watchsmith. It's a relatively easy fix. I know you're upset and all, I was too! But check out a few very similar threads by hitting Search. Here is one by my now good friend, Inmotion: http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?s=&amp...st&p=363887 An extract: "When I opened the caseback and moved the swan neck side, it sprung to life momentarily (I followed other people's advice in that thread, but it didn't work). Ultimately, I took it to my local watchsmith and in less than 30 minutes, he was able to fix it. I paid U$50 but that included some other watches too. (I wouldn't hesitate to tell Davidsen about your situation, BTW)" The standing offer to PM me in case of ANY NEED, including just to chat to someone who had your problem, stands. Good luck!

Never heard of her, but that's awesome! How about French disco "queen", Patrick Hernandez?

Can you believe it, Brent? This was the replacement strap. The first strap arrived with other, less stinkier, issues. Like the backing was coming off, and looked as if it were chewed by a dog...I didn't phrase it this way when complaining about it, obviously. I bought one more strap from them, for my Radiomir, but that's it. Each was tougher than the other. I'm happy Rolli, Slai and others like SC, but I am not plumping down one more cent for theirs. The guy who helped me couldn't have been more apologetic. In hindsight, I wonder if he wasn't making fun of me by sending me the strap, but I doubt it. That's just my disappointment talkin', perhaps. TeeJay, I would've sent you on this strap LIKE THAT, if not for the smell. It's just up your alley -- brown, and thick. Comes with the case, but not the card.

Have you ever been to those handbag forums? Okay, stupid question to a man. But seriously, I hate places where women congregate and talk "shop". Funny they may be, but also inane -- like being stuck in a beauty salon for eternity. Magagne, I am a born collector. I don't do anything by halves, and never will. I also have DOZENS of perfumes, yes maybe one hundred. I was hoping my strap collection, which I post on the Wristchecks, and my over 100 rep watches by now would have given the forum an inkling about this, but sometimes, I guess not. Having said that, we all have our manias. Home theatres, BMWs, sound systems. You guys are NUTS.

That AP was made for you, Demon. Look at those fish-scales hugging your wrists sensuously.

Ahem, I'm not a fool, Tootall, I know. I know a lot of the things said here were said with a kind heart, or just to take the mickey. I'm grateful for the first, and disregard the others with a wink and a nod. Having said that, you have ALWAYS helped me in these strap threads. Thank you so much! That's sound advice. There is NO way to mask this with perfumes -- it's a nauseating smell, which permeated my leather watch case, and other straps. I put it there for a day, and realised my deep mistake the next. It's like some agent was put on the strap in the leathermaking process, and the Strap Culture people sent it to me thinking I wouldn't notice --or-- to simply offload stock. We see this time and time again from our Far East Asian collectors, with watches. It must be a cultural quirk to think the customer can be had this way, so blatantly. There can be no other reason.

Look how the bezel juts out at the sides, in black "ceramic" on gold overlay. The hour hand is as white and prominent, just like my HBB. It's uncanny. Is there an AP which looks like this? He? I thought you were making a pun about a female colleague. NICE. +1 for the WIS in the shirt with green hoops (as I imagine you are today).

Of the smell? Does RWG-Smell-O-Post.cc exist? Just kidding, Sss! Thank you, I will take a photo of the offensive article so you can get a visual. The strap itself smells closest to turpentine. This sounds very intricate, and not a little dangerous, :sss:! I think I'll stick to the rubbing alcohol and then using your suggestion, of baking it in the sun. At least I hope that's what you suggested. Thank you!

Actually, you're right. She doesn't look like she has the "spidery" fingers and limbs characteristics of Morfan's. She looks like a dwarf blown up to huge proportions...bless her either way.

Laz, I'm so sorry. May your luck and happiness improve immediately. There are thieves even in Ikea, ugh. Ah well. This is closing the barn door when the horses have all fled, but a tip -- keep your most precious IDs and CCs in your socks. I know it may look dorky, but that's the safest way. Please do not get what Americans call (with amazingly funny implications in the UK), a fa.nny pack. Good luck!

They're called Ladettes in Britain. They act like men, swear, drink to excess, go around picking fights, yell at the top of their voices. (Wait, no. Let me rephrase that. They act like CERTAIN men. Men in my family don't act like that) It's a big problem in the UK. And prison only exacerbates those tendencies, not solves them. Tina looks sweet. I don't think she could hurt a fly, actually. Nice hat too.

I don't want to give the impression I'm a shoe girl. I have oh maybe 10-12 pairs, including 2 sets of trainers. I have hundreds of handbags though. Seriously. But SD4000, don't you want to pamper your girlfriend? My boyfriend does with me! Humph. General Question for Bergies: DO they have rep shoes of Manolos etc? They must not fit as nicely, but there's a fortune to be made if there are. UPDATE: Okay, I did a search. NOT what I had in mind.

OMG! No way. The Colibri sold for only USD7000 to benefit the Alzheimer's Foundation Had I known, I would've cashed in a bond and bought it... P4GTR, this is AWESOME. Plus we might get some tips for Fitmic's Watches in Movies thread.

Heh, Scoobs. I'm not a Manolo gal. I love me some Jimmy Choos! @Corgi: Is this is the best box & rep watch shot EVER or what?

MONDAY Sex and the City with DSN 113 and Savage Albion strap...? TUESDAY ...or Silix TT Datejust and Live Free or Die Hard? I'll dim the lights, and you get the popcorn.

I've never had to get a refund from David, but COINCIDENTALLY, I was at the Cheque Cashing place just Saturday where I send those Moneygrammes. I just happened to ask what happens in this situation. The lady behind the window said that you call a 1-800 WU number, and speak to them about the refund. They then emit a cheque under the name you sent it under. Since I didn't have an pending issue, I didn't explore the topic further. Sorry, Chad. Yes, it sucks very much when these things happen. He's always worked with me -- getting me a new watch. But why they can't do that the first time, I'll never know.

Sure. First, make sure Western Union can refund you the money -- the agency from where you sent the moneygramme is not where you will be getting the money. You have to present ID, etc. IIRC. I'm sorry, Chad. This sucks for you. Good news is I don't think you have to worry about Davidsen cheating you. Just make sure you send it back registered airmail (it was $20.25 for me in Florida).

Unlike Javier Bardem, she didn't dedicate her win to her country -- France. And she was VERY nervous. But she ended with the most beautiful line of the night: "This is really a city full of angels" @Ken: Yes, Ken. She won for Best Actress. It's the only spoiler I'll risk, since in an international forum, some people will have recorded it.

That's QUINCY FREAKING JONES! Actually you know what -- I think he was wearing a fake. That's not an HBB in RG, but the one I have in YG! I mean Quincy Jones owns Motown, and is an absolute legend. WTF, he buys from Abay??

Answer here. @Storm: Not me! Anyway, I like Pizza Hut.

David Niven did indeed play the role of "Sir James Bond" in the earlier (funner) Casino Royale. David Niven -- one of the best blokes to walk this earth. Scottish elegance personified.

Toad, guys, did you catch that guy just behind Frances McDormand, in I swear a shot that lasted 1 second, wearing a Big Bang in RG?? Made an impossibly boring Oscars ceremony, a little less boring... (Screenshot coming) I like her.

I'm doing this right now during the Oscars. On the phone with my boyfriend as we each watch in our countries, I keep mentioning: "He's wearing a Breitling!" (Travolta) "That was a Datejust" (some guy leaning over to congratulate the people from "Once", the Irish film) "RADO! WTF" I am very lucky, Anton. Unlike your wife, it doesn't drive my bf crazy. Bless him.

I think Marion Cotillard disagrees tonight.

If I go up in flames, it'll be your faults! Tootall, V, Madasboot, guys -- thanks for all your help. Yes, I've tried rolling it up and burying it with baking soda, the lot. Nothing works so far. Let's see what I can do, and will report back.