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Nicholas
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ISO Lorier Neptune Compatible Oyster Bracelet (It's a good idea)

I love my Lorier Neptune BUT I'd really like to complete that vintage Submariner look with a proper Oyster bracelet. Does anyone know an existing brac...
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"Seiko Battle Scars" (Repair Or Wear With Pride?)

What to you folks think? I grabbed this very cool 1970's 6309 Turtle at a flea market that I love. I cleaned it up, and bought Uncle bracelet that rea...
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Aftermarket Oyster 18mm bracelets? (An Exciting And Potentially Tacky Idea)

Anybody know a quality (but affordable) aftermarket Oyster bracelet that would work with my 18mm Omega Seamaster? I know, I know, this is some kind of...
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Modern 34mm sports watch options?

Is anybody making a good 34mm sports watch?  Without going full Rolex OP ( which as we've discussed recently, I have issues with ) I'd like something...
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The Myth Of "The Modern Rolex"

Hi Watch People.      I read something today that threw me for a loop and made me reexamine how I view watch collecting. Crown and Caliber had a break...
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The Inevitable Question and The Luxury Of Value

So - I'm here again: Is "Luxury" worth it? I know, I know. We all confront this sooner or later, (or in my case, over and over) so let me be more spec...
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George Martin And The Small Chronograph

Hey Crunchers (and r/watches newcomers) I have been obsessed this week with the prospect of finding a SMALL CHRONOGRAPH. My introduction to chronograp...
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I want old things... but new.

Okay - here's the challenge (if you choose to accept it)  I love vintage watches, small, thin cases, simple dials, elegance... BUT I don't want that c...
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Seiko Turtle 6309 compatible movement?

Hi I have a 1979 6309-7049 that I love, but the movement is entering its last days and I was hoping there was a current (affordable) movement that is...
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John Mulaney Rolex Story

Anybody catch the (tragic) Rolex story in John Mulaney's new comedy special "Baby J" on Netflix? I won't spoil it here but if you like the horror movi...
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