62caster, Author at RK Watch Service https://rkwatchservice.com/author/62caster/ Watch Repair & Restoration Service Thu, 31 Jul 2025 09:12:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://rkwatchservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cropped-RK-Watch-Service-Logo-Chicago-Watch-Repair-Web-32x32.png 62caster, Author at RK Watch Service https://rkwatchservice.com/author/62caster/ 32 32 Pelagos lume issues overblown? https://rkwatchservice.com/pelagos-lume-issues-overblown/ Mon, 09 Jun 2025 09:21:38 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/pelagos-lume-issues-overblown.5573429/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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Just curious if you think the lume falling out issue is internet noise or a legitimate issue. I’ve got a buddy who is seriously considering a used Pelagos, but is held up on this issue.

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Just curious if you think the lume falling out issue is internet noise or a legitimate issue. I’ve got a buddy who is seriously considering a used Pelagos, but is held up on this issue.

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Sub $1500 heirloom worthy tool watch https://rkwatchservice.com/sub-1500-heirloom-worthy-tool-watch/ Fri, 30 May 2025 23:49:23 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/sub-1500-heirloom-worthy-tool-watch.5629160/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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I’ve been wanting to get a watch lately that seems a little less “disposable” than some of the entry level Japanese watches I have. I’d love something robust enough to wear just about anywhere, and something a bit higher quality/higher end to make it s...

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I’ve been wanting to get a watch lately that seems a little less “disposable” than some of the entry level Japanese watches I have. I’d love something robust enough to wear just about anywhere, and something a bit higher quality/higher end to make it special.

Let me be clear, I know my kids #1 may not care about watches and #2 if they do, wouldn’t necessarily care about monetary value of a watch. However, we can all agree that “dad’s Rolex” beats “dad’s eco-drive”.

What would fit the bill…

Sub $1500 heirloom worthy tool watch

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U1 Market Prices https://rkwatchservice.com/u1-market-prices/ Wed, 28 May 2025 18:35:20 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/u1-market-prices.5628732/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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Anybody know the going rate for a u1 these days? Market prices are all over the place with bracelets, rubber straps, etc. I've seen sub 1k to 2k all sell. Is it based on age over anything else?

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Anybody know the going rate for a u1 these days? Market prices are all over the place with bracelets, rubber straps, etc. I've seen sub 1k to 2k all sell. Is it based on age over anything else?

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Big chunky diver for summer? https://rkwatchservice.com/big-chunky-diver-for-summer/ Sun, 25 May 2025 14:01:35 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/big-chunky-diver-for-summer.5628456/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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Let me see your chonks!

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Let me see your chonks!

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What should be my first Damasko? https://rkwatchservice.com/what-should-be-my-first-damasko/ Sat, 17 May 2025 02:40:12 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/what-should-be-my-first-damasko.5627456/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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I’m at the point in my watch journey that I want something technically capable and completely sourced from one place. Damasko seems to check all the boxes. Which would be a good first to go for?

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I’m at the point in my watch journey that I want something technically capable and completely sourced from one place. Damasko seems to check all the boxes. Which would be a good first to go for?

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How can this be fixed? https://rkwatchservice.com/how-can-this-be-fixed/ Thu, 08 May 2025 18:23:19 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/how-can-this-be-fixed.5626295/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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Any idea on how to best fix this bezel that wasn’t turning?

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Any idea on how to best fix this bezel that wasn’t turning?

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Why didn’t Marathon make the OSAR thinner? https://rkwatchservice.com/why-didnt-marathon-make-the-osar-thinner/ Wed, 07 May 2025 21:55:23 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/why-didn%E2%80%99t-marathon-make-the-osar-thinner.5626127/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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A lot of folks (myself included) dislike the depth of the dial on the marathon SAR models. I understand this is because of the tritium tubes.

So when the OSAR was announced I was surprised it was still 14mm thick like the GSAR. Even without tubes. Wh...

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A lot of folks (myself included) dislike the depth of the dial on the marathon SAR models. I understand this is because of the tritium tubes.

So when the OSAR was announced I was surprised it was still 14mm thick like the GSAR. Even without tubes. Why wouldn’t they make it thinner?

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Avenger Blackbird too military? https://rkwatchservice.com/avenger-blackbird-too-military/ Sun, 04 May 2025 20:15:15 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/avenger-blackbird-too-military.5625710/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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Is the blackbird trying too hard or is it ok in your opinion? Would love to get one but I don’t want it to feel like I’m walking around wearing camo battle dress or something.

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Is the blackbird trying too hard or is it ok in your opinion? Would love to get one but I don’t want it to feel like I’m walking around wearing camo battle dress or something.

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Citizen Promaster Fugu Diver w/ Jubilee https://rkwatchservice.com/citizen-promaster-fugu-diver-w-jubilee/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:38:51 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/citizen-promaster-fugu-diver-w-jubilee.5624154/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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Great watch! It was worn in a daily rotation for a few years. It has the non-hacking hand winding movement. Comes on a jubilee from Long Island watch. There is a small mark on the bezel around the 30 mark and probably some other hairlines I can’t pick ...

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Great watch! It was worn in a daily rotation for a few years. It has the non-hacking hand winding movement. Comes on a jubilee from Long Island watch. There is a small mark on the bezel around the 30 mark and probably some other hairlines I can’t pick up in pictures.

$160 shipped. Thanks!

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Where to go from here? Conflicted https://rkwatchservice.com/where-to-go-from-here-conflicted/ Mon, 28 Apr 2025 03:07:35 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/where-to-go-from-here-conflicted.5624762/ Watch Repair & Restoration Services in Northbrook & North Chicago Suburbs. Contact us for a free estimate at 224-213-7371. Learn more from our news blog.
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Sort of at a weird part of my collecting journey. I have traditionally bought and sold affordables. SKX’s, Citizens, etc. The typical models.

I wanted to step it up a bit and get something that felt more premium and that I may subsequently keep around...

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Sort of at a weird part of my collecting journey. I have traditionally bought and sold affordables. SKX’s, Citizens, etc. The typical models.

I wanted to step it up a bit and get something that felt more premium and that I may subsequently keep around longer than 6 months.

I bought a second hand Tudor FXD and it’s honestly incredible, except for that little nagging thing called responsibility. I have young kids and as a guy in my mid 30’s, with the kind of career I have, I can’t justify…

Where to go from here? Conflicted

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