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j_f, Author at RK Watch Service https://rkwatchservice.com/author/j_f/ Watch Repair & Restoration Service Thu, 29 May 2025 06:20:26 +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 j_f, Author at RK Watch Service https://rkwatchservice.com/author/j_f/ 32 32 Looking for an interesting analog alarm clock https://rkwatchservice.com/looking-for-an-interesting-analog-alarm-clock/ Fri, 23 May 2025 00:06:49 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/looking-for-an-interesting-analog-alarm-clock.5627386/ 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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Crew, In an effort to spend less time on my phone, I'm looking for an alarm clock so that I can leave my phone in the other room.

I like watches, obviously, so it seems a shame to put some hunk of glowing cheap plastic on my nightstand. What should I be looking for? Brands? Search terms? Sources?

I'm drawn to older stuff like the Oris below, but I'm open to other options like the "flip" alarm clocks, etc.

Thanks in advance!

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Crew, In an effort to spend less time on my phone, I'm looking for an alarm clock so that I can leave my phone in the other room.

I like watches, obviously, so it seems a shame to put some hunk of glowing cheap plastic on my nightstand. What should I be looking for? Brands? Search terms? Sources?

I'm drawn to older stuff like the Oris below, but I'm open to other options like the "flip" alarm clocks, etc.

Thanks in advance!

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]]> Watch accessories storage? https://rkwatchservice.com/watch-accessories-storage/ Thu, 22 May 2025 22:28:23 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/watch-accessories-storage.5628171/ 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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As I've picked up a few watches lately (and you'll remember that I was the guy who was going to join WUS to research and purchase ONE watch...), I've noticed that I've also accumulated a bunch of other stuff.

The watches are stored in a self-limiting 5- watch box that enjoy using, but I don't have a good system for straps, tools, extra spring bars, etc.

Anybody got any suggestions? My watch box is made by Wolf, and I like it, but I feel like adding a similar jewelry- type box just for a...

Watch accessories storage?

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As I've picked up a few watches lately (and you'll remember that I was the guy who was going to join WUS to research and purchase ONE watch…), I've noticed that I've also accumulated a bunch of other stuff.

The watches are stored in a self-limiting 5- watch box that enjoy using, but I don't have a good system for straps, tools, extra spring bars, etc.

Anybody got any suggestions? My watch box is made by Wolf, and I like it, but I feel like adding a similar jewelry- type box just for a…

Watch accessories storage?

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]]> WTB: Watch Tool Kit https://rkwatchservice.com/wtb-watch-tool-kit/ Tue, 20 May 2025 14:49:25 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/wtb-watch-tool-kit.5627838/ 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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Looking for a decent watch tool kit, i.e. the Bergeon below or similar. If your DIY era has come to an end and your tools are gathering dust, let me know!

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Looking for a decent watch tool kit, i.e. the Bergeon below or similar. If your DIY era has come to an end and your tools are gathering dust, let me know!

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]]> Should I watch shop while in Europe this summer (affordables)? https://rkwatchservice.com/should-i-watch-shop-while-in-europe-this-summer-affordables/ Mon, 12 May 2025 23:29:18 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/should-i-watch-shop-while-in-europe-this-summer-affordables.5626871/ 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'll be in Europe this summer-- exact itinerary TBD-- and I'm wondering if I should shop around while I'm there. I won't be making any major purchases (well, I do want to check out the BB58 Bronze at the boutique in Barcelona, but I highly doubt I'll take the plunge), but I wouldn't mind putting eyeballs on some affordables that are on my list that I've never seen in the metal. Two that come to mind are the CWC G10 and the Seiko SKX013 (which I know is discontinued).

I'm not looking for the...

Should I watch shop while in Europe this summer (affordables)?

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I'll be in Europe this summer– exact itinerary TBD– and I'm wondering if I should shop around while I'm there. I won't be making any major purchases (well, I do want to check out the BB58 Bronze at the boutique in Barcelona, but I highly doubt I'll take the plunge), but I wouldn't mind putting eyeballs on some affordables that are on my list that I've never seen in the metal. Two that come to mind are the CWC G10 and the Seiko SKX013 (which I know is discontinued).

I'm not looking for the…

Should I watch shop while in Europe this summer (affordables)?

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]]> What to do with vintage ladies’ Benrus Ultradeep “Devil Diver”? https://rkwatchservice.com/what-to-do-with-vintage-ladies-benrus-ultradeep-devil-diver/ Mon, 12 May 2025 23:12:29 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/what-to-do-with-vintage-ladies-benrus-ultradeep-devil-diver.5626817/ 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 stumbled upon this Benrus Ultradeep and couldn't say no despite having no immediate use for it-- we've all been there.

It's in great shape aside from the obvious missing bezel; it's also in need of regulation as it runs fast.

It's tiny, approx 25mm. That's a 14mm Nato I jammed in there, but lugs are probably 13mm.

What do I do with it?

I'd like to track down a bezel, which will be tough. That said, it's not important to me...

What to do with vintage ladies' Benrus Ultradeep "Devil Diver"?

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I stumbled upon this Benrus Ultradeep and couldn't say no despite having no immediate use for it– we've all been there.

It's in great shape aside from the obvious missing bezel; it's also in need of regulation as it runs fast.

It's tiny, approx 25mm. That's a 14mm Nato I jammed in there, but lugs are probably 13mm.

What do I do with it?

I'd like to track down a bezel, which will be tough. That said, it's not important to me…

What to do with vintage ladies' Benrus Ultradeep "Devil Diver"?

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]]> The 2025 Black Bay Pro White Dial https://rkwatchservice.com/the-2025-black-bay-pro-white-dial/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:55:29 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/the-2025-black-bay-pro-white-dial.5621024/ 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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Me, very recently: I just want to be a one-watch guy. I'll buy a nice preowned BB36 as a GADA and be done with it.

Tudor: Hold my beer (Scotch?).

I don't know about you, but this thing scratches almost all of the itch I sometimes get for a Polar Explorer II. I shouldn't, but I might take a drive out to the burbs to...

The 2025 Black Bay Pro White Dial

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Me, very recently: I just want to be a one-watch guy. I'll buy a nice preowned BB36 as a GADA and be done with it.

Tudor: Hold my beer (Scotch?).

I don't know about you, but this thing scratches almost all of the itch I sometimes get for a Polar Explorer II. I shouldn't, but I might take a drive out to the burbs to…

The 2025 Black Bay Pro White Dial

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]]> Source for 19mm Rubber Natos? https://rkwatchservice.com/source-for-19mm-rubber-natos/ Fri, 28 Mar 2025 16:47:27 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/source-for-19mm-rubber-natos.5620400/ 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 got a line on some decent quality rubber Natos in 19mm?

Alternatively, anyone have any experience stuffing a 20mm version on 19mm lugs? Bad idea?

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Anybody got a line on some decent quality rubber Natos in 19mm?

Alternatively, anyone have any experience stuffing a 20mm version on 19mm lugs? Bad idea?

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]]> New Orleans area watch folks? https://rkwatchservice.com/new-orleans-area-watch-folks/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 15:16:31 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/new-orleans-area-watch-folks.5619943/ 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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Whelp, I guess I've got it bad, and my girlfriend is tired of hearing about watches. Anybody in NOLA interested in a meetup? I'm imagining a wander through some of the watch shops in the Quarter with plenty of stops for cocktails along the way. Gotta stay hydrated.

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]]> Should I work on my Seiko SNK809 myself or no? https://rkwatchservice.com/should-i-work-on-my-seiko-snk809-myself-or-no/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:59:38 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/should-i-work-on-my-seiko-snk809-myself-or-no.5619850/ 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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So I've got an old SNK809. I'll probably never get rid of it, as it was my entry into the world of automatics and I just kinda like it.

A while back, it took a header onto the locker room floor and got really rattle-y, even more rattle-y than is typical for a watch that normally sounds like a manual coffee grinder. Via the display back, I've determined that a loose rotor seems to be the problem.

I'm considering attempting the repair myself. I'm pretty handy after numerous home...

Should I work on my Seiko SNK809 myself or no?

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So I've got an old SNK809. I'll probably never get rid of it, as it was my entry into the world of automatics and I just kinda like it.

I'm considering attempting the repair myself. I'm pretty handy after numerous home…

Should I work on my Seiko SNK809 myself or no?

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]]> Real-World Experience: Solid Buckles vs. Spring Bar on NATO? https://rkwatchservice.com/real-world-experience-solid-buckles-vs-spring-bar-on-nato/ Fri, 21 Mar 2025 22:52:18 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/real-world-experience-solid-buckles-vs-spring-bar-on-nato.5619497/ 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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Apologies if this is beating a dead horse (err... shell cordovan strap...see what I did there?), but I'm way down the rabbit hole here on a simple buckle. I've seen a few related posts, but no "this happened to me" stories.

My questions are these:

Has anyone ever had any honest, real-world experience with a springbar failing on a NATO buckle resulting in loss?

Has anyone ever been injured/potentially injured a result of a strap/bracelet being caught on another object...

Real-World Experience: Solid Buckles vs. Spring Bar on NATO?

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Apologies if this is beating a dead horse (err… shell cordovan strap…see what I did there?), but I'm way down the rabbit hole here on a simple buckle. I've seen a few related posts, but no "this happened to me" stories.

My questions are these:

Has anyone ever had any honest, real-world experience with a springbar failing on a NATO buckle resulting in loss?

Has anyone ever been injured/potentially injured a result of a strap/bracelet being caught on another object…

Real-World Experience: Solid Buckles vs. Spring Bar on NATO?

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