Wasty, Author at RK Watch Service https://rkwatchservice.com/author/wasty/ Watch Repair & Restoration Service Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:17:05 +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 Wasty, Author at RK Watch Service https://rkwatchservice.com/author/wasty/ 32 32 GW-5000U-1 discontinued? https://rkwatchservice.com/gw-5000u-1-discontinued/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:01:48 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/gw-5000u-1-discontinued.5646246/ 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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According to G-Central, there are signs that the GW-5000U-1 may be discontinued.

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According to G-Central, there are signs that the GW-5000U-1 may be discontinued.

Well, if they are replaced with a newer model that include Bluetooth, and if you're like me and don’t want a BT Square, you may just snatch one before they go….

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New Orient models in Brazil – 41mm Field watches https://rkwatchservice.com/new-orient-models-in-brazil-41mm-field-watches/ Mon, 23 Jun 2025 19:51:01 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/new-orient-models-in-brazil-41mm-field-watches.5632199/ 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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Orient have released some "Sport Land" models that I stumbled upon yesterday:

A very classic field wat...

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Orient have released some "Sport Land" models that I stumbled upon yesterday:

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A very classic field watch dial with quite substantial hands.
100m water resistant
41h power reserve with their own YN6 movement.

Sizewise it looks like:

Width: 41mm
height: 11.5mm
l2l: 47.6mm
Sapphire crystal

The interesting grained dial structure is also very nice.

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As I am partial to all black watches the…

New Orient models in Brazil – 41mm Field watches

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Casio PRW-35LD – Evolution done right https://rkwatchservice.com/casio-prw-35ld-evolution-done-right/ Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:04:03 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/casio-prw-35ld-evolution-done-right.5629891/ 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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Hi Everyone,

since the PRW35-LD was mentioned here I was quite excited.
It's a digital Pro Trek and comes with the typical ABC sensors, as well as tough solar and MB6.

However, it also has an distinguishing feature: It's lumed. A factory lumed digital watch, - no modding needed, lume+backlight.

I took this picture yesterday evening after loading the lume for 30sec with a bright flashlight.

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The lume was dimming pretty instantly, but...

Casio PRW-35LD - Evolution done right

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Hi Everyone,

since the PRW35-LD was mentioned here I was quite excited.
It's a digital Pro Trek and comes with the typical ABC sensors, as well as tough solar and MB6.

However, it also has an distinguishing feature: It's lumed. A factory lumed digital watch, – no modding needed, lume+backlight.

I took this picture yesterday evening after loading the lume for 30sec with a bright flashlight.

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The lume was dimming pretty instantly, but…

Casio PRW-35LD – Evolution done right

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Looking for a BN0157 bracelet https://rkwatchservice.com/looking-for-a-bn0157-bracelet/ Thu, 20 Mar 2025 09:57:45 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/looking-for-a-bn0157-bracelet.5619254/ 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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Hi Everyone,

I truly enjoy my BN0157 and normally rock it on it's green silicone strap or a canvas strap. But in order to change things up a bit, I'd like to get a steel bracelet for it.
Is anyone aware of one that fits and also has the right gunmetal shade of black?

If not, does anyone know if the bracelet from the other 44mm promaster automatics (NY0145-86EE) would fit?

I checked WUS and found some old thread but the info was inconclusive...

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Hi Everyone,

I truly enjoy my BN0157 and normally rock it on it's green silicone strap or a canvas strap. But in order to change things up a bit, I'd like to get a steel bracelet for it.
Is anyone aware of one that fits and also has the right gunmetal shade of black?

If not, does anyone know if the bracelet from the other 44mm promaster automatics (NY0145-86EE) would fit?

I checked WUS and found some old thread but the info was inconclusive…

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Your fantasy watch – Not available – What would be your “mix and match” grail https://rkwatchservice.com/your-fantasy-watch-not-available-what-would-be-your-mix-and-match-grail/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:15:49 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/your-fantasy-watch-not-available-what-would-be-your-mix-and-match-grail.5613747/ 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 know exactly what I would (at this moment) consider my dream watch/grail/favourite/GADA/one and done watch:

Design: 100% Sinn 857S (That's just about my favourite watch design)
Size: 40mm x 10mm
Material: Titanium, hardened and DLC black (Case, Bezel & Bracelet)
Movement: Casio Tough MVT (Solar powered & MB6 & self aligning hands & shock resistant)
Additional Features: Seiko like lume + recessed sapphire with color free ar coating

However, the chances of something like that...

Your fantasy watch - Not available - What would be your "mix and match" grail

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I know exactly what I would (at this moment) consider my dream watch/grail/favourite/GADA/one and done watch:

Design: 100% Sinn 857S (That's just about my favourite watch design)
Size: 40mm x 10mm
Material: Titanium, hardened and DLC black (Case, Bezel & Bracelet)
Movement: Casio Tough MVT (Solar powered & MB6 & self aligning hands & shock resistant)
Additional Features: Seiko like lume + recessed sapphire with color free ar coating

However, the chances of something like that…

Your fantasy watch – Not available – What would be your "mix and match" grail

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Digital / Chrono RZE coming? https://rkwatchservice.com/digital-chrono-rze-coming/ Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:54:55 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/digital-chrono-rze-coming.5608743/ 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 got the RZE Newsletter today and they seem to work on something completely new... Looks a bit like a G-Shock

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Here's an excerpt from the text:

"Combining the unparalleled level of comfort and reliability you've come to expect from RZE with an advanced multi-function module, we're inviting you join us"

I am intrigued, as I enjoy my endeavour quite a bit. :)...​

Digital / Chrono RZE coming?

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I got the RZE Newsletter today and they seem to work on something completely new… Looks a bit like a G-Shock

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Here's an excerpt from the text:

"Combining the unparalleled level of comfort and reliability you've come to expect from RZE with an advanced multi-function module, we're inviting you join us"

I am intrigued, as I enjoy my endeavour quite a bit. :)…​

Digital / Chrono RZE coming?

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Hello Garmin Instinct 2S Solar – 6 months without a normal watch… https://rkwatchservice.com/hello-garmin-instinct-2s-solar-6-months-without-a-normal-watch/ Fri, 31 Jan 2025 04:35:02 +0000 https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/hello-garmin-instinct-2s-solar-6-months-without-a-normal-watch.5589633/ 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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My wife and me signed up for a six month personal training course.

This course works not only in person, but also with an app that tracks our activities, and the Garmin is listed as a compatible device...
As we have commited ourselves to the training and are both happy and eager to get back in shape, we both ordered the Garmin Instict 2S Solar and will wear this watch 24/7*.

We read a lot about this watch and it seems quite good. It's nice that the 2S is only 40mm and has a solar charging...

Hello Garmin Instinct 2S Solar - 6 months without a normal watch...

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My wife and me signed up for a six month personal training course.

This course works not only in person, but also with an app that tracks our activities, and the Garmin is listed as a compatible device…
As we have commited ourselves to the training and are both happy and eager to get back in shape, we both ordered the Garmin Instict 2S Solar and will wear this watch 24/7*.

We read a lot about this watch and it seems quite good. It's nice that the 2S is only 40mm and has a solar charging…

Hello Garmin Instinct 2S Solar – 6 months without a normal watch…

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