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FSOT: Longines Hydroconquest GMT 41mm 2025

Longines Hydroconquest GMT 41mm, Black dial. Purchased new from Longines authorized dealer Topper in 9/25. I purchased it used from Topper a few months ago. Plenty of warranty left.
All boxes, papers and links. included. When I purchased it, Topper tol…

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What’s your go to strap for your Citizen diver?

I've been trying different strap combos with my Citizen Promaster, and so far I'm really digging this two piece forest c…

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Rolex Submariner 5513 (1989) · Last Production Year · Top-Tier Example · Creamy Patina

Up for sale is a 1989 Rolex Submariner ref. 5513 – the final production year of the iconic 4-digit no-date Submariner.

One of the last true vintage Submariners to feature a domed acrylic crystal before Rolex transitioned into the modern era.

Highligh…

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Vintage Omega Watch

This was my grandfathers watch. He died in 1962 so it most likely is from the 1950s. It hasn't been worn since. It is in excellent condition, it works perfectly and the auto winder works as well. It has the original strap which is somewhat worn an…

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FSOT: Rolex GMT-Master II “Batman” – 126710BLNR – Black – Stainless Steel / Black & Blue Ceramic Insert – 40mm – Mint

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Rolex GMT-Master II "Batman" 126710BLNR

Brand: RolexModel: GMT-Master IICase Size: 40mmCondition: Pre-OwnedGrade: MintBracelet Type: Jubilee w. EZ LinkMaterial: Stainless Steel / Black & Blue Ceramic InsertDial: BlackAge: Mo…

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Any news on @Alpha

Last Tuesday, @Duracuir1 posted that he hadn’t seen a post from @Alpha (Beagle lover, kilt wearer and the acknowledged champion of WRUW).

I sent a pm to him asking after him and mentioned that we had noticed that he hadn’t posted anything for a while,…

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Modding 1861 Speedmaster With 321 Service Dial

tl;dr I sourced a 321 Professional service dial on eBay. I found a local watchmaker and he installed it in my 1861 (Big Box) Speedmaster. I am extremely happy with the result.

After much research on this forum and other spots I determined I wanted to …

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A thought about Chuck Maddox

Hello Everyone

It's been 15 years since my friend Chuck Maddox passed away. I watched Iron Man (2008) last night. It was released in the USA May 2, 2008 . I remember seeing the first trailers like a year before and thinking that it was goin…

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Regulating Cal.565

I’m putting back together a Cal.565 and having some issues in the crown right position. Original mainspring and getting the following in DU and DD: +0 250 0.0

However with the balance above and below the pallet fork I get poor and very poor results.

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##WRUW Wednesday 10 June 2026?##

Going with a proper vintage 🇬🇧 MoD issued watch today… how about you?

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