Happy Veterans Day to my Dad, the Cold Warrior...

[The Fretking]

The first pic is from 1951, Korean War. My Dad is #5 from the left. He was the flight engineer.


This pic is 21 years later, in Viet Nam. Note the 1966 GMT Master on his left wrist that he purchased new for $167. I wear it proudly and fondly today.


The Cold Warrior, the GMT, and a Colt .38 Super.

[kosari11]

What a great story. I know how proud you must be of your dad. We are truly greatful for his service. And to have his watch is just icing on the cake. My Grandfather served in this same war. On this day and every day may we be reminded of the men and women who sacrifice their lives in order to protect ours.

[RC2]

Great story great watch. Thanks for your dads service.

[jatco]

Great story.. great pics of your Dad's service to his country..!

[Frosty]

Lest we forget the men and women who secure our freedom

[Wllnv19]

Awesome story, any pics of that watch today.

[Annan]

Originally Posted by Wllnv19

Awesome story, any pics of that watch today.

X2 Would love to see some pictures please. $167!!!! I had similar opportunities when I served but was too young and dumb (and broke from spending all my $$ on beer at the NCO club) to take advantage.

[floater156]

Can you add a wrist shot of the watch today?

[bridgs]

Love the story, the pics, and the watch. We appreciate your Dads service.

[slvrbulletv6]

What a great story behind the watch! If only the watch can talk, oh the stories it would tell. (I wish I can get a Rolex for $167 now lol!)

[moviefreak]

This stories are what makes watches priceless...

[jolimont]

fantastic pictures, with a fantastic s tory
shes a keeper

[superdog]

:c heers::che ers::cheer s:

[Art 1]

Thanks for sharing that.

[bycrom]

Awesome story, watch, and pictures!

[drockadam]

Amazing pictures! Thank you for your father's service!

Post a picture of his GMT please.

[The Fretking]

Originally Posted by Annan

X2 Would love to see some pictures please. $167!!!! I had similar opportunities when I served but was too young and dumb (and broke from spending all my $$ on beer at the NCO club) to take advantage.

Here it is today, fresh from the capable hands of Bob Ridley. He aged the service hands to match the patina of the original gloss dial and creamy lumes. I get a lot of compliments on this watch, and the story of it's history makes for great conversation. I asked my father about the GMT hand (whether it was originally the smaller version when he purchased the watch. He said no, it was always this size. It's a II.66).

[Hairdude1]

Thanks for sharing! Looks great on your wrist!

[J.jun]

Great story!!

[Annan]

Beautiful watch.......great story! Thanks for sharing.

[Vincent65]

Originally Posted by The Fretking

Here it is today, fresh from the capable hands of Bob Ridley. He aged the service hands to match the patina of the original gloss dial and creamy lumes. I get a lot of compliments on this watch, and the story of it's history makes for great conversation. I asked my father about the GMT hand (whether it was originally the smaller version when he purchased the watch. He said no, it was always this size. It's a II.66).

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Awesome watch and story and photos - thanks for sharing! Mine is also a 1966 gilt dial, and also has the original 24hr hand, which is the larger size too.

[HACKNSACK44]

Awesome story!

[crowncollection]

Great story

[Linzjnr]

Respect!

[Bangel]

Great history to your watch.

[janice&fred]

[sirjohnbrian]

That is one of the most expensive watches I have seen on this forum.