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12 February 2013, 12:12 PM | #1 |
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Hard to say goodbye
The time has finally arrived to send my 6536-1 to Mr. Ridley for the attention it so rightly deserves. It's just so darn hard to let it go, even if it is for just a couple of months. Anyway, if any of you have pictures of your 6536 to tide me over and show me the pot at the end of the rainbow I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks
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12 February 2013, 12:14 PM | #2 |
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What a gorgeous piece, no wonder it was hard to part with. The results will certainly be worth it!
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12 February 2013, 12:17 PM | #3 |
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She"ll come back from the hospital like new!!!!
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12 February 2013, 12:25 PM | #4 |
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Oh my god, that thing is gorgeous....
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12 February 2013, 12:55 PM | #5 |
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Oh wow, what a stunning timepiece!!!
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12 February 2013, 01:04 PM | #6 |
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Hopefully not too new, just ticking!
Thanks much, I can't wait to see it when it's all done. Thank you! Thank you! I am sure it will be worth it, but none-the-less it's tough. |
12 February 2013, 01:06 PM | #7 |
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I've got to send mine in too. It's a project watch that needs a new dial or a redial. Can't wait to see yours when it gets back. |
12 February 2013, 03:40 PM | #8 |
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Wow! Nice looking old Subs! Thanks for sharing the pics. I'm sure that Bob will treat them well and make them right!
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12 February 2013, 05:14 PM | #9 |
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very nice - why are you sending him a leather strap with it, though!?
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13 February 2013, 12:05 AM | #11 | |
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Thanks! I don't have a bracelet for it, a 7206 is next on my list. I got the leather strap which I really like from Jedly, and figured Bob could put a buckle and spring bars on while he had it. |
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13 February 2013, 12:07 AM | #12 |
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Can't wait to see the finished result
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13 February 2013, 12:08 AM | #13 |
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Love it
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13 February 2013, 12:09 AM | #14 |
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It's in the best of hands. I've shipped to and from Bob many times without incident.
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13 February 2013, 03:44 AM | #15 |
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Cool - looking forward to seeing it back again!
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13 February 2013, 04:28 AM | #16 |
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It will be worth the wait and should return to ready to wear.
Great piece :) |
13 February 2013, 09:40 AM | #17 |
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Thanks Dan, that's comforting to know. Although I won't be at ease until I hear that it's arrived safely tomorrow morning. You may also be happy to know that I just received a Maratec regimental strap for it. I can't wait to see what they look like together.
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13 February 2013, 09:43 AM | #18 |
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Thanks everyone, I knew that I would find sympathetic ears here. My wife thinks I'm a big baby. I will keep you all updated as I receive those really cool pictures that Bob sends along and of course the finished results.
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15 February 2013, 01:30 PM | #19 |
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Yay, she made it. I had a great conversation with Bob yesterday, he is clearly passionate about what he does. It is refreshing to work with a true craftsman who takes such pride in his work. I know she's in great hands. The only thing I'm nervous about is stabilizing the hands. Here are a few pix. Now comes the waiting....
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15 February 2013, 01:38 PM | #20 |
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He is a true professional. It will be aok
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15 February 2013, 03:45 PM | #21 |
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Nice
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15 February 2013, 05:02 PM | #22 |
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If I may ask.
What is Mr Ridley's remit? Is he purely to concentrate on just the movement or have you asked him to look at anything particular? Regards Tony
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16 February 2013, 03:32 AM | #23 |
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I asked him mostly to focus on the movement and seal integrity. I want to keep the watch as original as possible, consistent with maintaining it's history and value while getting it working and to preserve it for the next generation of my family.
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16 February 2013, 05:25 AM | #24 |
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You're going to be very happy with the results!
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16 February 2013, 10:26 AM | #25 |
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You will definatly be very satisfied with Bobs work.
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16 February 2013, 10:36 AM | #26 |
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Maybe not, here are before and after pix from a dial repair project Bob did a while ago. Its not perfect, but its still mostly original:
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16 February 2013, 11:21 AM | #27 |
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Very nice and look forward to the after shots! Cheers,
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17 February 2013, 03:40 AM | #28 |
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I know the feeling ... My Tudor Snowflake is in with Bob for some TLC as well :-(
I one it will come back in great shape and absence makes the heart grown fonder. Are you getting the hands stabilized too? |
17 February 2013, 04:21 AM | #29 |
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Fred, what was wrong with the snowflake? i have a flakey 7021 and am curious to know what bob could do with it. i like it as it, but i am still curious.
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