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13 November 2012, 02:27 AM | #1 |
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Happy Veterans Day to my Dad, the Cold Warrior...
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.
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13 November 2012, 03:33 AM | #2 |
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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.
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13 November 2012, 03:40 AM | #3 |
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Great story great watch. Thanks for your dads service.
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13 November 2012, 03:59 AM | #4 |
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Great story.. great pics of your Dad's service to his country..!
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13 November 2012, 04:36 AM | #5 |
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Lest we forget the men and women who secure our freedom
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13 November 2012, 04:41 AM | #6 |
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Awesome story, any pics of that watch today.
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13 November 2012, 04:47 AM | #7 |
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13 November 2012, 05:31 AM | #8 |
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Can you add a wrist shot of the watch today?
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13 November 2012, 05:59 AM | #9 |
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Love the story, the pics, and the watch. We appreciate your Dads service.
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13 November 2012, 06:49 AM | #10 |
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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!)
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13 November 2012, 07:22 AM | #11 |
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This stories are what makes watches priceless...
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13 November 2012, 07:23 AM | #12 |
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fantastic pictures, with a fantastic s tory
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13 November 2012, 07:39 AM | #13 |
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:c heers::che ers::cheer s:
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13 November 2012, 07:45 AM | #14 |
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Thanks for sharing that.
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13 November 2012, 07:58 AM | #15 |
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Awesome story, watch, and pictures!
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13 November 2012, 08:07 AM | #16 |
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Amazing pictures! Thank you for your father's service!
Post a picture of his GMT please.
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13 November 2012, 10:02 AM | #17 | |
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13 November 2012, 10:04 AM | #18 |
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Thanks for sharing! Looks great on your wrist!
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14 November 2012, 12:20 AM | #19 |
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Great story!!
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14 November 2012, 12:46 AM | #20 |
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Beautiful watch.......great story! Thanks for sharing.
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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. |
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14 November 2012, 03:44 PM | #22 |
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Awesome story!
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14 November 2012, 05:01 PM | #23 |
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Great story
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Respect!
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14 November 2012, 08:03 PM | #25 |
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Great history to your watch.
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14 November 2012, 09:18 PM | #27 |
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That is one of the most expensive watches I have seen on this forum.
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