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Old 14 May 2022, 09:41 AM   #1
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Got the call last month, picked it up today. 126600 SD43 Content

As the title says, I got the call last month after being on the wait list for exactly 365 days. Last April I got on the wait list for a SD43. I fell in love with the new 'single red' design when I saw it back in 2017 as I really like the modern designs that have vintage inspired touches. I also decided to have the case back engraved as I was selected for a major promotion at work last fall. I know engraving is somewhat controversial but I don't ever plan on parting with this watch (and the promotion is my justification for the present to myself and I wanted to commemorate that, haha). I love the way the SD43 sits even though my wrist is on the small side at 6.5", although it's more like 7" between the wrist bone and my hand (where I typically wear my watch). The weight and size isn't bothersome at all and doesn't feel significantly different from my Explorer II that I have worn daily for years. Thanks for looking!
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Old 14 May 2022, 09:44 AM   #2
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Wear it in good health . It’s one of my favorite pieces and I hope it will be yours .
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Old 14 May 2022, 09:46 AM   #3
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Congrats! That’s an awesome piece. And congrats on your promotion.

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Old 14 May 2022, 10:07 AM   #4
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Very tasteful and well done engraving.
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Old 14 May 2022, 10:48 AM   #5
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Congratulations. Engraving looks great. Since you have an Explorer and the SD43, does the SD43 wear smaller?
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Old 14 May 2022, 10:50 AM   #6
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Old 14 May 2022, 10:51 AM   #7
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Congratulations, on the promotion and the SD43 … great reference
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Old 14 May 2022, 10:54 AM   #8
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I also decided to have the case back engraved as I was selected for a major promotion at work last fall. I know engraving is somewhat controversial but I don't ever plan on parting with this watch (and the promotion is my justification for the present to myself and I wanted to commemorate that, haha).
In your specific case, I think the engraving actually makes it more desirable. Good job!

I just looked at mine and my case back apparently is all scratched up =( I don't even know how that happened haha
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Old 14 May 2022, 10:57 AM   #9
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Congrats!! Enquired on a SD43 myself recently and needless to say the outcome wasn’t so great lol

Glad you got yours. Happy for you
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Old 14 May 2022, 10:59 AM   #10
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Congrats!! Enquired on a SD43 myself recently and needless to say the outcome wasn’t so great lol

Glad you got yours. Happy for you
I’m sure they’ll be calling you eventually.
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Old 14 May 2022, 11:08 AM   #11
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Big congrats on the single red !
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Old 14 May 2022, 11:58 AM   #12
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Looks great! Congrats Chief!
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Old 14 May 2022, 12:00 PM   #13
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Congrats! The engraving looks great!
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Old 14 May 2022, 12:12 PM   #14
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Single red... love it!
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Old 14 May 2022, 03:10 PM   #15
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Congratulations on the promotion and the great watch!

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Old 14 May 2022, 03:51 PM   #16
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Old 14 May 2022, 03:51 PM   #17
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Excellent pick up and thank you for your service!! The watch and the promotion are well deserved I’m sure!
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Old 14 May 2022, 04:08 PM   #18
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congratulation for the watch and the promotion!
It looks great on your wrist!
I have the same watch and my wrist is a little smaller than your
(but it looks good and is very comfortable)

great engraving!
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Old 14 May 2022, 04:08 PM   #19
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Great reference !
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Old 14 May 2022, 04:15 PM   #20
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Thank you for your service. SPECTACULAR watch!!
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Old 14 May 2022, 07:30 PM   #21
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Congrats!! Enquired on a SD43 myself recently and needless to say the outcome wasn’t so great lol

Glad you got yours. Happy for you
Really ? Surprised by this! (That you are making the move for the sd43) never knew it was on your radar! My most worn watch as you know :)

Congrats op I’ve had mine two years and it basically ruined my collection I rarely wear anything else
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Old 14 May 2022, 10:45 PM   #22
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Congrats! Love the engraving and thank you for your service.


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Old 14 May 2022, 10:52 PM   #23
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Congrats and I love the engraving! I live pretty close to the Naval Academy

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Old 15 May 2022, 12:01 AM   #24
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As the title says, I got the call last month after being on the wait list for exactly 365 days. Last April I got on the wait list for a SD43. I fell in love with the new 'single red' design when I saw it back in 2017 as I really like the modern designs that have vintage inspired touches. I also decided to have the case back engraved as I was selected for a major promotion at work last fall. I know engraving is somewhat controversial but I don't ever plan on parting with this watch (and the promotion is my justification for the present to myself and I wanted to commemorate that, haha). I love the way the SD43 sits even though my wrist is on the small side at 6.5", although it's more like 7" between the wrist bone and my hand (where I typically wear my watch). The weight and size isn't bothersome at all and doesn't feel significantly different from my Explorer II that I have worn daily for years. Thanks for looking!
Congrats. I'm still waiting...17 months. You're a lucky man.
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Old 15 May 2022, 12:06 AM   #25
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I'm also waiting on my AD. 18 months and counting.

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Old 15 May 2022, 12:06 AM   #26
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I'm also waiting on my AD. 18 months and counting. Great watch

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Old 15 May 2022, 12:18 AM   #27
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Awesome pick up! Thanks for your service as well
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Old 15 May 2022, 12:34 AM   #28
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Old 15 May 2022, 12:43 AM   #29
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Old 15 May 2022, 12:45 AM   #30
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Congratulations and love the engraving. Well done!
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