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enginerd · 8 December 2017, 08:21 AM

Made a purchase last Sunday, it got packaged up on Monday and went out on Tuesday. Tracking shows it arriving tomorrow.

Oh well, a teaser nonetheless...

southtexas · 8 December 2017, 03:40 PM

1807?

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crowncollection · 8 December 2017, 05:27 PM

Looks nice

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SubKing · 8 December 2017, 11:56 PM

gotta love those old bark bracelets.. brings back memories.

sfc rick · 9 December 2017, 12:02 AM

Very nice!

enginerd · 12 December 2017, 02:59 AM

This is getting interesting...keep in mind the destination is Colorado.

December 11, 2017, 2:45 am
Arrived at USPS Facility
NEW YORK, NY 10199
The package is delayed and will not be delivered by the expected delivery date. An updated delivery date will be provided when available. Your item arrived at our USPS facility in NEW YORK, NY 10199 on December 11, 2017 at 2:45 am. The item is currently in transit to the destination.

December 7, 2017, 5:22 am
Arrived at USPS Facility
CAROL STREAM, IL 60199

December 5, 2017, 10:08 pm
Departed USPS Facility
MELVILLE, NY 11747

December 5, 2017, 9:49 pm
Arrived at USPS Facility
MELVILLE, NY 11747

December 5, 2017, 5:04 pm
Departed Post Office
ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509

December 5, 2017, 4:49 pm
USPS in possession of item
ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509

Kingface66 · 12 December 2017, 03:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enginerd

This is getting interesting...keep in mind the destination is Colorado.

December 11, 2017, 2:45 am
Arrived at USPS Facility
NEW YORK, NY 10199
The package is delayed and will not be delivered by the expected delivery date. An updated delivery date will be provided when available. Your item arrived at our USPS facility in NEW YORK, NY 10199 on December 11, 2017 at 2:45 am. The item is currently in transit to the destination.

December 7, 2017, 5:22 am
Arrived at USPS Facility
CAROL STREAM, IL 60199

December 5, 2017, 10:08 pm
Departed USPS Facility
MELVILLE, NY 11747

December 5, 2017, 9:49 pm
Arrived at USPS Facility
MELVILLE, NY 11747

December 5, 2017, 5:04 pm
Departed Post Office
ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509

December 5, 2017, 4:49 pm
USPS in possession of item
ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509

What the WHAT?? What is the seller saying??

Chunky · 12 December 2017, 05:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enginerd

This is getting interesting...keep in mind the destination is Colorado.

December 11, 2017, 2:45 am
Arrived at USPS Facility
NEW YORK, NY 10199
The package is delayed and will not be delivered by the expected delivery date. An updated delivery date will be provided when available. Your item arrived at our USPS facility in NEW YORK, NY 10199 on December 11, 2017 at 2:45 am. The item is currently in transit to the destination.

December 7, 2017, 5:22 am
Arrived at USPS Facility
CAROL STREAM, IL 60199

December 5, 2017, 10:08 pm
Departed USPS Facility
MELVILLE, NY 11747

December 5, 2017, 9:49 pm
Arrived at USPS Facility
MELVILLE, NY 11747

December 5, 2017, 5:04 pm
Departed Post Office
ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509

December 5, 2017, 4:49 pm
USPS in possession of item
ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509

Something similar happened to me last year when I bought an insert from a TRF member. Shipping from New York to Montreal. The package went accross the US to CA, crossed into Canada into BC, then went all the way down to Quebec through Canada, using USPS. I got the package finally but was very worried for about 7 days.

tbonesteak · 14 December 2017, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enginerd

This is getting interesting...keep in mind the destination is Colorado.

December 11, 2017, 2:45 am
Arrived at USPS Facility
NEW YORK, NY 10199
The package is delayed and will not be delivered by the expected delivery date. An updated delivery date will be provided when available. Your item arrived at our USPS facility in NEW YORK, NY 10199 on December 11, 2017 at 2:45 am. The item is currently in transit to the destination.

December 7, 2017, 5:22 am
Arrived at USPS Facility
CAROL STREAM, IL 60199

December 5, 2017, 10:08 pm
Departed USPS Facility
MELVILLE, NY 11747

December 5, 2017, 9:49 pm
Arrived at USPS Facility
MELVILLE, NY 11747

December 5, 2017, 5:04 pm
Departed Post Office
ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509

December 5, 2017, 4:49 pm
USPS in possession of item
ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509

The seller is prob almost as upset as you - I'm sure he wants it to arrive so that you're satisfied and the transaction is complete.

jdmi32 · 12 December 2017, 03:17 AM

Congrats! Love the bark DD. I'm guessing that it's a 18078 with president bracelet.

Don't fret too much about USPS registered mail tracking as it's never really accurate. Their delivery estimate is always too early and a delayed status is very normal. I've always found the actual delivery date to be a few days to a week later than what is initially indicated.

enginerd · 12 December 2017, 04:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdmi32

Congrats! Love the bark DD. I'm guessing that it's a 18078 with president bracelet.

Don't fret too much about USPS registered mail tracking as it's never really accurate. Their delivery estimate is always too early and a delayed status is very normal. I've always found the actual delivery date to be a few days to a week later than what is initially indicated.

Good to know, thanks!

The stretch (or lack thereof) sold me...

enginerd · 12 December 2017, 04:15 AM

Case and clasp not too bad either...

GTS Dean · 12 December 2017, 10:07 AM

Awesome find!

enginerd · 13 December 2017, 07:39 AM

Since the watch is in USPS purgatory (I was assured by a rep that registered packages are kept under lock and key), might as well post a photo of the thing so you all can enjoy it as much as I have so far...

TheRolexKingofLV · 13 December 2017, 08:20 AM

Great looking piece Nathan!

Hope it all works out on the delivery

topjimmi · 13 December 2017, 10:20 AM

Sweet! Hope it arrives soon

enginerd · 14 December 2017, 12:46 AM

Still not sure I can pull off gold (especially in my stuffy office), but it'll be a weekend watch for sure, when I'm not working on the cars. I'd feel a bit bad banging up this time capsule.

On another note, finally got a scan showing the watch in Denver as of last night!

jdmi32 · 14 December 2017, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enginerd

Still not sure I can pull off gold (especially in my stuffy office), but it'll be a weekend watch for sure, when I'm not working on the cars. I'd feel a bit bad banging up this time capsule.

On another note, finally got a scan showing the watch in Denver as of last night!

I wear my 18078 whenever and wherever! Formal or casual, if i feel like it, it goes on my wrist. Some people do notice but so what?

enginerd · 14 December 2017, 06:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdmi32

I wear my 18078 whenever and wherever! Formal or casual, if i feel like it, it goes on my wrist. Some people do notice but so what?

Good point. I'm sure I'll get over it. I've only got one question on my D-Blue: What kind of watch is that?

By the way, that Blue 18078 is stunning! I considered blue, black, white, silver and champagne/gold. I already have black in my 16600, blue in my 116660 and silver in my 79160. I was down to white or a gold tone dial, and wanted some contrast.

Oh, and perhaps I broke the rules of the vintage section. The watch model is the 18248, circa 1990. I didn't think the general section would have the appreciation for the bark.

datejustrms · 14 December 2017, 01:05 AM

Waiting is brutal! Congrats on your DD.

enginerd · 14 December 2017, 03:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by datejustrms

Waiting is brutal! Congrats on your DD.

It is, but searched for about a year so what's another few hours?!

yannis · 14 December 2017, 01:21 AM

Nice clean DD man! Post more when it arrives! Huge congrats!

brandrea · 14 December 2017, 03:38 AM

Beauty Nathan, ARF ARF

enginerd · 14 December 2017, 06:18 AM

Arrived!

I was too excited to set the time before trying it on and snapping a pic. Rare that a piece arrives better than as described, but this is just that. Found out there was an extra link in the bracelet vs. the desription (score!) and that it was serviced at the end of 2015.

htbilgic · 16 October 2018, 01:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by enginerd

Arrived!

I was too excited to set the time before trying it on and snapping a pic. Rare that a piece arrives better than as described, but this is just that. Found out there was an extra link in the bracelet vs. the desription (score!) and that it was serviced at the end of 2015.

Gorgeous watch! Wear it in good health!

JustinK · 14 December 2017, 12:54 PM

Nice find, Congrats!

soundserious · 14 December 2017, 02:27 PM

Love that white dial, nice

michael067 · 14 December 2017, 03:14 PM

Love the bark finish

Efrashhi · 14 December 2017, 11:56 PM

I love the bark finish, really amazing looking watch.

I had a similar experience with USPS registered mail with my wife's engagement ring, it was a very stressful few days to say the least.

enginerd · 15 December 2017, 12:41 AM

Ok folks, need some URGENT advice. I had a closer inspection of the watch yesterday. It still has a case sticker on the back, and in just the right light I can make out 18238. I pop off the bracelet, and sure enough, it's an 18238. I was searching for a white dial 18248. The seller was apologetic and offered a full refund right away. He explained that he simply never noticed and had bought the watch like this from Paul Duggan years ago (apparently a well known dealer), and from the seller's reviews and history, I entirely believe him.

So here's the question: Should this matter all that much? The watch has the exact look and in the condition I've been searching for for well over a year. If I ever come to sell, would that be a sticking point? I'm torn on the importance of a single case digit that only denotes a different bezel. However, the bark bezel and bracelet were obviously swapped over at some point. I see a "U1" on the clasp which I believe is around 1997. I believe the watch is a 1990. Bracelet is pristine, as is the bezel. Also, I so rarely come across this dial. Truly torn on what to do. If it were an old Sub with a newer Oyster bracelet I don't think many would bat an eye; in fact they might see it as a improvement.

What would you do in my shoes?

8 December 2017, 03:40 PM	#2
southtexas 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,761	1807? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

8 December 2017, 05:27 PM	#3
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,215	Looks nice Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

12 December 2017, 10:07 AM	#13
GTS Dean "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NB, TX Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 1,016	Awesome find! __________________ TT OysterQuartz, SS/Black "U" Daytona, TT GMT II-C, DD OysterQuartz, Breitling Aerospace, Omega Speedmaster Pro

13 December 2017, 08:20 AM	#15
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	Great looking piece Nathan! Hope it all works out on the delivery __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

14 December 2017, 01:21 AM	#22
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	Nice clean DD man! Post more when it arrives! Huge congrats! __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

8 December 2017, 11:56 PM	#4
SubKing "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Watch: where do i start?? Posts: 3,254	gotta love those old bark bracelets.. brings back memories.

9 December 2017, 12:02 AM	#5
sfc rick "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Rickey Higgins Location: Huntington, TX Watch: 1680 Sub in white Posts: 354	Very nice!

12 December 2017, 02:59 AM	#6
enginerd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Nathan Location: Denver, CO Watch: Too many Posts: 1,008	This is getting interesting...keep in mind the destination is Colorado. December 11, 2017, 2:45 am Arrived at USPS Facility NEW YORK, NY 10199 The package is delayed and will not be delivered by the expected delivery date. An updated delivery date will be provided when available. Your item arrived at our USPS facility in NEW YORK, NY 10199 on December 11, 2017 at 2:45 am. The item is currently in transit to the destination. December 7, 2017, 5:22 am Arrived at USPS Facility CAROL STREAM, IL 60199 December 5, 2017, 10:08 pm Departed USPS Facility MELVILLE, NY 11747 December 5, 2017, 9:49 pm Arrived at USPS Facility MELVILLE, NY 11747 December 5, 2017, 5:04 pm Departed Post Office ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509 December 5, 2017, 4:49 pm USPS in possession of item ATLANTIC BEACH, NY 11509

12 December 2017, 03:17 AM	#10
jdmi32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Ky Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 16570 Posts: 2,362	Congrats! Love the bark DD. I'm guessing that it's a 18078 with president bracelet. Don't fret too much about USPS registered mail tracking as it's never really accurate. Their delivery estimate is always too early and a delayed status is very normal. I've always found the actual delivery date to be a few days to a week later than what is initially indicated.

13 December 2017, 10:20 AM	#16
topjimmi "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: matt Location: USA Posts: 551	Sweet! Hope it arrives soon

14 December 2017, 12:46 AM	#17
enginerd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Nathan Location: Denver, CO Watch: Too many Posts: 1,008	Still not sure I can pull off gold (especially in my stuffy office), but it'll be a weekend watch for sure, when I'm not working on the cars. I'd feel a bit bad banging up this time capsule. On another note, finally got a scan showing the watch in Denver as of last night!

14 December 2017, 01:05 AM	#20
datejustrms "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,799	Waiting is brutal! Congrats on your DD.

14 December 2017, 03:38 AM	#23
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,897	Beauty Nathan, ARF ARF

14 December 2017, 12:54 PM	#26
JustinK 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Justin Location: Jupiter, FL Watch: 1530,1665,1680 Posts: 2,064	Nice find, Congrats!

14 December 2017, 02:27 PM	#27
soundserious "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: usofmfa Posts: 3,157	Love that white dial, nice __________________ Instagram: soundsoserious

14 December 2017, 03:14 PM	#28
michael067 Banned Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Mike Location: Las Vegas Watch: TT DJ 16233 Posts: 1,002	Love the bark finish

14 December 2017, 11:56 PM	#29
Efrashhi "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Posts: 11	I love the bark finish, really amazing looking watch. I had a similar experience with USPS registered mail with my wife's engagement ring, it was a very stressful few days to say the least.

15 December 2017, 12:41 AM	#30
enginerd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Nathan Location: Denver, CO Watch: Too many Posts: 1,008	Ok folks, need some URGENT advice. I had a closer inspection of the watch yesterday. It still has a case sticker on the back, and in just the right light I can make out 18238. I pop off the bracelet, and sure enough, it's an 18238. I was searching for a white dial 18248. The seller was apologetic and offered a full refund right away. He explained that he simply never noticed and had bought the watch like this from Paul Duggan years ago (apparently a well known dealer), and from the seller's reviews and history, I entirely believe him. So here's the question: Should this matter all that much? The watch has the exact look and in the condition I've been searching for for well over a year. If I ever come to sell, would that be a sticking point? I'm torn on the importance of a single case digit that only denotes a different bezel. However, the bark bezel and bracelet were obviously swapped over at some point. I see a "U1" on the clasp which I believe is around 1997. I believe the watch is a 1990. Bracelet is pristine, as is the bezel. Also, I so rarely come across this dial. Truly torn on what to do. If it were an old Sub with a newer Oyster bracelet I don't think many would bat an eye; in fact they might see it as a improvement. What would you do in my shoes?

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