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Old 4 March 2014, 11:03 PM   #31
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I'll throw out april 12??
Sounds good. Anything after that date would probably have conflicts with Passover and Easter.
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Old 4 March 2014, 11:58 PM   #32
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No conflict for me as of now.
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Old 5 March 2014, 01:32 AM   #33
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Hoping that Hodinkee does another vintage watch pop-up flea in Chicago this Spring. If so, would be great to organize a GTG at the same time.

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http://www.hodinkee.com/blog/photo-r...ash-in-chicago
More than happy to host a Chicago GTG courtesy of your Chicago-based watch blog: http://www.watchcollectinglifestyle.com

We can do it before Baselworld or after I return from there.
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Old 5 March 2014, 07:45 AM   #34
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More than happy to host a Chicago GTG courtesy of your Chicago-based watch blog: http://www.watchcollectinglifestyle.com

We can do it before Baselworld or after I return from there.
If an Omega guy can come I'm in.
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Old 5 March 2014, 01:30 PM   #35
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More than happy to host a Chicago GTG courtesy of your Chicago-based watch blog: http://www.watchcollectinglifestyle.com

We can do it before Baselworld or after I return from there.
That would be great, how is Sat 4/12 for you?
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Old 6 March 2014, 05:21 PM   #36
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I can do 4/12.
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Old 7 March 2014, 01:59 AM   #37
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I should be able to do 4/12 as well.
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Old 7 March 2014, 03:15 AM   #38
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April 12th also works for me as well...and sounds like fun!!!
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Old 8 March 2014, 08:30 AM   #39
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Very interested in meeting up as well. Random question (and sorry to get slightly off topic) - is there a watchmaker you guys would recommend in the Chicagoland are to polish a watch bracelet?

Kent at Fine Swiss Watch Repair crossed my mind as a candidate, and so did the on-site Rolex certified watchmaker at Oakbrook.
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Old 8 March 2014, 09:30 AM   #40
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Very interested in meeting up as well. Random question (and sorry to get slightly off topic) - is there a watchmaker you guys would recommend in the Chicagoland are to polish a watch bracelet?

Kent at Fine Swiss Watch Repair crossed my mind as a candidate, and so did the on-site Rolex certified watchmaker at Oakbrook.
Hi, good question! I assume you mean CD Peacock at Oak Brook Mall? I do remember receiving mailers from them advertising watch polishing services. But recently, one of my relatives took a vintage gold datejust there for polishing and they refused to do it without a full service (which they estimated at $1,500)? So I'm not sure what their policy is these days.

Kent always does good work, so you can't go wrong with him either.

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Old 8 March 2014, 11:15 AM   #41
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Very interested in meeting up as well. Random question (and sorry to get slightly off topic) - is there a watchmaker you guys would recommend in the Chicagoland are to polish a watch bracelet?

Kent at Fine Swiss Watch Repair crossed my mind as a candidate, and so did the on-site Rolex certified watchmaker at Oakbrook.
Had one of my watches polished at CD Peacock in Oak Brook. The watch had a service at the same time and they did mention they like to do the polishing during service because they can easily work on the case and bezel. Not sure if they would have refused the polish if I hadn't been doing the service. I will say they were very professional and helpful, especially the sales associate named Art.
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Old 8 March 2014, 12:08 PM   #42
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Very interested in meeting up as well. Random question (and sorry to get slightly off topic) - is there a watchmaker you guys would recommend in the Chicagoland are to polish a watch bracelet?

Kent at Fine Swiss Watch Repair crossed my mind as a candidate, and so did the on-site Rolex certified watchmaker at Oakbrook.
Check out Howard Frum, their guy did my GMTII "coke" once. Plus you get you look at some nice pieces
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sorry a bit late to the game but keep me in the loop, i have no conflicts at this point.
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That would be great, how is Sat 4/12 for you?

That could work. Let me check where and what time would work. We would have to host it downtown. Guys interested in attending please DM me.


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Old 10 March 2014, 05:38 AM   #45
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That could work. Let me check where and what time would work. We would have to host it downtown. Guys interested in attending please DM me.


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That could work. Let me check where and what time would work. We would have to host it downtown. Guys interested in attending please DM me.


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April 12th....how does this date sound to everyone....and where, city or burbs??
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Old 10 March 2014, 02:35 PM   #48
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Joe was talking about a connection he has with Quartinos on state and Ontario. Maybe Joe can weigh in on this.
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Old 11 March 2014, 12:47 AM   #49
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Interesting... Let me know... Thanks
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Good stuff, that hodinkee!
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You think John Mayer might stop by?
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Old 11 March 2014, 02:17 PM   #52
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Gus, are you coming to Chicago for this??
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Joe was talking about a connection he has with Quartinos on state and Ontario. Maybe Joe can weigh in on this.
Hi, absolutely, Quartino is a great spot for a GTG. They can definitely accommodate us and will give us a great deal.
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Old 11 March 2014, 02:33 PM   #54
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Can anyone suggest any reasonable hotels?
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Old 13 March 2014, 12:11 PM   #56
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Can anyone suggest any reasonable hotels?
Hi, there are so many good hotels in the downtown and River North area. I would definitely check a site like Kayak for the best options and price.
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Old 13 March 2014, 12:14 PM   #57
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Hi, there are so many good hotels in the downtown and River North area. I would definitely check a site like Kayak for the best options and price.
thanks, I did a little searching, found something I like.

as of now, I plan to be there for the 12th.
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Old 13 March 2014, 12:20 PM   #58
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thanks, I did a little searching, found something I like.

as of now, I plan to be there for the 12th.
That is great! It's looking to be a nice turnout!
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Old 13 March 2014, 02:04 PM   #59
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That is great! It's looking to be a nice turnout!
Are we doing Quartinos?
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Old 13 March 2014, 02:10 PM   #60
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Hi! I would love to as I really think it's the perfect spot for us. Our friend Submarino at WCL was mentioning sponsoring this GTG, so I hope he agrees.
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