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chmhill · 28 March 2020, 05:32 AM

Thank you for fighting the virus and helping people! Just heard the news that more than 900 people died in Italy in the last 24 hours. It is very sad news. Please be safe!

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Originally Posted by AHG

I really am happy for everyone who gets the beautiful watch they've wanted. And I do hope it was a private flight. But I wouldn't say "brave" because as a physician, I have to say it's unfair, if not irresponsible, to those around us to travel for something non-essential that could easily be mailed to you.
Sorry, I don't mean for it to be scathing in any way, but I have to go to work and likely get exposed, but you may not have to. I just think we should think about the risk to others. Again congrats, but I felt like I had to mention that.

I'll also add that I don't know where you live and what the rules for travel were, but I wanted to make a more general point.

mps354 · 28 March 2020, 02:44 PM

Congrats!

Shack · 28 March 2020, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by AHG

I really am happy for everyone who gets the beautiful watch they've wanted. And I do hope it was a private flight. But I wouldn't say "brave" because as a physician, I have to say it's unfair, if not irresponsible, to those around us to travel for something non-essential that could easily be mailed to you.
Sorry, I don't mean for it to be scathing in any way, but I have to go to work and likely get exposed, but you may not have to. I just think we should think about the risk to others. Again congrats, but I felt like I had to mention that.

I'll also add that I don't know where you live and what the rules for travel were, but I wanted to make a more general point.

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Originally Posted by jon_jon

Great watch!

Brave to fly 2000km in this day and age for a watch, unless you flew private

Both points valid - for context I am not in North America and commercial flights were available. Secondly I had already been in quarantine for 2 weeks as I had been in Europe. Thirdly with 15 odd people on the flight spaced many metres apart I felt social distancing was in place.

The prime reason I did the flight was I really cannot predict whether full lockdown was going to happen and as I had paid for the watch in full I was nervous about ever actually getting it. They would not courier it either

So while the points are valid it was not done glibly and without risk considerations.

Psmith · 28 March 2020, 06:14 PM

Congrats

Raemondo · 29 March 2020, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Shack

Both points valid - for context I am not in North America and commercial flights were available. Secondly I had already been in quarantine for 2 weeks as I had been in Europe. Thirdly with 15 odd people on the flight spaced many metres apart I felt social distancing was in place.

The prime reason I did the flight was I really cannot predict whether full lockdown was going to happen and as I had paid for the watch in full I was nervous about ever actually getting it. They would not courier it either

So while the points are valid it was not done glibly and without risk considerations.

Sounds like you measured the risk and you came out ahead. Bravo!

KBM · 29 March 2020, 12:09 PM

Very nice. Congrats!

Commonproject · 29 March 2020, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Shack

Both points valid - for context I am not in North America and commercial flights were available. Secondly I had already been in quarantine for 2 weeks as I had been in Europe. Thirdly with 15 odd people on the flight spaced many metres apart I felt social distancing was in place.

The prime reason I did the flight was I really cannot predict whether full lockdown was going to happen and as I had paid for the watch in full I was nervous about ever actually getting it. They would not courier it either

So while the points are valid it was not done glibly and without risk considerations.

Glad you got the watch but flying right now is highly dangerous. Planes recirculate air and airborne contact is the most common way covid-19 spreads. It only takes 1 sick person to get the whole plane sick given how everything keeps recirculating.

Horosopher · 29 March 2020, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Shack

Got the call and decided drop everything and go get the PP. Flew 2000kms return to pick it up.. :)

How long did you wait, if I may ask? And the AD's location?

Huge congrats!

1William · 29 March 2020, 10:39 PM

Congratulations.

Humble michael · 30 March 2020, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Commonproject

Glad you got the watch but flying right now is highly dangerous. Planes recirculate air and airborne contact is the most common way covid-19 spreads. It only takes 1 sick person to get the whole plane sick given how everything keeps recirculating.

Just something you may not be aware of - my son is a pilot for Delta and the airlines have a very sophisticated air scrubbing system that completely sanitizes the air in flight. Also they now are doing deep cleaning procedures between unloading and reloading every flight. Not to say we shouldn’t still be social distancing and wash, wash, wash our hands but risk is less than one would think. Would I fly unnecessarily today - probably not . But then ,I didn’t get “the call” for a blue 26 - Ha
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ks111222 · 30 March 2020, 12:54 AM

Beautiful!

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mimo5000 · 30 March 2020, 11:37 PM

Beautiful watch. Congratulations.
And a story to tell about the journey as well. Glad you stayed aware and safe on your journey!

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Roovain · 31 March 2020, 05:14 AM

What size is your wrist in that picture? I'm waiting for mine (exact same watch), and hope that the case will fit properly on my wrist. I realize I can make the bracelet fit, no problem. I just want to make sure the watch, itself, fits. Thanks.

Shack · 31 March 2020, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Roovain

What size is your wrist in that picture? I'm waiting for mine (exact same watch), and hope that the case will fit properly on my wrist. I realize I can make the bracelet fit, no problem. I just want to make sure the watch, itself, fits. Thanks.

Very small wrist (about 20-21cm)and they took out 5 links - but fits VERY well. The can order 1/2 links if need be.

bartonhall · 9 April 2020, 09:48 AM

My favorite is still the 3700 but of all the complications, that dial is the best!

Commonproject · 9 April 2020, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Shack

Very small wrist (about 20-21cm)and they took out 5 links - but fits VERY well. The can order 1/2 links if need be.

Isn't 20cm like 7.8 inches? That's pretty big. From the pic it looks like your wrist is more 6.25-6.5 inches.

inadeje · 10 April 2020, 12:15 AM

Amazing piece and one that I have on my radar too. Congrats!

inadeje · 10 April 2020, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Commonproject

Isn't 20cm like 7.8 inches? That's pretty big. From the pic it looks like your wrist is more 6.25-6.5 inches.

Yes that isn’t a small wrist at all if its 20cm. I’m 19.5 prior to expansion outside.

Benzsiam · 10 April 2020, 05:55 AM

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Originally Posted by ahg

i really am happy for everyone who gets the beautiful watch they've wanted. And i do hope it was a private flight. But i wouldn't say "brave" because as a physician, i have to say it's unfair, if not irresponsible, to those around us to travel for something non-essential that could easily be mailed to you.
Sorry, i don't mean for it to be scathing in any way, but i have to go to work and likely get exposed, but you may not have to. I just think we should think about the risk to others. Again congrats, but i felt like i had to mention that.

I'll also add that i don't know where you live and what the rules for travel were, but i wanted to make a more general point.

+100

Shack · 12 April 2020, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Commonproject

Isn't 20cm like 7.8 inches? That's pretty big. From the pic it looks like your wrist is more 6.25-6.5 inches.

Its 6.2inches actually

FJT · 18 April 2020, 03:23 AM

Congratulations and great call. I would have down the same.

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rockdrock · 26 April 2020, 09:04 AM

Shack, congrats on your beautiful watch. Ple wear in good health.

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Speedmasterjon · 27 April 2020, 01:17 PM

I love mine too. Wonderful dial. Congrats.

jamestucker · 27 April 2020, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Speedmasterjon

I love mine too. Wonderful dial. Congrats.

Congrats!

Ichiran · 27 April 2020, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Speedmasterjon

I love mine too. Wonderful dial. Congrats.

Unbelievable.

bob101 · 27 April 2020, 05:47 PM

Awesome, love the white dial version too.

Token74 · 27 April 2020, 07:16 PM

Very nice!

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toneafficianado · 28 April 2020, 09:30 AM

Love that blue dial!
Classy stylish piece.
Congrats!!

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28 March 2020, 06:14 PM	#34
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Congrats __________________

31 March 2020, 05:14 AM	#43
Roovain "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Ou il fait froid. Posts: 80	What size is your wrist? What size is your wrist in that picture? I'm waiting for mine (exact same watch), and hope that the case will fit properly on my wrist. I realize I can make the bracelet fit, no problem. I just want to make sure the watch, itself, fits. Thanks.

9 April 2020, 09:48 AM	#45
bartonhall "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Michael Location: Denver, CO Watch: One in the future Posts: 14	Sweet score! My favorite is still the 3700 but of all the complications, that dial is the best!

10 April 2020, 12:15 AM	#47
inadeje 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 6,012	Amazing piece and one that I have on my radar too. Congrats! __________________ ♛ 218206 Roman ♛ 116689 ♛ 126710BLRO ♛ 16520 white ♛ 16523 white ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1R-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Bronzo 671, 111 & 183, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Cartier Santos XL - Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

27 April 2020, 01:17 PM	#53
Speedmasterjon "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: The left coast Posts: 4	I love mine too. Wonderful dial. Congrats. Attached Images

28 March 2020, 02:44 PM	#32
mps354 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,139	Congrats!

29 March 2020, 12:09 PM	#36
KBM 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,479	Very nice. Congrats!

29 March 2020, 10:39 PM	#39
1William 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 48,588	Congratulations.

30 March 2020, 12:54 AM	#41
ks111222 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: KS Location: Metro NY Area Watch: 126710BLNR Posts: 37	Beautiful! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

30 March 2020, 11:37 PM	#42
mimo5000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Canada Watch: all of them Posts: 653	Beautiful watch. Congratulations. And a story to tell about the journey as well. Glad you stayed aware and safe on your journey! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

18 April 2020, 03:23 AM	#51
FJT "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Posts: 36	Congratulations and great call. I would have down the same. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 April 2020, 09:04 AM	#52
rockdrock "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,134	Shack, congrats on your beautiful watch. Ple wear in good health. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

27 April 2020, 05:47 PM	#56
bob101 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 618	Awesome, love the white dial version too.

27 April 2020, 07:16 PM	#57
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,748	Very nice! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

28 April 2020, 09:30 AM	#58
toneafficianado 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Alan Location: Australia Posts: 2,204	Love that blue dial! Classy stylish piece. Congrats!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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