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14 April 2014, 01:21 AM
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1665 Unboxing
I have something here I'd like to share.
Through some help from some friends, I was able to add a new vintage piece to my collection. Specifically a 1665 great white from Andrew Shear of Shear Time. This watch is a 1665 great white mk3 (open 6). I purchased the watch because it is an unpolished example of my favorite vintage diver. Is it like new? No way. Bumps and bruises? Yup. It has plenty of character, but it hasn't seen a buffing wheel - nor will it! So .... there are countless modern unboxing threads, but very few vintage. I thought I'd add a bit about how it was received and what additional special accoutrements were included with the watch. I'd like to share that the transaction with Andrew was flawless. A special thanks to John for the heads up. The fedex box arrives!  Double boxed.  A watch burrito.  A ziplock bag!  A wonderful leather Sheartime case!  The watch, the rolex polishing cloth, and a leather sheartime "card" - expertly packed and presented.  Some watch shots:   Some great crown guard pics. Note the width, shape, and edges.       Note the placement and depth of the helium escape valve (HEV).   And some dinner wrist shots #1  #2 (note the ding on the leading lug)  I am very grateful and proud to own something as nice as this watch. Thank you. Cheers, Steve |
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14 April 2014, 01:27 AM
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she's a beauty for sure. congrats!
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14 April 2014, 01:41 AM
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Real Name: Ben
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Big congrats on the beauty! Reminds me when I received my maxi from Andrew last yr:)
Enjoy mate!! |
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14 April 2014, 01:45 AM
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That's about as nice as it gets...unpolished with amazing patina. Huge congrats.
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14 April 2014, 01:52 AM
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Well done! That's an exquisite piece. I noticed it on shear's site earlier this week...it vanished in a hurry! I did drool over it a little, sorry.
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14 April 2014, 01:53 AM
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Steve, nice to see where that beauty landed. An unpolished watch with character that is meant to be worn. Enjoy the new addition!
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14 April 2014, 02:01 AM
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Where it in good health
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14 April 2014, 02:07 AM
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Absolute beauty, congratulations!
Please, please post a profile shot of the dome! |
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14 April 2014, 02:08 AM
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 Stunning piece - enjoy 
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14 April 2014, 02:21 AM
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Congrats again Steve! Looks amazing
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14 April 2014, 02:28 AM
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Perfection! Congrats on a great watch!
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14 April 2014, 02:30 AM
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That you all very much. It's a pleasure to own it and share the experience with each of you on the forum.
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14 April 2014, 02:41 AM
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14 April 2014, 02:43 AM
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Congrats!
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14 April 2014, 02:52 AM
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Beautiful peace
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14 April 2014, 02:52 AM
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Perfect! Its best side IMO :) |
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14 April 2014, 03:01 AM
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nice score - love it!
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14 April 2014, 03:23 AM
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14 April 2014, 03:26 AM
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Very sweet Steve! My big congratulations!! Envy you? Yes, sir!!
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14 April 2014, 04:03 AM
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14 April 2014, 05:42 AM
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I think we were all taking a peek at that one on Andrew's site
Nice score
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14 April 2014, 05:47 AM
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^ I know I did!
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14 April 2014, 06:01 AM
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"WOW!!...just WOW!!" - nuff said
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14 April 2014, 06:08 AM
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Nice watch Steve! I'm hoping to find one like that too! Always wanted a SD2000. Thanks for sharing!
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14 April 2014, 07:00 AM
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Awesome, congrats on a great watch.
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14 April 2014, 07:01 AM
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Steve you have a good eye. The watch looks amazing. Sharp case and fat crown guards with a beautiful patina. I'm glad the watch ended up on your wrist.
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14 April 2014, 08:18 AM
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Great looking watch Steve!! Congrats!!
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14 April 2014, 09:18 AM
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Steve, I was hoping that would go to "one of us"...
Really happy you landed another significant addition to your growing SD collection
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14 April 2014, 04:21 PM
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1665 Unboxing
Congrats and great unboxing play by play!
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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15 April 2014, 12:40 AM
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Wow...congrats and thanks for sharing
Sent from my GT-N7105 using Tapatalk |
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