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Old 25 June 2019, 12:18 PM   #1
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Smurftastic Incoming!

The grail has finally arrived! After years of watch collecting, the journey has ended. It took owning many Rolex models to realize this would make me a one-watch guy.

The Bluesy came close, but the yellow gold was too loud and dressy for the water. BLNR seemed like a compromise with a half blue bezel. Tried to settle with Hulk after owning it 3 times, but a green watch was not meant for a lifetime. Plus, I needed something in solid gold...

So huge thanks to takuya for making it happen, and just in time for my 41st birthday! The luster, the heft, the beautiful blue dial makes me smile. This is a watch that is underhyped, because there are just not enough words to describe how good it feels.

But who am I kidding? You guys just came to look at pics. So here it is!--
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:20 PM   #2
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Super congrats. I recently bought the gold subc.

Are you out if a platinum model drops? Hehehe
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:21 PM   #3
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Brilliant! Mine says Hi!



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Old 25 June 2019, 12:24 PM   #4
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Ooooof.. stunner. Congrats!
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:28 PM   #5
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Congrats! Huge incoming.
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:29 PM   #6
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Very nice! They look great in pics and even better in person!
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:31 PM   #7
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Beautiful. Love that!
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:31 PM   #8
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Awesome! Huge congrats!
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:32 PM   #9
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Sounds like you narrowed it down, congrats!
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:40 PM   #10
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Congrats looks great!
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:43 PM   #11
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That’s a real stunner! Nice nice


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Old 25 June 2019, 12:43 PM   #12
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Is it heavy though?


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Old 25 June 2019, 12:44 PM   #13
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It's a monster piece, congrats!
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:46 PM   #14
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Congrats I like that watch....a lot.
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Old 25 June 2019, 12:59 PM   #15
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Nice shots. Blue looks great.
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Old 25 June 2019, 01:07 PM   #16
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Beautiful watch man, always in my top 3! Congrats...
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Old 25 June 2019, 01:11 PM   #17
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Congratulations, wear it everyday, all day!

Yeah, you’ll rock it well.
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Old 25 June 2019, 01:56 PM   #18
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Gorgeous!! Congratulations
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Old 25 June 2019, 01:59 PM   #19
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geez i really want one


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Old 25 June 2019, 02:05 PM   #20
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I never realized until now that the centre links are polished on this sub.. ..

The blue dial is gorgeous!

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Old 25 June 2019, 02:09 PM   #21
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Amazing piece, congrats!
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Old 25 June 2019, 02:15 PM   #22
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So beast! Love it! Congrats!
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Old 25 June 2019, 02:30 PM   #23
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The grail has finally arrived! After years of watch collecting, the journey has ended. It took owning many Rolex models to realize this would make me a one-watch guy.

The Bluesy came close, but the yellow gold was too loud and dressy for the water. BLNR seemed like a compromise with a half blue bezel. Tried to settle with Hulk after owning it 3 times, but a green watch was not meant for a lifetime. Plus, I needed something in solid gold...

So huge thanks to takuya for making it happen, and just in time for my 41st birthday! The luster, the heft, the beautiful blue dial makes me smile. This is a watch that is underhyped, because there are just not enough words to describe how good it feels.

But who am I kidding? You guys just came to look at pics. So here it is!--
Excellent choice.
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Old 25 June 2019, 03:00 PM   #24
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I agree. It’s a great watch. Congrats and Enjoy!!
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Old 25 June 2019, 03:02 PM   #25
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Old 25 June 2019, 03:04 PM   #26
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Love it. I’m 41 too and got mine about 3 weeks ago. Great minds.....


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Old 25 June 2019, 03:04 PM   #27
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Congrats - It is a beauty!
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Old 25 June 2019, 03:25 PM   #28
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Love that smurf......
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Old 25 June 2019, 03:48 PM   #29
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Excellent choice, love it! I’m 40 and picked one up three days ago! Mine also says hello!

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Old 25 June 2019, 03:55 PM   #30
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Amazing piece. This is Def something i need to complete my collection (along with the hulk) to have the ultimate diver line up. Posted a pic to show you what I mean. Congrats!!




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