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Cesium133 · 4 March 2014, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Hairdude1

I'll throw out april 12??

Sounds good. Anything after that date would probably have conflicts with Passover and Easter.

Pix · 4 March 2014, 11:58 PM

No conflict for me as of now.

Submarino · 5 March 2014, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by RolexJNJ

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.

Photos from last year:

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.

Cuts33 · 5 March 2014, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Submarino

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.

RolexJNJ · 5 March 2014, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Submarino

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?

Oyster Al · 6 March 2014, 05:21 PM

I can do 4/12.

bde · 7 March 2014, 01:59 AM

I should be able to do 4/12 as well.

Lion · 7 March 2014, 03:15 AM

April 12th also works for me as well...and sounds like fun!!!

illiguy · 8 March 2014, 08:30 AM

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.

RolexJNJ · 8 March 2014, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by illiguy

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.

Good luck!

Cesium133 · 8 March 2014, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by illiguy

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.

Hairdude1 · 8 March 2014, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by illiguy

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

fullcourt · 10 March 2014, 03:41 AM

sorry a bit late to the game but keep me in the loop, i have no conflicts at this point.

Submarino · 10 March 2014, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by RolexJNJ

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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RolexJNJ · 10 March 2014, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Submarino

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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Cesium133 · 10 March 2014, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Submarino

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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PM sent

Oyster Al · 10 March 2014, 01:35 PM

April 12th....how does this date sound to everyone....and where, city or burbs??

Hairdude1 · 10 March 2014, 02:35 PM

Joe was talking about a connection he has with Quartinos on state and Ontario. Maybe Joe can weigh in on this.

Oyster Al · 11 March 2014, 12:47 AM

Interesting... Let me know... Thanks

subtona · 11 March 2014, 01:13 AM

Good stuff, that hodinkee!

Oyster Al · 11 March 2014, 01:36 AM

You think John Mayer might stop by?

Hairdude1 · 11 March 2014, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by subtona

Good stuff, that hodinkee!

Gus, are you coming to Chicago for this??

RolexJNJ · 11 March 2014, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Hairdude1

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.

RolexJNJ · 11 March 2014, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Oyster Al

You think John Mayer might stop by?

if we let him!

Gagebuilder · 13 March 2014, 11:13 AM

Can anyone suggest any reasonable hotels?

RolexJNJ · 13 March 2014, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Gagebuilder

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.

Gagebuilder · 13 March 2014, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by RolexJNJ

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.

RolexJNJ · 13 March 2014, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Gagebuilder

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!

Hairdude1 · 13 March 2014, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by RolexJNJ

That is great! It's looking to be a nice turnout!

Are we doing Quartinos?

RolexJNJ · 13 March 2014, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Hairdude1

Are we doing Quartinos?

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.

7 March 2014, 03:15 AM	#38
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	April 12th also works for me as well...and sounds like fun!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

10 March 2014, 03:41 AM	#43
fullcourt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: dp Location: chicago, usa Watch: panerai Posts: 2,369	sorry a bit late to the game but keep me in the loop, i have no conflicts at this point. __________________ dp just living the dream chicago, usa chgo_risti on IG

11 March 2014, 01:13 AM	#50
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,029	Good stuff, that hodinkee! __________________

11 March 2014, 01:36 AM	#51
Oyster Al "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Al Location: USA Posts: 1,532	You think John Mayer might stop by? Last edited by Oyster Al; 11 March 2014 at 01:37 AM.. Reason: Sp

13 March 2014, 11:13 AM	#55
Gagebuilder "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Detroit Area Watch: out for yelow snow Posts: 1,067	Can anyone suggest any reasonable hotels? __________________ So it's not the steam that causes the failure, but it's water that you notice in the watch after a shower that could lead you to believe the steam damaged the seal, but it's just the unfortunate result of an unserviced mechanical beast.

4 March 2014, 11:58 PM	#32
Pix "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: midwest Watch: SS Datejust Posts: 1,288	No conflict for me as of now.

6 March 2014, 05:21 PM	#36
Oyster Al "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Al Location: USA Posts: 1,532	I can do 4/12.

7 March 2014, 01:59 AM	#37
bde "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Brad Location: Indiana Watch: -aholics anonymous Posts: 1,589	I should be able to do 4/12 as well.

8 March 2014, 08:30 AM	#39
illiguy 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: UTC/GMT -5 Posts: 3,466	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.

10 March 2014, 01:35 PM	#47
Oyster Al "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Al Location: USA Posts: 1,532	April 12th....how does this date sound to everyone....and where, city or burbs??

10 March 2014, 02:35 PM	#48
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Joe was talking about a connection he has with Quartinos on state and Ontario. Maybe Joe can weigh in on this.

11 March 2014, 12:47 AM	#49
Oyster Al "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Al Location: USA Posts: 1,532	Interesting... Let me know... Thanks

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