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Old 24 August 2009, 01:40 AM   #31
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It's my biker tan, burnt on top and rare underneath.
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Old 24 August 2009, 02:24 AM   #32
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Old 24 August 2009, 04:00 AM   #33
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dan, many congratz on a great find! pics as usual are superb!
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Old 24 August 2009, 09:17 AM   #34
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Dan, congrats on stunning looking Tudor.
Love that SILVER dial.

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Old 24 August 2009, 10:39 AM   #35
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It's here!!!!!
1997 "small block" Tudor Oysterdate 79280. This reference was the last to sport the Rolex crown, case back, and Oysterdate dial with the transition to the Tudor Prince hallmarks found later in the series.
Like new condition, super tight bracelet, and all the box, papers, etc.
The crown lines up exactly like my Big Block too.
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Congrat ..... Dan ..... a very beautiful 79280 .....
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Old 24 August 2009, 12:41 PM   #36
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That thing is GORGEOUS. I love the Rolex crown.
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Old 27 August 2009, 07:22 AM   #37
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Supreme taste and photos as usual Dan. I love those silver dialed tudors as well. It'll look great with anything. Good catch buddy!
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Old 27 August 2009, 07:25 AM   #38
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Beautiful watch Dan!

I love how the dial and subdials contrast.
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Old 27 August 2009, 06:40 PM   #39
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Looks to me like a excellent example Dan - top condition and a full set as well to top it off!
Nice catch mate
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Old 27 August 2009, 07:09 PM   #40
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As all before have said, a rare beauty Dan and in such excellent condition, nice one Bro
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Old 27 August 2009, 10:19 PM   #41
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Thanks, everybody. Running a consistant + 5 to 6 sec per day as well.
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Old 28 August 2009, 12:20 AM   #42
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WOW! Amazing watch!
I have weakness for Tudor Chronos, and this one is real stunner!
Wear it in a good health, pal!
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Old 28 August 2009, 12:23 AM   #43
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WOW! Amazing watch!
I have weakness for Tudor Chronos, and this one is real stunner!
Wear it in a good health, pal!
Thanks, Vukota. We share the weakness.
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