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SOTC 05/2023

Post by raf42 » Mon May 01, 2023 6:42 am

SOTC 05/2023

After numerous requests (ok two), SOTC as promised. Yep, insane number by almost any measure - and that's after I "consolidated" :banghead:

Top row + FXD/U50P are the core, though I certainly enjoy the rest. I constantly look at/admire others, but not much grabs me in the WTB category anymore - nor should any as I'm already certifiably nuts :shock:

Only one incoming, will be the Raven Endeavor II in yellow (despite the fact I thought no more micros's, ever). But I've never had a yellow dial watch and that one seems like it would/will be fun.

FYI, last one is a Garmin Fenix S Solar/Sapphire (42mm). Used mainly for Golf and workouts. It's by far the best for Golf for me ever, and I've had a few. Size is great, locks in to satellites in seconds (not minutes), and will easily run for many rounds (unlike others) on a full charge.

My once meager photographic skills continue to erode, so this is as good as it gets for pics.

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Attempt at a group lume shot.

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by jswing » Mon May 01, 2023 6:55 am

Whoa! I thought I had too many at 5. :lol: That's a great collection though, I'd wear any of them.

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by smellody » Mon May 01, 2023 7:17 am

Nice collection!!!

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Post by raf42 » Mon May 01, 2023 7:24 am

jswing wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 6:55 am
Whoa! I thought I had too many at 5. :lol: That's a great collection though, I'd wear any of them.
Thanks Jeff. 5 is a considerably more sane number, clearly I'm not sane. :cheers:
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Mon May 01, 2023 7:17 am
Nice collection!!!
Thanks Chris. Seeing some of the truly incredible pieces in your collection, that's high praise. :cheers:

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by tyd450 » Mon May 01, 2023 7:45 am

Looks like you need 4 more!

Great collection!

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Post by rockmastermike » Mon May 01, 2023 8:22 am

Magnificent collection, seriously well curated and making me want to go and look for a few of these.

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by raf42 » Mon May 01, 2023 8:43 am

tyd450 wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 7:45 am
Looks like you need 4 more!

Great collection!
Thanks Tyler. Yeah, need 4 more like I need a hole in my head (though the evidence is I already have one). :cheers:
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Mon May 01, 2023 8:22 am
Magnificent collection, seriously well curated and making me want to go and look for a few of these.
Thank you sir! :cheers:

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by mattcantwin » Mon May 01, 2023 9:25 am

raf42 wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 6:42 am
Only one incoming, will be the Raven Endeavor II in yellow (despite the fact I thought no more micros's, ever). But I've never had a yellow dial watch and that one seems like it would/will be fun.
Wow, impressive group. :cheers:

I have the same Raven incoming; looking forward to it.
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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by raf42 » Mon May 01, 2023 9:58 am

mattcantwin wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 9:25 am
raf42 wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 6:42 am
Only one incoming, will be the Raven Endeavor II in yellow (despite the fact I thought no more micros's, ever). But I've never had a yellow dial watch and that one seems like it would/will be fun.
Wow, impressive group. :cheers:

I have the same Raven incoming; looking forward to it.
Thanks Matt. Yeah, the Raven looks nice, good looking case and size specs, nice lume, and adjustable clasp. Also looking forward to it. :cheers:

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by Bob1035 » Mon May 01, 2023 10:00 am

Really great collection!

I do think you need some more shitters though. Plenty of room in that box haha

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by raf42 » Mon May 01, 2023 11:37 am

Bob1035 wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 10:00 am
Really great collection!

I do think you need some more shitters though. Plenty of room in that box haha
Thanks, lol. Yeah, I'm desperately trying to not fill the box anymore ;)

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by AranaWhite » Mon May 01, 2023 11:44 am

That's some consolidated collection Rob, the raven will add a little pop to the box. I'd be content, very nice.

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by dukerules » Mon May 01, 2023 11:54 am

Incredible collection. Our tastes are pretty similar overall.

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Post by deepcdvr » Mon May 01, 2023 12:06 pm

FAAAAAK I wish i had never asked - that is an AWESOME collection! Where exactly do you live? Asking for a friend :)

I think the only thing missing in your box is a Ball Engineer - I just happen to be selling one - you're welcome!

Love every single one of your watches...
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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by giosdad » Mon May 01, 2023 1:35 pm

Wow, amazing collection and similar taste.

A few thoughts:
Every time I think I have too many dive watches I will pull up this thread.
Even though I have owned the JLC Navy Seal diver twice, I still look to see if any come up for sale. I wish I had the money the last time one came up for sale here. One of four watches I have owned at least twice. It is a sickness for sure.
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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by Blaine » Mon May 01, 2023 1:58 pm

Well Rob…you actually are saving me money. I can always just go to your post and window shop. Enjoy and great curated collection!


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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by raf42 » Mon May 01, 2023 3:33 pm

dukerules wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 11:54 am
Incredible collection. Our tastes are pretty similar overall.
Thanks. Obviously you are a man of culture :grin: :cheers:
deepcdvr wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 12:06 pm
FAAAAAK I wish i had never asked - that is an AWESOME collection! Where exactly do you live? Asking for a friend :)

I think the only thing missing in your box is a Ball Engineer - I just happen to be selling one - you're welcome!

Love every single one of your watches...
Thanks Paul, you did ask :lol:

As for directions, head West for about 3000 miles, then take a right. Last house on the left.

Believe me, I did peruse your FS listing :shifty: :cheers:
giosdad wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 1:35 pm
Wow, amazing collection and similar taste.

A few thoughts:
Every time I think I have too many dive watches I will pull up this thread.
Even though I have owned the JLC Navy Seal diver twice, I still look to see if any come up for sale. I wish I had the money the last time one came up for sale here. One of four watches I have owned at least twice. It is a sickness for sure.
Thanks much. I'm with you on the sickness angle, though I suppose it could be worse.... :cheers:
Blaine wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 1:58 pm
Well Rob…you actually are saving me money. I can always just go to your post and window shopImage. Enjoy and great curated collection!
Thanks Blaine - Anything I can do to help :grin:

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by aikiman44 » Mon May 01, 2023 3:44 pm

Great collection!
"We'd better synchronize our watches."

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by raf42 » Mon May 01, 2023 5:25 pm

aikiman44 wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 3:44 pm
Great collection!
Thanks J. :cheers:

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by Zidane » Mon May 01, 2023 5:56 pm

We have super similar tastes! Great collection.

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by MDF » Mon May 01, 2023 6:05 pm

Nice! I love your collection, it’s awesome!!!
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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by raf42 » Mon May 01, 2023 6:47 pm

Zidane wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 5:56 pm
We have super similar tastes! Great collection.
Thanks Nick. You too have many awesome ones. Seeing your two PO's enabled me. :cheers:
MDF wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 6:05 pm
Nice! I love your collection, it’s awesome!!!
Thanks Mark. Have admired many of yours as well. :cheers:

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by 93 Turbo » Mon May 01, 2023 10:08 pm

Whao, kicking some big goals there Rob. Nothing there I wouldn't say no to.

Watches are on the back burned for me a bit. Haven't lost interest, just $ going into other projects.
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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by Erratic101 » Tue May 02, 2023 10:31 am

Amazing collection!! Nothing there I’d kick out of bed!! Some great diversity.

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Re: SOTC 05/2023

Post by raf42 » Tue May 02, 2023 4:20 pm

93 Turbo wrote:
Mon May 01, 2023 10:08 pm
Whao, kicking some big goals there Rob. Nothing there I wouldn't say no to.

Watches are on the back burned for me a bit. Haven't lost interest, just $ going into other projects.
Thanks Jules. :cheers:
Erratic101 wrote:
Tue May 02, 2023 10:31 am
Amazing collection!! Nothing there I’d kick out of bed!! Some great diversity.
Thanks Justyn. :cheers:

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