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  1. Mods I'm not really an ΩF mod but I play one on TV Jun 29, 2018

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    Hi

    I have tried to find info on the correct red box for an ed White but can’t.
    I seem to remember reading the exposed or hidden hinges are a way to tell, but I can’t remember which.

    Here are some pictures of my ed White which came with everything expect the red box. I have one but am not sure if it’s correct for the model.
    1963 ed White sold in 65.

    Thanks in advance

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  2. padders Oooo subtitles! Jun 29, 2018

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    From my limited research you want box 1501 with hidden hinges but perhaps one of the box experts here may be able to add more?

    Dibs*




    *Those of you of a suspicious and unkind nature may question when this dibs was called. All I can say is that the fact my dibs is highest up the page takes precedence. Its there in black and white people.
     
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  3. MaiLollo Jun 29, 2018

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    DIBS on that thing!
     
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  4. Seaborg Jun 29, 2018

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    I add DIBS on this Ed White ;) !
     
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  5. Cuttysark Jun 29, 2018

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    Stunning Ed White with his set!!
     
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  6. Mods I'm not really an ΩF mod but I play one on TV Jun 29, 2018

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    Thanks Padders
     
  7. eugeneandresson 'I used a hammer, a chisel, and my fingers' Jun 29, 2018

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    +1.

    Lovely EW, DOUBLE DIBS with a cherry on top (should win!) :D
     
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  8. Reborn Jun 29, 2018

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    May I ask what black strap is that? Matches the Ed white very well.
     
  9. Mods I'm not really an ΩF mod but I play one on TV Jun 29, 2018

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    It’s a cheap rubber strap off eBay. Copy of the vintage tropic straps. Great for the summer.
    I have only just got it so can’t comment on durability but so far so good.

    eBay item number:

    192529380721

    @Reborn
     
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  10. Reborn Jun 29, 2018

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    Thanks for the reply!
     
  11. Kmart Jun 29, 2018

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    I have to say I've never thought about putting a tropic strap on my Speedy! It's a great look, I'll have to give it a shot. :thumbsup:
     
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  12. Draven Jun 29, 2018

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    Beautiful watch, unfortunately I seem to be far down the Dibs line ..... dibs:thumbsup:
     
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  13. MaiLollo Jun 29, 2018

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    Too slow buddy, too slow... 2 minutes can make a huge difference :)
     
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  14. padders Oooo subtitles! Jun 29, 2018

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    See above. Sneakiness after the fact makes a bigger difference.
     
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  15. M'Bob Jun 29, 2018

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    ...not quite as far down as...
     
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  16. monti Jun 29, 2018

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    Dibs from canada eh
     
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  17. Vintagewtchzilla Jun 29, 2018

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    fully correct the 1501 is the one to look for :thumbsup:

    the earlier with world renowned writing doesn't fit.
     
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  18. Mods I'm not really an ΩF mod but I play one on TV Jun 30, 2018

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  19. skipper Jun 30, 2018

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    Not sure if this is relevant, or just a manufacturing variation, but the red box that my '65 Ed White came in has a slightly deeper upper half / top, when compared to the red box that my SM De Ville came in. I'm not sure if the Ed White box was original to that watch, as I didn't know the 1st owner, but I know the SM box is the original one as my grandfather bought the watch new in '68 and we have the wallet, papers, and both inner & outer boxes. Could the Speedy inner boxes be slightly 'deeper' to accommodate the extra diameter of the chrono, as compared to the typical dress watches of the day?
     
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  20. padders Oooo subtitles! Jun 30, 2018

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    Yes. That is why you need box 1501, it’s deeper.
     
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