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And now with new strap.... 1940s dual tone dial screwback

  1. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Aug 9, 2016

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    image.jpg Another minuscule 6-notched screwback which I couldn't miss, with a record mini price-tag.
    Couldn't open the case back, the reflections on the dial are very hard to photograph.
    Sadly the crystal is cracked but it looks identical to the one on its twin sister, and I suspect replacements are hard to find.
    Again, special thanks to the kind Norwegian gentleman who put me on the trail ;).

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  2. Jonatan Aug 9, 2016

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    Another nice find. Congratulations.
     
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  3. Darlinboy Pratts! Will I B******S!!! Aug 9, 2016

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  4. alam Aug 9, 2016

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    that's a cool looking pair you got there!

    :)
     
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  5. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Aug 9, 2016

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    Thanks gents, I had no plans for more of those, but some coïncidences are just too uncanny....
    I too might start to believe some odd "watch gods" are hidden somewhere. :rolleyes:
     
  6. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Aug 21, 2016

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    Now outfitted with a perfectly sized and beautiful vintage Bonklip bracelet, courtesy of the lovely Mr. @JimInOz.
    Thanks Jim, it's just what this watch needed.
     
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  7. Mark020 not the sharpest pencil in the ΩF drawer Aug 21, 2016

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    Very nice one!!!
     
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  8. GuiltyBoomerang Aug 21, 2016

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    Very snazzy! I should convince my partner to wear bigger watches if there are bracelets like that. Nice pick-ups @Syrte :)
     
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  9. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Aug 21, 2016

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    :thumbsup:

    That turned out very nicely, much better that it would look on me :D
     
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  10. alam Aug 21, 2016

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    Looks good! :thumbsup: Perfect wrist size to match the watch! ;) perhaps you can find shorter pins so the tip of these are not exposed..(maybe?)
     
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  11. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Aug 21, 2016

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    Thanks Alam, shorter pins are on the to do list indeed ... :)
     
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  12. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Aug 21, 2016

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    Funky.
     
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  13. barmy Aug 22, 2016

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    For me the space needs to be filled with the strap. I think a wider strap gives it a more complete look
     
  14. GuiltyBoomerang Aug 22, 2016

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    Ah but you see 'beauty is in the eye of the beholder...' and the beholder is @Syrte who has been spotted wearing both these bracelets and full-width straps.
    What a gal can do, guys might find only one option appealing...
     
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  15. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Aug 22, 2016

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    Thanks @barmy , I like the idea too but it's easier said than done as this requires a vintage women's size strap -an irregular 13mm lug width -- and I wanted something dark grey (matching the dial) and flat (as vintage requires).
    The best option I found so far is a 14mm non tapered pigskin strap, and I feared it might look weird on a 13mm lug.
    It would be an easier call if it were tapered.
    If anyone sees anything suitable... I'm a taker.
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  16. GuiltyBoomerang Aug 22, 2016

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    I have a bunch of ladies straps from a lot sale...will have a look in the morning :)
     
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  17. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Aug 22, 2016

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    What a great idea ;)
    Thanks so much!
     
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  18. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Sep 18, 2016

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    Now with a new crystal and a gray vintage leather strap. This watch was truly a great find (thanks again @Northernman)

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  19. barmy Sep 18, 2016

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    Nice choice....looks great
     
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  20. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Sep 18, 2016

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    That watch looks good on the strap but a the metal bracelet really gives it personality.
     
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