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  1. ag986 May 31, 2018

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  2. sliceoftime_ May 31, 2018

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    Polerouter today. IMG_20180531_175032_548.jpg
     
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  3. dougiedude Carpe horologium! May 31, 2018

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    Going thin today:

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  4. Dan S May 31, 2018

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    1960s Benrus Sky Chief, with a Valjoux 71 inside, if I recall correctly.

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  5. Gaz6263 May 31, 2018

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    Just returned from having the numbers relumed
    image.jpeg Mr Freese has a very steady hand.
     
  6. airansun In the shuffling madness May 31, 2018

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    Transitional day.

    I love how pristine this watch is!

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  7. dougiedude Carpe horologium! May 31, 2018

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    Later Sky Chiefs had those inside, so that seems right.

    Most had the Venus 178 until Breitling began using them up in their Navitimers in the mid 50's, so Benrus went to Valjoux.

    Here's a good overview of the Benrus Sky Chief movements/models:

    http://mansfinelife.com/2014/03/26/watch-collectors-notebook-benrus-sky-chief/

    ...and a quick pic of my ‘40s Sky Chief and its Venus 178:

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  8. MG-Speedy May 31, 2018

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    Seiko time - so comfortable with light titanium case...
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  9. rkman11 May 31, 2018

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    My 1501 with perfectly patinaed blue sigma dial! (I will change the date... after I stare at that sweet sweet open 9 for a few more minutes!)

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  10. hotsauz May 31, 2018

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    Speedy modified with Gemini IV dial and hands, now on an 1171 bracelet. Lovely combination!
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  13. Wivac Terribly special May 31, 2018

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    Because blue.
     
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  15. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. May 31, 2018

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    Connie Thursday.
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