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murphy j 3T WIS 
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Well, I have one of my grails now. My wife got me a 1996 Rolex Submariner 16610 for our anniversary. No pics yet, but will have some in a day or so. I'm so excited  . |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS 
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Have a very happy anny and Jeff how do you really feel? :cool: LOL :) :D |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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That's great buddy..and a Happy Anniversary to you and Mrs. Murph:D perfect.gif |
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omegaman41 3T WIS 
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Happy anniversary Jeff. You a very lucky man in many ways. cool10.gif |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS 
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I fondly remembered how murphyj wanted a Tudor Submariner,last summer. One year later, the real article appears,thanks in part to the Mrs. You deserve a standing ovation from all of us in gratitude. Make sure the Rolex comes with papers, to ensure authenticity. A very big congratulations indeed my friend and warmest wishes for your anniversary. Sincerely, Simon |
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Nabco 3T WIS 
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Congrats on your new Sub and you aniversary Jeff. |
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stew77 Admin 
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Congrats murphy!!! ....always very special to connect a special grail timepiece with a very special life milestone. Way to go!!! Looking forward to the pics. Congrats on the Submariner grail and your anniversary!! |
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apeogre 3T WIS 
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Hells yeah! Congrats on being home for your anniversary and your gift! |
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Paladin 3T WIS 
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Congrats on the Sub and have a Happy Anniversary  |
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murphy j 3T WIS
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Thanks guys. I tried getting some decent shots of it after the gunshow, but my photog skills aren't cutting it for me today. Consequently I have no pics to post at the moment, but I'll definately get some tomorrow when the light is better and get them up promptly. I've made a few observations on this watch and will include them along with the pics. Goodnight all and thanks again. |
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Graham 3T WIS 
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A watch and milestone to remember for years to come! Congratulations on both counts and enjoy in good health!smile8.gif |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Congratulations and how lucky you are to be celebrating an anniversary with such a wonderful wife. Enjoy the sub!yourock.gif and BTW:  |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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A BIG Congrats Murph!...and Happy Anniversary to you and your wife, Buddy! |
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murphy j 3T WIS
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS
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murphy j wrote:
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Paxman 3T WIS
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murphy j wrote: Dude!!face4.gif You so have to make those pix bigger!!:shock: Sweet sub! |
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murphy j 3T WIS
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A few quick observations about this watch.... The bracelet....Good comfort level and fine adjustment compared to most watches. I've got a better fit with this than my Seamaster. The bad side is that first impressions of the bracelet are that it's cheap and has a lightweight 'tin' type feel to it, but the comfort level overshadows this. Also, the divers extension doesn't lock into place inside the clasp. This annoys me whenever I take it off. The case....It's obvious to me that whoever cleaned up the case was a little aggressive on the top of the lugs. I can see brush marks. Otherwise in excellent condition. The dial/bezel...The bezel is tight. It took a little bit of effort to get the bezel to turn the first time, but loosened up appropriately once it was moving. The dial and crystal appear to be in excellent shape, but it appears the hands might have been replaced on a previous service. They lume on them looks newer, but maybe they've aged at a different rate than the dial. It was purchased from a local store that has made a reputation for over 2oyrs dealing pre-owned Rolex. It's obviously previously owned with an unknown sevice history, but seemingly fairly well taken care off considering it's over 10yrs old. Overall I'm just happy to have it and glad my wife has afforded me the opportunity to own such an iconic watch. |
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murphy j 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote:
I'll see what I can do, but I am 'technologically challenged'  . |
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murphy j 3T WIS
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Hows This? :D.   |
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scottran 3T WIS 
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Congrats Murph on scoring one of your grails!yourock.gif Happy anniversary to you and the wife also. |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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CONGRATULATIONS |
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Graham 3T WIS
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Murph You observations on the Sub are spot on. I do like the older version with the drilled lugholes for the springbars. That annoying extension can be held in place if you bend the clasp edges slightly. The later style bracelet feels a bit heftier due to the solid end links. |
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tombs 3T WIS 
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Big congrats on your grail, it looks great Happy anniversary to you and your wife |
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DM71 3T WIS 
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Congrats for the authentic iconic timepiece! One of the most influential model in the world, if not the most and we can easily see why, it's sooo beautiful. hand6.gif Nothing beets the original! ;) And Happy Anniversary |
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