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stew77 Admin 
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Ok...so one of my grail space pieces arrived today. I don't see too many of these around, but I have always really liked the Anonimo brand (their philosophy, vision, the way they build their timepieces, and for some of their more simple "entry level" models...the simple, understated design). I had an opportunity to pick up this Black Dial D-Date at a price I could not refuse, so I bit. This is my very first Anonimo and also my first with the ETA 2834 calibre (a cousin to the 2824 with day-of-week spelled out in full). This is definitely one of those that you need to hold in your hand to appreciate, but the case on this is simply spectacular from the varied finishes to the actual workmanship...stunning! Everything on this exudes quality (and it should based on the list price!!!)...from the case, to dial detail, to the lume, to the operation of the screw down crowns, to the amazing smooth feel when winding the ETA 2834...top notch all the way. Watch wears larger than the 42mm case dimension would suggest due to the case design. In a nutshell, VERY happy with this grail piece...a timeless design IMO, that I could pass down to generations. I'm loving it!!! Specifications: Movement - Automatic ETA 2834-2 modified with the day/date upsetting for better readability, soigné finish, 4 Hertz. Power reserve 40 hours. Functions - Hours, minutes, sweep seconds, full day and date displays. Date at h. 12, day date at h. 6 Watch Case - Sand-blasted and satinated AISI316 Plus stainless steel manufactured in three components; 42.00 mm diameter, screw locked back cover and bezel; screw locked crown at h. 3 and screw locked helium expulsion valve at h. 8. Domed sapphire crystal. Water Resistance - 50 ATM 51 ATA Dial - Oversized Arabic numerals, baton hands and indexes treated with luminous coating for superior day/night readability; full day window positioned at h. 6, date window at h. 12, concentric seconds/minutes scale toward center. Strap - Strap is secured to case with rod and double screw assembly. Manufactured and hand finished in patented Kodiak process calfskin to allow for extended immersion in fresh and sea water (24 continuous hours). Anonimo engraved on reverse of stainless steel buckle. Quick pics (in not so good lighting) will have to do...It is pouring rain here and we won't be seeing any sunshine for the next few days.    |
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Nabco 3T WIS 
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An awesome watch for sure, would love to see a wrist shot too....CONGRATS on a great pickup  |
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Willieboy 3T WIS 
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Very nice. I like the contrast between the brushed and blasted surfaces. |
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deadlyapp 3T WIS 
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yummy that's a great looking watch. |
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Jeep99dad 3T WIS 
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Awesome. I'm glad I "made" you post up your arrival tonight:) great looking watch!!! You are on a roll with great arrivals recently but this one takes the crown! Wear it in good health and post more pics! Wrist shots would rock:) cheers. Brice |
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stew77 Admin
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Nick, Willieboy, deadlyapp, and Brice...thanks guys for the kind words and congrats!!! Nick & Brice - I owe you guys some wrist shots, but not tonight...I will post some up though when I get some time... Brice - Thanks for the extra arm twist to post tonight amigo!!!  I expect you to do the same once your incoming pieces arrive my friend!!!dancing.gif  |
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ndburley 3T WIS 
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 need I say more? |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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Man, dude...you are lighting up the new arrival section. Love that pieceEnjoy it buddy  |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Congratulations Chris that is just beautiful. I'm very happy for you! |
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ericf 3T WIS 
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WOW now your in trouble....congrats....When i got my first Anon, it turned into 2 just a few weeks later...THEY RULE! |
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Hammerfjord Moderator 
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Nice piece! |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS 
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Sweet! Big congrats. |
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natevan70 3T WIS 
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Very cool! I love that case |
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Paladin 3T WIS 
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What's not to love!! Congrats Chris! |
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watchdaddy1 3T WIS 
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I too love the simplicity of the dial.LOOKIN GOOD. .Big congrats |
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stew77 Admin
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Neo, Tony, Mark, Eric, William, Skipdawg, Nate, Bill, and Watchdaddy...thank you so much for the continued kind words and congrats. Eric - that's what I'm afraid of...nice first experiences with well built pieces tend to suck you into the brand for another taste.  I'm liking the understated and classic styling of this one a whole lot. ...and Brice and Nick, here's a Q&D wrist shot...sorry, no sunshine in Colorado today...we are seeing snow!!!  Last edited on Wed May 12th, 2010 11:08 am by stew77 |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS 
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Big Congrats, Chris. Mark's right. past 3 days you've been lightin up the New Arrivals section and contributing to the strength of the Euro. That watch will serve you well and for sure the strap will last a very long time. Fully-spelled days are not common in that exact spot on the dial. Enjoy it in good health, amigo. |
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IanM 3T WIS 
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YAY, Chris - that's a beautiful watch, mate. Enjoy! IanM |
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stew77 Admin
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Thanks for the continued congrats Jeff and Ian! Jeff - agree with your comment regarding the full day and date configuration (especially in a 500m rated diver!). These kodiak straps are indeed very, very robust and well made, but they taper from 22mm at the lug to 20mm at the buckle and this piece is really asking me for a non-tapered 22mm strap, so I've got a couple incoming from Rich at Toshi straps that should do the trick. Last edited on Thu May 13th, 2010 11:13 am by stew77 |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS
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Chris, take it from me....in a couple of months, from daily or regular wear, that case patina will change to a nicer luster. I can't describe it but you'll discover it for yourself. The case will look better with more use, more sweat drops and daily gunk. |
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stew77 Admin
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bigrustypig wrote: Chris, take it from me....in a couple of months, from daily or regular wear, that case patina will change to a nicer luster. I can't describe it but you'll discover it for yourself. The case will look better with more use, more sweat drops and daily gunk Very cool Jeff...one thing that I became keenly aware of when getting this one in my hand was the amazing case finishing on these Anonimos (even for this entry level piece) - not just the variation of multiple finished used on the case which is way cool, but the final workmanship on the case really stands out. I understand that all these cases are cnc machined from a solid billet of material, and then handfinished to the final product and it shows! I'm very much enjoying the simple, understated, design of this one. |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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Congrats Chris on a absolutely awesome Anomino Buddy! |
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