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BENARUS 3T WIS 
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What name for the #3 REMORA or TARPON Poll goes over 7 days |
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captobvious 3T WIS 
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I had to pick Remora. "Tarpon" sounds too much like a feminine hygiene product... at the risk of being crass. :shock: |
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Wrath of Kwon 3T WIS 
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I have to vote for Tarpon, b/c I suggested the name. Tarpon is one of the fastest fish in the ocean and the Remora is a parasite, even though Remora is a pretty cool name. |
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sooner76 Guest
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Googled a few photos of the parasitic remora attached to a host and it was kinda creepy. So gotta go with Tarpon - a noble breed of sporting fish. (Ralf - is my Sea Devil blue #2 just about ready?) |
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Wrath of Kwon 3T WIS
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REMORA Attachment: Remora.jpg (Downloaded 217 times) |
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Wrath of Kwon 3T WIS
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TARPON Attachment: chris-170-tarpon.jpg (Downloaded 218 times) |
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captobvious 3T WIS
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Now if that Remora was attached to the guys WRIST we'd really be on to something! ;) |
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Nizzler 3T WIS 
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Last edited on Wed Jan 21st, 2009 04:56 pm by Nizzler |
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Michael 808 3T WIS 
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Well, being the "speed freak" type, I gotta vote on Tarpon... yourock.gif |
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pessep 3T WIS 
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I will vote for REMORA  because its actual image is more aggressive and stronger than TARPON. Here are some explanation of the fishes...REMORA: Any of several marine fishes of the family Echeneidae, having on the head a sucking disk with which they attach themselves to sharks, whales, sea turtles, or the hulls of ships. Also called shark sucker, suckerfish, suckfish. TARON: Any of several fishes of the family Elopidae or Megalopidae, especially a large silvery game fish (Megalops atlanticus) of Atlantic coastal waters. Last edited on Wed Jan 21st, 2009 08:38 pm by pessep |
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Remember2 3T WIS
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"Remora" mostly because it just "looks" better. Last edited on Thu Jan 22nd, 2009 02:25 am by Remember2 |
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sunster 3T WIS
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Have to admit...neither of them really rock my boat...are Benarus trying 'too hard' with these two names as the candidates? Is the future line up all going to be named after fish, afterall there's already the Baracuda? |
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sunster 3T WIS
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Have to admit...neither of them really rock my boat...are Benarus trying 'too hard' with these two names as the candidates? Is the future line up all going to be named after fish, afterall there's already the Baracuda? |
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Ripcode Guest
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As the lesser of two evils, I went with Tarpon. However... I don't like either choice.... :? |
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Wrath of Kwon 3T WIS
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I had originally suggested "Sea Lion" which dives to a depth of 500 ft (which is the depth rating for this watch, too). I don't think Ralf liked it very much. |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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I think the name is not so important as it isn't written anywhere on the watch but I need them to differ the models. Numbers would be more simple, but also a bit boring imo and a fish name matches for a diver watch When you speak the name REMORA or TARPON it doesn't sound so bad I guess Sure Stingray sounds better, but there are already to many Stingrays on the market But I am open for name suggestions for Benarus #4 (also non fish names) The #3 has a depth rating 500m and not 500 Ft like the Sea Lion can dive to. (I say this to avoid any questions about the depth rating) I didn't say I don't like it but I don't want a Sea Lion after a Sea Devil;) |
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JDBuckwell 3T WIS 
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sunster wrote:Have to admit...neither of them really rock my boat...are Benarus trying 'too hard' with these two names as the candidates? Is the future line up all going to be named after fish, afterall there's already the Baracuda? I have to agree... REMORA sounds like a prescription drug to help you remember if you took your Viagra, and TARPON sounds like a feminine hygiene product (no further description needed I'm sure). As they say, "there are plenty more fish in the sea" ...some with more striking names than others. But to properly answer the posted question... I'd go with RAMORA. |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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At the moment all looks like we are on schedule, but I don't know when your #2 will be made, but the PVD coated watches are the last which are ready. I was told the coating needs about 10 days and if it is not ok it will be done again and that can cause a delay. I think the REMORA is only a bit lazy, that is why he sucks on other fishes;) sooner76 wrote: Googled a few photos of the parasitic remora attached to a host and it was kinda creepy. |
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Wrath of Kwon 3T WIS
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You are correct, sir. |
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canadajo 3T WIS 
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Tarpon is my vote .... they are awesome fish to catch as they fight hard |
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sunster 3T WIS
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I know Ralf may feel the name isn't that important but I would beg to differ. The name of the watch should encapsulate the personality of the watch, and be good enough to capture the imagination of new buyers. The two names don't do it for me....I hope the sound of it isn't lost in translation. |
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sooner76 Guest
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I was about to second Ralf's opinion that it's not all that important since the name isn't on the watch. But Sunster makes an excellent point. Like it or not, the name impacts perception and perception impacts sales. For Ralf's sake and all of us who love his watch creations, the Tarpon, or Remora, or whatever it's called, needs to appeal to buyers on all levels. I don't recall any debate about the Barracuda or Sea Devil names. Everybody loved 'em. But nobody seems to be loving these. Perhaps that's a sign that the search should continue. Why don't we give Ralf some alternatives? Maybe we can come up with something he and everyone on the forum loves, and if not, no harm done, right? |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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I must admit my favorite Doxa was always the Sharkhunter because of its name, so ok Tell me you suggestions and the forum members will decide about the new name. Remora and Tarpon will stay available but I will add your suggestions . The person who has suggested the winning name will get a BENARUS 4 watch case and a leather strap at his choice as prize. Strap and case will be shipped same time as the Sea Devil , because they are not ready yet. Lets start and send your suggestions, maximum 3 for each member |
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sunster 3T WIS
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Will have to put my thinking cap on for that! Just wondering...is there a reason why Benarus doesn't put the names on the watch? |
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sunster 3T WIS
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Very difficult job and I don't envy watch makers in this respect. Obviously you have to also have to take the look of the watch into account. Not easy. I'll start with my three suggestions 1. Maritimer 2. Pontus 3. Tigershark (seeing as Ralf likes sharks!) Fingers crossed |
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sooner76 Guest
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OK, here goes: First idea - staying in the aquatic life category, how about the BENARUS SAILFISH . . . seems to fit with the softer, smoother profile of this design versus previous models (and it appears no one using it). Second idea - something I haven't seen any other dive watch maker do . . . naming watches after the world's most popular dive sites. This leads to possibilities such as BENARUS BONAIRE . . . BENARUS PROVO . . . BENARUS GRAND CAYMAN . . . you get the idea. |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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fine, the first input thanks where did you see that I like sharks?? Tigershark is already a watch brand so maybe not the best choice to avoid any trouble sunster wrote: Very difficult job and I don't envy watch makers in this respect. Obviously you have to also have to take the look of the watch into account. Not easy. I'll start with my three suggestions |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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I like the sailfish, a very nice fish and I also haven't heard from a watch with this name Bonaire sounds also interesting Grand Cayman or maybe only Cayman Provo I don't know, and if I google I find nothing with diving:? sooner76 wrote: OK, here goes: |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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I would say we collect suggestions over the whole weekend and on Monday I start a poll with all names incl. Tarpon and Remora for 2 days and than the top five come in the final poll. I guess this is fair and we have a name for the #3 within the next week Please no more votes on the actual poll they make no sense |
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sooner76 Guest
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Sorry . . . "Provo" is short for Providenciales, part of the Turks and Caicos Islands in the British West Indies. After Bonaire, perhaps the most popular dive site in the Caribbean. Serious divers would get it. |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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Thanks, that helps, but you are right we should use only the short Provo |
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sooner76 Guest
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Right, because that's how it's known. Divers, tourists, local residents, etc. all call it Provo. The other hot spot for diving in the Turks & Caicos Islands is just off the west coast of Grand Turk Island. You could also consider more exotic diving locales like the Red Sea, Galapagos, Vanuatu, etc. |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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I really like these names but I do not suggest any more. I am curios about the response from the forum members and I will accept the winning name |
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sunster 3T WIS
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sooner76 wrote: Right, because that's how it's known. Divers, tourists, local residents, etc. all call it Provo. I shoul;d let you know that Provo is the nickname of the loyalist protestant paramilitary group in Northern Ireland. Not sure its a wise idea to use a name of a terrorist/ freedom fighting army. |
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sunster 3T WIS
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BENARUS wrote: fine, the first input thanks Sorry I got confused when you said you liked the sharkhunter. |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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No problem, you have another one to suggest if you want because Tigershark is an existing watch company so I don't want to use it. Thank you for the advise with Provo |
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Ripcode Guest
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My suggestions: 1. Kracken 2. Moray 3. Hammerhead |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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Fine, Moray and Hammerhead was also on my list Ripcode wrote: My suggestions: |
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hucky 3T WIS 
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Cayman got my attention hand6.gif Tortuga Diablo |
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sooner76 Guest
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Tortuga . . . good one! |
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Ripcode Guest
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hucky wrote: Cayman got my attention hand6.gif The only problem with Diablo is that it means Devil in Spanish. |
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Jeff T 3T WIS 
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Two that were suggested that I really like: Sailfish & Bonaire... My suggestion: STARFISH |
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Nick4 3T WIS
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For some reason, "Sailfish" really seems to fit the sort of retro style of the cushion case. Also, the sea foam colored dial with the name sailfish almost seems natural. I can't explain it very well, but I saw sailfish and thought "man, that really fits." Just my 2p |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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I voted for Remora because it was unusual and something someone would have to ask a question about as far as what it is....I am a bit tired of the same old names or variables being used by every new watch company popping up with no imagination and the name Remora is refreshing and truly different/unique imho... looks like most of the members voting seem to like the ring of it as well yahoo.gif |
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CRO 3T WIS 
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Okay -- my suggestions: 1. Wahoo 2. Man O'War 3. Megalodon -- of course, that would have to be one beefy watch to carry that name. Cheers Ryan |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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I put Wahoo and ManO'War on the list you are right, for Megalodon it should be more beefy CRO wrote: Okay -- my suggestions: |
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broadarrow 3T WIS 
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My suggestions are:
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GGD 3T WIS 
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I'll throw my three "Aussie" suggestions into the ring :) "Flathead" "Snapper" "Shadow" By way of explanation, the Flattie is a very popular native AUS fish caught in the bay and most coastal waters off AUS. It fights hard, has a wicked, sharp spike on either side of it's head that hurts like hell if it gets you.. and is great to eat! Similar kind of reasons for the Snapper... and just for something different the Shadow... you know what I'm talking about? That shadow that appears above you out of nowhere when you're diving and frightens the #$%^ out of you :D Cheers! |
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sunster 3T WIS
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I think there is a obsession with fish in this forum! Why not call this watch Ocean Obsession (double O) Last edited on Tue Jan 27th, 2009 10:16 am by sunster |
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Ginner 3T WIS
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If I had to chose from the two it would be Tarpon... bcuz...big and shinny is better than small and suckey. However, I do think the name should reflect the watch...this one has a smoother styling than the Sea Devil and Barracuda, and has a Panny feel - therefore would suggest: Rondinella Di Mare (Dark Winged Flying Fish of the Med.) or Rondinella for short! mare Last edited on Tue Jan 27th, 2009 11:18 am by Ginner |
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sooner76 Guest
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BENARUS wrote:I think the name is not so important as it isn't written anywhere on the watch I'm really not bringing this up to complicate things or to make any request whatsoever of Ralf, but all weekend while the site was down I kept thinking about the line above. Other than Marathon, some pilots, vintage Panerai and their clones, I can't think off the top of my head of any watches other than the Barracuda and incoming Sea Devil (and, presumably this new Benarus model) that DON'T have the model names on the watch. Maybe you veterans can think of some, but I can't. I know I'm going to love my Sea Devil, but it makes me wonder -- would I love it even more if it came with the Sea Devil model name on it? Seriously, just a rhetorical question that isn't asking anything of Ralf, but I was curious about what others think. |
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Remember2 3T WIS
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Dolphinwoohoo.gif Marlinyourock.gif Catfish  |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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 Flathead and Snapper will be addedShadow not because O7 has already a LM4 Shadow No more suggestion please the poll starts soon I have also removed Tigershark because there is already a watch company with this name Provo because of the terroristic group Megalodon because #3 is to small for this name all other suggestions will be available ( I hope I didn't forget one) |
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CRO 3T WIS
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I agree with you. I was a little bummed when Debaufre took the "Triton" off the dial for their newer model. However, they do have the name incorporated in their caseback design. Hopefully Benarus will get to a point where there are so many designs that even Ralf will have trouble remembering the model's name. :) Truth be told, the caseback design is my favorite part of the watch--and the current design with the dolphins is very good. If the budget does not include new caseback designs, maybe the name could be put beside the serial number? No deal breaker either way. I just believe the a cool caseback design adds a uniqueness to each watch, making the front and back a piece of art. With that all said, the previous, the current, and the future line of Benarus watches are impressive and I look for many more in the near future. Cheers, Ryan sooner76 wrote: BENARUS wrote: |
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sooner76 Guest
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CRO wrote:I agree with you. I was a little bummed when Debaufre took the "Triton" off the dial for their newer model. I didn't realize that. Guess I'm lucky to have gotten the first generation Triton. With that all said, the previous, the current, and the future line of Benarus watches are impressive and I look for many more in the near future. Agree 100%. |
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Rhino-Ranch Guest
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Ralf, Keep everyone happy.... Benarus # 3 officially named: Black dial = REMORA Silver dial = Tarpon. Pantone Blue dial = Wahoo |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Montauk you may want to check this thread out :D http://www.timetechtalk.com/view_topic.php?id=15108&forum_id=51 |
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Rhino-Ranch Guest
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So, you are saying that MORAY should be the name on account of the vote results? I have no problem with that...however, personally, I still like Wahoo as it is the fastest game fish in the sea, great eating, and distinctive with silvery sides blue & gray stripes. I've seen my share of Moray Eels and they are quite vicious looking. Tarpon is a great game fish and the silver dial reminds me of a Tarpon. Of course Ralf seems to have indicated his preference for Remora which is good too...particularly if you consider the concept of wrist-attachment as some what akin to a fish attaching itself to a shark, turtle, sunfish or whale. Remoras are not technically considered a parasite because they are not invasive, and cause no harm to the host. Some information suggests that the Remora removes parasites from the host. Anyway, I've given this more thought, and I've decided (as if anyone cares) that the only name, the very best name is BONITA...also spelled Bonito  Bonita is a member of the Tuna and Mackerel family of fishes. It is probably pound for pound the greatest fighting fish in the ocean. A 6 - 8 pound Bonito can strip a 10 weight rod and bend it like a pretzel. Bonita is a beautiful fish. Bonita in Spanish and Portuguese means beautiful. So, my fellow desk diving friends, fish aficionados, arm-chair watch designers, and devoted fans of BENARUS my final vote, if acceptable, is ... BONITA = beautiful[img]http://www.timetechtalk.com/images/emoticons/  [/img]thanks Ralf |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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Sure Bonita is also a nice name and a interesting fish, but it is to late for the poll now. 3T members have suggested the names and they also gave their votes. I seems like moray is the favorite and so it will be called Moray. I still have enough ideas for other watches and all these need a name. It is just a question of time;) |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Hey Ralf Moray sounds great to me.......hand6.gif |
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Rhino-Ranch Guest
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Ralf... Thanks for your reply. I am very much looking forward to getting a MORAY in Pantone 313? Jim |
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Ripcode Guest
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BENARUS wrote: Sure Bonita is also a nice name and a interesting fish, but it is to late for the poll now. Whoo Hoo! Since I suggested the name "Moray" as one of the choices , does that mean I win! :) |
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