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srh_pres 3T WIS 
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Just pre-ordered this diver from a new startup company called Korsbek (located in Washington State).
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StephenF111 3T WIS 
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Nice. Reminds me of the Kobold Divers. |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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Looks like a nice diver Steve with all the right componentshand6.gif |
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Gregger 3T WIS 
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StephenF111 wrote: Nice. Reminds me of the Kobold Divers. Ditto...Let us know what you think when it comes in...... |
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ebiz4me 3T WIS 
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That one looks good Steve. Really like the simple dial and hands. It does look similar to a Kobold. I'm sure you'll post some pics after you receive it. Camera_photos.gi |
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chris s. 3T WIS 
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Sweet ,I also think it looks like a Kobold, thats a good thing IMOhand6.gif |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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It does have that "kobold-ish" appeal... and will post plenty of pics and impressions when I get it on my wrist... ;) |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Looks nice, Steve although I, like the others see Kobold in there... Final price of $850 is too much for an uproven imho, but I don't know jack about the company. Anything to distiguish this company from all the others? |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Nothing yet Mark... but I've taken chances on startups before, kept some, flipped some... so we will see. If Poul delivers on the product as advertised, I think I will be pleased with it... ;) Paxman wrote: Looks nice, Steve although I, like the others see Kobold in there... Final price of $850 is too much for an uproven imho, but I don't know jack about the company. Anything to distiguish this company from all the others? |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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srh_pres wrote: Nothing yet Mark... but I've taken chances on startups before, kept some, flipped some... so we will see. If Poul delivers on the product as advertised, I think I will be pleased with it... ;) I hear ya' buddy and please don't mistake my comments as negativity... I don't have the discretionary funds of a Baller like you!!  I'll be interested in hearing what you think!! |
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BobB 3T WIS 
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Looks good Steve Hope you enjoy it.Regards Bob:cool: Ticking away..the moments that make up a dull day. |
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teddyhanna Guest
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srh_pres wrote: Just pre-ordered this diver from a new startup company called Korsbek (located in Washington State).  Reminds me of the LM-6. The lugs are different on the LM-6. Steve cant wait to see it. |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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I ordered 1 too Steve!(hopefully #8 or lowest # available) with the black bezel....it has a nice look comparable to Kobold and IWC and I like any watch that is made by Fricker!...the fact that it has an eta in it really helped in making my decision as well as a nice introductory price for a watch that I am sure will meet all expectations! |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Cool Oscar... great minds... heh... am looking forward to seeing this one in the flesh... ;) oagaspar wrote: I ordered 1 too Steve!(hopefully #8 or lowest # available).....it has a nice look comparable to Kobold and IWC and I like any watch that is made by Fricker!...the fact that it has an eta in it really helped in making my decision as well as a nice introductory price for a watch that I am sure will meet all expectations! |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Yep Steve it looks and sounds like a solid watch run by a genuine person in Poul who has been keeping me in the loop via e-mail.....I did get #09! watch2.gifIn the under $1000. category it is hard to beat with all the features this watch has and from what I read this is a introductory price of $850. and will go up...I am looking forward to getting mine on my wristhand6.gif |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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I've been communicating with Poul also, seems like a great guy who hopefully has a winner on his hands (or rather on our wrists)... #47 with the stainless steel bezel will be heading my way. Will probably order the black bezel too when he sells them separately to give it a little change up... ;) oagaspar wrote: Yep Steve it looks and sounds like a solid watch run by a genuine person in Poul who has been keeping me in the loop via e-mail.....I did get #09! watch2.gifIn the under $1000. category it is hard to beat with all the features this watch has and from what I read this is a introductory price of $850. and will go up...I am looking forward to getting mine on my wristhand6.gif |
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DEMO Guest
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Yeah, I've been closely following the development on this watch as well. I have not done a pre-order yet, I need to see real photos before I do. It looks very promising. |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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For those of us who dig case backs.... |
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romano 3T WIS 
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If that looks half as good in metal as it does here, wow! |
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Dookie 3T WIS
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why does it show 'swiss made' on the caseback? fricker is german right? chris |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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I agree... am excited about this one myself... ;) romano wrote: If that looks half as good in metal as it does here, wow! |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Yes the case is fricker - but the case back marking is for the 'whole' watch which will meet the standards for 'Swiss Made'... ;) Dookie wrote: why does it show 'swiss made' on the caseback? fricker is german right? |
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KenC Admin 
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teddyhanna wrote:
I'll bet Mitch is really po'd that someone copied one of his "original" designs!  |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Korsbek is using a standard Fricker case for this one that is similar to the LM-6. And speaking of Mitch, there's a new offerring of the LM-2 in a smaller case (40 mm) that will be coming out this year... (pic from Ocean7 forum) |
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Dookie 3T WIS
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looked at this again the moment i woke up, 850$ is really an excellent price for a fricker made diver of this size. r they anymore left??? chris |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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It appears so, he is still taking pre-orders at his website...;) Dookie wrote: looked at this again the moment i woke up, 850$ is really an excellent price for a fricker made diver of this size. r they anymore left??? |
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IW 3T WIS 
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Good catch Steve and O; great minds think alike :) |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Thanks Marc.. ;) IW wrote: Good catch Steve and O; great minds think alike :) |
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teddyhanna Guest
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KenC wrote: teddyhanna wrote: I am ready to pull the trigger on this Korsbek. Does anybody have any input on what would be close to compare, what about "KENZO'S". I don't know Poul, but Steve (srh-pres) says he is a stand up guy and I see Oscar is ordering one and there current posts are convincing, but....hm..yes I have read the specs eta 2824 mov-work horse, 44mm bezel, 24mm lug, and fricker case. i like the dial, hands, black face, where the date is, the crown is cool. Kenzo has a fricker case, but his lugs swoop down. The Korsbek come straight (raw) down. I like both. The bottom line if this tank is going resemble the kenzo, then ya buddy I'm pumped, because Kenzo is a beast. For the price $850.00 with the bracelet "WOW". My question is the Kenzo the one to look at to get an idea?  I don't think Dave would mind I use his pixs, since his pixs are always awesome. Thanks Dave. Last edited on Tue Jan 1st, 2008 08:32 pm by |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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2 different watches Teddy....Fricker is a watch contractor that can buildcomplete watches or just cases for many manufacturers/brands and have many case designs ie: Sinn,Tutima,Hanhart,MarcelloC,Glycine,Oris,Timefactors,and the list goes on hand6.gif Fricker's German quality is known throughout the industry so the Korsbeck should be a winner just on that note....after these first 100 are sold the price is going up according to Poul ...so if anyone is on the fence they better get off cause once these are gone the $850. price is toowatch2.gif |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Alright I fell off the fence...hm..., I order one, I guess I better get over to Korsbek to see if I can get #14 or #20 Last edited on Tue Jan 1st, 2008 09:21 pm by |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Congrats Teddy... welcome to the OE club... ;) teddyhanna wrote: Alright I fell off the fence...hm..., I order one, I guess I better get over to Korsbek to see if I can get #14 or #20 |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Well Steve Poul just sent me a e-mail, I got #14. You know Steve thanks for the info on Poul and what Korsbek could be, I apprectiate the info you gave me, which weighed heavy in my descision. Thank You Oscar too, your comments sealed the deal for me, or maybe it was the wine I drank..hehe.... I did not get to watch the USC game today, because me and my son been trimming and cutting on one of our trees today. Ya there's my cardio today. I needed some Robert Mondavi (cabernet sanvignon) to relax, was on that about 7 hours. |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Congrats Teddy!....your'e gonna enjoy a Awesome watch imhohand6.gif |
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Eric L. 3T WIS 
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teddyhanna wrote: srh_pres wrote:Just pre-ordered this diver from a new startup company called Korsbek (located in Washington State). It may bear a slight resemblance to the LM-6, but thats where the differences end. The LM-6 costs more overall (when you factor in the bracelet which Ocean7 annoyingly charges extra for even though it probably costs $10 to manufacture) - I like O7 but the Korsbek is at a great price point and is the smarter buy here (esp considering its German made by Fricker, which if it matches my Kenzo, will be a great buy indeed). |
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canadajo 3T WIS 
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the bezel looks Tutima ....the face Kobald.... I like it alot ......how much does one save compared to a Nautilus ??? |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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and with a Rasmus-like bracelet... the pre-order is $850 CJ, but will go up - this is for the first 100 piece run only....;) canadajo wrote: the bezel looks Tutima ....the face Kobald.... I like it alot ......how much does one save compared to a Nautilus ??? |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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with it not being due until April the deposit is low enough for most WIS to plan ahead for a sweet watch imohand6.gif |
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esantelli 3T WIS
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I think the Korsbek represent a fantastic value when compared to some others mentioned The bezel width is 45mm similar to Kobold LSD, with a Marathon like configuration according to Poul, it really doesn't look anything like the LM6. The design id bezel dominant, curved 4mm crystal and very thick 17mm plus, i think the base case is very similar to the LSD Kenzo calls his watch 44m this is the case edge measurement not the bezel which is closer to 42mm, standard case from the Alphatime and Atlantis, very nice by the way, but different look For US based consumers Seattle locale is huge The German made Fricker case is an advantage over Asian sourced cases, O7,Nauticfish,etc, I know these are nicely made but would stick with Fricker. The mov't 2824, not sw200 The price is 850USD vs 890euros for the Kenzo The bracelet looks very similar to the Kenzo and the Rasmus The only issue with any of these projects is how much effort is put into regulating the movements, I have the Yao Blackwater which is the most accurate watch I own because Bill does a great job regulating them. My Enzo ran very fast but after Enzo regulated it it was spot on, my Bathys with the 2892 was incredibly accurate. I honestly think if these guys would take the time to check each watch post delivery and ensure they are running accurately, put them on a timing device and send the strip with the watch, this would be very helpful, fewer returns for regulation and good feedback. EDS |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Welcome aboard 3T - glad you found your way over to us. Good observations and I agree...;) esantelli wrote: I think the Korsbek represent a fantastic value when compared to some others mentioned |
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Crue4 3T WIS 
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It has an appeal, but when I look at it side by side with a Triton for instance.. I think the Triton has the better appeal... albeit NOT a Fricker, but it is a lower pricepoint. As for the Kobold likeness, that is what initially sparked my interest in it... but when I look at those 2 side by side.. it doesn't call me like the Kobold (even though I probably will not own one of those either). I am kinda up in the air. I have a feeling though that these will pop up on sales forum for less after release... .. I could be wrong but I think selling 100 will be no easy task... and that means the resell price will certainly be less. But I will say spec wise, it sure seems to be a very quality piece. |
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esantelli 3T WIS
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I actually own the LSD and Seal While the Korsbek is not as elegant a design, it does have some excellent design features, and for 1/4 the price tough to beat. Will you find one used ,very likely, just like the Kenzo's, Enzo's,Triton's they will pop up on the forums. It is rare that even the successful LE watches increase in value, the Dreadnaught, is a rare example, certainly the O7 LM1 is a better example they tend to sell roughly around the purchase price, even the recently sold Kenzos are roughly 100-150 less. One of the nice features is that Poul let's you pick bezels black or SS, and has plans for others, aka Stowa. I like the Triton , it just does not have the toolish look IMHO eds |
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Dookie 3T WIS
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In all fairness, credit to paul from korbek being a total gentleman n nice enuff person to talk to etc2, i think we can safetly assume the majority of people who preordered the watch is putting their trust not on korsbek but on frickers reputation. all the frickers cases ive handled or owned r really second to none in quality. if independents like ocean7 can charge 1k for a diver on a bracelet, design aesthetics aside i dun see how the 800odd $$ for the korsbek is not an instant give-away. In terms of profit margins, frickers is charging subtainally a lot more than their chinese counterparts. im really thinkin of getting one myself, just tryign to get a deal of another grial i had my eyes on for a while. chris |
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Eric L. 3T WIS
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Well put - I agree entirely. For a Fricker cased diver, its at a good price point. Ocean7 really elevated their prices with every new model, and its a little annoying to me how they charge extra for a bracelet which should be standard. Still, very nice watches though. I really like my LM-1. Dookie wrote: In all fairness, credit to paul from korbek being a total gentleman n nice enuff person to talk to etc2, i think we can safetly assume the majority of people who preordered the watch is putting their trust not on korsbek but on frickers reputation. all the frickers cases ive handled or owned r really second to none in quality. if independents like ocean7 can charge 1k for a diver on a bracelet, design aesthetics aside i dun see how the 800odd $$ for the korsbek is not an instant give-away. In terms of profit margins, frickers is charging subtainally a lot more than their chinese counterparts. im really thinkin of getting one myself, just tryign to get a deal of another grial i had my eyes on for a while. |
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Crue4 3T WIS
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I think the comparison to Ocean 7 is a valid one. I would bet that the Korsbek will be a better quality piece (if fricker is doing the entire piece and assembly) ... for a better price with bracelet... but that still doesn't mean it does anything for me... As for the Ocean 7 prices without bracelet... IF I was to get one.. it most certainly would be pre-owned. But Ocean 7 dials are too plain looking to me especially for the prices they charge (the dials are just cheap looking).. reminds me of the Bill Yao Dials that you can drop in most seiko's and eta 2824's installed $50 range... I will say the LM3 blue has some appeal for its unique color, although drawbacks are a small dial and average lume (which is a no no for me in a dive watch) . Bathys another company that amazingly is selling their watches for amounts that I find surprising folks are willing to pay ... Mother of Pearl Diver? I thought Invicta had the market cornered on that? As for my Triton comparison, it was simply that... it certainly is not more "toolish"... simply to my eye I think it looks better.. with that said I am positive that it shouldn't be as good of quality though as the Korsbek. I certainly would agree that anything made by Fricker is going to blow the doors off a Steinhart... I do look forward to seeing some on the used market... as at the right price I certainly would like to handle one in person. |
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esantelli 3T WIS
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That's what makes this hobby get everyone has their own of idea of what is desirable I actually think the Korsbek CAD drawings are not a very accurate indication of what the watch will look like, when compared to the Fricker spec drawings Poul has posted It will be interesting to see the prototype photos cheers eds |
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Crue4 3T WIS
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I think you are exactly right I look forward to seeing the watch in the "steel" when the prototype get to him. Who knows I am certainly not ruling out jumping in there ... |
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Dookie 3T WIS
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Yea Crue4, im right up there with up bout ocean7 being a tad bland though, but i guess that the direction they r goin, the signature ocean7 look. Im a bit weary of whether anything fricker will blow off all of the steinhart or chinese cased watches though, utimately fricker is just another case maker, if the same technique n equipment r applied, i dont see why one cant churn out similiar quality products. However fricker does have an impressive track record to at least settle the anxious hearts out there.i haven handled the triton personally but i got the steinhart pilot a while back and its a very very well made piece especially at the price point, i think not many on the market now that can upstage steinhart. cool10.gifcool10.gif chris |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Well here you go, from Poul himself. Look at the size of that bezel, "wow" yourock.gif Production Pictures Attached Thumbnails |
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Sydneydan Guest
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teddyhanna wrote: Well here you go, from Poul himself. Look at the size of that bezel, "wow" yourock.gif I think the fact that Poul has not only gone to the effort of making these photos available to us, but if you check out the Korsbek forum you'll see that even when it was an idea on paper, he asked for suggestions and discussion regarding all aspects of the design of this watch. There were extensive discussion about things like lug spacing, springbars vs screwmount pins, hands, bezel design, dial layout. What makes this project special is that those of us who took part in those initial discussions maybe feel in some small way that they helped with the development of the design. Its also exciting that along with the Fricker case, Poul did say that these watches would be regulated by Fricker on completion unless I misunderstood that thread. I think in this age of mass-production this is a rare opportunity to jump on the bandwagon of something unique that has the potential to be really special. I guess with pre-production, the old saying applies in that you buy the seller as much as the watch! After those first few pics, I'm really looking forward to mine! |
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teddyhanna Guest
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So far SYD the Korsbek design just "rocks". I am in for #14, but I don't see it ready until may-june. |
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Sydneydan Guest
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Yep, I think you're right---it'll be a wait, but hopefully worth it. I'm in for no. 54. |
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Dookie 3T WIS
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Thanks for the pics ted, looks good. hand6.gifhand6.gif chris |
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canadajo 3T WIS
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talk about a TOOL watch hearteyes.gif |
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dancingbear 3T WIS 
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Could one of you email me the link to Paul's website where the specs can be seen and a watch pre-ordered??? thanks |
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DEMO Guest
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I am so on the edge of a pre-order for this one. I would just like to see a real completed prototype and I think I will be convinced. The sum of the parts is really looking very promising. |
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captobvious 3T WIS 
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You and I are in the same boat, brutha! I'm SOOOO close to pre-ordering. I just want to see a more fleshed-out prototype... |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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The watch is made by Fricker in Germany and at $850. is a bargain compared to every other watch made by the same company at much higher prices imhohand6.gif ...the longer you wait the shorter the list gets and soon they will be sold out.....these are LE's of 100 and the next generation Korsbek will cost you more as Poul has stated |
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captobvious 3T WIS
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I have no doubts about it's quality. I'm sure it'll be a rock solid piece. It's just not singing to me in the drawings, but the production pics (particularly of the bezel) have me intrigued. PLUS I live in Washington and would have to pay stupid sales tax... Like I said, I'm REAL close to just ordering. I'm checking the Korsbek forum a couple times a day for more pics to push me over the edge! |
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DEMO Guest
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OK, so I have been following the development of the Korsbek brand and the Ocean Explorer since the beginning. I just went back through and re-read every thread and every post at the Korsbek forum. Then I came to the conclusion...... I need this watch. This is going to be such a winner how could I pass it up!! I just placed my pre-order for the SS bezel version. I can't wait to see a prototype shot when Poul has it ready. Here's to waiting for delivery. Cheers. |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Dave concrats.......yourock.gif and welcome bro to Korsbek family. Hey I think this tank has all the makings. Dave if I remember your a lume buff, this is going to have C3, which I'm sure, you know already. When I seen Oscar and Steve (pres) jumped on them first thing, it pushed me to the extreme of ya buddy. I read all the threads to, but I was not sure, so ya I seeked out Steve and he convinced me. Since then looking at those recent pix's...."wow" It's going to be interesting to see how that bezel ties into the case (how it looks). I like it, that there are options on buying another Bezel. Last edited on Thu Jan 31st, 2008 07:46 pm by |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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The more I see, the more I like... am glad we all got in on this one... ;) teddyhanna wrote: Dave concrats.......yourock.gif and welcome bro to Korsbek family. Hey I think this tank has all the makings. Dave if I remember your a lume buff, this is going to have C3, which I'm sure, you know already. When I seen Oscar and Steve (pres) jumped on them first thing, it pushed me to the extreme of ya buddy. I read all the threads to, but I was not sure, so ya I seeked out Steve and he convinced me. Since then looking at those recent pix's...."wow" It's going to be interesting to see how that bezel ties into the case (how it looks). I like it, that there are options on buying another Bezel. |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS 
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Very cool case back. May have to look into this or wait and snag one that someone dose not like. Have to decide if I want to kick a secondary watch I am thinking on now though.;) srh_pres wrote: For those of us who dig case backs.... |
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b2s 3T WIS 
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wow, did not realize we have a band of korsbek bros here. i am also in for #94 w/ss insert cool10.gif srh_pres wrote: The more I see, the more I like... am glad we all got in on this one... ;) Last edited on Thu Jan 31st, 2008 10:42 pm by b2s |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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#47 with SS bezel here... ;) b2s wrote: wow, did not realize we have a band of korsbek bros here. i am also in for #94 cool10.gif |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Cool Narin.....Congrats!....I'm #9 with a black bezelhand6.gif |
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b2s 3T WIS
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very cool indeed, O hand6.gif 94 was the year i came to the states. it will be hard to flip this one in the future unless something is major wrong with it. i can hardly see that coming though. :) |
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DEMO Guest
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Yep, I just got an email reply from Poul that I have #26 reserved. I asked for the lowest serial number that was still available. |
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Nordstrom 3T WIS 
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I am in with #31 (my wedding anniversary is on the 31st...which proved to be a great bonus when justifying the purchase to my lovely wife.) I cannot wait!!! Bouncy.gif |
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PoliceDog 3T WIS 
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#66 |
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MikeR2 3T WIS 
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Damn ! That IS nice ! So many watches.....so little dough. Story of my life. |
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Ron Jr 3T WIS 
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I really like this one. Makes me wish my watch budget wasn't so tight. |
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captobvious 3T WIS
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I couldn't hold out any longer, especially since there seems to have been a bunch of activity on pre-orders over the past few days. I'm in for number 35, black bezel. :) |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Eric, Narin, PoliceDog, and Capt congratulation's my fellow Korsbek bro's....yourock.gif "I so dig the wait" |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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I'll have to wait and see if someone maybe dose not like theirs. Living in state I would get stuck with paying state tax on it. It is a cool watch and looks like it is going to be very well built so I can only hope my luck continues. LOL :D :cool: ;) |
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captobvious 3T WIS
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I know, that sales tax thing sucks! Even with the tax, though, this watch looks like it will be an awesome deal! |
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Nordstrom 3T WIS
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Korsbek update...75 are currently reserved and 25 are still available. Given the news on ETA movements this looks like a better and better deal (or that's what I keep telling myself ;)). |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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I just may have to go for one. Maybe I can get my kid brother to go pick it up and bypass shipping? But to focas more on something like this or reset my sites back on my Chopard grail if not I just passed on a nice Ball Chrono and Formex GMT auto. So trying again to behave. But very happy I went after the watches I did the last 2 months. But I have a real good gut feeling about this Korsbek Ocean Explorer from what I have read and seen so far. ;) |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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Oh shoot... screw it. I fell off the fence and pulled the trigger. #41 OE. :cool: :D ;) yourock.gif |
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teddyhanna Guest
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You know John I hate to say this..cat28.gif I was just wondering if you could make it thru the weekend.. I guess well, "welcome to the Korsbek family" I am so glad buddy you jumped off that fence and went there...yahoo.gif |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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teddyhanna wrote: You know John I hate to say this..cat28.gif I was just wondering if you could make it thru the weekend.. Yea Teddy looking at it being fricker case and with what is going on with Eta movements this watch could shoot over $1000 before Summer if any are left. Many watch makers I hear are raising prices during and after Basel 2008 which is April 3ed thru the 10th. :shock: |
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I ordered #91 w/ SS bezel today and can't wait. I believe there are only 18 remaining serial #'s available. Bouncy.gif |
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ssmith wrote: I ordered #91 w/ SS bezel today and can't wait. I believe there are only 18 remaining serial #'s available. Cool! :cool: Yea I'm really looking forward to this. Poul seems to be a heck of a good fella and I have a good gut feeling about this watch. ;) |
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captobvious 3T WIS
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I'm getting more excited about this watch by the day, as is everyone judging by the increased activity over at the Korsbek forum. I wonder how many black bezel orders will be changed if it turns out the SS version is a solid, engraved bezel? |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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captobvious wrote: I'm getting more excited about this watch by the day, as is everyone judging by the increased activity over at the Korsbek forum. I wonder how many black bezel orders will be changed if it turns out the SS version is a solid, engraved bezel? Some folks may change the order. I just like the black better. Enhances the look of the dial to me. Depends on the dial if I like a SS or colored bezel. |
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captobvious 3T WIS
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It was a tough decision between the two. They both look great. I think I have the steel bezel look covered with my LM1 and my incoming Laco Diver, though! :) |
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Crue4 3T WIS
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So is the Stainless bezel not solid with engraved numbers... I thought it was and the black one was the insert? |
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Eric L. 3T WIS
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You had it right to begin with - the silver one is engraved, and the black one is an insert. Crue4 wrote: So is the Stainless bezel not solid with engraved numbers... I thought it was and the black one was the insert? |
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Man, I'm itching for this one. (I think they make some cream for that) Good to hear the SS bezel will be solid, I have it ordered with the SS bezel. I'm also glad Poul will be offering both bezels later on as an accessory. I'll probably purchase the black insert bezel too to to swap out for a different look from time to time. |
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Crue4 3T WIS
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Well I got an email from Poul last night saying that he has NOT confirmed the bezel thing yet... and will email me the answer as soon as Fricker confirms it.. He thinks that it is of course a SS with engraving... but cannot confirm yet. |
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Crue4 3T WIS
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This was 11:38pm last night 3/4/2008 from Poul. Hi Britt, I am still waiting for confirmation from Fricker regarding the bezel. I should know shortly. I will keep you updated. I do apologize for the inconvenience. Best regards, Poul Brix Poulsen |
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Eric L. 3T WIS
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I would imagine the related thread on their official forum at WUS would be the place to look for the latest updates on this topic. Crue4 wrote: This was 11:38pm last night 3/4/2008 from Poul. |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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all updates have and will be reported on 3T as there are many of us who have ordered.hand6.gif at last report I felt the bezels both black and silver would be inlays as 1st pictured....I will check with Poul who has been very kind and a true gentleman in supplying updated info to 3T....by the size of this thread I would believe interest in the Korsbek line of watches will be very popular here on 3Tyourock.gif |
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Crue4 3T WIS
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Eric L. wrote: I would imagine the related thread on their official forum at WUS would be the place to look for the latest updates on this topic. Well ... If you read on his official forum in his post so far... he says "I talked to my contact at Fricker today (which was yesterday) regarding the bezel. He was almost 100% sure that the bezel is engraved and not an insert. He will be in his office tomorrow and he will then now for sure. So it looks like it will be a stainless steel with black indices (engraved). I will keep you posted tomorrow." In my email to him last night.. he could not confirm either way on the bezel...I was simply providing the most current information... I suspect that it is indeed a SS bezel... but at this point that cannot be verified by Poul.. Hopefully we will know the answer soon... Personally if it is an insert, it looses some of its lure to me.. Last edited on Wed Mar 5th, 2008 02:17 pm by Crue4 |
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I'm in for my two. Can't wait 78 silver 81 black |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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Just saw a post at WUS from Poul and it is looking like these might be in for shipping the end of May. Let's keep our fingers crossed. If I have to I'll go down to Seattle to get mine. hehehehe :D |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS 
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Consider yourself lucky, Skip. You live closer to Seattle than I do.... Vancouver to Seattle via Insterstate 5 about 3-4 hours.coyote2.gif |
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duffy0401 3T WIS
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Or you could live on the other side of the country like me. Last edited on Fri Mar 28th, 2008 07:59 am by duffy0401 |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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Here's a Parody of a MasterCard Advertisement for Duffy: Airfare from Pennsylvania to Seattle...$375 per person Hotel Accomodations...$150 per night 1 Korsbeck Watch...Priceless Bouncy.gif |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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Simon_Leung wrote: Here's a Parody of a MasterCard Advertisement for Duffy: LOL I like it! woohoo.gif |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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Thanks Skip. |
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caesarmascetti Guest
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I'm thinking of buying the GMT version when it's available, but I have a question if the assembly is being handled in Germany, how can it be labeled Swiss Made? |
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duffy0401 3T WIS
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Simon_Leung wrote: Here's a Parody of a MasterCard Advertisement for Duffy: That is funny. I'd need two tickets though my wife is just as excited....ha ha |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Latest update from Poul on the Korsbekhand6.gif Hope all is well. I got an email from my contact at Fricker's yesterday. They now have all the parts for the Ocean Explorer, except for the bracelet. Next week they will start to assemble the proto type. I will call them on Monday for a full report. I will keep you updated. Hopefully we can get some pictures next week |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Thanks for the up date O, I like what I see so far......yourock.gif |
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teddyhanna Guest
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The time is coming, but if delays come up then I'm ready for that too....#14 I like that number.......yahoo.gif |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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teddyhanna wrote: The time is coming, but if delays come up then I'm ready for that too....#14 I like that number.......yahoo.gif #14 hmmm... I'm #41 :cool: Knowing how things go with Fricker I have already set myself to expect a later date and if it comes on time it will just be that much more joyful. ;) |
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teddyhanna Guest
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I agree with you John, I have learned the date is never the date. #41 is a good number.........yourock.gif |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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teddyhanna wrote: I agree with you John, I have learned the date is never the date. #41 is a good number.........yourock.gif 1941 was my Mothers year of birth. May she rest in peace. It is my adopted moms year too. So has some meaning. ;) |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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I waited almost a year for the Italian Precista LE and it was well worth it imho....and this Korsbek OE is looking like a definite must have watch at any price imho let alone what we paid!....and this wait has been a cake walk imoyahoo.gif |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote: I waited almost a year for the Italian Precista LE and it was well worth it imho....and this Korsbek OE is looking like a definite must have watch at any price imho let alone what we paid!....and this wait has been a cake walk imoyahoo.gif LOL yea I waited 9+ months for that Orsa 3T SA. :cool: Poul will be doing good if he can get the price of the next watch below $1600 from the sounds of what he will be doing. The OE could have been at a easy $1200+ ;) |
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teddyhanna Guest
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You know I could see the wait with Enzo when I first joined. I was counting on july, so any thing sooner cool. |
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Korsbek Ocean Explorer No. 22 ... Hopefully I'll have it soon. yourock.gif |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Latest update from Poulhand6.gif Today I got new pictures of the OE. I hope that you like them. I do apologize in getting them to you. We are still on track for end of May. The attached pictures are with the engraved bezel. I will get pictures of the black insert bezel next week. Fricker was not happy with the fitting of the bracelet to the case, so the bracelet will be delayed. We only want to make sure that it fits perfectly :) The OE will therefore ship with a rubber dive strap. Free of charge on me. The bracelet should arrive 4 weeks after you get the OE. I do apologize for the trouble, but I don't want to wait 4 weeks for the new bracelet to arrive, so Fricker and myself made the decision to ship the OE with a rubber strap. I hope that everyone understands my position. The base of the second hand is black :) The buckle of the rubber strap will be brushed to match the case :) If not please let me know. Have a great weekend :)      |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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Thanks much Oscar I had not taken a peak over their yet today. I am liking it and the rubber strap sure works for me. And a bracelet too. Awesome deal we are getting. ;) #41 with black bezel I can't wait well I guess I have to but hay looks like it will be very worth it. :cool: |
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captobvious 3T WIS
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Tasty stuff! The end of May will not come soon enough! And to think I was on the fence on this one!  |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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captobvious wrote: Tasty stuff! The end of May will not come soon enough! And to think I was on the fence on this one! Yea it sounds to me like Fricker is not holding back one bit with this baby. ;) |
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Gregger 3T WIS
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I'm a big dummy...... |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Sweet... thanks for sharing those Oscar... cant wait for #47...hand6.gifhand6.gif |
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Gregger wrote: I'm a big dummy......That makes two of us Greg... :shock: |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Thanks Oscar for the up date and the pix's, look awesome, Poul did a great job on the design. |
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zippofan wrote: Gregger wrote:I'm a big dummy......That makes two of us Greg... :shock: Make that Three |
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chris s. wrote: zippofan wrote:Gregger wrote:I'm a big dummy......That makes two of us Greg... :shock: Just be ready for the flippers Gentlemen.......they will be there. |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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Looks like we will be waiting till June now. To be expected from a quality watch maker like Fricker though. Poul's message at WUS.
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Crue4 3T WIS
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Tony Duronio wrote: chris s. wrote:zippofan wrote:Gregger wrote:I'm a big dummy......That makes two of us Greg... :shock: I likely will be one of them... For some reason I kinda think that the markers being "short" on the dial... (much shorter than the mock up pictures)... are gonna bug me.. |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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I don't know Crue...if the lume is as bright as I hear it will be do you think the indices on the dial being 1mm shorter will make a difference?....I think the way the minute hand lines up with them is right onhand6.gif |
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Crue4 3T WIS
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That is a pretty good point.. and I am hoping it is a keeper.. Do you remember reading that he was planning on using a "new C3 mixture" that is supposed to be actually a bit brighter than regular C3? Or was I dreaming that I read that? Is it the end of June yet? |
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Crue4 3T WIS
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You know this watch just screams "tool" which is why I like it so much.. |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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Crue4 wrote: That is a pretty good point.. and I am hoping it is a keeper.. I don't know if it is a new mix but it is going to be C3 Super Luminova. ;) So it should hve some sweet lume for us. :cool: |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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Well this popped to my mind so figured I'd bring it up. I don't think it's going to show up for June. Anyone say July or will it go to August due to how busy Fricker is? |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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I can wait however long it takes to make it perfect!yahoo.gif...the worst thing any WIS could do right now is pressure Poul and rush the completion.....no one wants this OE finished more than Poul imhohand6.gif |
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oagaspar wrote: I can wait however long it takes to make it perfect!yahoo.gif...the worst thing any WIS could do right now is pressure Poul and rush the completion.....no one wants this OE finished more than Poul imhohand6.gif Yea I think a few now have told him to take his time and get this baby right. Sounds like Poul and fricker so far are on top of every issue that has risen. Waiting for this one I feel will be very worth the wait. :) ;) :cool: Yet the kid in me says it won't be soon enough. LOL :D |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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received an e-mail from Poul last night and it looks like those of us who ordered the Black Bezel OE will be getting them next week!yahoo.gif...but still no bracelet :( Attachment: black_insert3.jpg (Downloaded 42 times) |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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Great looking watch. I can't wait.:) Was so hoping it would be here for this weekend. But it will be here when it gets here. Trying not to think about it much till I have a tracking number now. ;) |
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captobvious 3T WIS
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I'm so excited for you guys to finally experience your Korsbeks! It's one of my fav's for sure! smile8.gif ...plus I'm getting a black bezel, so it'll KINDA be like I'M getting a new watch, too! ;) |
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