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When did you pick that up? Graham is a distinctive and hot watch brand for sure. Good for you! :noon

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Jsut picked it up 3 days ago! Very excited!

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How big is the case? Is Graham the actual manufacturer, or is that same manufacturer as Arnold & Son?

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To my understanding, Graham and A&S are linked. The case of this Graham is 46mm plus about 7mm for the trigger apparatus. But, I should be fine. Because my 48mm super avenger looks regular on my big wrist.

I was originally going to buy an Oris Titan C... But, my wonerful wife approved the Graham since she knew it was one of my grails.

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I was asking because they look similar. You're another league over the Oris Titan now. Looks like you could rock a couple of different color straps on the Graham and would all look nice. I could see a burgundy or brown croc working well.

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Just a quick question...

Does that graham model come with a silver release trigger? All of the panda dial Graham's I have seen come with a black/pvd trigger release.

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I am not that familiar with Graham's but here is an example of a gen:

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I have seen them with both. the #563 has the silver trigger.


Yeah, i was happy for her approval. she's such a pushover

as for straps....
I bought this one in anticipation:

http://www.ezp.sectime.com/secimages...02_24mm_l2.jpg

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Here is my watch collection at the moment.

Luminox Black Ops Carbon 8800 Series
http://i.imgur.com/DF0CB.jpg

Luminox Navy Seal Colormark 3050 Series
http://i.imgur.com/gIpJ6.jpg

Citizen Eco Drive Promaster Depth Chronograph
http://i.imgur.com/TXZWt.jpg

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Ok, so I did some more researching. Is your Graham model# 563? Because as far as I can tell, they individually number Graham's.

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I was not aware that they were individually nubmered. In that case, i will look at mine when i get a chance. that makes sense that the seller told me it was numbered. i thought it was an aditional reference! ha


how do you research individual numbers? or, how did you find that out?

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Very nice piece brother :tu

I looked at one or two just never pulled the trigger

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Nice play on words!!

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I would guess that you could contact Graham watches about the numbering system.

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There has to be a model number and then an individual number on the side or case back. This is nothing particular to Graham. If you don't see a reference or model number, then number indicated is the individual number.

It is best to contact Graham and make them aware you are the owner (or new owner if bought used) for reference of theft, warranty, swag, etc...

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Yeah, i will have to contact them. This watch is NOS from a dealer on Chrono24 that includes all boxes, papers, and docs. The watch has an individual number of 777.

I will contact Graham and figure that out... i hope.

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Does the paperwork numbers coincide with the watches numbers and details?

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Graham's US operation is referencing my serial number with what GHQ has on file.. could take up to 4 days they said... But, by the simple pics i sent KEn at GUSA he thinks it is real. I looked through the owners manual/passport. seems legit. I sent some of the pics to govberg's in PA and they think it checks out. Regardless, i have 90 days to do a chargeback on my credit card.

here are a few more pics.

http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...07428580_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-...61801541_n.jpg

http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...53891294_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-...37954294_n.jpg

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If you bought it from a major vendor on that site, I would assume it's real. I would not worry much about it. These sites would not work if fake watches were being peddled. Get the paperwork done so it's official you own it. Buying watches both expensive like yours and even super expensive is an everyday event. I would've expected a croc strap, but I am not that familiar with the brand.

Was it a US based vendor?

When was the warranty card stamped?

When was the manufacture date?

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That is a bad ass watch!! I love it!

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My current diver

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Anyone have any experience with Suunto watches?

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Lots of guys at work have them, I have never owned one though, sorry.

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Do you know if they've had any issues with them? I mean are they reliable?

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I think so, what about a G-Shock? What functions you looking for?

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Not really sure :r Its been a while since I've worn a watch. I'm not typically nice to my gear and expect it to work anyway. The Suunto I was looking at is the X-lander. I like the features it has. If this is more of show what you got thread then maybe we should move it to banter?

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I've never heard of the Suunto before, did a quick google and yeah, it looks a lot like the G-Shocks. Nice looking watches.

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Vendor was in Reus Spain

Warranty is gone. the watch is NOS from 2006. I can still register it as it did come with the "passport" (grahams info book with model info, warranty info, etc).

I talked with Graham USA... i am debatign sendign the watch in for an authenticity check... it will cost about 125.00 to do (40 ship, 50 check authenticity, 40 ship back) I should probably do it.

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How could the warranty be gone if it's still new? Was it an authorised dealer? Is it an expired warranty that was already stamped? Seeing how the watch has been idle for almost 6 years, you should have it serviced if sending to Graham. Oils muck up after time within the movement.

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Absolutely gorgeous!

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AD that went under... selling off all old stock.

they are trying to start up again per our conversations.

Thats a great idea about the servicing. I will send it to the US service center in NYC.

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Beautiful watch. It should match well with this ...

http://www.famous-smoke.com/cigars/s...-TABLE-400.jpg

:D

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Absolutely my favorite lighter, I use that more than my DuPont!

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Hehehehe

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You'll end up saving money as they'll authenticate it by servicing it. The only downside is their may be a lengthy queue to get it back. One time I had a watch serviced by the USA rep took months, but I hear Rolex can turn a watch around pretty quick. There's not that much labor (in hours) to do the work.

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Double post

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Well, on Thursday I shipped it out to Graham USA's service center in NYC and they called me yesterday to tell me that it is a real watch. I'm happy.

Oh, and they are water testing and cleaning the inner movement.

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Ive wanted to start but i cant bring myself to wear anything els than my scratched banged up Rotary i got about 10 years ago.

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That must be a sigh of relief! Ask them for a written appraisal as you'll need to schedule your watch for home owner's insurance & they'll need the appraisal.

I remember when I bought an IWC online back in 1997 from Malaysia, it was still pretty new (buying watches online) and it was a bank transfer to them. You could imagine how nervous I was back then!

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yep, happy as a clam!

They are also writing an appraisal. I have been lazy, i have 2 other watches i need to insure.

In other news... i made my first strap.Buckle is in the mail. 26mm (but i dont own a panerai)

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-...88043056_n.jpg

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-...29002617_n.jpg

They will get better over time.

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Forgot to post my Anniversary/Valentine's gift. Yeah guys I did it right. Married on Valentine's Day.

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a91...rell/photo.jpg

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:O

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I made my own strap... Leather is fun to work with... though i suck at this point.. I will get better.

http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-...18022781_n.jpg

http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...96872010_n.jpg

http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphot...59869972_n.jpg

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I can't even tell you how many times I've looked at that watch. A week or so back I found a site that had a smokin hot deal on it and still didn't pull the trigger. Is the face the same shade of orange as the band? In all Invictas stock photos, the orange seems different.

Great looking watch man.

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F that man, that strap looks fantastic!

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:tu

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I only have a cheap Fossil watch, love your nice watches fellas! Always wanted to have a nice watch collection but still can't justify spending that kind of money on one, gorgeous though. Bobby that strap is very good looking brother!!!

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Some paisley tooling on dark brown leather would look real unique and "British" to go with your brand's namesake. Is that a on piece of leather of two bonded together? Hard to tell in picture

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It is a 4mm thick single piece.

Thanks for the kind words guys... i see the flaws easily as i was the creator.

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I'm the same way with my woodworking.