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beads of rice end links
I've finally had my father's early stainless Seamaster 353 (2627-4SC) serviced so that I can now wear it on a regular basis and have a nine row BoR bracelet for it (marked No. 12 and has the beveled links). It came with some aftermarket end links which looked cheap so I ordered 570 end links from Otto Frei thinking they would fit. They didn't, as the depth was not sufficient and the end doesn't contact the case (and subsequently flops around). It appears that I need 11 end links which also appear to be so rare as to be unobtainable. So my questions are, is the 11 end link what I need and does anyone know a source for same? If I can't get the end links I will either have to live with the look or go to a leather strap. Thanks for input.

Hello from Sacramento
Hi,New guy here from the suburbs of Sacramento.I am here to learn, but not really to collect.I'm at the point in life where I can afford a Rolex, and that's been a lifelong desire. I know there are more expensive watches and such, and yes, honestly, it is a status thing for me. But there it is! :-)I'm trying to learn as much as I can ahead of time, and looking for a couple places in my area (or members here perhaps in the Sacramento area) where I may be able to pick up a watch.I am not in any particular rush. I want to do it once, and do it right.So I'll be poking around here and there reading what I can.If anyone knows any places in the Sac area (or members here), shoot them my way.Cheers!

Hey Rusty, I Finally Got A Hamilton!
Just picked this up pre loved. I love it already! Hamilton Khaki Air Race GMTCase Diameter:42mmCase Thickness: 12mmPolished and brushed stainless steel case.Three different crowns on the case.Crowns embossed with Hamilton ¡®H¡¯ logoETA Automatic Self-Winding 2893 MovementRegular timekeeping with 3 handsAdditional hand for GMT time usageGMT Function: City display on lower internal rotating bezel. Upper internal rotating bezel moves the city display windowDate Display at 4 o'clock position.Swift second hand movement for accurate measurementOriginal Hamilton Black Dial with orange detailsLarge luminous Orange Arabic numerals Brand logo, Hamilton brand name and detailsl indicated on the dial200m(20bar) water resistanceSapphire crystalLuminous hands & indexSpecialized see through case-backPower reserve for up to 42 hoursMade in Switzerland

What's this doing on a vintage dial????
I recently came across this watch that looks like a Sea Glo or Sea XXXXX from the early/mid 60's. However, it has "SWISS" at the base of the dial which is suspicious for a pre-1969 Hamilton. Is it a later version Hamilton, or is it a bad redial / bogus piece? Thanks,Dennis

Watches that ¡®pop¡¯
Hi guys,I don¡¯t exactly know how to word my question. But I¡¯m after a new watch, I want something which grabs attention and feels special.What I mean by this, I own a few pieces, two of my favourites, the Tudor BB and JLC reverse ultra thin, however, on the wrist they are easily overlooked and it gets far less compliments than say my BLNR. I would describe the BLNR as being a watch that ¡®pops¡¯I¡¯m wanting a 3watch collection. JLC reversal ultra thin, DaytonaC and ....I¡¯m thinking of a day date in yellow gold, or a 15202. Any advice on the two or other watches which are statement pieces?Thanks. Sorry if my question isn¡¯t too clear.