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BENARUS 3T WIS 
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The Megalodon early pre order starts now. Everybody who has reserved and wants to order please send the $250 deposit via paypal to megalodon@benarus.com please use only this email address for the deposit!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As soon as 50 deposits arrive we will start the project. If I do not receive 50 deposits in the next 4 weeks it will not start and I refund all deposits. All reserved numbers are on hold for 14 days, if I get no deposit in this time they are available again Early pre order price is $550 for a steel and $600 for PVD shipping is extra DLC will be a option to but I cannot confirm the exact price yet. - Expected release is in 5 month - 6 month ( you get it before Xmas;)) -Eta 2824 movement -47mm case with 49mm bezel - Steel bracelet - bezel with 3 different options to chose , luminos acrylic or enamel , alloy inlay and steel - sapphire crystal - WR minimum 500m maybe a bit more - very very close to the design below (first 4 dials) small changes can be brushed dark grey and different hands The carbon option is not sure but probable if I get enough pre orders     |
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slinky469 3T WIS 
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Deposit sent. I cant wait this is going to be one hell of a watch!yahoo.gifyahoo.gif |
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kdsarch 3T WIS 
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Deposit sent. Come on guys, lets make sure we get to 50 in the next 14 days in order to make this a reality. |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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rvs1111 3T WIS 
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Deposit sent. #15 :D |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Oh yeah! #4 is good to go!yourock.gif |
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soopah Guest
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Doh, I sent my deposit before reading this, and I used the sales@benarus.com address! I trust Ralf can figure it out, I also emailed him. #72 if no red carbon fibre dial offered. #42 in red if it is offered. |
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usaav 3T WIS
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Ralf, Just paid the deposit for a Megalodon (number 50 I believe). It is going to be a great Christmas present. Regards, |
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romeo-1 3T WIS 
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Awesome...pre-order deposit sent for #37! |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote: #66 hand6.gif Indeed #66!yourock.gif  |
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Nabco 3T WIS 
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Deposit in for #86  |
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zoomzoomers 3T WIS 
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Deposit sent for #75. |
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teddyhanna Guest
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I'm in for #3 |
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DM71 3T WIS 
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#38 done! 1 less to go... |
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romeo-1 3T WIS
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OK...that's a dozen...let's make this happen! This has the potential to be the marquee watch from Benarus! |
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jomay 3T WIS
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Ralf - count me in for #9. I will send deposit. I have been away of easter holidays and have missed the action. Could I ask what happened to Stef's designs? I had the belief that a lot of peopled wanted to incorporate his designs. I do believe they do look very clean. Also, Steven had a design with only teeth at the 12, 3, 6 and 9 hour markers. I really liked that design as well. It would be great to have the 2nd dial option as the existing design looks a bit like a seiko which someone posted recently on this site. Your thoughts? Regards, Jo |
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Darkman 3T WIS 
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Hi, Ralf - I love this watch! Please put me down for #8 (or if it's gone 88, 18, something like that). $$ on the way! Chris |
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Mike T. 3T WIS 
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Ralf, #2 is taken! Money sent. Cheers, Mike T. |
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shovel187 3T WIS 
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deposit sent. hopeful this will happen and hopeful for red carbon fibre. |
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ikkoku94 3T WIS
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Is dial #2 the carbon dials or is it still up for debate? Is #8 still around? |
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magpies14 3T WIS
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Ralf, just did the payment just now... I'm in for #10 DLC with blue carbon dial if possible ... |
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brenzo 3T WIS
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Hi Ralf Been emailing you about the SeaDevils and am also in for number 20 Megalodon please. Probably PVD. Deposit sent as requested. Bruce |
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Darkman 3T WIS
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ikkoku94 wrote: Is dial #2 the carbon dials or is it still up for debate? NOPE! :) (look up a couple posts) |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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Let's wait how many pre orders arrive, actual only dial one #8 is already reserved ikkoku94 wrote: Is dial #2 the carbon dials or is it still up for debate? |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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till now 22 deposits, not bad for 3 days;) |
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Dragnattck 3T WIS
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Deposit for my #18 sent Thanks Ralk I am sooo |
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ikkoku94 3T WIS
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Darkman wrote: ikkoku94 wrote:Is dial #2 the carbon dials or is it still up for debate? darn ... beat me by two posts :P |
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StrapR 3T WIS
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 Hi! This is going to be a great first post for me!!! I am a bit Corn-Fused on the numbering of these watches! Will there be a new series of numbers for each dial configuration? Do I need to specify at the time of deposit what I want as far as dial color and hand configuration? I really want a #3 (it is the number I collect for my other vices!) but I see it is already claimed by another gentleman! Can I get a #3 if I specify a different dial config than his? If no #3 can I have #1? I have read through the thread twice and do not see where anyone has claimed #1!!! I will send a deposit as soon as I can confirm a number!!!!  |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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Hi and welcome on T3. If I will offer with another dial this will be another series with new numbers. #1 is also gone it is mine and not for sale, sorry. At the moment I check how many are serious to buy one an if there are 50 I will start the production. I offer only the first dial for sure but if the interest should become bigger I will add a second one. You don't have to specify at the time of deposit, there is enough time after the decision is made that it will be produced. Regards Ralf StrapR wrote:
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StrapR 3T WIS
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OK! I kinda thought that the #1 watch would be yours but it never hurts to ask!!! So if it is still available and I think it is, I'll take #9! Money to go out shortly! |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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Sorry #9 is gone and paid , too. Not every body who has pre orderd post on the forum but you got an email StrapR wrote: OK! |
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kdsarch 3T WIS
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Ralf, Maybe I am a little eager, but I was wondering how many deposits you have received so far? Hopefully more than 22. It was a rough week here in the US as it was tax day yesterday, so hopefully it will pick up. Can you tell I am looking forward to seeing this watch become a reality? |
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StrapR 3T WIS
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Rat Crap! Maybe a list of what is left would help???? BENARUS wrote:
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StrapR 3T WIS
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Ralf Just read your mail! I'll take #6!!!!!!!!Bouncy.gif |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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Sorry till now it is not increased, but it is still enough time kdsarch wrote: Ralf, Maybe I am a little eager, but I was wondering how many deposits you have received so far? Hopefully more than 22. |
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StrapR 3T WIS
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OK, just sent my deposit so I guess we are up to 23!!! Come on folks, lets build this watch!!!!!!!!!!  |
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Dragnattck 3T WIS
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Ralf how we looking so far? I do hope this watch happens.. |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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24 till now but it is still time. Dragnattck wrote: Ralf how we looking so far? |
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Tomcat27 3T WIS 
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I would like #21 DLC´ed(if that will be to expensive i´ll have to make good with PVD) and with polished/matte hands Payment sent. Hope you will ship to Denmark Last edited on Wed Apr 22nd, 2009 02:24 pm by Tomcat27 |
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DM71 3T WIS
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Well, that makes it 25 so we're half way there. The pace has slowed down a lot but if everyone of us could find one friend or somebody to buy one, the MEGALODON would become reality! Let's talk about it guys, we need those 25 extra buyers, i want this watch and i know you want it too!!!;) Ok, i'm going to start bugging my coworkers now, we never know... Daniel, |
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macsTT 3T WIS 
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I agree, I've put down a deposit on #11 and soooo want this to go ahead, I'm going to start spreading the word. Let's make sure this goes ahead folks. |
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Wrath of Kwon 3T WIS 
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Ralf, do you think this will really happen. I will send the deposit by next week for a DLC. |
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Gregger 3T WIS 
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I wonder if it would be better to have a down payment and then 2 or 3 payments after that before watch ships at end of year. ie: if watch is $550 with a dp of $250 then have 2 payments of $150 in lieu of 1 payment of $300....May easy the burden....Just a thought!!! |
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Nabco 3T WIS
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Gregger wrote: I wonder if it would be better to have a down payment and then 2 or 3 payments after that before watch ships at end of year. ie: if watch is $550 with a dp of $250 then have 2 payments of $150 in lieu of 1 payment of $300....May easy the burden....Just a thought!!! I doubt that Ralf would complain if you wanted to pay for the watch(es) in multiple payments, I would guess he is individually tracking each order individually in a spreadsheet or something anyway. |
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ambassadeur 3T WIS
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I've just sent you a payment for #12. /Ambassadeur |
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Rhino-Ranch Guest
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Everyone who ordered 1 watch... order a 2nd. That will assure production. Then you have a backup, gift, extra stock, or trade your 2nd back to Ralf as more orders come in. |
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soopah Guest
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Montauk wrote:Everyone who ordered 1 watch... order a 2nd. That will assure production. Then you have a backup, gift, extra stock, or trade your 2nd back to Ralf as more orders come in. That would be a false economy. If there is demand they will sell. Sure, if you want two, buy two. |
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Rhino-Ranch Guest
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I did a lot of design work with a Master Guild Knifemaker. When I really wanted a custom knife to my specifications, I made sure to order a minimum of ten so that the "economy" of production was strongly in my favor. Instead of paying 5x for one custom knife, I got 10 knives at average cost of 1x each. There are a lot of cost savings when materials, heat treating, grinding, and final prep are done as assembly line as opposed to one custom. So the "economy" was very much in my favor, because when I was done with my order my cost was 10x or twice the cost of buying one custom at 5x, which means I got 8 for free. And once the knives were in my hand, my friends snatched them up. soopah wrote: Montauk wrote: |
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Steve Laughlin 3T WIS 
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the Megalodon will go up quite a bit after pre order, so not a bad investment. this project is still very much alive, Ralf is exploring the best solutions right now and the Megalodon will get the attention it was getting a few weeks ago. I know sometimes a week of silence seems like a month. - steve |
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teddyhanna Guest
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YA THAT'S WHY I GOT 2 COMING........ |
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soopah Guest
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I'm not looking to make money on the watch, just add a nice watch to my collection. If someone wants to speculate on the value of these watches (like they do with some of the high end watches) then that is their choice. I don't mind as I will have my watch. So please, everyone (but me) order more Megalodons! :) |
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TheGreenManalishi 3T WIS
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I want to pre-order the Mega! (number 16) How many have we currently got(deposits that is) S |
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Steve Laughlin 3T WIS
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Ralf will have some new information to share on the Megalodon soon that he has learned from his recent trip, I will check with him to see if we can post any new information as soon as possible. -steve |
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macsTT 3T WIS
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TheGreenManalishi wrote: I want to pre-order the Mega! (number 16) Think that makes it 27 and counting |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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just to try and put everyone at ease I will say although I have not discussed this with Ralf but 3T will put up any additional funding needed to help complete this project watch2.gif I am sure the Megalodon will be a big hit and sell out once a proto is posted!.....with that I want to reinerate what Steve just said and that the Megalodon will be substantially higher in cost to those who do not pre-order at Ralfs very generous pre-order price for members/WIS which imo is $$$ less that any other watch in this category using a eta and giving case finish options hand6.gif ....so with that said I would strongly suggest anyone on the fence to get their order into Ralf/Steve asap to solidify your place in line and # you prefer for a awesome Megalodon!.....there is time since the production of this watch is still a couple of months away and delivery/completeion longer but the pre-order will not last forever nor will the watch imo  |
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Gregger 3T WIS
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Oscar I hate to be a pain in the rear but since the thread is sooooo long can a new locked thread be started with all the options? I like the PVD or DLC? with the blue CF but I'm not sure if thats a go.....or are we waiting on Ralfs factory visit to firm things up?...TIA!!  hearteyes.gifhearteyes.gifhearteyes.gifLast edited on Sat May 2nd, 2009 12:52 pm by Gregger |
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Steve Laughlin 3T WIS
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Just wait a little longer for the new thread, we should have new images and the options might be a little bit better than what you already know. we want to really nail down the final look and features so everyone knows exactly what it will look like and the specs. |
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Steve Laughlin 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote:just to try and put everyone at ease I will say although I have not discussed this with Ralf but 3T will put up any additional funding needed to help complete this project watch2.gif WOW Oscar, 3T is a great place where ideas really do become reality. Awesome! - steve |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Gregger as mentioned in the very 1st post in this thread the CF is not a probable option at this time and has been beat to death already....so let's focus on the black dial with available finishes...SS/PVD/DLC ,3 bezel options and hand options as pictured below....everyone can also refer to the 1st post in this thread if you are not already familiar with the options hand6.gif...Steve we are all friends here and I have faith that the pre-order will be enough....I for 1 can't wait to see this watch come to life! yahoo.gif Attachment: mega dial 1.jpg (Downloaded 213 times) |
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Steve Laughlin 3T WIS
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yes, I believe we are on schedule for this to be reality. but I am amazed at your kind offer Oscar. Ralf is taking some much deserved vacation time right now after being at the factory, so we may not here much from him for a few days. |
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abmw 3T WIS
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Sent in my deposit!!! Does that make it 28 orders? Hmm.. maybe I can get serial #28. Last edited on Sat May 2nd, 2009 02:30 pm by abmw |
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TheGreenManalishi 3T WIS
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Deposit just sent! This baby looks the business! ...TheGreenManalishi |
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romeo-1 3T WIS
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Well, that is great news Oscar! I am thrilled to see that the Meg will happen!!! |
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skool 3T WIS
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Deposit sent :) |
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macsTT 3T WIS
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Fantastic news that this will happen, Ralf was realistic and didn't think he would get the required numbers in 4 weeks but he stated that this would happen as he would somehow find a way, this latest news is fantastic, I can now look forward to christmas knowing I'll get what I want this year, keep up the good work guys the mega is going to be perfect.gif smile8.gif |
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TheGreenManalishi 3T WIS
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Number 16 for me please Ralf! |
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MizzouGuy 3T WIS
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Deposit sent!!!! Any number is fine!!! JUST CAN"T WAIT FOR THIS!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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handie 3T WIS
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MizzouGuy wrote: Deposit sent!!!! Any number is fine!!! JUST CAN"T WAIT FOR THIS!!!!!!!!!!!! hi, i'm a new guy here. always reads but never posts  when do this watch will be available. ralf said before chrismast. but also said the production will be started as soon as 50 deposits are in. which are true? if we get the 50 deposits lets say tomorrow. than the produstion will start tomorrow. but the delivery still on chrismast? sorry for the bad english though. |
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Steve Laughlin 3T WIS
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Welcome Handie. Here is a brief update, Ralf is flying back to Germany right now and I will be speaking with him tonight on a few topics, one will be the Megalodon update. I believe we will be able to post the latest news on the Megalodon within the next 24 hours. Thanks for everyones patients over the last few weeks... it takes time to get all the details correct with the actual production details. Steve |
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Stu65 3T WIS
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I absolutely love the look of this watch but at 47mm with 49mm bezel it would just be too big for me :( but i am still looking forward to seeing the finished product. All the best, Stu. |
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badern 3T WIS
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Okay I am in :) The bracelet looks tooooo good to miss out on :D Hope i can still get my preferred numbers tho ... ;) |
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StrapR 3T WIS
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Great news on the Mega getting the green light!!! Now the fun begins!!!! I did NOT specify face or hand preferences when I sent in my deposit. Do I need to do that now? |
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TheGreenManalishi 3T WIS
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I was wondering abou that too - i havent with the Moray either (Ralf, Steve?) |
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macsTT 3T WIS
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StrapR wrote: Great news on the Mega getting the green light!!! Ralf said that you didn't need to confirm your preferences until he posted the full details of what would be available, just waiting on what can be done before confirming choices. |
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StrapR 3T WIS
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Okey Dokey! Green Manalishi......you gotta be a Judas Priest fan yes?hand6.gif |
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TheGreenManalishi 3T WIS
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Nah mate, the greatest british blues guitarist ever - Peter Green. The GreenManalishi was his song - in 1970! |
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BlueViper 3T WIS
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Can I still do a pre order on the watch? |
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macsTT 3T WIS
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Yes, as per Ralfs post you have 14 days left to place your order |
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MrBanks 3T WIS
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Hi guys. Im new on here, been lurking for a while. Im a member on tz-uk too. I really really want a Megalodon! I was looking at the Sea Devil and Moray, but saw this come up and cant believe how outstanding the watch is for the price being offered. Am I allowed to pm to Ralf or Steve to confirm an order and place a deposit? Thanks :) |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS 
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MrBanks wrote: Hi guys. Im new on here, been lurking for a while. Im a member on tz-uk too. I really really want a Megalodon! I was looking at the Sea Devil and Moray, but saw this come up and cant believe how outstanding the watch is for the price being offered. Am I allowed to pm to Ralf or Steve to confirm an order and place a deposit? Thanks :) Yes go for it. ;) |
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biker 3T WIS
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Hello all, like Mr Banks, I've been reading from the sidelines for a while. I think there are probably quite a few others like us. Thanks to all for the great posts - have learnt alot - keep them coming. Congrats to Ralf and the team that the Megalodon is going ahead. Deposit sent for s/no. 88. The waiting begins. |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Welcome aboard Mr.Banks and Biker! |
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MrBanks 3T WIS
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Agreed. Lots of helpful info on here :) |
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usaav 3T WIS
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I think this particular watch and its development has generated allot of excitement. I imagine several more newbies (such as myself) coming out of the word work in support of this effort. A fun and dynamic community to be a part of. |
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BlueViper 3T WIS
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Deposit is sent! smile8.gif I am looking forward to confirming the order. |
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village 3T WIS 
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Hi all......i've been lurking a bit after finding out about the Megalodon from another forum. It looks like it will be a fantastic watch....so good the deposit has been sent! Roll on the end of the year... |
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Camiel 3T WIS
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What kind of lug-to-lug distance would we be looking at? Still having serious doubts on whether its too big or not, especially because it would be quite some money for me (being a student). Its been on my mind all weekend :P I have a 47mm flieger (diameter inc crown: 53mm) and that barely fits my 6.7 inch (17 cm) wrists, so anything larger would wear like an oversized watch (which is definately not something I want). Just wondering if i should go for this one or wait for the GMT. I have a slight preference for the Megalodon. Last edited on Mon May 18th, 2009 05:02 am by Camiel |
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biker 3T WIS
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Hello Ralf, I can see that a common concern amongst people considering the Megalodon is the size... myself included (notwithstanding that, I believe this is a project worth supporting and I've already sent my deposit for s/no. 88). This is going to be the biggest Benarus so far, and anyone with wrists less than 7 inches is quite validly concerned about how it will wear, especially on straps. Therefore, I would like to suggest that you provide 2 lengths of straps as an option. One short (perhaps) 100/70, and one long 120/80 - buckle length not included. There is also another possible solution for those with wrists less than 7 inches. That will be to provide the straps on a clasp buckle which threads the tail of the strap on the inside instead. I have a Citizen Promaster with this, and it works well to 'bulk' up the wrist and mask the size of the watch. Please consider. Thanks. |
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Nabco 3T WIS
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biker wrote: Hello Ralf, I like the idea of a shorter strap option ..... |
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village 3T WIS
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biker wrote:
I like this idea as well. |
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Ian720 3T WIS
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I'm in for #7 (or #68.) Can't wait!yahoo.gif |
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macsTT 3T WIS
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Think #7 will be long gone, I've got #11 booked, whatever the number it's going to be a sensational timepiece woohoo.gif |
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Ian720 3T WIS
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Agreed. I tried to write down all of the numbers that people posted; but I know that sometimes they are ordered without a forum post. #68 is fine too & the watch itself is even finer! :) |
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macsTT 3T WIS
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I emailed Ralf and asked what no's were still available, you never know your luck smile8.gif |
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cwrci 3T WIS
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Hi Ralf, deposit just sent via paypal. Wyn |
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Just sent deposit for #29. This is gonna be great.woohoo.gif |
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teddyhanna Guest
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I just wanted to look at this awesome pup |
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gt-tech 3T WIS 
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Just send the deposit and I'm waiting to learn the free numbers to choose one for my shark...... Last edited on Sun May 24th, 2009 03:34 pm by gt-tech |
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justincase 3T WIS 
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Just sent mine also !! |
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BENARUS 3T WIS
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The early pre order stops now We work on the final drawings and will contact all who made a pre order when we have them ready so far Regards Ralf |
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macsTT 3T WIS
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the waiting begins now...... tic toc tic toc............. must be patient |
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Camiel 3T WIS
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Hehe same, #79 is mine! |
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bulsara Guest
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Will we get to look at the final drawings? |
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handie 3T WIS
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Oh my god, its ended already??? :(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:( |
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Dragnattck 3T WIS
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I feel like a 5 yr old on christmas eve waiting for Santa  |
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romeo-1 3T WIS
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I am so glad that I got in on this. I am very much looking forward to seeing this designed fleshed out! Looking forward to #37! |
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justincase 3T WIS
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Ralf, I hope you got my pre order as I didnt hear back from you on if I got number 76# ..im so excited for this excellent timepiece! |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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justincase wrote: Ralf, It would be best to send another PM. Ralf would likely see that faster than a post on the forum. ;) |
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justincase 3T WIS
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already did and email but thanks again fort he advice |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS
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justincase wrote: already did and email but thanks again fort he advice Right on. Don't forget Steve is the Rep for this side of the pond he might be able to help ya check on that too. ;) |
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gt-tech 3T WIS
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Finally.....I've chosen my number........My shark will be #39 yourock.gif ....now I just have to wait for the new drawings from Ralf..... |
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