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Paxman 3T WIS 
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It’s been a while since I’ve put one up in the “New Arrivals” section…Well the Fed Ex man paid me a visit today and left a nice package. Avalanche Extreme Regulator Reference AL-650LSSS5AE6B Movement Caliber AL-650 Alternances 18,000 / h Jewels 17 Winding Manual Power reserve 42 h Features Hours, minutes, seconds Case Materials Stainless steel Glass Sapphire glass Water-resistant 20 bars Diameter 48 mm Height 12 mm Strap or bracelet width 28/18 mm I have to thank Beth C. at World Lux for a most pleasurable buying experience. I was able to get the watch on the bracelet and the integrated rubber strap at a very competitive price. The entire experience with Beth and World Lux was top shelf all the way. Any question I had was answered, and Beth spent more than enough time being my eyes and hands as I peppered her with questions on the watch. She hooked me up with the watch I wanted and the strap. When I was ready so was the watch. Overall, I highly recommend the World Lux experience. What can I say about the watch? In a word: massive! This thing makes my Vixa look and feel small. I was in the considering purchasing some better-known brand pieces but became obsessed with the Regulator. I knew I would have to go for it. I’m going to spend the weekend with it and will give it a better review after we are acquainted. First impressions: Massive and solid while remaining comfortable. Excellent fit and finish. Sweet dial work. A great bracelet. I though I was going to through it on the rubber strap but the bracelet is too nice to let sit idle. The strap is a soft silicone with a bit of a spongy, powdery feel. The regulator arrangement is easy to get used to though I find some times to be a bit startling aesthetically. For example, the hour and minute hands cross at say 2:50 and that throws me a bit. I wanted something a bit off the beaten path and idiosyncratic, and I think I got it… Thanks for taking a look. I’m a bit rusty with the camera but here are some pix. Just dust...         |
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srh_pres 3T WIS 
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Very cool Pax, thanks for the pix and review of a nice pickup... congrats and enjoy it! hand6.gif |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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 Watch Envy!  Congrats Mark...that is a super Awesome Timepiece and Pics Buddy!!!! |
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Skipdawg 3T WIS 
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face4.gif Very KEWL!!! hand6.gif |
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Foster 3T WIS 
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Thanks for killing my dream of being the first guy I know to own an Alpina. Awesome watch, dude!!!!!!!!!!! |
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pacifichrono 3T WIS 
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It knocks me out! |
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KenC Admin 
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A little big for me, PAX.....................but truly beautiful!!!! |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Thanks 3T crew! The regulator dial has quickly become second nature... well almost... |
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jsb806f Guest
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The movement is sooooooooooooooooooooooo beautiful I would be tempted to flip the and wear it caseside out! hand6.gif |
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canadajo 3T WIS 
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When I heard that this arrived .... I couldnt wait to see it in person ...so I made the drive and looked at it up close ... all I can say in that it blew me away ... I was in awe of the beautifully decorated movement , as well as its size and presence !! It was fully worth the drive to see it and pick it up and try it on ... ENVIOUS AM I  |
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watchguru 3T WIS 
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jsb806f wrote: The movement is sooooooooooooooooooooooo beautiful I would be tempted to flip the and wear it caseside out! hand6.gif LOL I was thinking the same thing. Awesome purchase! :) |
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chris s. 3T WIS 
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Big Congrats Pax,thats a Kick A$$ Timepeice hand6.gif |
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Edgel 3T WIS 
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A beauty for sure, Walter. You are not likely to see that one on the wrist of the guy next to you. |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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I f'n cant keep up around here...missed this totally, sorry Mark about the other post:P I love ithand6.gifhand6.gifhand6.gif and want one:D |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Thanks again guys!! This is really a nice one. Here's what its doing today... sorry I am a dork!!  |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote: Thanks again guys!! This is really a nice one. Here's what its doing today... sorry I am a dork!! Incrediblehand6.gif |
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b2s 3T WIS 
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Wow. Yummy and drooling all voer here. Love the movement decoration A LOT. I definitely can wear this thing face down cool10.gif |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Tony Duronio wrote: Paxman wrote:Thanks again guys!! This is really a nice one. Here's what its doing today... sorry I am a dork!!Incrediblehand6.gif Thanks a lot Tony!! It's been since my Caribbean that I've gotten a new watch and I am really enjoying toying with this one. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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b2s wrote: Wow. Yummy and drooling all voer here. Love the movement decoration A LOT. I definitely can wear this thing face down cool10.gif Thank you very much for the kind words. As I once heard Frank Zappa say during a performance, "The response from the particular crowd has been very satisfying!!" As is the watch. All the comments on the movement are warranted as it is a real work of beauty. CJ actually said it right off when he magically appeared to fondle it. This is one I am going to have to take off and show the movement to those who ask... Thanks 3T for helping to make this a great WIS weekend!! |
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cnmark 3T WIS 
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This is a sweet watch, congratulations on your new catch! hand6.gifhand6.gif |
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yamahaki Guest
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congrats on the Alpina. Thats a BIG watch!hand6.gif |
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OldeCrow 3T WIS 
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I had not noticed this post at all but I was just surfing the Alpina site not 10 mintues ago! Then I wander back into the New Arrivals and here it is smile8.gif Very nice stuff, I had thought about a regulator version of the 649x before so it makes sense that someone else had too! |
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cwatch Guest
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That watch is SWEEEETTTT! My wife told me to pick a watch for our aniversary around $1500 or so...that may be the ticket there!! |
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GKH 3T WIS 
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Are the links in the Alpina screwed? Or; does it use pins? Thanks! |
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Chick Hazzard 3T WIS 
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Very Nice. Alpina makes some nice watches, and World Lux is great to deal with. |
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Norman 3T WIS 
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Outstanding!! |
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GKH 3T WIS
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Chick Hazzard wrote: Very Nice. Alpina makes some nice watches, and World Lux is great to deal with. I'll tell ya, Chick; that Regulator has my interest. And, I spoke with World Lux again, today. The price is the same whether you buy that watch with the s/s bracelet, or on the rubber strap. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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GKH wrote: Are the links in the Alpina screwed? Or; does it use pins? They are pins. As much as I like the bracelet the rubber is ultra-comfy... and I am a self proclaimed bracelet guy. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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GKH wrote: Chick Hazzard wrote:Very Nice. Alpina makes some nice watches, and World Lux is great to deal with. Get both. I had Beth get the rubber for me and bought the bracelet model. They charged me next to nothing for the strap but couldn't throw it in gratis for whatever reason...  |
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GKH 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote: GKH wrote:Are the links in the Alpina screwed? Or; does it use pins? Thanks! The fact that Ball uses screws really impresses me. Right now; I am looking at a few other options, as well. The Alpina is a strong contender. But, as much as some folks don't really like that Dievas Prototype, I kind of do like it. The movement isn't very decorated. But, overall; that's a pretty cool piece. I was thinking about maybe getting it and a SA Air Boss Mach IV, or other combo. It's hard to make a decision when we are talking about $1,000+ to spend. But, the Alpina is so sharp! Last edited on Mon Mar 10th, 2008 07:27 pm by GKH |
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Chick Hazzard 3T WIS
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When I got my Alpina, I didn't even think of asking for the rubber strap. :( That watch is certainly a big boy watch. When I had the bracelet sized, I just made sure it was a little on the snug side. I didn't want that thing banging around. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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All the brands and watches you are mentioning are very nice and won't leave you disappointed. The Dievas Proto kicks ass!! Which Ball draws your interest? The SA is cool too. I can tell you the Alpina gets noticed and people generally are curious first due to the size and secondly, the dial arrangement. Beside the off the beaten path factor (which I wanted), the Alpina is top notch all the way. I am sure Chick can echo that! Tough choice palomine.. Why not start a new thread with your choices and let the WIS here chime in? |
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GKH 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote: All the brands and watches you are mentioning are very nice and won't leave you disappointed. Yeah..... I didn't mean to jack this thread. It is, afterall, about the Alpina. I have owned the Mach IV on s/s. I loved that watch! I just wasn't able to get the bracelet right for my wrist. And, I felt after selling it, I would one day return to it on leather. And, I did own the Ball Fireman before, as well. So... the Dievas comes to mind. I have already spoken w/Marc at IW. He has one in stock.. As far as the Alpina in 48mm, here's a shot of my 46mm Incursore on my 7.5" wrist. It's big! But; it wore well. - Greg Last edited on Mon Mar 10th, 2008 07:53 pm by GKH |
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Chick Hazzard 3T WIS
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The Alpina is one of my favorites, and is one of my few watches that always gets noticed. It's just a great watch. |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Hey Mark cool and enjoy that bad puppy, wear it in good health............yourock.gif |
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