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| Posted: Sat Sep 25th, 2010 09:57 pm |
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Birddogone 3T WIS 
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OK Boys, I've done some study'n on the MK lineup and the Vantage is really doin some talk'n to me.....A few more beers and this key board may get me into trouble tonight!! ( the website says their in stock ) I don't see much on three tees about the MK II series. Any input would be appreciated. Rod in Va. 
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| Posted: Sat Sep 25th, 2010 11:25 pm |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS 
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Birddogone wrote: OK Boys, I've done some study'n on the MK lineup and the Vantage is really doin some talk'n to me.....A few more beers and this key board may get me into trouble tonight!! ( the website says their in stock ) I don't see much on three tees about the MK II series. Any input would be appreciated. I've seen a couple of these watches in person and even wore 2 or 3 on my wrist 2 weeks ago at an AD and they look really sturdy, are minimalist (they go straight to the point), and seem to have a good track record from what I can see from other forums. My opinion is that they are hefty, well-made, very well-designed and heavy. Their price points seem to be higher than the usual same category watch and it could be a branding thing. I don't know exactly where they're made but I do know that Bill Yao is ok on CS, per the forums.
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| Posted: Sun Sep 26th, 2010 12:15 am |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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Birddogone wrote: OK Boys, I've done some study'n on the MK lineup and the Vantage is really doin some talk'n to me.....A few more beers and this key board may get me into trouble tonight!! ( the website says their in stock ) I don't see much on three tees about the MK II series. Any input would be appreciated. maybe you ought to put the beers down and try typing MK II into the 3T search engine...
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| Posted: Sun Sep 26th, 2010 01:00 am |
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Billy S. 3T WIS 
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hi all Not been here for a long while mis you guys and girls. Just saw this about the Vantage. I have one and it is GREAT. As the original Explorer was tough so is this Vantage. Had mine over two years now. Has always been a go to watch. Simple easy to read easy to set with just date. Very sturdy and accurate as any watch I have had. I have a smaller wrist so this is the watch size I like. I do have the big divers but this size is CLASSIC. Got mine on the oyster bracelet. Love the watch. Hope this helps
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| Posted: Sun Sep 26th, 2010 01:53 am |
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KenC Admin 
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Although about 4mm to 5mm larger than the Rolex Explorer, ZENO Explorer, et al, it is simply a design copy of the Rolex. Don't get me wrong; I am a big MKII fan, but this particular watch comes too close to a copy rather than an homage. That said, screw the bracelet and put it on a brown crocodile strap!  
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| Posted: Sun Sep 26th, 2010 07:24 am |
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Birddogone 3T WIS
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Thanks Fellas for the replies. Ken, do you know if your Zeno is still being made? Thanks again, Rod
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| Posted: Sun Sep 26th, 2010 09:13 am |
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Willieboy 3T WIS 
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I have the MKII LLRP and it's a great watch with terrific accuracy, e.g. +- one second in 24 hours.
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| Posted: Mon Sep 27th, 2010 12:45 pm |
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Birddogone 3T WIS
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Willieboy wroteI have the MKII LLRP and it's a great watch with terrific accuracy, e.g. +- one second in 24 hours. Hey Willie, I really like your LLRP!! I've noticed a lot of Rolex owners also have the MK II's. I have a Submariner I've had for about 30 years and these seem to be as nice minus the prestige of the Rolex brand name. Do you have the stainless bracelet too? Thanks for your reply, MK II has moved to the top of my watch want list. Rod
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| Posted: Mon Sep 27th, 2010 05:16 pm |
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OldeCrow 3T WIS 
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I bought mine second hand, instant gratification... If you look around you will find Bill is a consummate procrastinator (blame it on parts suppliers if it helps you to sleep at night) if you can spend the money and be content to wait two years for him to build you a watch you will be fine but if you don't like to wait choose another brand or buy second hand! His stuff is top notch though!
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| Posted: Mon Sep 27th, 2010 05:46 pm |
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Willieboy 3T WIS
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No bracelet for mine. I'm too cheap. At present it is mounted on a Di-Modell Chronissimo (sp?)and I really like the look. Mine is a standard watch, not a custon and it took about two weeks to get it.
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| Posted: Mon Sep 27th, 2010 06:26 pm |
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Birddogone 3T WIS
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As usual, once I start looking at a new to me brand Willie comes along with a model more expensive I like more!! homer3.gif The Vantage I'd probably buy new but the LRRP I'd need buy used. I actually found one on TZ from a couple weeks ago today but was long gone. What I find interesting is my preference in watches are very simple. I have owned Speedmasters, Heuer Monzas, Tag Carreras and a few GMT's and have never kept them for long ( longer than 3 years ), the dials are just too busy. However, this classic design might be different. Thanks for all your responses, Rod
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| Posted: Mon Sep 27th, 2010 07:37 pm |
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KenC Admin
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Birddogone wrote: Thanks Fellas for the replies. Ken, do you know if your Zeno is still being made? You can Google Windy City watches...Got mine with Miyota movement many years ago but they are still available and nicely made. There used to be an ETA 2824-2 selection but it was 2 1/2 X the price. The bracelet is not great, but on a brown strap the watch is beautiful....mind you, it is the size of the original Rollie: http://www.chronometer.net/wrist.htm It is near the bottom (about 8 watches from the bottom) on a very long page! I think I paid only $80 for mine. CAUTION...it does have an acrylic crystal just like the original Rollie but scratches can easily be polished out...here's a review! http://www.watcharama.com/zenoexp.htm
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