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Here We Go Again

Post by mattcantwin » Tue Mar 19, 2024 2:57 pm

I posted pics of my newly arrived lumen Rescue Timer the other day.

Still haven't sized the strap, not afraid, just been busy.

Ben commented that he really liked the way these look and would love to try one out.

I reached out to him and am sending him the black dial on bracelet for a test run.

This is the watch:

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Driving back from FedEx, I decided as long as it's out, might as well see if there is interest in another DWC
pass-around like we did with the Seiko GMT.

That went well, took about four months, start to finish, and everyone involved was great in keeping me posted
and keeping the person next in line aware of things.


There are some differences this time around.

This is a more expensive watch and I need it adequately insured when shipping; $2300 works fine.

So, the shipping cost is also more expensive.

If you don't have a shipping service, USPS priority, insured runs about $63.

If you don't have a shipping service, I can email you necessary scan for shipping through IFS, and you can just pay me.
This method has special requirements including FedEx only, drop-off at FedEx in person and unused double boxes/double labels.

I used IFS to send it to Ben, cost about $42 for 2nd day delivery.


One other difference this time around.

The Seiko had drilled lugs and I had no problem people swapping straps out. The Rescue Timer requires two screwdrivers and the case is apparently fairly easy to scratch up (tape not allowed). So if you want in, I respectfully ask you to keep it on the bracelet.

That being said, I have no problem with people removing/adding links to get a good fit.

Finally, I appreciate everything going through me.

PM if you're interested; include a mailing address, phone number and email address.

I'll generate a list for me to work from and give a timely heads-up for where the watch goes next.

I would say about a week is a reasonable time to hold on to the watch.


The pass around is "restricted" to long time, active members who have not dated my wife.


Let me know if you have any questions.
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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by BBK357 » Tue Mar 19, 2024 5:59 pm

Incredibly generous of you Matt.
Can’t wait to try this bad boy out.
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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by Sidheguitarist » Tue Mar 19, 2024 6:04 pm

You’re a complete stud, Matt.

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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by mattcantwin » Tue Mar 19, 2024 6:06 pm

Sidheguitarist wrote:
Tue Mar 19, 2024 6:04 pm

You’re a complete stud, Matt.
Not according to my wife. :raised:
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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by flyskate » Wed Mar 20, 2024 3:40 am

Great thing you're doing! :cheers:
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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by jimyritz » Wed Mar 20, 2024 4:25 am

Good luck… cool watch…

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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by Chocodove » Wed Mar 20, 2024 5:05 am

Good stuff :thumbsup:

Can I make a “two screwdrivers” comment?

There, I did.
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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by AtomicTom » Wed Mar 20, 2024 9:29 am

Yeah, boy oh boy, that is a ridiculously cool thing as well a idea. :excited: :salute:

You are THE man Matt ! :headbang: :)

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Post by hoppyjr » Wed Mar 20, 2024 9:56 am

You’re a good man Matt.

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Post by AranaWhite » Wed Mar 20, 2024 10:32 am

Very cool!

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Post by ezcheese » Wed Mar 20, 2024 12:05 pm

Chocodove wrote:
Wed Mar 20, 2024 5:05 am
Good stuff :thumbsup:

Can I make a “two screwdrivers” comment?

There, I did.
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Post by Wario406 » Wed Mar 20, 2024 3:50 pm

Such a cool share - good on you!
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Post by Blaine » Wed Mar 20, 2024 8:12 pm

How nice Matt. Very kind and generous.


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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by BBK357 » Fri Mar 22, 2024 1:19 pm

Such a great size. Sits perfect on the wrist with the lug hoods.

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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by mattcantwin » Fri Mar 22, 2024 1:33 pm

Great shots, Ben.

Interesting that the SAR Timer and U50 look just about the same size.

However, I felt the U50 wore small for me, but not the MG.
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Post by ezcheese » Fri Mar 22, 2024 3:36 pm

BBK357 wrote:
Fri Mar 22, 2024 1:19 pm
Such a great size. Sits perfect on the wrist with the lug hoods.

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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by blkgsl » Fri Mar 22, 2024 5:28 pm

Wow, that's super generous!

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Post by Joeprez » Fri Mar 22, 2024 6:48 pm

Just legendary Matt, great gesture!


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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by mellonb1 » Fri Mar 22, 2024 6:55 pm

That's a really nice gesture, Matt. Not surprised one bit.

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Re: Here We Go Again

Post by mattcantwin » Sat Mar 30, 2024 1:23 pm

Ben's getting ready to send the MG along to the next person.

As it stands right now, it then comes back to me.

I'm fine with that, but will give the post a bump in case someone missed it and wants in.
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