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MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 08:44 AM

I don’t know what happened. I looked down and was talking to my better half about what time to feed the dog because we were going out to dinner. My watch said it was 4:15. Meanwhile it was not 4:15 it was 5:20.

I tried to wind it and it didn’t do anything. So I shook it. It started sweeping again so I figured I’d see how long it lasted. Died about 5 mins later in the shower.

She’s in the safe now and I’m researching independents close to me.

I think I’m going to go with Rik Dietel. Anyone have any other recommendations for a great independent in the Tampa Bay Area?

Thanks in advance!!

It feels funny without a watch and I already miss it quite a bit. Any one want to loan me their sub till mine is back!?

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Chiboy · 15 October 2022, 08:47 AM

Don't you want to give it a full wind and see if there's really a problem? Could have just run out of juice (technical term).

Rebel · 15 October 2022, 09:10 AM

Been there. Know the feeling. Trust you get it into the right hands and back on your wrist soonest.

MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Chiboy

Don't you want to give it a full wind and see if there's really a problem? Could have just run out of juice (technical term).

As I said in my original post. It wouldn’t wind. Also, I’m a very active person and I wear my watch 24/7. I’ve never had to wind it since owning. But I still tried.

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swils8610 · 15 October 2022, 09:49 AM

Rik is great. I’ve used him in the past and have been very happy.

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enjoythemusic · 15 October 2022, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by MrGoat

It feels funny without a watch and I already miss it quite a bit. Any one want to loan me their sub till mine is back!?

Awww man, bummer. I got an orange G-Shock and... I think, ya know, maybe something else to slide to ya in the meantime if you're serious. It'd have to be on strap tho.

MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Awww man, bummer. I got an orange G-Shock and... I think, ya know, maybe something else to slide to ya in the meantime if you're serious. It'd have to be on strap tho.

I mean part of me was serious but the realistic part of me would never take anyone else’s watch because I know what I’d succumb it to.

Thanks for the offer though my man. I guess I’m just gonna have to either buy the 16618 I want or pick up an invicta to beat the hell out of for a couple months.

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JoeJoeBobo · 15 October 2022, 10:41 AM

I’m confused, your watch is your friend?

KathleenL · 15 October 2022, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by JoeJoeBobo

I’m confused, your watch is your friend?

And how did he hurt his trusted friend?

pickettt · 15 October 2022, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by JoeJoeBobo

I’m confused, your watch is your friend?

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Originally Posted by KathleenL

And how did he hurt his trusted friend?

He was late feeding the dog. A serious offense at my house.

MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by KathleenL

And how did he hurt his trusted friend?

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Originally Posted by JoeJoeBobo

I’m confused, your watch is your friend?

Yep, my watch is with me 24/7. It has been a trusted companion through all of my journeys in the last 2.5 yrs. It now is not working due to my use. It’s not a friend in the human sense but it is a friend in the it’s always by my side no matter what and trusted to do it’s part while there sense.

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MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by pickettt

He was late feeding the dog. A serious offense at my house.

Haha, I was not late feeding the dog. He doesn’t eat till 6.

I also didn’t feed him this evening. Only offense he had was he knew we were going out and breaking normal routine by feeding him 20 mins early. So he only ate half his dinner. When we came back he ate the rest because apparently his protest was over.

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East Bay Rider · 15 October 2022, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by MrGoat

... or pick up an invicta to beat the hell out of for a couple months.

It's never that bad.

JParm · 15 October 2022, 12:34 PM

I think it's time for a 16710 while you wait, Mr.G!

brandrea · 15 October 2022, 12:47 PM

For your dogs sake, get a quartz

Chiboy · 15 October 2022, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by MrGoat

As I said in my original post. It wouldn’t wind. Also, I’m a very active person and I wear my watch 24/7. I’ve never had to wind it since owning. But I still tried.

Whoops, bad reading comprehension by me. Sounds like you have the right path.

77T · 15 October 2022, 03:16 PM

Apple Watch for you.

And get FitBark for Fido - you can keep track of his most important health routines: sleep patterns, exercise levels, and more.

Rik can get you sorted, International Mall Apple Store for you!

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Speedbird-1 · 15 October 2022, 07:36 PM

Shame Bas isn't here for comment.

scarlet knight · 15 October 2022, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 77T

Apple Watch for you.

And get FitBark for Fido - you can keep track of his most important health routines: sleep patterns, exercise levels, and more.

Rik can get you sorted, International Mall Apple Store for you!

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Really convenient to see weather, my stocks drop, my activity, use my watch to charge my credit card, etc. Sorry to endorse the anti-Rolex.

77T · 15 October 2022, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Really convenient to see weather, my stocks drop, my activity, use my watch to charge my credit card, etc. Sorry to endorse the anti-Rolex.

The reco was to help Fido - the AW just helps his FitBark work…

The sacrifices one makes for man’s best friend are heavy, and they pave the stairway to heaven…

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enjoythemusic · 15 October 2022, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by MrGoat

I mean part of me was serious but the realistic part of me would never take anyone else’s watch because I know what I’d succumb it to.

Seriously, i got a first-release ETA movement B&R 03-92 and various straps you can beat the crap out of. Have to admit, have put that timepiece through hell n back (kiteboarding, Formula car racing for two seasons, etc) and it just refuses to quit.

Seriously, lemme know.

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Since TRON has a 70-year warranty, you wanna borrow it and a massive selection of straps? Perfect lume for Halloween too!

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MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by swils8610

Rik is great. I’ve used him in the past and have been very happy.

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Great, thanks for the recommendation. Did you drop it off or ship it to him? I am about an hour from his shop so figured I’d just drop mine off if it’s allowed.

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MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by pickettt

He was late feeding the dog. A serious offense at my house.

We need pictures of the baby maligator!! I bet she has gotten big since I last saw a pic of her.

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travisb · 15 October 2022, 10:46 PM

Rick is awesome! Tell him I said hello.
Great guy. Great watchmaker.

MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 77T

The reco was to help Fido - the AW just helps his FitBark work…

The sacrifices one makes for man’s best friend are heavy, and they pave the stairway to heaven…

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My boy has a Fi gps collar that does quite a bit of that and connects to my phone. Thanks for looking out for my boy though!!

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Originally Posted by JParm

I think it's time for a 16710 while you wait, Mr.G!

Lol, it’s been like 15 hrs without it on my wrist and I’ve already been lurking on my greys website to see what he’s got that might alleviate my temporary loss.

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Really convenient to see weather, my stocks drop, my activity, use my watch to charge my credit card, etc. Sorry to endorse the anti-Rolex.

Yeah, they’re just not my thing. Glad it works for you though.

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Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

It's never that bad.

You’re probably right.

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Originally Posted by 77T

Rik can get you sorted, International Mall Apple Store for you!

Thanks for the recommendation. I’ve heard nothing but great things about him. It’s have to be pretty dire straits for me to go to the Apple store, let alone buy one of their watches.

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Originally Posted by brandrea

For your dogs sake, get a quartz

Lol, if he could talk he would probably tell me to get another Rolex.

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brandrea · 15 October 2022, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by MrGoat

My boy has a Fi gps collar that does quite a bit of that and connects to my phone. Thanks for looking out for my boy though!!

Lol, it’s been like 15 hrs without it on my wrist and I’ve already been lurking on my greys website to see what he’s got that might alleviate my temporary loss.

Yeah, they’re just not my thing. Glad it works for you though.

You’re probably right.

Thanks for the recommendation. I’ve heard nothing but great things about him. It’s have to be pretty dire straits for me to go to the Apple store, let alone buy one of their watches.

Lol, if he could talk he would probably tell me to get another Rolex.

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MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Seriously, i got a first-release ETA movement B&R 03-92 and various straps you can beat the crap out of. Have to admit, have put that timepiece through hell n back (kiteboarding, Formula car racing for two seasons, etc) and it just refuses to quit.

Seriously, lemme know.

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Lol, you’re killing me Steven!!

Seriously, I’m not the kind of guy that can borrow someone else’s stuff easily. I’m anxious about every little thing when an item is someone else’s. Thank you so much for the generous offer though!!

A couple of great options recommended there as well. I’ve never owned a Panerai or really given them much thought. However a 70 yr warranty sounds pretty enticing.

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MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by travisb

Rick is awesome! Tell him I said hello.
Great guy. Great watchmaker.

Awesome!! Will do. I know you’re in the area, does he allow people to drop off/pick up in person or does it have to be shipped? Do you know if he is open more days than just Tuesday through Friday?

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Stan Cooper · 15 October 2022, 11:19 PM

Bummer, but hope the fix something simple and Rik can get it back to you quickly.

MrGoat · 15 October 2022, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Stan Cooper

Bummer, but hope the fix something simple and Rik can get it back to you quickly.

Thanks Stan!!

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15 October 2022, 08:44 AM	#1
MrGoat 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Real Name: Goat Location: Southwest Florida Watch: 16613 Posts: 4,794	Well it was a pretty great Friday. Then I hurt a trusted friend. I don’t know what happened. I looked down and was talking to my better half about what time to feed the dog because we were going out to dinner. My watch said it was 4:15. Meanwhile it was not 4:15 it was 5:20. I tried to wind it and it didn’t do anything. So I shook it. It started sweeping again so I figured I’d see how long it lasted. Died about 5 mins later in the shower. She’s in the safe now and I’m researching independents close to me. I think I’m going to go with Rik Dietel. Anyone have any other recommendations for a great independent in the Tampa Bay Area? Thanks in advance!! It feels funny without a watch and I already miss it quite a bit. Any one want to loan me their sub till mine is back!? Sent from my Apple privacy invasion product

15 October 2022, 08:47 AM	#2
Chiboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona Posts: 5,390	Don't you want to give it a full wind and see if there's really a problem? Could have just run out of juice (technical term). __________________ Datejust w/black Tapestry dial (1985) / Daytona (2016)

15 October 2022, 09:10 AM	#3
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,066	Been there. Know the feeling. Trust you get it into the right hands and back on your wrist soonest. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

15 October 2022, 03:16 PM	#17
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,817	Apple Watch for you. And get FitBark for Fido - you can keep track of his most important health routines: sleep patterns, exercise levels, and more. Rik can get you sorted, International Mall Apple Store for you! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

15 October 2022, 11:19 PM	#29
Stan Cooper 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Stan Cooper Location: Sonoma County, CA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 2,720	Bummer, but hope the fix something simple and Rik can get it back to you quickly. __________________ ♛16710 GMT-Master II, ♛1915 Rolex WW1 Trench Watch, Zelos Thresher 500m GMT Meteorite, Zelos Swordfish 40 200m Ti Blood Moon Meteorite, Hamilton Pilot Chronograph, Ball Roadmaster Pilot GMT COSC Chronometer, Zelos Mako 300M True GMT Meteorite It's weird being the same age as old people. - Stan

15 October 2022, 09:49 AM	#5
swils8610 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 8,995	Rik is great. I’ve used him in the past and have been very happy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

15 October 2022, 10:41 AM	#8
JoeJoeBobo Banned Join Date: May 2022 Real Name: Joesph Joe BoB Location: USA Posts: 625	I’m confused, your watch is your friend?

15 October 2022, 12:34 PM	#14
JParm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,556	I think it's time for a 16710 while you wait, Mr.G!

15 October 2022, 12:47 PM	#15
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,886	For your dogs sake, get a quartz

15 October 2022, 10:46 PM	#24
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,288	Rick is awesome! Tell him I said hello. Great guy. Great watchmaker.

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