Cubic Hare 494 Posted November 25, 2015 Which did you order Gaz? Splitting the $50 three ways eased the pain for us a lot. Ours are in Aus already, delivery either today or tomorrow. Fed Ex don't muck around and according to the tracking they were in customs for a whole 2 mins... NICE... Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 25, 2015 Bought this one. Already have the DB mesh/shark bracelet for it. Nice Mike. Just bought the black with a vintage brown leather on the way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 25, 2015 Which did you order Gaz? Splitting the $50 three ways eased the pain for us a lot. Ours are in Aus already, delivery either today or tomorrow. Fed Ex don't muck around and according to the tracking they were in customs for a whole 2 mins... NICE... Cheers I ordered the black. Presumably we'll get stung for import VAT etc? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike on a bike 0 Posted November 25, 2015 You know guys you can always have a mate conus get it and ship to you. In most cases you get by vat shipping private and about 26 usds to ship to UK I do it often plus their 10 bucks US shipping save a few . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted November 25, 2015 They have arrived!! Lightning quick delivery I don't believe I've been charged VAT on them but they'll probably get round to sending a VAT demand with 'handling fee' on top in a few days... lol Not had a chance to look at them for more than a couple of minutes since the missus has been around but the one I did strap on was amazingly comfy, solidly built, great silicon strap, good AR that is blue in direct lighting but doesn't block out the dial from view like some of the PAMs I've had and is barely noticeable on the wrist, and it's a great size - not too big and not too small. Movement is not *that* smooth, which was expected, but I'd prefer a reliable movement over a smooooooth movement if this is going to be a watch for being active at the weekend, instead of being slumped at desk during the week. Lume is, er, not amazing... but I think they've traded initial brightness for longevity - it seems to hang on pretty well but is nowhere near as good as the rep PAMs are, for example. Overall, very happy I may order more... lol (I will also order straps so I have some as back up, 'just in case'!) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the violator 0 Posted November 26, 2015 In case this ends, Evine has them also, use code 15offgift. Ended up being $172 with shipping and tax for this one. Now I just need to find a nice Nato, Found one on Ebay for $18 probably going to order it up, first one I found that is Black with a Dark Blue stripe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cubic Hare 494 Posted November 26, 2015 That green looks great Rory, Four days from NJ to GC is amazing. I love this blue one, only dilemma is what strap to make for it? Snake, Toad or Chicken Foot? Thanks mate for arranging the deal. Ian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DejaWho 0 Posted November 26, 2015 Would have loved a blue one, but I'm just thankful I didn't have to pay international shipping. In for the all black. Can't wait to have it! Thanks rawbaws! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rawbaws 91 Posted November 26, 2015 Would have loved a blue one, but I'm just thankful I didn't have to pay international shipping. In for the all black. Can't wait to have it! Thanks rawbaws! No problems! Yeah $50USD shipping is a killer but it was lightning fast, plus split three ways helped for a few of us Gold Coast locals! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted November 26, 2015 Should have never looked.... Picked up a black one and plan on putting it on a vintage leather strap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike on a bike 0 Posted November 26, 2015 Mine was here in like a day but I am very close to them but never had a chance to pick up at post no one home to sign, O bother............. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DejaWho 0 Posted November 26, 2015 Picked up a black one and plan on putting it on a vintage leather strap. Looking for a nice strap with the panatime sale, what size do I need? 22/20? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted November 26, 2015 Picked up a black one and plan on putting it on a vintage leather strap. Looking for a nice strap with the panatime sale, what size do I need? 22/20? These are 22mm lug width. I am going to JohnG for mine though. Panatime makes some nice straps but IMO when you compare quality and price then you just can't go wrong with a Nero strap! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted November 27, 2015 I don't understand why anyone would want to change the OEM silicon strap - it's super comfy and is contoured to fit snugly and perfectly up to the case between the lugs! Someone on WUS posted one on an Isofrane in post 107 of the Master 1000 thread and it just looks.. meh... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cubic Hare 494 Posted November 27, 2015 I don't understand why anyone would want to change the OEM silicon strap - it's super comfy and is contoured to fit snugly and perfectly up to the case between the lugs! Someone on WUS posted one on an Isofrane in post 107 of the Master 1000 thread and it just looks.. meh... Agreed, the OEM is a beautiful, soft, contoured strap but maybe at winter time or if wearing it swimming/snorkelling because in summer the rubber strap just sweats for daily use. That's my only beef with rubber straps. It's what we have to live with here in this Subtropical Paradise... Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted November 27, 2015 For me it provides a way of changing the watch overall looks and keeps me from just buying more watches ( at least that is what I tell myself). I will flip flop straps all the time just for a change. But yes the rubber strap that comes on these is very nice and comfty as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
k3rm87 180 Posted November 27, 2015 Haven't taken it off since I picked it up from Rawbaws yesterday. Think I'm going to keep it on rubber, it's perfect for summer here and of very good quality! Splitting the shipping 3 ways was ideal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted November 27, 2015 Great pics It is so comfy, isn't it! My lume is nowhere near that good, though - is that long exposure / tweaking in that pic?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted November 27, 2015 They look great guys. Mine's still in Indianapolis . . . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted November 27, 2015 Sweeeet They look a lot more sophisticated and a more navy blue than in the official pictures on the website! They almost look black in a dingy (spelling?) office, which is cool - it's like two watches in one lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the violator 0 Posted November 27, 2015 Great pics It is so comfy, isn't it! My lume is nowhere near that good, though - is that long exposure / tweaking in that pic?? I am banking on the lume being fantastic on these. I hope its at least as good as my Pam rep that is not superlumed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RichardMiami 4 Posted November 27, 2015 Just delivered.. full pics and review soon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
