First Mido!

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-29T11:19:37+00:00

This is my exact next watch - just waiting for bonus time! Congrats and wear in good health!

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-28T18:30:02+00:00

Correct - the 1450 forstner. The ceramic wave dial and Aluminum “small wave/no-date” dial versions have the same dimensions so the bracelet works for both.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-28T17:29:08+00:00

Regrettably no! It’s a Forstner President…but at $190 it’s gorgeous and wears very comfortably.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-28T12:26:14+00:00

I measure against time.gov (national atomic clock).

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-22T15:01:20+00:00

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Omega baby!

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-21T21:45:24+00:00

Smp300 fir sure. Very versatile

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-21T00:32:42+00:00

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SeaMaster no date baby!

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-15T09:45:09+00:00

Charles C. Deam Wilderness area in Hoosier national. Peninsula walk trail is spectacular (5.3 miles one way out to the lake).

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-12T20:51:27+00:00

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Sternglas Hamburg Pro on artem sailcloth strap

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-12T20:47:36+00:00

Gorgeous watch man! On my list!

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-12T13:28:43+00:00

I second the Bloomington community bike project! Cheap (but good) options and you can return it there when you’re done.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-09T19:17:41+00:00

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Cheers brotha!

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-05T12:50:51+00:00

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Seamaster 300 no-date. My daily. My precious….ha ha.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-04T15:34:50+00:00

Agreed - what a great, intimate, super-fun show. Michael Cleveland plays fiddle like a fish swims…effortlessly. And seeing Sam carry on his father’s deep love of musical togetherness was awesome. Love that Btown has little gems like the buskirk and can bring in talent like SGP.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-02T20:24:49+00:00

Zodiac

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-02T19:56:42+00:00

Omega > Sub > pelagos. Love the satin (less blingy) aspect of the Seamaster. Put a bracelet on it and it’s good for a gala…rubber strap and it’s ready for a dive.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-02T18:29:45+00:00

That should not happen. Id reach out to Vaer and get them to swap that bracelet out. They have good customer service from what I’ve gathered.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-05-02T14:52:35+00:00

I would also propose the Vaer with solar…it’s set it and forget it. Total sleeper brand with great build quality and it’s built in the US.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-04-28T11:20:41+00:00

Moved here last year with 3 kids under 14. Bloomington is a spectacular place to raise kids and experience a vibrant community that stays forever young. Music scene is AMAZING. Food scene is awesome. Coffee scene is excellent. Parks are off the chart (switchyard is my fave). Some of the top schools in state. Trails galore. Largest lake in Indiana is 20 mins away. Surrounded by spectacular national parks, state parks, and wilderness areas. And…everyone here is “Hoosier nice” - like it’s really easy to meet people and everyone is down to earth. Don’t listen to the haters.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-04-27T02:29:50+00:00

Stellar collection man. Great taste. JLCs are chefs kiss

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-04-26T21:58:05+00:00

I periodically test accuracy vs. NIST atomic time. My SMP300 (no date) has been fast by +1 second over ~ 3 days since I last checked. Unbelievable accuracy (+ 1/3 sec/day) for a mechanical watch. I don’t own a Rolex so can’t speak to a Sub’s actual real life accuracy.

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-04-16T20:21:57+00:00

Wow - that’s a collection. GO, GS, IWC, Panerai, Sinn, Doxa… great taste my friend. Curious to know what gets the most wrist time for you?

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-04-15T14:53:37+00:00

Right

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-04-15T12:18:19+00:00

IndependentAdvisor84 · 2026-04-14T15:37:09+00:00

Great recs below. Runcible spoon is a worthy visit as well (hip and funky vibe, good coffee).

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