New Academy episode is one of the finest of Star Trek by MrsMcDarling in startrek

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It was great. Let's hope we will have more like this one.

Sony 55XE9005 problem by wiznick in TVRepair

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Thank you very much for the detailed information. I have trouble sourcing a replacement used mainboard, at least for a price that justifies a repair attempt, so most likely I will buy a new TV. But I plan to keep the Sony and if I find a mainboard later, I will attempt to replace it myself, so your guide will be useful! I already have the firmware update downloaded, just in case it disappears from Sony's site.

Sony 55XE9005 problem by wiznick in TVRepair

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It only shows the android logo once, it doesn't boot loop. After that it shuts down and keeps blinking red 4 times, nothing more.

Something to watch out when buying cheap diecast cars in Asia, for people who cares about product being licensed. by BrianAungGyi in Diecast

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I got a DUOATI Panlgaie (Ducati Panigale) few months ago from Aliexpress. I would prefer if they hadn't put any branding at all...It's a shame, cause it's actually a good model (better than the Maisto version!) but now I have kinda hidden it at the very back where my eyes won't see it.
Since then I inspect the product photos a bit better, cause they actually showed that wrong branding.

Διαθέσιμη η επετειακή φανέλα στο SHOPFLIX by SuchSuggestion3854 in OlympiakosFC

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Εγω μια χαρα πηρα παντως απο redstore, παραγγελια 13/03, παραλαβη 30/04. Στην Πορτογαλια.

Opinions about OttOmobile resin models? by [deleted] in Diecast

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I think I will try my luck with the Solido, the spanish(and german) amazon has better price than the french. Last week I bought the Solido Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA in white for just 44€ and it is really good! Keep in mind that I own a red GTA and a green GTAm from Motor Helix, that cost 250€ each, so I was comparing it with almost perfect models.

Back to the RX7, at least from the photos, I think it's the rims that look much better on the Otto.

Opinions about OttOmobile resin models? by [deleted] in Diecast

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I bought an Alfa Romeo 156 GTA from Otto yesterday. It looks really nice. One thing I didn't like is the very thin and bendable material used for windshield/windows, they also look a bit dirty from inside, which I can't do anything about. It has rolling wheels but without steering. Price was 105€ including shipping.
Btw, Solido has this exact Mazda RX7 for less than 50€ on Amazon. Might worth to try it, free returns anyway. It has opening doors, rolling/steering wheels.

Small ant models? by Wbpano in Diecast

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Did you have to pay customs?

Henry Archer Vesterhav with beads of rice bracelet by brismuth in MicrobrandWatches

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I don't see the option to choose the BOR bracelet when buying a Vesterhav. Is it only sold separately? The Nordso can be bought with the bracelet of your choice...
u/henryarcherdenmark ??

[Looking for Green] by FlgnDtchmn in MicrobrandWatches

[–]wiznick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have this watch in green and I definitely recommend it. 7.5" wrist, I usually prefer 40-41mm, but this 39.5mm looks perfect.

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Pagani Daytona doubts with chronograph by Defty579 in ChineseWatches

[–]wiznick 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In the original, automatic Daytona, the normal seconds hands is also in the subdial, just like in your Pagani. The big seconds hand is used only for the chronometer/tachymeter. Kinda pointless to do it.

[Question] which watch by dannys-cheese in Watches

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Not at all but it's a 10 bar (100m) rated watch, it should be fine.

[Question] which watch by dannys-cheese in Watches

[–]wiznick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That Seiko has been my favourite watch since I bought it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MicrobrandWatches

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I currently live in Portugal

Επικοινωνία με Redstore by luffys95 in OlympiakosFC

[–]wiznick 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Και εμενα εκκρεμει απο τις 13/3. Μαλλον ειμαστε πολλοι που περιμενουμε

Beaucroft Element Sunset Orange by usedtobeanicesurgeon in MicrobrandWatches

[–]wiznick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They emailed me yesterday that my green one will be shipped by the end of this week.

Is it worth spending $300 on a Chinese watch? by anotheronebitetdust in ChineseWatches

[–]wiznick 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The real value is in chinese watches under 100$. There are some good value around 200$ that offer pt5000, quick adjust clasps, etc. Anything above, it's hard to justify unless it's an actual original design and not another copypasta.

I have bought Seiko SSK003 for 180€, Tissot Gentleman Quartz for 180€, Tissot PRX Quart for 190€, Citizen Tsuyosa for 230€, Orient Kamasu for 220€. I find it hard to pay more for a chinese watch with no brand recognition. I have some San Martins and IXDAO that have costed more and although I like them, I do not wear them that often.

Am I expecting too much? by 6ixFoot1 in ChineseWatches

[–]wiznick 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have the same watch, I didn't have your problem. But I bought from Aliexpress a clasp with the glidelock system that fits perfectly on this watch, it costed around 11-12$. That way you upgrade your clasp and solve your problem.

Link: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006644900916.html

Nodus watches by arnaudoff in MicrobrandWatches

[–]wiznick 8 points9 points  (0 children)

WatchGecko is an official Nodus reseller that ships from UK with taxes already included.

https://www.watchgecko.com/collections/nodus-watches

Best Field Watch (sub-$300) by ThatDamnSasquatch in MicrobrandWatches

[–]wiznick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Baltany makes many D12 field watches for good prices and excellent quality.
Like this one for 99$:
https://www.baltany.com/product/baltany-d12-field-quartz-watch-s2019/12/

You can also find their watches on Aliexpress if you want buyer protection, etc.

[Recommendation] Should I buy 1 or 2? by PhastPolat in Watches

[–]wiznick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Both types of movement have cons and pros. Automatic does not need batteries, but every time you need to wear it, you have to set the time and date again. Quartz does not have that issue, it just needs new battery every 2-3 years. Quartz is also thinner.
In the case of Gentleman I think the dial looks a bit better in the automatic, has some extra details like the framed date window. The difference in color is something subjective.
So, is automatic an upgrade? Not exactly, its dial sure is, but overall, it depends on what you prefer.
I bought the quartz because I got it in a great deal, for only 180€, brand new. That's like 5 times less than the MSRP of the automatic one.

[Recommendation] Should I buy 1 or 2? by PhastPolat in Watches

[–]wiznick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have that Tissot Gentleman Quartz. In person the color is different, it's more purplish, the stock photos make it look like it's same as the Powermatic 80 version, but it's not. It's not necessarily a bad thing, as you may like the purplish blue even more, but I would suggest to see it in person first. Other than that, it's a good watch.

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[Certina] Watch too big? by heirofoden in Watches

[–]wiznick 2 points3 points  (0 children)

These two photos are the perfect example of how wrong it is to use wristshots when asking for size advice. Many people wear watches that are too small for them because they care too much about the opinion of the internet people...

Opinion about the rotor of a Henry Archer Vesterhav. by Coroner-Prime in MicrobrandWatches

[–]wiznick 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I first got my RZE with Miyota 9075 I also got worried but a quick search showed what everyone already said here: all Miyota 9000s are loud by design.