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Hi folks - I'm new to the forum. Currently doing BHI's distance learning course in clock/watch servicing/repair. Today, and most other days, I'm wearing a Junghans Chronoscope - it's big and fat, but I love the simplicity. Tasty customized Valjoux 7750 movement under the hood too...

 

 

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That is the type of watch that I LOVE! Kind of a retro thing goin on! Although, I was also amazed that it was only listed as 40mm diameter....It plays a lot larger than that with such a thin bezel, Well Done! And, compared to a fair number of watches out there, $2K seems like a pretty fair price, just sayin...

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