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Re: O&W Caribbean, and it's shiny custom bracelet

Great shot… very modern… looking.. that 'modern' that meant the late 50's early 60's… a beauty for sure..

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: I know this isn't new to me.. but I thought I'd share the pics of
: it on it's new bracelet.
: These have distinctive triangular lugs, what I call 'sharks tooth',
: so finding a bracelet for it is impossible. There was an
: optional BoR bracelet (with corresponding end links) available
: to buy with this watch when it was new, but finding one these
: days is like hunting down a 1st gen Autavia bracelet!!

: Anyway, I decided to have a go at a good quality aftermarket oyster
: bracelet. Armed with a multi-tool type knife, with a file
: attached, plus some beers, I set to work.
: I love the results, looks like a match made in heaven, and it's
: like having another new watch!!

: Further details on this beautiful watch are here:
: http://heuerville.wordpress.com/2013/10/31/ollech-wajs-caribbean-1000-ref-702/

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: - Heuerville

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