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amleto
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by amleto » Thu Feb 02, 2012 6:59 pm
Almost certainly of no interest to anyone else - a beat-up old seiko quartz. However, this is pretty much the only watch that I have ever known my dad to wear. It's been with him to the falklands and back. Sadly he passed away on Tuesday and I miss him so much
:'(
only have phone to hand, so apologies on that front.
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by highway62 » Thu Feb 02, 2012 7:04 pm
No apologies needed. Deepest sympathies on your loss.
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by Tyke » Thu Feb 02, 2012 7:07 pm
Sorry for your loss.
Those versions to me epitomise the Seiko style and the C2 /C20 have a hint of that style about them as well.
Wear it with pride and in remembrance. Watches like that are always worth more than just money
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by sidders » Thu Feb 02, 2012 7:09 pm
Sorry for your loss. That watch will always mean more to you than anyone you ever buy and something nice to remember him by
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by poppydoodlesdad » Thu Feb 02, 2012 7:12 pm
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by downer » Thu Feb 02, 2012 7:13 pm
Sympathies for your loss. Cherish the watch.
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by alphajet » Thu Feb 02, 2012 7:15 pm
Sorry to hear of your loss, the watch will be something to treasure for the future.
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by Amor Vincit Omnia » Thu Feb 02, 2012 7:19 pm
So sorry to hear of your sad loss...at least you have something very special of his to keep and treasure.
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by Lavaine » Thu Feb 02, 2012 8:51 pm
Very sorry for your loss. That Seiko will always have a special meaning to you, and will fill you with pride and happy memories whenever you wear it.
I have a 70's Cardinal quartz that belonged to my grandfather. The new battery is likely worth more than the watch, but it is the most important watch in my collection. I swear I stand straighter and walk taller when I am wearing it!
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by watchlover1 » Thu Feb 02, 2012 8:56 pm
Very sorry for your loss.
The setimental value outweighs anything else irrespective of the brand or model etc At least you can now look after and cherish this as a memory. What a great history too, falklands and back!
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by sibex » Thu Feb 02, 2012 9:01 pm
So very sorry for your loss.
I have exactly the same watch that my grandfather bought me for my 13th birthday, way back in 1982. It is a great watch and holds many memories. I will never part with it. Strangely, I had it out just today, as the battery needs replacing.
Treasure his watch and in the fullness of time I hope it will make you smile fondly.
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by CornishDave » Thu Feb 02, 2012 9:39 pm
Sorry to hear of your sad loss. Take care of your old Dad's watch, I am sure he will be closer to you when you wear it.
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by footycrazy » Thu Feb 02, 2012 9:48 pm
Deeply sorry to hear of your loss, treasure your fathers seiko and memories.
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by Kip » Thu Feb 02, 2012 10:06 pm
So sorry for your loss. These times are never easy. My condolences to you and your family.
My father also left me a Seiko watch when he passed. I took great joy in restoring it to its former glory.
Cherish the memories.....
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by amleto » Thu Feb 02, 2012 11:08 pm
thanks all for your kind words.
Halios Tropik SS, C60 GMT SKKO, Magrette Regattare 2011 sold, Casio Edifice, Seiko x2
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