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Peteo · Post by **Peteo** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 4:03 pm

That new Airking looks great, theaub. Enjoy it!

ItsAliveJim · Post by **ItsAliveJim** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 4:25 pm

Smiths today. Think this one is a keeper

theaub · Post by **theaub** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 4:33 pm

Peteo wrote:That new Airking looks great, theaub. Enjoy it!

Thanks

Dancematt · Post by **Dancematt** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 5:58 pm

Berkshire wrote:
Dancematt wrote: Real volcanic ash
Really? I wonder how the dial is made.

Fixing volcanic ash on the dial requires some creativity in technique. A clear color is applied to the galvanic black dial, after which volcanic ash is sprinkled onto the clear color whilst it is still wet. The color and ash is then dried and polished. The polishing process is undertaken with great care to ensure the texture and properties of the ash prevail. Bold white indexes and a 12 and 6 as well as a bright red “goð” are applied to the dial. The word “goð” is a reference to history of the People of Icelandic and their smooth conversion to Christianity in 1000 AD. This was in part to the incredible impression ,the eruptions and rumblings of the earth spewing lava and spurting fiery hot molten rock, had on their decision.

See original post for more interesting links.

Berkshire · Post by **Berkshire** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 6:01 pm

Dancematt wrote:
Berkshire wrote:
Dancematt wrote: Real volcanic ash
Really? I wonder how the dial is made.

Fixing volcanic ash on the dial requires some creativity in technique. A clear color is applied to the galvanic black dial, after which volcanic ash is sprinkled onto the clear color whilst it is still wet. The color and ash is then dried and polished. The polishing process is undertaken with great care to ensure the texture and properties of the ash prevail. Bold white indexes and a 12 and 6 as well as a bright red “goð” are applied to the dial. The word “goð” is a reference to history of the People of Icelandic and their smooth conversion to Christianity in 1000 AD. This was in part to the incredible impression ,the eruptions and rumblings of the earth spewing lava and spurting fiery hot molten rock, had on their decision.
See original post for more interesting links.

Thanks I missed that, It was a pure guess. Clearly the look works.

gwells · Post by **gwells** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 6:01 pm

Dancematt · Post by **Dancematt** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 6:02 pm

Berkshire wrote: Thanks I missed that, It was a pure guess. Clearly the look works.

Hi, Sorry, forgive me - just found that quote above but have updated the thread to include other interesting things about them.

Berkshire · Post by **Berkshire** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 6:06 pm

Dancematt wrote:
Berkshire wrote: Thanks I missed that, It was a pure guess. Clearly the look works.
Hi, Sorry, forgive me - just found that quote above but have updated the thread to include other interesting things about them.

No problem, I would love to see the watch in the flesh. Perhaps one day.

ddav · Post by **ddav** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 7:09 pm

footycrazy · Post by **footycrazy** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 7:10 pm

Today the SMP came back from service/repair. I have missed it.

james80 · Post by **james80** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 7:15 pm

That's lovely footy.

Konketsu · Post by **Konketsu** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 7:36 pm

Berkshire wrote:
Konketsu wrote:My "golden ratio" Omega Seamaster
Jeff that's a beautiful vintage Omega.

Thank you! I really should wear it more.

That Airking is wonderful too, 34mm but wear and looks 36mm at least. Light dials do that I guess.

Good to see a renaissance of "normal" sized watches, 33-36mm!

Phil0886 · Post by **Phil0886** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 7:40 pm

I've finally joined the Monster club

stefs · Post by **stefs** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 8:21 pm

footycrazy wrote:Today the SMP came back from service/repair. I have missed it.

Just lovely and one of the best bargains of all time

ddav · Post by **ddav** » Fri Jan 17, 2014 10:40 pm

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