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    Version C, please. Would buy an A too if the EVEREST was printed in a dial-shaded font!


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    Ohhh, pretty. I already have version A, think I’d have to add a C as well.

    It’s something that occurred to me the other day when I was looking at mine - the 36mm PRS-25 case is a great base for all sorts of possible designs, not just 1016 homages.
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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post


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    That C version is splendid. I’ll definitely buy


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    I'd definitely buy B, probably buy A and flip my "first generation" black version ... the hour/second hands on A are a definite improvement on that.

    C is nice enough, but I'd need to see the final product before making a purchase decision ... it certainly doesn't grab me like B does ... B I'd order up front just based on that drawing ...

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    I really like B.

    A is also good, probably a minor improvement over the current 36mm, but nothing that would worry me. If someone wants one of the 36mm, I'd just buy the one just released.

    Oh for C - guess would like to see a real proto to make a decision. Not too sure at the moment, could be a winner, or maybe a total dogs dinner!

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    Would the C version be same lume as the others or the vintage tone in the picture?


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    [QUOTE=AdmiralNilsson;4985478]Would the C version be same lume as the others or the vintage tone in the picture?


    Good point! Not a fan of faux vintage lume.


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    I dont mind the vintage look lume as long as it glows. Which it mostly doesnt, on most of the vintage look lumed watches i have. But imuch prefer version C over any of the others. The a404 dial is a stroke of genius, i think that like with the 29am it looks like a smiths that could have been, rather than a 1016 homage. Id like to see more original smiths influence and design dna in all the smiths branded watches, rather than being c/overt homages to any other brand but maybe thats just me... ;c)

    But yeah. Shut up and take my money on version C. Looks brilliant.

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    And talking of smiths design dna id also go with the red seconds hand. Its so very very smiths.

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    Quote Originally Posted by AdmiralNilsson View Post
    Would the C version be same lume as the others or the vintage tone in the picture?


    Good point! Not a fan of faux vintage lume.


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    Me neither


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    [QUOTE=AdmiralNilsson;4985522]
    Quote Originally Posted by Ogdensnut View Post

    Me neither


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    That’s a non from me too to faux lume fwiw


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    B for me.

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    How I would hate Eddie’s job right now... the amount of work to put together -repeatedly- projects like that, and then people picking and choosing combinations that are not offered...


    It will be a C dial with B hands for me.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Saint-Just View Post
    How I would hate Eddie’s job right now... the amount of work to put together -repeatedly- projects like that, and then people picking and choosing combinations that are not offered...

    Hear hear.
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    It won't have vintage lume, it will have X1-C3.

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    Whole chunks of my life come under the heading "it seemed like a good idea at the time".

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post
    It won't have vintage lume, it will have X1-C3.

    Eddie
    I will buy it however it comes Eddie, I trust your judgement before all others, ....and the meek shall inherit the earth... if that's ok with everyone else.

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post
    I'll adjust the hands but no plans to change anything else.

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    Eddie what are you doing to the hands of the black 36mm everest?

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post
    It won't have vintage lume, it will have X1-C3.

    Eddie
    Nice, vintage lume is a bit....meh.

    I do like the thought of a red second hand.

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post
    It won't have vintage lume, it will have X1-C3.

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    Eddie - does that mean the colour of the lume will be similar to what you have on the B variant?

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    Quote Originally Posted by crazyp View Post
    Eddie - does that mean the colour of the lume will be similar to what you have on the B variant?
    Yes.

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    Whole chunks of my life come under the heading "it seemed like a good idea at the time".

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post
    Yes.

    Eddie
    Fantastic. That’s one for me then


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    Eddie version C is absolutely perfect, exactly like an original Everest. There is money in the bank for this one

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    Eddie, do you have a guess when these beauties will be available? Have you thought about offering a special collectors bundle for those freaks who want to have all three?

    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post


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    Good work Eddie, fwiw I reckon B/C will be very special.

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    C as well as B now given the normal lume

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    Quote Originally Posted by rodan View Post
    Ohhh, pretty. I already have version A, think I’d have to add a C as well.
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    And so do I.

    A clear vote in favour of C.

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    B please.

    Or, make both, like the PRS-29? Seems there's enthusiasm for "C," as well. Should draw in the Smiths enthusiasts and those who will balk at an Explorer "homage."

    Either way, best of luck with the new release, and Happy New Year.

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    The C looks to have great promise, particularly at 36mm. It picks up the feel of the original A454 quite nicely.

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    Version A for me

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    Definitely in for a C

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    I’ll be watching these with interest... especially given the date-less movement and ‘X grade’ lume.

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    The centre part of the dial is sunken.

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    Whole chunks of my life come under the heading "it seemed like a good idea at the time".

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post




    The centre part of the dial is sunken.

    Eddie

    Perfect ! Thanks

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post




    The centre part of the dial is sunken.

    Eddie
    This is fabulous. A real stunner. I really hope that this makes it into a production run.


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    AAARRGH , there's more !! torn between B & C - I'd have both but having got the 40mm I'd
    probably be lynched if I tried to get both !

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    I am really, really impressed by version C.

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    Version C please

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    Hi, long-time lurker, first-time poster. I just had to chime in that I really, really love version C. Would buy!

    -VM
    Last edited by marschv; 4th January 2019 at 17:00.

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    I intend to buy Version C as well. Any rough timelines so I get my savings in shape?

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    Version C would certainly test my resolve not to buy any watches this year to breaking point.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ZIM View Post
    Version C would certainly test my resolve not to buy any watches this year to breaking point.
    I know what you mean, my resolve held and I managed to not buy the 36mm Everest before Christmas, but this may make me crack. Participating in this thread hasn't helped either.....

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    Version C for me. Maybe with a red seconds hand iso a blue one, just like the original 454 Smiths?
    And maybe the hour numbers could/should be slightly bigger.
    Last edited by DannyPN; 4th January 2019 at 17:39. Reason: additional remark

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    Quote Originally Posted by DannyPN View Post
    Version C for me. Maybe with a red seconds hand iso a blue one, just like the original 454 Smiths?
    And maybe the hour numbers could/should be slightly bigger.
    Good call about the numbers being ever so slightly bigger. I also think the red second hand would be worth looking at, maybe without the lollipop.

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    Hmmm. Starting to like that Version C.
    It's good to have choices.

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    Glad to see the 16mm taper is confirmed :)

    Version C now looks very appealing, especially with the much improved second hand.

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    Should Version C perhaps come on a leather strap, and not an oyster bracelet?

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    Quote Originally Posted by rodan View Post
    Should Version C perhaps come on a leather strap, and not an oyster bracelet?
    You could always just fit any strap you like :) tbh I wouldn't bother buying if it didn't come on a bracelet, might as well just wear the prs29.

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    I like the fact it comes with a bracelet. To get a bracelet after the event is always a pain.

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