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Re: Watch browsing in Italy
In Response To: Watch browsing in Italy ()

: I was in Ravenna on the Adriatic coast a few
: days ago, and found two Omegas worth
: physically handling. One was the 45mm PO,
: and all I have to say is DAMN!! that is one
: humongous watch!! The thing is 50% thicker
: than my Ti Seamaster, and weighs at lest
: TWICE as much!! It was nice looking, but I
: can't imagine having that much weight on one
: of my wrists.

I know what you mean, Sam. I tried a PO chrono on at a local AD about a month ago and thought its size and weight were WAY too much for me. When I put my Bond SMP back on it felt like a feather by comparison.

Enjoy your time in Italy!!

-John

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