 Stührling Original Tuskegee Flier
 
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Ricky Lee |
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May 20, 2012 05:47PM |
Niceee Ricky. You know, this may be the only Stuhrling
I would be interested in buying... not immediately because I have other priorities, but it seems to be nice enough to own...
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carlopmwf |
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May 21, 2012 11:39AM |
Re: ..I would be interested in buying..
Well. Not sure I'd go that far. 
For instance:
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Mind you this could be due in part to the overwhelming persuasiveness of Bro. MCV's reviews. 
But there are at least a handful of  watches besides the Tuskegee Flier that I'd consider...
 
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 06:49PM |
I certainly like the one with the 'golf ball' design dial  (n/t)
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James T. Kirk© |
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May 21, 2012 07:12PM |
Been eyeing the Tuskegee for some time now...
...may just have to get me one now! Thanks for the review, Ricky Lee!
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RR218 |
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May 21, 2012 11:36AM |
I think it's a very pretty watch. Too bad it doesn't say on the watch that it is dedicated to the Tuskegee...
In that case I would have been all over it...
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Micha |
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May 21, 2012 10:31AM |
Re: In that case I would have been all over it..
You know, that would have been a nice touch! 
Even something as simple as..
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..a caseback engraving, as in the case of the Lip Croix du Sud.
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 01:30PM |
Yup, I prefer a nicely engraved case back over a display back any time  (n/t)
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Micha |
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May 21, 2012 04:12PM |
I got to agree. For one thing...
..the CNC-generated approximation of hand-engraving on this movement does not impress me. 
It might impress a civilian. But a WIS? Come on!
I'd much rather they installed a plain-jane undecorated DG2816, and substituted a nice solid caseback engraved with..
..one of the group's Wing Emblems.
Hmmmmmm. Wouldn't that be a kick-ass custom mod project?! I know this ol' boy in Mississippi that could do it... 
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 06:17PM |
Re: I think it's a very pretty watch. Too bad it doesn't say on the watch that it is dedicated to the Tuskegee...
Agreed wholeheartedly. Those kids from Tuskegee were brave in so many
ways that no one else had to be simply by virtue of the colour of their
skin. Yet they proved themselves time and again to be consummate
professionals and damned hot pilots with some of the best records of the
war, including fewest losses of bombers they escorted. True heroes as
far as I am concerned.
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Magnum |
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May 21, 2012 10:56AM |
A very nice watch and review , Ricky !!! (n/t)
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IF |
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May 21, 2012 09:03AM |
Good Ricky, I was quite attracted by the last one....
...of the bunch of photo's, the Tuskegee Skymaster!
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James T. Kirk© |
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May 21, 2012 05:26AM |
Thanks for the blame! And great review, Ricky! But mine is for sale . . .
I am glad to have pointed some folks to this deal, which I think was a
real winner. It's nice seeing that some of you decided to get it.
My
watch arrived two days ago, and I agree with Ricky that the watch is
beautiful and the packaging is too. He did a great job of reviewing it.
Thanks, Ricky! I couldn't have done it better.
I really like
mine, except for the blue color used on the dial. I thought that it
would "pop" more from the black background, but I find it somewhat
subdued. Speaking with BobbyMike today at a church covered-dish
gathering, he explained to me that that is the "aged watch" look.
I
find myself wishing that they had put Ricky's #4 (white face, black
markings, my new first choice) or #2 (black face, yellow markings) above
on sale. But I might have still chosen the blue, since I hadn't seen it
yet. Either of those other models are still on my watch (pun!) list.
Anyway,
I've decided that I will sell mine for what I paid ($42.54) plus actual
shipping, shipped in the original inner and outer boxes. The watch has
only been briefly on my wrist (less than 5 minutes) one time, so it is
like new. Contact me if any of you are interested. Otherwise, I'll post
on the sales forum.
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benhemp |
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May 20, 2012 10:56PM |
Re:
..the blue color used on the dial. I thought that it would "pop" more
from the black background, but I find it somewhat subdued.
Well.. I'm a
bit surprised. But only in that the stock photos are quite
representative of the actual watch. IMHO. If anything they seem, to me,
to make the colors look more "subdued" than they actually are...
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benhemp
..that is the "aged watch" look.
Ahhh.. not sure I agree that's the effect they were going for. If so, they certainly kept it subtle.
This is an extreme example of "the 'aged watch' look":
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benhemp
..(white face, black markings, my new first choice) or #2 (black face, yellow markings)..
I'd
say the former would be a much better choice. I've seen the
yellow-on-black in person, and it's also rather under-stated and
subdued.
Maybe the blue-on-orange would be your best bet. That sucker would really "pop", I imagine.
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benhemp
Anyway, I've decided that I will sell mine for what I paid ($42.54) plus actual shipping..
If that doesn't pan out, remember that  has a generous 30-day Return Policy. Aside from Books, Software, and Videos, it's pretty much wide-open and no-questions-asked.
Good luck!
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 06:17AM |
I agree that the photos were accurate. I guess I was hoping!
And thanks for the guidance about the yellow-on-black version. It is appreciated.
I think the blue-on-orange version has too much pop for me!
I
think the one that Wen mentioned (black dial, white markers, brown
strap; very traditional) would now be my 1st choice, and the
black-on-white one my 2nd.
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benhemp |
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May 21, 2012 08:59AM |
Re: I think the blue-on-orange version has too much pop for me!
You got to admit it's an eye-catching color scheme.
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benhemp
I
think the one that Wen mentioned (black dial, white markers, brown
strap; very traditional) would now be my 1st choice, and the
black-on-white one my 2nd.
Both handsome watches, sure.
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 01:22PM |
Oh my word, an aged look on PURPOSE?? 
I can imagine, some people (certainly not me) like a very old battered
watch with heavy patina and mold on/in the dial because of it's real
age, but to make that on purpose?? That's even worse than putting
decorative chrono dials on a cheap Chinese watch, I just can't stand
that (just like plastic-and botox enhanced Hollywood people). Of course
IMHO.
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James T. Kirk© |
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May 21, 2012 06:29AM |
Re: That's even worse than putting decorative chrono dials on a cheap Chinese watch..
I'm no fan of the concept, I admit.
It smacks too much of  , to me. 
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 08:47AM |
We are in one accord, Ricky! (n/t)
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James T. Kirk© |
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May 21, 2012 09:04AM |
(n/t)
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 11:11AM |
Very nice, Ricky. Congrats. (n/t)
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Mark C. |
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May 20, 2012 10:46PM |
Really good job on that review Ricky. >
I don't suppose they make a "midsize" version?....
'cuz I sure can't swing 44 mm
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Smaug |
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May 20, 2012 10:37PM |
Re: I don't suppose they make a "midsize" version?.... 'cuz I sure can't swing 44 mm
And, as noted below, it "wears bigger" than 44mm might seem to indicate. IMHO.
Alas, if they make a smaller version I'm not aware of it. AFAIK they start at 44mm and go up from there...
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 06:01AM |
Nice review, Ricky! It's a great value these days.
I like the basic black dial / brown strap best. I even ordered it once,
but I got the XL version (48mm vs 44mm) and I had to return it.
If I see this one (non-XL version) at below $50 as well, I'll definitely go for it!
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Wen |
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May 20, 2012 08:36PM |
Re: I like the basic black dial / brown strap best.
Doh! Can't believe I forgot to post a photo of that one.
Agreed it's the most traditional (or "basic") of all the choices.
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Wen
I even ordered it once, but I got the XL version (48mm vs 44mm) and I had to return it.
You
know, for some reason I can't quite put a finger on, even the 44mm
version seems to "wear big". At first I though I must have gotten the XL
version, too, and had to put the calipers on it to convince meself
otherwise.
Not that I'm complaining! 'tis no problem for me
personally, but I know that some struggle even at 42mm, so it bears
pointing out.
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Wen
If I see this one (non-XL version) at below $50 as well, I'll definitely go for it!
Here's hoping!
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 05:51AM |
I like the one you posted, Wen! Another one I'd consider. (n/t)
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benhemp |
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May 20, 2012 11:19PM |
Nice watch, and nice review -- thanks RL! (n/t)
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Les |
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May 20, 2012 08:13PM |
Re: Stührling Original Tuskegee Flier
Thanks for the review, Bro Ricky. I think the next time these roll
around on sale, I just may pull the trigger on it. I have to say, like
you, regardless of the company's reputation, I am impressed with the
quality of the watch for their prices. I have their "Delphi Omega"
skeleton watch. I know you are no fan of skeleton styles, but the
mechanics of the watch are excellent. It really keeps great time. When I
am not wearing it, I will wind it every 30 hours and it is pretty in
line with my Seiko quartz. When I am wearing it, I don't wind it at all,
and it still is accurate enough for me. Same movement as in the flier,
so it is clearly a successful one for Sturhling. It keeps better time
than my Android which has a Seagull movement in it.
Cheers!
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Magnum |
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May 20, 2012 07:36PM |
Re: I think the next time these roll around on sale, I just may pull the trigger on it.
Well.. again, still has them for $52.94 shipped. I know every little bit counts, but that's a Darned Good Price, too!
The orange-on-black and yellow-on-black models can currently be had for ~ $85 from several sources...
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Magnum
I know you are no fan of skeleton styles..
Well. I like the idea.
And
I want to like the watches. Indeed, I've owned a couple. But once
they're actually on me wrist, I find that I can't love them after all. 
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Magnum
Same movement as in the flier, so it is clearly a successful one for Sturhling.
Oh, the DG2816 is a solid movement, and no doubt about it!
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Ricky Lee |
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May 20, 2012 07:58PM |
one is winging (trucking?) it's way to me now, too! 
I was planning to sell some watches toward a grail, and you show me this! Oh well...
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itschris |
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May 20, 2012 09:39PM |
Re: I was planning to sell some watches toward a grail, and you show me this!
Sorry Bro. Chris, just trying to "Pass It On".
But FWIW, I'm betting you'll be well-pleased with it. It really is an amazing watch at this price point.
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Ricky Lee |
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May 21, 2012 05:35AM |
Nice job, RL. Strong value there.  (n/t)
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MCV |
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May 20, 2012 07:17PM |
Thanks Bro. Marc!
It means a lot  coming from The King Of Watch Reviews. 
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Ricky Lee |
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May 20, 2012 07:35PM |
 Ricky, for an excellent review! Mmmmmm, makes me want to>>>>>
well...you know.......GET ONE! Whew...there I said it!  I only wish they were still on sale with lunch change from a 50 dollar (USD) bill!
Thanks again for the review.
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EdH |
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May 20, 2012 07:04PM |
Re: I only wish they were still on sale with lunch change from a 50 dollar (USD) bill!
Well, you won't get any change.. In fact, you'll have to skip a Happy meal to fund the shipping.
But FWIW still has them for US $52.94 shipped...
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Ricky Lee |
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May 20, 2012 07:32PM |
Ricky, for the heads-up on the watch! (n/t)
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EdH |
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May 20, 2012 07:50PM |
, and I don't have much tolerance for hype.
