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Atlantis 100, imported from Arkansas. Yep! The voodoo worked! 
Straight out of the box, not even wiped down. 
Gonna have to come up with a Plan B there!
Close inspection with a loupe convinces me that it's original, too! Not
only has it never been refinished, I don't believe it's ever been
touched up!
So I'm like "Great! The set mode is bolloxed! ".
But, no, apparently the former owner was smart enough to install a new
battery, but not smart enough to set the time and calendar. 
That or he simply couldn't be bothered. In any case, all modes and
pushers work perfectly, so I'm just happier'n a little dog with a big
bone! 
again, Bro. Ed. I owe ye one mate!
 WooooOOOOoooOOOoooHOO! It's here!
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Caveman001 | 93 | April 10, 2013 08:14PM |
Nice one!Always nice when it exceeds expectations! congrats!
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flasharry | 21 | April 10, 2013 08:22PM |
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Excellent news. Congrats! (n/t)
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DJM | 31 | April 10, 2013 08:42PM |
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Nice one (n/t)
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DRFP | 32 | April 10, 2013 08:59PM |
  on that score, Ricky! Looks almost mint to me. CONGRATZ! (n/t)
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EdH | 30 | April 10, 2013 09:08PM |
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Re: I'm just happier'n a little dog with a big bone! More like 'a little dog with a big boner!' by the sound of it! ;-)
Congrats! |
JY | 40 | April 10, 2013 09:39PM |
Re: big boner - my exact thought   (n/t)
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jackrobinson | 30 | April 11, 2013 12:29AM |
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Coooool and good luck with finding the right shoes for it (n/t)
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JP | 33 | April 10, 2013 10:20PM |
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Congrats!!! It is ... factory-new condition.
I see some great characteristics: Pushes are well protected from knocks due to case shape. A big To Timex
The design of the bezel application from the top with screws looks like it was meant to be a shock absorber
Great looking and versatile bracelet
All relevant information is displayed at once and clearly - a Timex thing! Caso learnt well.
Case shape is military style
Case and bracelet finish - bean blast - is just THE deal 
WR 100m
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jackrobinson | 43 | April 11, 2013 01:27AM |
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I would not be bothered to much with the bracelet... I has straight end links and if you don't insist on solid links it can
be eFlayed very cheap! Otherwise one of your Nato's would do the trick
for you. Congrats with nice "NOS" piece!
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James T. Kirk© | 31 | April 11, 2013 06:12AM |
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watch. Second, it's something of a Landmark Model for (all SS case, ending a spell where they'd gone pretty much base-metal exclusively). Third, I maintain one for a co-worker, and have always admired it, despite it's somewhat rough condition. Fourth, I own the modern "homage version", so this Completes The Set, as it were.
I do have several Jubilee-style bracelets in The Boneyard, but the
Timex links proved incompatible. If you're curious, there's a full suit
of photos on the bracelet HERE...
-style Mil-strap. Works for me!
So I'm like "Great! The set mode is bolloxed! ".
That or he simply couldn't be bothered. In any case, all modes and pushers work perfectly, so All's Well That Ends Well.
 Timex Atlantis 100 ca. 1989
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Caveman001 | 123 | April 27, 2013 02:42PM |
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Grrrrrrr9 review. Well done
and I stand behind the list of things I like, listed in past thread. |
jackrobinson | 28 | April 27, 2013 03:00PM |
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Re: ..and I stand behind the list of things I like, listed in past thread. And it occurs to me that I've never properly acknowledged that reply.
So! On the theory that it's better late than never...
All true, IMHO! I couldn't imagine a pusher ever being accidentally activated. The bracelet is rather well-done, even if it's folded links and way to short for me personally. The data is presented well, and the WR is more than adequate. Also, these watches as rugged and reliable as a stone axe - you wouldn't believe the abuse my co-worker heaps on his, and it never misses a lick.
The finish is beautiful!
Ahhhh. not so much. In fact, these watches
are known for the plastic bezel breaking. The 4 screw-tabs are very
thin ( ~ .75mm), and that's the common failure point. My co-worker's
watch (linked above) is missing the bezel entirely.
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Caveman001 | 19 | April 28, 2013 01:59PM |
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review! A friend of mine has the modern version... which was recently donated to him. A
pity about the scuff mark on the name at the top. Other than that the
watch is in great condition. Your vintage version is much more to my
liking for all the obvious reasons.
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Jimmy50 | 30 | April 27, 2013 06:57PM |
Re: A pity about the scuff mark on the name at the top.  
Looks like a close encounter with a brick wall  if I'm any judge.
Got to say it - Wearing them both together reminds me that, while I may not ascribe to his views 100%, Cap'n Kirk does have a point about plastic watches.
The 1989 version feels like a Main Battle Tank compared to the 2012 version.
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Caveman001 | 27 | April 27, 2013 08:16PM |
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Re: Cap'n Kirk does have a point about plastic watches. Finally, some recognition!
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James T. Kirk© | 28 | April 28, 2013 11:56AM |
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Shaddap You Face (n/t)
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jackrobinson | 28 | April 28, 2013 12:12PM |
Meanie!!  (n/t)
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James T. Kirk© | 28 | April 28, 2013 12:25PM |
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Caveman001 | 25 | April 28, 2013 01:41PM |
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Re: Finally, some recognition! Don't get too cocky.
Taken alone, in absolute terms, I still like a It's only when I wear it with the 1989 model that it seems.. Well, a bit "flimsy". 
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Caveman001 | 28 | April 28, 2013 01:40PM |
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NIcely done. (n/t)
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DJM | 24 | April 27, 2013 10:10PM |
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Gotta love some vintage timexx watches!!! Nice score!
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dano0 | 29 | April 28, 2013 10:12AM |
Re: Nice score!
Absolutely!
And I must say, it's great to see your byline Bro. dano0!
I understand you have some challenges in your life of late, but please do stop in whenever you get the chance. |
Caveman001 | 25 | April 28, 2013 02:03PM |
Though, of course, it blows 'most any mechanical away.