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Give your lock screen a break and jump-start the season with some proper wrist wear — pick up a few while you’re at it. scargel backpackMore information below (from left to right).m58 backpack This piece is timeless Rolex at its best. wyvern backpack priceProduced since 1945, the Datejust was originally designed for everyday wear. backpack 56x45x25cmThat everyone from Eisenhower to your grandfather has worn one makes it that much better — and it’s been vetted. exo mcm backpack priceThis particular piece dates to around 1971, and features the classic Oyster case and an 18K white gold fluted bezel. backpack samsonite abc 14

But more importantly: it’s pristine, having retained all of its original components in superb condition. backpack g752If you’re in the market for a smaller, bulletproof Rolex, this is the one. Includes an unlined Cordovan strap by Hodinkee and two 20mm nylon straps. This general-issue military chronograph is vaunted amongst collectors and enthusiasts — another reason for its climbing prices. This example features a clean “civilian” dial without the military markings and flyback functionality. Known among collectors as a “T-Only” model for its tiny marking above 6:00 demarcating the use of tritium lume, this Bundeswehr features a crisp case, original dial in excellent condition and no discoloration. Includes a brown leather bund strap and two nylon straps. Speaking of Heuer icons, you won’t find a better time-tested one than the Monaco, which was sealed into the annals of history when Steve McQueen donned one in the 1971 film Le Mans.

Though McQueen’s variant with a blue dial is wildly popular (commanding equally wild premiums), some of the less-common models, like this rare example with a silver dial and vibrant hands and print, are the savvier shopper’s find. This excellent-condition Monaco features a Heuer Calibre 15 movement and features a 30-Minute Counter at 3:00. Includes a black leather rally strap and two 22mm Crown & Buckle nylon straps. Vintage Porsche not included. If you’re looking for a unique vintage Heuer chronograph without the equivalent price tag, then look no further than this Baylor chronograph. Made on the same assembly lines (Heuer was contracted to make chronographs for other brands during the 1960s and 1970s), it’s a fine example of a “poor man’s” Heuer Autavia; even more so if you’re into the vogue trend of panda dial watches (black on white, white on black). At 38mm, the Baylor has a just-right sizing with clean dials and sub-dials and hands with beautiful patina. The pushers have been replaced with genuine parts.

Includes three straps from Crown & Buckle. 38mm, Landeron 349 Movement. Our unabashed penchant for Military watches is best explained by pieces like the Benrus G.I. watch. Understated, durable and spartan, the Benrus features a manual-wind movement with a special feature of yore: a mechanism that pauses the second hand to allow soldiers to synchronize timepieces with incredible accuracy. This piece, which dates back to 1973, is housed in a matte steel case and includes two nylon straps. Board of Education Special Meeting on January 31st:  Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 7:00pm at Colchester Elementary School Cafeteria. Parent Ads Are DueTo order your parent ad you must go online with the website provided. Congratulations to Brianna Stonick – 2017 Poetry Out Loud winner and Laura Sokoloski was named alternate. : Please read and follow the attached Pick Up Policy for Bacon Academy. Girls Lacrosse Meeting:Location: Bacon Academy Cafeteria, Time:.Attendance is strongly encouraged for any girls interested in playing lacrosse this spring. 

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