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 As someone who grew up over there...You have a very important decision to make....well it used to be important.
 You will either be a La Hacienda family like we were or you can be wrong and be a Los Tios family.
 
 I can't vouch for either these days, But in the 80's-early 90's La Hacienda was bomb.com
 Los Tios
 And you shouldn't be a Los Tios family. La Fiesta 1A, La Hacienda 1B... Los Tios C.
 Bacaro is pretty good. Urban American Kitchen is as well. Pizarro's is overrated and overpriced. Hungry's has some good food.
 Drive down Memorial to Jonathan's or The Union Kitchen. Jonathan's in particular is outstanding.
 
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		There are tons of Spinnakers available at around that price and they are having a 25% sale. 
 Sapphire crystal, automatic movement, 100m or more of water resistance, lots of models to choose from and with the discount under many are under $300.
 https://spinnaker-watches.com/pages/4th-of-july-sale- 
					
						
					
							
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		If anyone is looking for a relatively standard field watch with some very nice finishing touches, Wasson Watch Company makes a Field Watch. They are offering $300 off for Father's Day. Code Dad23. 
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 I don't have one of his watches, but it's on the list. He does great work. Beautiful finishing.Stumbled across this a few minutes ago, I thought there were some nice pieces to share.
 Felipe Pikullik | Uhrmacher (felipe-pikullik.de)
 Be careful though. If you stumbled across Felipe Pikulik then you're entering a whole new world of small independent brands. I hope you have a well paying gig.
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 Thank you, I will try James add well as minute man.James at Thomas graphics
 Monica at minuteman
 James first. Tell him clear blue ink sent you his way.
 And I'll pass along your name to James.
 
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 Thanks man, I'll give them a call.I’ve used this place before …
 minute man press
 2117 Chenevert St Suite A, Houston, TX 77003
 And Surly certainly didn't disappoint with the other suggestions. Might have to resign my card after watching Your Business Card is Crap.
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		Any recommendations? Looking for thick stock, embossed, with a very detailed logo. I've been told by the designer it may not be possible with hot stamping and may require gilding from thin mints without a matrix. He also mentioned digital and offsetting. I don't know what any of that means. Tried Alpha Graphics and they really couldn't do it so looking for someone else to contact. 
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 Absolutely new or just mint with all boxes and papers? And what are you looking for specifically? I have a few contacts I can see if they can get one for you.I need to grab a Rolex for a gift. The AD I’ve used for a couple purchases here in ATX said you can’t even order them like I had previously…choosing face, band, etc…and a few months later it was here.
 I know the “shortage” is a bit nuts and the after market is big…just curious what sources any of y’all may have used for a Rolex recently? Chrono24? Any other places I should check out? Will want new.
 TIA
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 Takuya and David SW are definitely reputable. Chrono24 is worth looking around but they charge a fee to sellers so y may not be willing to drop as much knowing they are taking the hit. That said, if it's a company/dealer selling it they will indicate that at the bottom of the listing. Call them direct and they can avoid that fee.- 
					
						
					
							
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		I like scratched face dials and I like the original Sinn U50 scratched face dial that came out a few years ago. But this dial looks like shit. Probably why he's selling it. 
 This is an ochs und junior with a scratched face dial. Much more even and subtle effect. It can be more pronounced in different lights but that Sinn is just a mess. Here's one of the originals, which I like.  - 
					
						
					
							
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 Yep, love my anOrdain and it's a great value for the customization options available. I'm a huge fan of independent watchmaking.Ordered an AnOrdain, and am quite impressed with the level of "custom" service on what is not that expensive a watch (~$1500). Tons of (much) more expensive mass market product that doesn't give this level of personalization.
 On top of already being able to select multiple strap options prior to checkout, and offering custom engraving or map graphics engraving at no additional charge, here are the custom questions after order.
 Even strap length choices are uncommon, but regulation to account for which wrist worn and storage position at night?? Unheard of:
 So that we can tailor the watch to your specifications, could you please confirm:- your preferred strap length (please refer to our fitting guide)
- which wrist the watch will be worn on (we will use this information to regulate the watch)
- which position the watch will be stored in at night (for example, dial facing up)
- the name of the wearer as you'd like it to appear in the certificate of authenticity
 
 If anyone in this thread likes independents, I've been building a community for independent watchmakers and enthusiasts. Still in the early stages but feel free to DM if you're interested.  - 
					
						
					
							
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 So you're saying ShortStop was ahead of the curve?It would be easier to switch to drive through only. Maximize take out/ delivery, minimize interior duties to cleaning the kitchen, minimizes staff.
 
 Smaller footprint, cheaper bills and insurance.
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 Yeah, I messaged the Music supervisor. Found a website he apparently uses but no real way to search easily. Basic or not, I love it. Thanks for checking. I'll see if he responds.I went out of my way to look this up for you and check myself.
 That's just a generic composition that whoever is in charge of the show's soundtrack happened upon. Or composed themselves.
 It sounds nice but it's extremely basic.
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		So in episode 6 of season 2, there's an instrumental while they show the living fence. Right at the 30 minute mark. Anyone have any idea what this song is? 
 Soundshound/Shazam/Google were unsuccessful.
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 I like Alpina, but no experience owning one. There's a guy on YouTube who is a big fan, Pete McConville. A watch channel worth...drumroll...watching. 
 Thoughts on Alpina? This is apparently a gift option for my service anniversary. I'm a sucker for a sunburst blue dial and this is a classic, clean look IMO. Just don't know enough about the reliability of their products. The bit of research I've done is that they're not well known by the masses or even many watch enthusiasts, they're more of a "if you know, you know" brand.- 
					
						
					
							
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 Actually it was over an 80% increase when they announced the MOU back in January. That's the fun of stonks.gotta love #stonks - lots of excitement on a less than 2¢ move in AMY- 
					
						
					
							
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		Amy bumped with the notice they had entered into a Memorial of Understanding. I would imagine at the end of that there will be a contract agreement and I hope that is the instigator. Latest news was that the pilot plant was operating and recovering as intended. Hopefully soon something official is announced. Maybe @Harrison Stafford has more info. 
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		I sold 40% as it's gone up. Sold 60% of what was remaining this morning at $3 and then another 20% at 2.86. I'll hold the remaining 20%. Bought in at $2 originally and then a couple other times near $1. So I'll take the win and let the rest ride. - 
					
						
					
							
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		Anyone have insight into EOSE this morning? 
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 Disu and his parents love RT, so I think there's a chance.Good deal. Lock down Disu returning (wishful thinking?), keeping Mitchell and Morris and the staff, and hit the Portal!
 ….well, OK, have breakfast in the morning first.
 
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		A really good friend of an attorney I work with sat next to Disu's parents at the Penn State game. They absolutely LOVE Terry and apparently the entire team does as well. That bodes well for keeping this class together and recruiting going forward. 
 I have a hard time believing with Terry's ability to hold things together this season during incredibly difficult circumstances, getting to the Sweet 16 (hopefully further), and having the unbridled support of the current players and parents that they don't hire him. That continuity considering the tumultuous turn of events re: Beard can't be underestimated.
 Probably not my first choice but he's done enough to have earned a shot, imo. If they hire him, they need to commit to it and give the guy at least a 4 year contract. Can't hamstring him from the start.- 
					
						
					
							
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If he wants fine dining, then there are certainly other options, but it sounded like he was asking about neighborhood restaurants.
Feel free to enlighten me. What are all the great semi-casual dining spots within 5 or so minutes of Nottingham Forest?