you might find Gabe's post on 6309s( in the virtual FAQs) helpful http://www.larrybiggs.net/scwf/index.php?mod=103&action=0&id=1138639790/HOW+TO+BUY+A+SEIKO+6309+DIVER+(Belongs+in+FAQ hope this helps you. Happy 4th July!.

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