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Title: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on January 26, 2017, 02:05:21 PM
Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL tentatively on 23 April 2017, anyone else keen for a meet up?

The date is still far, but just want to gauge if there's any interest. We are due for an annual gathering as well.

He joked that he will drag Jorg Schauer (Stowa) owner to come along, but i am pretty sure that wont happen 

http://www.watchuseek.com/author/bchopra/
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: Timeless on January 27, 2017, 03:20:25 AM
Interesting.. my friend would love meet him in person.
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: Everdying on January 27, 2017, 08:58:36 AM
WUS have articles?  :o
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: phat7 on January 28, 2017, 10:35:47 AM
Would love to.
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: chrisyen on January 29, 2017, 11:51:02 AM
I will try to make myself available
Being yrs meeting him only online in wus n FB




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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 01, 2017, 05:11:47 AM
Hey guys. Bhanu will be available on 23 April noon. He will bring along some goodies courtesy from Stowa. He is asking whether we are up for a GTG.

He is staying at Traders hotel. So my thought is we can make it nearby.

MWF gathering? Yay?

I need help. I don't have experience organise these stuff.

Help or comment pls

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: phat7 on March 01, 2017, 07:04:16 AM
That's greaT news. Let me know how I can help.
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: chrisyen on March 01, 2017, 11:53:09 AM
Fix the date n time
Get name of members who keen to join

Look at grp size to decide on venue




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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 01, 2017, 11:58:44 AM
Date: 23 April 2017
Time: Noon

I will update the main thread tonight. For those can join, please leave a comment.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: phat7 on March 01, 2017, 12:07:26 PM
I can arrange for venue at my friends up market bar. He's a fellow watch collector. Let me know accordingly.
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: Timeless on March 01, 2017, 06:41:18 PM
23 Apr sounds good, any idea what's the fee per pax.
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 01, 2017, 07:03:50 PM
23 Apr sounds good, any idea what's the fee per pax.
Need to know the number of attendees first.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: Everdying on March 02, 2017, 06:09:22 AM
firstly, why not just ask Bhanu Chopra what he prefers?
food? drink? mamak? who knows :P
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 02, 2017, 06:19:07 AM
Bhanu only free at noon. And we probably better stick to places near his hotel.

I have only been to 1 MWF GTG but I see Watch GTG usually done in confined room

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: dennis.T on March 02, 2017, 07:18:01 AM
Bhanu only free at noon. And we probably better stick to places near his hotel.

I have only been to 1 MWF GTG but I see Watch GTG usually done in confined room

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you may post at "MISC - GTGs, Meetups and Events" to gauge the response/attendee. i think is time to meet up with fellow members since we don't have any GTG last year. Lets combine this GTG as MWF's GTG.
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: jetstrim on March 04, 2017, 07:23:18 PM
Damn! I'll be in HK
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 07, 2017, 05:25:44 PM
Bump

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 12, 2017, 06:33:41 PM
I couldnt change the title of the thread. But anyhow,  so far if everyone make it, 9, if we include Bhanu.

hidden
phat7
chrisyen
Timeless
Everdying
dennis.T
D'Andy
Charlie of UGWC

Can any of the mod help change the title to MWF Small KL Gathering - 23 April 2017?

Last edited 12 March 17

Thanks
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: phat7 on March 12, 2017, 06:51:33 PM
Thanks chief
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: D'Andy on March 12, 2017, 07:53:52 PM
I would be interested to attend too, barring any clash of schedules. It would be an honour to meet the big man, and catch up with you guys.
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 12, 2017, 08:39:30 PM
I would be interested to attend too, barring any clash of schedules. It would be an honour to meet the big man, and catch up with you guys.

Updated
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: fuzzy on March 13, 2017, 07:05:31 PM
I'd love to join in as well...
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 14, 2017, 07:29:03 AM
I have line up a hotel restaurant with private room (traders hotel, Bhanu stay there). The room is for 8-10 person, but if stand a bit should be able to accommodate 10-12. It's a buffet lunch. Rm89 nett per pax. Public bank credit card 20% discount.

I kind of confirm. Wanna ask mod and previous gtg organiser. We collect money first right?

Also anyone with public bank credit card?

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: Timeless on March 14, 2017, 04:02:57 PM
I do have public bank credit card, any type of the card is enjoyable for the discount?
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 14, 2017, 04:42:19 PM
I do have public bank credit card, any type of the card is enjoyable for the discount?
No specific what type of credit card. But I will reconfirm again.

You will be a very important person. (A backup who have public bank credit card would be welcome) Will need u to pay and I pay u back the cash to enjoy the discount.

Off course I need to collect the money first. 90×80%=72. Everyone should pay rm80, the extra rm8 is to cover for our guest. Bhamu will be bringing some goodies over (not sure what and quantity)

Anyone have issue with the arrangement can comment here or pm me directly.

TLDR

Date: 23 April 2017
Time: TBD Noon
Venue: Traders hotel, KL, Restaurant details will announce once confirm.
Dress code: Smart casual
Food: Buffet lunch or high tea, halal

Things to do:

1) Confirm with guest and restaurant on lunch and high tea time frame.

2) Conform with timeless and public credit card holder on their availability and possible to pay with their card

3) To provide banking details for payment


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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 14, 2017, 04:48:20 PM
I'd love to join in as well...
Will update asap.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: fuzzy on March 15, 2017, 07:42:49 AM
I'd love to join in as well...
Will update asap.

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Oh man... Sorry bro, I totally misread the dates and I have to pull out of this, won't be around during that weekend
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 15, 2017, 08:05:18 AM
I'd love to join in as well...
Will update asap.

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Oh man... Sorry bro, I totally misread the dates and I have to pull out of this, won't be around during that weekend
Np

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 16, 2017, 12:13:27 PM
Hi all.

In the latest development. There will be no fees to the event.

The event will held from 2.30 till 4.30/5pm. Same venue but it will be ala carte instead of buffet lunch. Meaning u pay for what u order. 

We will have a private room good for 12 people. But since some will come timely /leave early or come late. We should be good.

I will only announce the restaurant when come closer to the event date.

Note: I don't work as event organiser. So I appreciate your feedback.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 18, 2017, 12:25:04 AM
Watchuseek featured a pre Basel world article on their Senior Editor - Bhanu, which will be visiting KL. Take a look.

http://www.watchuseek.com/7-must-have-items-for-baselworld/

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: sean on March 18, 2017, 11:18:26 AM
Hi all.

In the latest development. There will be no fees to the event.

The event will held from 2.30 till 4.30/5pm. Same venue but it will be ala carte instead of buffet lunch. Meaning u pay for what u order. 

We will have a private room good for 12 people. But since some will come timely /leave early or come late. We should be good.

I will only announce the restaurant when come closer to the event date.

Note: I don't work as event organiser. So I appreciate your feedback.

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Hi bro , count me in  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: phat7 on March 18, 2017, 11:22:14 AM
Chief,
Thanks for
Putting in the effort.
Hi all.

In the latest development. There will be no fees to the event.

The event will held from 2.30 till 4.30/5pm. Same venue but it will be ala carte instead of buffet lunch. Meaning u pay for what u order. 

We will have a private room good for 12 people. But since some will come timely /leave early or come late. We should be good.

I will only announce the restaurant when come closer to the event date.

Note: I don't work as event organiser. So I appreciate your feedback.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 24, 2017, 02:42:45 PM
Ok. I received email confirmation  from the restaurant. Hence the following is final:

Venue: Traders hotel (KLCC there)
Event date: 23 April 2017
Time: 2.30pm
Menu: Ala carte

Will advise the restaurant name when near.

See u there.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on March 24, 2017, 03:45:29 PM
For record, Bhanu Chopra is also the owner of Juvo Luxury. 

Hope it's ok for the link here

http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=4146682

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 01, 2017, 07:51:01 PM
Bump for visibility.

Will do checking on tentative attendance a week before the day.
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 06, 2017, 10:21:48 AM
Let's have a confirmation on attendance. I hope to have some Stowa goodies for those who confirm. The following please help confirm your attendance. For those who want to join and name not listed, please update the list.

hidden
phat7
chrisyen
Timeless
Everdying
dennis.T
D'Andy
Charlie of UGWC
Sean

Can any of the mod help change the title to MWF Small KL Gathering - 23 April 17

Thanks

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 07, 2017, 09:24:49 PM
Facebook event page created. Pending permission to post at UGWC.

https://www.facebook.com/events/473363682995255/?ti=cl

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: Everdying on April 09, 2017, 09:19:46 AM
hmm...looks to me like u want to take this from something small and personal, to make it now into something bigger? 
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 09, 2017, 09:35:56 AM
hmm...looks to me like u want to take this from something small and personal, to make it now into something bigger?
Actually no. It's just people are pretty quiet and I am just worry of people ffk or can't made it last minute due to Monday is now a public holiday. 10 people is just nice. I prefer it small personally.

See u all then. Let's remain small and close.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 11, 2017, 07:03:33 PM
Hi all, So far so good. I have visited the venue today and satisfied with the room reserved.

I will arrange some light refreshment / finger food so our stomach should be well covered. But since our gathering start at 2.30pm, it is recommended for you to have your lunch prior as I don't recommend having your lunch there.

Also additional order will be on ala carte basis and the staff will send bill and ask for payment for your order after food arrived.

I will update the exact restaurant and room on that friday (2 days prior to the event) due to the nature of our gathering. (Event location will be at Traders Hotel, near Klcc if need landmark)

I will update again come closer to our gathering date.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: Timeless on April 13, 2017, 02:13:59 PM
Good effort mate..
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 17, 2017, 12:02:23 PM
A quick update. I will bring along sticker and marker pen for participants to write their name.

I will also bring some micro fibre glove for use.

I will update again on Friday on the restaurant. See u on Sunday.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 21, 2017, 01:03:08 PM
Hi al,

I will start sending PM to each participants on the exact venue of the gathering by today. Stay tuned.

Further updates of the gathering will be at GTG section: http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?topic=18124.0

Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: phat7 on April 21, 2017, 01:16:27 PM
Thanks mate! Looking forward to it. On another note, my wife reminded me that its our wedding anniversary on the 23rd  :D
She's a real trooper and knows how much I love watches, so I've been given 'permission' :Cheers:
See you guys on Sunday.
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: chrisyen on April 21, 2017, 03:53:18 PM
Why mwf gtg with mr bhanu bcom stowa gtg?


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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: chrisyen on April 21, 2017, 04:02:34 PM

hidden
phat7
chrisyen
Timeless
Everdying
dennis.T
D'Andy
Charlie of UGWC
Sean
Tong
Enkidu



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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 21, 2017, 04:04:38 PM
Why mwf gtg with mr bhanu bcom stowa gtg?


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Because originally Bhanu contacted me for gathering and also meet up with members of stowaristi page in Malaysia.  But sadly there's really not a lot of Stowa owner in Malaysia or KL. 

So i figure since MWF also due for a gathering, may as well invite the members here and host Mr Bhanu. The Stowaristi wording has been there in the subject since day one. (Edit: I mean he contacted me via Stowaristi and some participants are not members of MWF)

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: Everdying on April 21, 2017, 07:06:06 PM
really no stowa members?
how bout those who bought that asian limited run from red army watches a few yrs ago?
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 21, 2017, 07:11:48 PM
really no stowa members?
how bout those who bought that asian limited run from red army watches a few yrs ago?
My networking is small 😂 let's see if there's other stowa owner appear.

Anyhow, It should be a day of gathering, regardless of brand.

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: seale_navy on April 23, 2017, 03:20:36 PM
remember to post pics of today's meet up. I would love to come but I got nothing to contribute in terms of any watch hehe...fresh graduate here just starting out . When i am more senior in terms of salary I would join you guys
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: chrisyen on April 23, 2017, 04:33:49 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170423/8b484cc9b3745c2c8b1427cbaa901f68.jpg)


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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 23, 2017, 04:38:17 PM
Tq everyone for coming. It was great meeting everyone in real life. And off course meeting Bhanu as well. 

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: squasub on April 23, 2017, 05:22:14 PM
waiting for more pics.. ;D
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: hidden830726 on April 23, 2017, 08:58:55 PM
I have posted photos at the thread at GTG Section.

http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php?topic=18124.0
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: Timeless on April 27, 2017, 07:57:49 AM
It was fun and big thanks for the gifts to Stephen!
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: saprozeldo on April 28, 2017, 01:58:53 AM
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Very interesting.. no rolex..

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: jacky8888 on April 28, 2017, 07:16:29 AM
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Very interesting.. no rolex..

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the one between Panerai and Junghan is Rolex Prince
Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: saprozeldo on May 01, 2017, 09:07:05 AM
I c.. dat square watch eh..

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Title: Re: Senior Editor of Watchuseek - Bhanu Chopra will be visiting KL on 23 April 2017Mwf mini GtG
Post by: chrisyen on May 06, 2017, 07:47:46 AM
I c.. dat square watch eh..

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It's rectangle
Lol


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