Readers Comments:
Konrad Knirim: Deutsche Militäruhren / German Military Timepieces
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9.7.02 Hello Konrad,
The book arrived today, and as we say here in Texas "Boy howdy is it a
doozey!" Translation from Texan is the book is very nice. ... I
doubt I will ever be able to photograph timepieces as well as you.
Best Regards, Joe, Austin Texas USA
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22.6.02 Lieber Herr Knirim,
Gratuliere zu dieser tollen 2. Auflage. Es war eine wirkliche Uberraschung,
dass Sie jetzt schon eine zweite, erweitere Auflage gemacht haben....
Viele Grusse aus Erftstadt und nochmals herzlichen Dank fur dieses schone Buch.
Hans J. Peglow, Erftstadt Deutschland
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22.6.02 The Thanks are to you Konrad,
This book is excellent,every time I pick it up there is a new fascinating
thing to read and learn.I do not wish to exaggerate, but I think it is a
magnificent achievement for you.
I am glad to be able to say that I know the Author of this fine book,
even in only a small way. I intend to give the book a
little publicity over in the UK, I hope you do not mind.
Best Regard's Nick, Telford UK
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23.10.02 Cher Monsieur Knirim
Bien reçu votre livre, recevez mes plus grandes félicitations et mes vifs
remerciements, je vous ferai parvenir deux exemplaires de la revue
dès sa parution début décembre cordialement
rédacteur de la revue: "HORLOGERIE ANCIENNE"
joseph flores, Villers Le Lac, France
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25.6.02 s.g.herr knirim!
das buch ist gut angekommen - danke. danke...
schmökere jeden tag darinnen.......soo viele informationen;
fotos & layout sehr gut und klar: die auflockerung mit
dokumenten, abzeichen gefällt mir. ich bin begeistert.
ich denke, es gibt nichts verleichbares.
liebe grüße aus wien albert hönlinger, Oesterreich
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14.7.02 Dear Mr.Knirim,
I' ve recived the book today! Danke!
It is wonderful book, I've never seen like this book before.
I was very impressed and enable to get many knowleges.
And can I ask you to copy of web-type flyer for attaching to my
web-site. I think it is good way to advertise for Japanses about your wonderful
book. I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
KUWAHARA maashi, Hamamatsu Japan
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15.7.02 Konrad,
Got the book! Excellent! Thanks very much.
Regards, Sirat Setabandhu, Bangkok Thailand
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22.7.02 Gentilissimo Signor Konrad,
la ringrazio per il Libro che mi ha inviato, penso siano inutili i
complimenti per il fantastico lavoro. ...Il nostro sito è www.lafoce.it.
Piacere di averla "incontrata" e grazie ancora.
Saluti. Barbara Fontana, Milano Italia
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27.7.02 Sehr geehrter Herr Knirim,
ich habe heute in Düsseldorf die Neuauflage Ihres
phantastischen Buches erworben. Herzlichen Glückwunsch
zu solch einem aussergewöhnlichen Werk!
Vielen Dank und viele Gruesse Oliver Baumann, Deutschland
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13.7.02 Thanks for your note, Konrad.
I'm enjoying your book very much.
Larry Crutsinger, Norfolk VA USA
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5.8.02 Guten Abend Herr Knirim,
zuerst möchte ich gratulieren für das ganz tolle Militäruhrenbuch!
Ich kann stundenlang darin rumstöbern und finde immer wieder
neues und interessantes. ...
Mit freundlichen Grüssen aus Zürich Peter Baenziger, Schweiz
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9.8.02 Philippe. Hello Konrad,
The book just arrived yesterday, thank you, it's great, congratulations!
I will pass on the flyers to my friends...
Best regards. Philippe, Hongkong
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03.09.2002 Il libro è molto bello e ben fatto,
saluti Marco Poggi Bozzano-Massarosa, Italia
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10.09.2002 Hello, I would like to say that your book is an excellent reference guide,
and that i have spent many hours reading / looking at the great pictures!.....
Many thanks Ian Rose Worthing England UK
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12.10.2002 Hallo Herr Knirim
ich habe heute Ihre Buchsendung in Empfang nehmen können.
Nach einem vollständigen Durchblättern muss ich sagen, ich bin ob der gebotenen
Fülle an neuen Bildern sehr beeindruckt.....
Mit freundlichen Grüssen René Martignier, Gattikon, Schweiz
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7.11.2002 Hallo Herr Dr. Knirim,
... vielen Dank! Ihr Buch ist ausserordentlich gut geraten.
Wahrscheinlich eines der schönsten Bücher überhaupt !
... wird Ihres die Bibel für diese Uhren sein.... mit solch vielen Abbildungen
und sensationellen Buntfotos.....
Viele Grüße und weiterhin viel Spaß mit Ihrem Hobby, Alfred König
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31.10.2002 Sehr geehrter Herr Knirim,
inzwischen habe ich mir Ihr gewichtiges Werk besorgt und kann
nur voller Hochachtung staunen: Hut ab, eine ausserordentliche
Leistung! Ich fand sehr viel Neues und mir war bislang nicht klar,
um welch interessantes, weitgefächertes, und sicher auch kostspieliges,
Themengebiet es sich bei den Militäruhren doch handelt!...
Mit freundlichen Grüssen Michael Jung
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31.10.2002, Docteur Eloi Fievez, President de L'ANCAHA
Cher Monsieur,
J'ai bien recu votre livre '150 Jahre Zeitmessung beim deutschen Militär'.
C'est un ouvrage complet, avec de trés bonnes photos. J'apprecie
des chronometres de marine, et les montres d'aviation.
... Sentiments destingues, merci encore pour l'envoi.
le president Fievez, Lille, France
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06.03.2003, Sehr geehrter Herr Knirim,
Ich habe das Buch heute erhalten. Es macht eine grosse
Freude. Herzlichen Dank.
Regards Mehmet Bozkurt, Istanbul Türkei
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14.03.2003, Dear Konrad,
I have received today book. It is delightful. I in delight.
You have created the remarkable book.
Now I shall know more about a history of watch of Germany.
The thank for your autograph, it is very pleasant.
Best regards, Vladimir Kulakov, Kaliningrad, Russia
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12.05.2003, Konrad,
I received the book this weekend in perfect shape and it is a
beautiful book. It amazes me that we can get something from
Germany quicker than we can ship something across the US
with less damage and rough treatment.
I have been collecting chronometers and ships clocks mainly since about l981
Once again, congratulations on the writing of such an informative book.
I am sure it will help fill in my research library and will provide me with
many hours of enjoyment while reading it.
Thanks, Bill William H. Tuttle, Roanoke, VA USA
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14.08.2003, Konrad,
I have read your book 3 times now and each time learn something new.
It is a remarkable-informative accomplishment. ...I started a small museum of
"Frogmen" items for the local school children.It soon became a gathering
place for X-UDT (Underwater Demolition Team) members and S.E.A.L.s to
renew old acquaintances and have a beer or two....
Again, I wish to congratulate you on a splendid book and wish you continued
good health and collecting success. If I can ever be of assisstance, please do not hesitate to ask.
Regards Al Betters, Los Altos CA USA
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Tue, 19 Aug 2003, Konrad:
The book just arrived, 30 minutes ago. beautiful, stunning, brilliant,
fantastic!! yes -- I love the book.
People tell me that I should turn 'OnTheDash' into a book . . . Your book
would be the model!! I have never seen anything like it, and it is
incredible [I search for words that I have not yet used.] . . .
Turning that question around, why don't you turn your
book into a website?.. Is there a good way for the two of us to work
together?? ...
Cheers, Jeff Stein, Atlanta, Georgia USA
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Mi, 1. Okt 2003 MR KNIRIM, votre livre est fabuleux!!! Quelle passion!
C est superbement mis en page(photos)et les textes tres détaillés
et complets!....Bravo encore, et merci pour les renseignements.
Très cordialement.Thierry LE BELLER.PS/ C! France
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Do, 16. Okt. 2003 Hello there, your wonderful book arrived today, I am really amazed
with the pictures and biography. I will gladly pass along the information
to my friends and family who some really like watches. I also have a little hobby,
here is a picture of few of my creations inspired Military pocket watch to wristwatches.......
Joseph Sadri, Hermosa Beach, California 90254 USA
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So 9. Nov 2003 12:05 Sehr geehrter Herr Knirim, als
Sammler von vorwiegend deutschen Militärarmbanduhren aus der
Zeit des 2. Weltkrieges habe ich nach Ihrem "Erstlingswerk" nun
auch die 2. Auflage der "Militäruhren" mit großem Interesse genossen.
Zu diesem wahrlich einzigartigen Opus möchte ich Ihnen herzlich gratulieren..
mit freundlichen Grüßen aus München Prof. Dr. Dr. Manfred Zimmermann
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Dienstag, 11. November 2003 Dear Dr. Knirim,
I have meant to write to you for over a year now to tell you how
marvellous your book Militaruhren is and what a wonderful resource
it has been for you. At the request of Christopher, you sent
me a copy of this beautiful book last year and I have spent a great
deal of time reading it since having received it.
This is an astonishingly well-prepared book with beautiful photography
and a massive amount of information about these fine timepieces.
As a watchmaker I am always looking for additional information
about interesting precision time pieces. As many of these movements
migrate around the world, it has been my pleasure to have seen many
examples at my own bench and it is wonderful to be able to refer to
such an exhaustive and authoritative book in order to learn more
about a particular movement and in turn, pass this information on
to the owner. After a year I am still totally impressed each time I open
your book. You have not only created a wonderful resource but you
have preserved countless pieces of history in printed form which I
believe will be an incentive for people to preserve the actual
movements for future generations to enjoy.
Thank you for your incredible work on this very fine book!
John Crabtree, Scottsdale, AZ 85250 USA
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Sa, 22. Nov 2003 Konrad,
Your book arrived safely and I congratulate you on a beautiful
piece of work. I only have two German watches, a Grana DH wrist
watch and a pocket watch ....
Best regards, Terry Andrews, Perth Australia
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Fri, 02 Jan 2004 Hi Konrad -
Doug loves!!!!! your book. He has spent at least an hour a day with
it since Christmas. He's had fun comparing some of his German clocks
to those in your book and learning all about them now. Thank you so much.
You absolutely "made" his Christmas. Hope you have have had happy holidays.
Happy New Year. Kathy Yates. Klamath Falls, Oregon USA
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Sunday, January 11, 2004 Konrad
thank you for your reply the book is very nice I expected smaller format
this is nicer and easier to read and view Like many people though I thing
most are armbandurhen collectors and most of these books have too
much on pockets and not on wrists but your coverage is very nice thank
you again When I have finished I shall do a review and publish on some
forums - hope this will increase sales
Howard M. Marx, San Marino, CA 91118 USA
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Fri, 13 Feb 2004 Sehr geehrter Herr Dr. Knirim
Vielen herzlichen Dank für die Übersendung Ihres wundervollen Buches.
Es ist eines der wenigen Bücher deren Lektüre man zutraut, daß auch jemand,
der nicht von der speziellen Leidenschaft gepackt ist verstehen kann, was
dieses Feld so wunderbar macht. Das also die allgemeine Sprachlosigkeit, die
Sammler von Nicht-Sammlern trennt einmal durchbrechen kann. Das ist ganz selten.
...Nochmals, herzlichsten Dank für das Buch.
Mit freundlchen Grüßen, Martin Dammann, Berlin Deutschland
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Wed, 28 Apr 2004, Dear Konrad,
First, thank you for very good service with fast shipping and a well packed
book with your kind dedication and signature.
Second and most important, thank you for an extremely fine and interesting
book. It's one of the best books I have ever seen on the market if not the best!
I have collected both watch books and watches for 10 years now.
This book really grabs you with it's rich illustrations in high quality of both the
watches interior and exterior. This in combination with the authentic phootage
of the men who used their issued timekeepers in different situations and time
periods as professional instruments, men that in many cases were completely
depending on their timekeepers to perform the hard dutys assigned to them,
makes your unique book something much more than just a reference book.
You give life to the watches and I really can feel the history reaching me.
When reading about a certain watch, examening the picture of it and considering
it's different technical aspects, I often find myself leening back in my reading chair,
imagining beeing in the historical situation where this certain watch was used.
I am my self in the military and I serve as technical crew member and loadmaster
onboard a C-130 Hercules. This job has placed me in many situations and places
around the world where I meet fellow crewmembers from different countries. Quite
often from Germany actually. Strangly enough, the vast majority of us share a
common high interest in our timekeepers. This interest is much higher than it is
with my friends outside the armed forces or with people in general.
Despite that, I would happily recommend this book not only to all collectors of
timepieces, but also to any person with a connection to the military or any one
with just the smallest general interest in our history.
Thanks again, and keep up the good Job!
Kind Regards Jesper Schleimann-Jensen, SWEDEN
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Fri, 2 Jul 2004, Dear Konrad,
The Book arrived today, and although it is Wimbledon semi-finals, it has
had more of my attention than the tennis! Wonderful production, particularly
the pictures which I wouldn't think could be surpassed. The English is more than
welcome, and a few Englaish grammatical errors just show us that the Author hasn't
lost control of what is said! I think what you have done is just outstanding. If you
are thinking of another publication, then my only suggestion is that a three volume
work with the splits being between Army, Navy and Air Force would be the way to
go. The book now is very big, and if it is larger, then maybe it should have a health
warning, if dropped. I hope you sell a lot of these, Oh and Thank You very much for
including me in your acknowledgements. Although I am still very much an amateur, I
do appreciate the credit. You have taught me everything!
Best regards, Sim London, UK
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Wed, 28 Jan 2004 Dear Konrad,
The money has been sent this afternoon. ... Besides, I've received your book
in excellent conditions : you've done a tremendous study, high quality research and
the presentation is gorgeous. Congratulations. .....I thank you for your time
and consideration.
Best Regards, Daniel, Serre les Sapins, France
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Wed, 8 Sep 2004 Hello Konrad,
I just received the book, and I must say it looks like an impressive peace of work.
It will keep me busy for many hours no doubt. Thanks for sharing your knowledge
with me, and thanks for the good communications and the fast shipping. I will
recommend your book to anyone who wants to listen!
Kind regards, Ron. Hilversum, Nederlande
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Wed, 6 Oct 2004 Dear Dr. Knirim,
My copy of your spectacular book Militaruhren arrived today.... I am in awe
of the quality and scope of the volume. It is truly a milestone document in the
field of horology, and is a major addition to our knowledge of the marine chronometer.
With sincere best regards, Tom Evans Rear Admiral, USN (RET) Arlington, VA, USA
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Tue, 2 Nov 2004 Dear Konrad,
Thank you for your wonderful book.It must be considered as the bible on this
topic.I have received it 2 days after your last e-mail.It will keep me busy for months.
Kind regards, Adrian van Meijden, Lomme, Belgien
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Thu, 30 Dec 2004 Hi Konrad,
I've received the book today whaouuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu terrific book
i never seen........ Many thanks for your rapidity and i hope what it is ok for the money.
Good Happy New Year Michel Jurcenko, Ermont, France
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Mon, 10 Jan 2005 Bonjour konrad;
j'ai recu ce matin ta magnifique et trés complete oeuvre sur les montres militaires
allemandes qui est pour moi une source époustouflante de renseignements et
d'aprentissage! Une impréssionante mine de renseignements techniques trés
précis et de photos d'une grande qualitée. Sans nul doute une référence
incontestable pour tout amateur de montres militaires!
Jean SFILIGOY Pilote de Ligne-Commandant de Bord, Feigneux, France
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Fri, 25 Feb 2005 Hi, I got it yesterday.
It is a real pleasure to browse, I'll read it front to end...
Thanks John, "John Cotter" Sierre, Schweiz
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Fri, 10 Jun 2005 Hallo
Ich habe gestern das Buch erhalten. Dieses Buch ist herrlich. Gratuliere!
Gruss Christophe Revaz Genf, Schweiz
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Oct. 18, 2005 Dear Konrad,
I got the book today, thank you very much! I am very honestly impressed with it - it
seems to cover an immense level of variety within this subject, presented with a lot of
facts but in a aesthetically very pleasant way, with all the excellent photos. Also it's
nice to feel the passion behind the subject - ..... I'll be spending many many hours
studying it here in the coming time, I assure you. .....
All the best, Peter. Peter Sommer Kopenhagen Dänemark
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Jan. 23, 2006 Dear Konrad,
I did receive the book last week, but as I was aboard and had no chance to inform you
of its arrival. The book itself surpasses all my expectations in its quality and content.
As a watch collector I find it extremely useful. Please keep me informed of your future
publications. Thanks for this amazing book and easy transaction,
Best regards, Manuel Esteves, Porto, Portugal
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Tue, 4 Apr 2006 Dear Konrad,
I received your book today in the mail, and it is just awesome! Thank you so much for
devoting so much time and effort into writing such a wonderful book. I have already
learned so much in the few brief hours I have ad the book, and I am sure I will enjoy
it as a reference book for years to come!
Thanks again. Best regards, Robert Segal, Chicago, USA
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May 17. 2006 Dear Konrad
I received your book today, and it has exceeded my expectations. Beautiful
photographs and great detail in the text. I may be up very late tonight diggin
in to the material! Thanks and best wishes,
Ira Chaplik, Illinois 60035 USA
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July, 11th. 2006 OK Konrad
Checked mail box at 0600hrs Tuesday morning and the 2 books had arrived
undamaged. This morning has been the earliest that I have had time to reply...
I have had a quick look thru your book and it is an amazing collection of
data and high quality photograths, Look forward to your next application.
I have never ever seen any Clocks and watches such as the ones decribed in
Australia or New Zealand ever, But from now on will keep an eye out at any
Military Auctions.
Richard Luczyniec, MOONEE PONDS, VICTORIA, Australia
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July 19th, 2006 Hello Konrad ,,,,,
Mate, just to let you know the BOOK arrived today :-))))))))))))))
I am MOST Happy.........again to thank you, I had an old copy I bought from ebay some
time ago but this edition will be for my collection ,, fantastic it is most appreciated :-)))
Danke Hammer, Blue Water Charters, Brisbane, Australia
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Aug. 8th. 2006 Hi Konrad,
I received the book and it is great! It looks like a liftime of work...
Thanks, Derek Molnor, New Kensington PA, USA
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June 07 2006 Ich habe auch zu Danken! Seit gestern habe ich das Buch, es ist atemberaubend gut.
Der beste lay-out und die besten Bilder dass ich in einem Fachbuch gesehen habe,
ja , überhaupt. Ich war gerade bei meinem Freund in Hamburg, er ... kennt sich ein
bisschen aus. Auch er war sehr beeindruckt, als ich das Buch gezeigt habe.
Vieleich veraten Sie mal wie Sie die Bilder gemacht haben.
Viele Grüße Robert Forslund Hamburg, Deutschland
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Thu, 18 Oct 2007 Hallo, the book has arrived last week and I'm having great time going thru it.
You have done a masterful job - one can see this book is indeed a labour of love.
My personal interest is in LW Flieger-B-Uhren of WWII, which your book covers very nicely.
It was well worth its price for that section alone. ......
thank you again for work well done, Sincerely, Kresimir Penavic Smithtown, NY USA
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04.06.2008 Dear Konrad I received the book this morning,it is superb,even better than i
expected it is so interesting that i have hardly put it down,i am delighted with it .
regards and thankyou. John Beck, Shepton Mallet, UK
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We,, 18. Nov. 2008 Hello Konrad, the book have arrived in perfect condition.
At first glance is best than I could imagin, it worth each euro I have paid, What a
great and carefull work!!. Congratulations Now, I am going to be very busy reading.
Thanks, Jose Ramon Garcia, Madrid, Espana
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03.11.2008 Ironically I received the book on the 31st. I absolutely love it! I've spent a good
couple of hours each night reading and rereading it! Thank you so much again!!
Scott Hedderich, Des Moines Iowa USA
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05.11.2008 Hello Konrad, The book is arrived and I look forward to study it in many hours.
Hope also I can contact you in the future if I need some advices.
Best Regards Frode Wiik, Bergen Norway
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22.11.2008 Konrad, your bbook arrived today! It looks wonderful, I will be reading it through
the holiday season..
Many thanks Bill Betson, Littleton, Colorado, USA
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