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An avid Bond enthusiast might...

In Response To: Moment of Truth Question: ()

: In light of the vulgar appearance of the new
: Bond watch, let's ask somebody who is an
: chronic Omegaholic AND also has impeccable
: taste: Mr. Downing: If you were FORCED to
: wear either that Timex you had for a week,
: or the new Bond watch, which one would you
: choose??

: If I were faced with that choice, I'd put on my
: old black anodized aluminum Pulsar in a
: second!

: Maybe Omega should have stuck with the Deville
: on their Bond web page after all? This is
: all YOUR fault, Dell!!

....actually like this watch. The center design is obviously the camera shudder seen at the beginning of all(?) James Bond films. Not a bad idea if not a bit gaudy. But it could grow on me. I'd want to at least see one up close before passing final judgement. In a sporty setting and worn by someone who enjoys standing out, it could work. I do think Omega took a hell of a chance on this one, though.