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Omega-Best Pricing/Auth. Dealer
 
Impact of an electromagnetic pulse on quartz watch *LINK*
Re: Impact of an electromagnetic pulse on quartz w
Railmaster? *LINK*
clarifications *LINK*
Some additional Sci-Fi ancedotal evidence...
Re: Impact of an electromagnetic pulse on quartz w
 
My first Omega
Re: My first Omega *LINK*
 
--> Did you notice today 33 years ago...
Actually, the Moon isn't a planet *NM*
 
Having trouble with an automatic
Re: Having trouble with an automatic
Re: Having trouble with an automatic
Re: Having trouble with an automatic
Re: Having trouble with an automatic
Re: Having trouble with an automatic
I have heard what year is your watch ?
Re: Having trouble with an automatic *NM*
 
New "Vintage Style" Bracelets
Nice watch andmore about the bracelet
Here's a pic of the watch... *NM* *PIC*
A better photo! *NM* *PIC*
 
Triangle at 12:00 does not line up
Re: Triangle at 12:00 does not line up
Re: Triangle at 12:00 does not line up
Re: Triangle at 12:00 does not line up
 
omega service
Re: omega service
Bienne or a qualified independant watchmaker *NM*
 
Authorized dealer in Atlanta
Re: Authorized dealer in Atlanta
Re: Authorized dealer in Atlanta
 
Bracelet links
The links that are removable are all the same size *NM*
Thanks! *NM*
 
Bezel Noise
Re: Bezel Noise
Re: Bezel Noise
Re: Bezel Noise
 
Omega case numbers
 
T SWISS MADE T
T = Tritium
Re: T = Tritium
Learn more on this topic via the enclosed link... *LINK*
 
Omega? You bet. But which one?
Re: Omega? You bet. But which one?
Re: Omega? You bet. But which one?
I Agree With Both of You....
Speedy freakazoids will shoot me for this >>>
Re: Speedy freakazoids will shoot me for this >>>
Dave, a broad arrow or a 321 for your next speedy?
Re: Omega? You bet. But which one?
Re: Omega? You bet. But which one?
My trusty 2254.50 *LINK*
Re: My trusty 2254.50
Re: My trusty 2254.50
Hard on watches? Stick w/ Omega!
Re: Omega? You bet. But which one? *NM*
 
AD's are a piece of work
Re: AD's are a piece of work
Re: AD's are a piece of work
Some thaughts on a touchy subject
My understanding is
 
There's a new Omega Book on the market & it's good
Thanks for sharing steve
 
interesting in your experience with 1120 calibers
Day 32 w/ my 2254.50
Re: interesting in your experience with 1120 calib
Re: interesting in your experience with 1120 calib
Re: interesting in your experience with 1120 calib
Re: interesting in your experience with 1120 calib
Re: interesting in your experience with 1120 calib
every 5 years service is a mandatory for the 1120
Re: every 5 years service is a mandatory for the 1
I will disagre you for these reasons
 
POLL: So When Do You Sell a Watch ? ? ? *LINK*
I've rarely sold a watch.
my answers
 
Re: NASA speedmaster strap *LINK*
 
Regulating a 2599.80.00
Re: Regulating a 2599.80.00
 
The one that got away. OK, I let get away.
Re: My Guess
Right!
Re: Right!
Oh, I wish. Then I could borrow one of her watches *NM*
Re: Oh, I wish. Then I could borrow one of her wat
Yea, but which one? *NM*
4581.75.00??? *NM*
Oh! I'm sorry. Next Customer. *NM*
Re: Oh! I'm sorry. Next Customer.
Nope *NM*
Son of a........#%$%!!!! *NM*
my guess is...
Flightmaster??? *NM*
Correction!!!
Re: The one that got away. OK, I let get away.
No *NM*
Re: No
No *NM*
nice and very sober watch ;) Good choice Dave *NM*
Dave? Dave who? Dave's not here! :-) *NM*
 
Referral for a hawaii dude....
Re: Referral for a hawaii dude....
Re: Referral for a hawaii dude....
 
Got it in Montreal!!
Re: Got it in Montreal!! *PIC*
Nice one Xavier !!
Congrats! Post some pics when you can!! *NM*
 
Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
Re: Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
Re: Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
Re: Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
Re: Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
Re: Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
Re: Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
Re: Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
Re: Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
Re: Seamaster Mid-Size Running Slow
 
Anyone make the switch from Sub to Planet O...
Re: Anyone make the switch from Sub to Planet O...
Somewhat like you Mathew >>>
Hey Dave, it is comforting to know that I am not
That is a shame Mathew...
Thanks it is always good to hear that
Re: Anyone make the switch from Sub to Planet O...
You started to become an Omegan ? What a surprise.
Yes Georges, I have just grown tired of
 
007 Seamaster Limited Edition
Only as good as its seller *LINK*
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition *PIC*
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition *PIC*
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition *LINK* *PIC*
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition
Re: 007 Seamaster Limited Edition
Bond, Real Bond
 
Omega Snowmaster...? *LINK*
Re: Omega Snowmaster...?
Omega Shockmaster...? *LINK*
Re: Omega Blowermaster *LINK*
The 2254 is pretty rugged all right >> *PIC*
Re: Omega Snowmaster...?
Re: Omega Snowmaster...?
 
So what are you wearing for the weekend ? PICS
If it arrives in time, perhaps my Wife's new watch
Y'all? Man, you're starting to fit in down there!
the smae watch since two years the markIV *NM*
Not Speedy, and smaller than I normally wear
 
White face GMT
Re: White face GMT
Great Choice. Still my most accurate
Re: Great Choice. Still my most accurate
 
AD referral in St. Louis
Re: AD referral in St. Louis *NM*
Check Your E-Mail for a Dealer Referral. *NM*
 
First confirmation of Omega in Bond 21? *LINK*
Re: First confirmation of Omega in Bond 21?
 
Omega Quartz
I had the same problem >>>
reminds an old story that told me a friend
 
Orange Rubber Strap for PO
I know where you can get orange leather >>> *LINK*
 
a good strap brand I recommend
 
Is anyone going to the Watch Show in Munich ?
Re: Is anyone going to the Watch Show in Munich ?
 
Omega SMP running fast
Re: Omega SMP running fast
Re: Omega SMP running fast
Re: Omega SMP running fast
 
Omega AD in California?
Re: Omega AD in California?
Thanks heaps John *NM* *NM*
 
Speedmaster auto date
 
Happy Christmas darling...SMACK... oww... PICS
what a huge watch!!
Actually, I've bought my sister a half a dozen...
Did you buy here diving watches or chronos?
I've bought her non-chronographs thus far...
Funny you say that
Another Guess
All Omegas are special
Re: All Omegas are special
Re: All Omegas are special
It's brand new, and not in the "Specialty" line *NM*
2nd Guess... *PIC*
Re: 2nd Guess...
Re: 2nd Guess...
Re: 2nd Guess...
Yes and No
Re: Yes and No
No, it's not a DeVille Prestige *NM*
Re: No, it's not a DeVille Prestige
BNIB - Gift for the first correct guess is...
News Flash. I just changed my mind
See What Happens....
That'd be a neat trick considering...
...uh.... yea, that's it. That's the ticket. *NM*
Re: News Flash. I just changed my mind
She's already got an AT right? >>>
She already has a quartz AT
Do I detect a hint? You're getting her >>>
I actually looked into getting her the Railmaster
Re: I actually looked into getting her the Railmas *NM*
Re: Funny you say that
Here's my collection
Those be nice boxes, Keith. Tell us more please! *NM*
The little boxes *NM* *LINK*
Sure, him you'll answer. *NM*
You're SO sensitive! *NM*
Please Tell Me You Didn't Get Her....
Re: Please Tell Me You Didn't Get Her.... *PIC*
 
Omega Pricing
Re: Omega Pricing
Here's how I see Omega Pricing
Re: Omega Pricing
Re: Omega Pricing
Re: Omega Pricing
Omega, Tag & Rolex
Re: Omega, Tag & Rolex
maybe you brother in law will get a green sub?
My thaughts on this subject
Re: Omega Pricing
Re: Omega Pricing *NM*
 
HELP! 18k solid gold, true or false? *PIC*
Have you seen this Mark ?
Re: Have you seen this Mark ?
Re: HELP! 18k solid gold, true or false?
Re: HELP! 18k solid gold, true or false?
 
Omega AD in Los Angeles
location should not be a problem...
Re: location should not be a problem...
Our dealer is not in LA, but...
Re: Our dealer is not in LA, but...
Re: Our dealer is not in LA, but...
 
How do I delete or edit my old user profile(s)?
Shall I delete them ?
Re: Shall I delete them ? *LINK*
That's okay Steve, leave 'em be >>
Re: How do I delete or edit my old user profile(s)
Not editing my posts Georges >>>
Haven't seen an icon with user profile option
 
vintage seamaster water resistance
some suggestions
 
recommended good quality watch winder
Re: recommended good quality watch winder
Re: recommended good quality watch winder
Re: recommended good quality watch winder
Re: recommended good quality watch winder
Re: recommended good quality watch winder
Re: recommended good quality watch winder
shame on me... but I don't use a winder !
Re: shame on me... but I don't use a winder !
 
looking for advice and authorized dealer
check your email *NM*
Please respond via private E-Mails *NM*
 
Vintage Omega, Daily Wear
I ONLY wear vintage watches..
Re: Vintage Omega, Daily Wear
Re: Vintage Omega, Daily Wear
Lots of good vintage movements were built
Vintage for daily wearing not a problem
Re: Vintage Omega, Daily Wear
I don't see why not
 
Authorized Dealer Referral in Chicago?
check your email *NM*
Re: Authorized Dealer Referral in Chicago?
Re: Authorized Dealer Referral in Chicago?
 
OKAY!! Who's the wise guy??
Re: OKAY!! Who's the wise guy??
Heck, I get 10 to 12 of those a day!
Re: Heck, I get 10 to 12 of those a day!
 
co-axial question?
Re: co-axial question?
Re: co-axial question?
less frequent servicing, time will tell it
Not necessarily either
 
Difference between 1120 and 2500 Calibres?
Here's a good article about the Co-Axial *LINK*
Re: Difference between 1120 and 2500 Calibres?
Re: Difference between 1120 and 2500 Calibres?
Re: Difference between 1120 and 2500 Calibres?
Re: Difference between 1120 and 2500 Calibres?
Re: Difference between 1120 and 2500 Calibres?
Here's The Link To The Article... *NM* *LINK*
Re: Difference between 1120 and 2500 Calibres?
Re: Difference between 1120 and 2500 Calibres?
I am just expressing my opinion
Re: I am just expressing my opinion
I do understand your point of view
 
my new SMP
Re: my new SMP
CONRATULATINS!!!!*NM* *NM*
Congrats - The Bond SMP is a Classic. *NM*
Congratulations John. Enjoy Your New Watch *NM*
 
Reduced Speedmaster vs Professional
how small is small?
Re: Reduced Speedmaster vs Professional
Re: Reduced Speedmaster vs Professional
That's a SeMPC on my "ham hock" folks...
Re: Wrist Size
 
ADMIN! UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT: Meet your new moderators...
Re: UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT: Meet your new moderators
***ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING!!!
Congrats!
Great news! *NM*
Re: UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT: Meet your new moderators
I'm one of your new Co-moderators
Definitely right choice.
Let me be the first to congratulate Keith & Steve
Thanks John
Good news indeed
Ok Chuck
Re: Ok Chuck
Janet Reno / Leather Teddy?
Re: Janet Reno / Leather Teddy?
Re: Janet Reno / Leather Teddy?
Re: Janet Reno / Leather Teddy?
Folks this is a mental image I _don't_ need!
Re: Folks this is a mental image I _don't_ need!
I've a decent constitution but it ain't that …
LOL - Nigerian Lottery ?
Re: LOL - Nigerian Lottery ?
 
Louis Brant collection
I have a 1985 Catalogue....
maybe is he talking about the complication watch?
Re: maybe is he talking about the complication wat
Re: Louis Brant collection
 
Incabloc? *PIC*
As far as I know...
Thanks Steve! that explains it. *NM*
 
Aqua terra or grand seiko ( Also need dealer info)
Review
Correction *LINK*
Check Your E-Mail *NM*
 
two years of happiness with my markIV
Re: two years of happiness with my markIV *NM*
 
Where to buy De Ville? *PIC*
Re: Where to buy De Ville?
 
Next Saturday is Omega day!!!!!
Re: Next Saturday is Omega day!!!!!
Re: Next Saturday is Omega day!!!!!
Re: Next Saturday is Omega day!!!!! *LINK*
Re: Next Saturday is Omega day!!!!!
Re: Next Saturday is Omega day!!!!!
Re: Next Saturday is Omega day!!!!!
 
Don't you just love Omega fans !!
That's great stuff Steve. Thanks *NM*
very nice and original thanks for sharing *NM*
 
Roll Call !! Watchya wearing ? Pics
Re: Roll Call !! Watchya wearing ? Pics
I'm putting up the tree today... *LINK*
I'm allergic to quartz
Have you tried allergy shots???
Just switched over to this.
When I'm grownup, I want to take pics like Keith *NM*
Re: Just switched over to this.
 
Planet Ocean or SMP Blue "Bond" GMT (2535.80)
Re: Planet Ocean or SMP Blue "Bond" GMT (2535.80)
They're both beautiful
 
Patek Philippe
Re: Patek Philippe
Re: Patek Philippe
 
TAG Re-Editions
Our try our "Sister" Forum - The Heuer Forum -Link
Re: TAG Re-Editions
 
Omega 1538 / Seamaster 300 M Quartz *LINK* *PIC*
Re: Omega 1538 / Seamaster 300 M Quartz
Re: Omega 1538 / Seamaster 300 M Quartz *PIC*
Re: Omega 1538 / Seamaster 300 M Quartz
Re: Omega 1538 / Seamaster 300 M Quartz
Re: Omega 1538 / Seamaster 300 M Quartz *PIC*
 
Re: Omega Seamaster titanium
Re: Omega Seamaster titanium *LINK*
 
Problem with vintage Omega Geneve automatic
Is the watch under warranty?
Re: Is the watch under warranty?
Worth keeping it.
Merci
 
polishing bracelet
Re: polishing bracelet *NM*
Re: polishing bracelet
 
AT quartz problem
Re: AT quartz problem
Re: AT quartz problem
I Agree 100% *NM*
Re: I Agree 100%
 
Movements
Re: Movements
There is a diffrence in quality and finish
Re: Movements
Good remark John
 
Choosing between SMP cal 1120 vs GMT co-axial 2628
Re: Choosing between SMP cal 1120 vs GMT co-axial
 
counterfeit?
Re: counterfeit? *LINK*
 
Omega Seamaster bezel
Re: Omega Seamaster bezel
 
ETA movements/Question for West Repairs or anyone
Re: ETA movements/Question for West Repairs or any
Re: ETA movements/Question for West Repairs or any
Re: ETA movements/Question for West Repairs or any
Re: ETA movements/Question for West Repairs or any
Re: ETA movements/Question for West Repairs or any
Panerai also uses the 7750 for its luminor
Re: Panerai also uses the 7750 for its luminor
 
Omega ADs on Line
check your email for a great AD *NM*
No Such Thing...
 
Re: 1120 is good but it needs service every 5 year
Nominal charge?
Re: Nominal charge?
 
Re: 1120 is good but it needs service every 5 year
EXACTLY.....
 
Year Of Manufacture
Re: Year Of Manufacture
Re: Year Of Manufacture
Re: Year Of Manufacture
 
Roex 3135 needs service every 5 yrs as well *NM*
Re: Rolex 3135 needs service every 5 yrs as well
Do you really own a Rolex?
Re: Rolex Service
Re: Rolex Service
Re: Rolex Service
Re: Rolex Service
Re: Tale of Two Watches
Re: Tale of Two Watches
I will take the rolex over an AP and a Patek
Re: I will take the rolex over an AP and a Patek
Re: I will take the rolex over an AP and a Patek
Re: I will take the rolex over an AP and a Patek
Re: I will take the rolex over an AP and a Patek
I am vintage Omega biased not without reasons
Re: I am vintage Omega biased not without reasons
Re: I am vintage Omega biased not without reasons
Re: Rolex 3135 needs service every 5 yrs as well
Re: Rolex 3135 needs service every 5 yrs as well
 
Watch Size
Re: Watch Size
Re: Watch Size
Re: Watch Size
Re: Watch Size *NM*
 
Rolex Movement Article by Walt Odets
Just Like Everything Else...
Very Interesting Opinion...
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