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winding
Re: winding
 
inherited watch... Seamaster
Re: inherited watch... Seamaster
 
Adjustment
Re: Adjustment
Re: Adjustment
Tyson's Corner or Fair Oaks *NM* *NM*
Re: Tyson's Corner or Fair Oaks
 
seamaster pro 200 1992
Re: seamaster pro 200 1992
Some info on my Pro200 *LINK* *PIC*
Re: seamaster pro 200 1992
 
SMP Time loss?
Re: SMP Time loss? *LINK*
Re: SMP Time loss?
 
black vs. blue
Careful what you ask for, you just might get it!
Mid in blue - Full in black *NM*
Re: black vs. blue
Get both! ;-) *LINK*
Re: black vs. blue
Re: black vs. blue
Re: black vs. blue
Re: black vs. blue
 
Connie *PIC*
Photo not displaying for me. *NM*
Re: Photo not displaying for me. *NM* *PIC*
Re: Photo not displaying for me.
Re: Photo not displaying for me. *NM* *PIC*
 
Seamaster with different bracelet *PIC*
Re: Seamaster with different bracelet
Re: Seamaster with different bracelet
Re: Seamaster with different bracelet *LINK* *PIC*
 
Re: Dealer/Repair-Phoenix Area?
 
Help! Railmaster-like dreamwatch wanted!!!
 
Pic wanted
Re: Pic wanted *LINK*
 
New Gold Seamasters?
Saw one in Florida >>>
Re: New Gold Seamasters?
Re: New Gold Seamasters?
Re: New Gold Seamasters?
Re: New Gold Seamasters?
 
Anyone know Approx. cost of service for...
Re: Anyone know Approx. cost of service for...
 
Watch from Bourne Identity?
What Watch ?? - I just saw Franka Potente !! *NM* *PIC*
It's an early Link Chronograph 1/10 Quartz. *NM*
Re: Watch from Bourne Identity? *LINK*
I have to rent it again ??? (more)
Re: Watch from Bourne Identity? *LINK*
Re: Watch from Bourne Identity?
Re: Watch from Bourne Identity?
Keith Downing? No way! Isn't ER a chick show? :) *NM*
Re: Keith Downing? No way! Isn't ER a chick show? *LINK*
Oh Nooooooo!!!!!!!!!!! lol *NM*
 
Tatanium Band ??
Re: Tatanium Band ??
 
Will sports use damage mechanical movement on SMP?
Re: Will sports use damage mechanical movement on
Re: Will sports use damage mechanical movement on
Re: Will sports use damage mechanical movement on
He said sports, not golf!! Just kidding {:o)) *NM*
Isn't it time for your Medication Dave? *NM*
I'm on so many, sometimes I forget. *NM*
 
caliber 564 or 565 ??
Re: caliber 564 or 565 ??
Merci des tuyaux !
 
GMT Bracelet
I recently posted this (follow link) *NM* *LINK*
Re: I recently posted this (follow link)
Sorry I wasn't more clear *LINK*
 
Omega F300mhz questions..
 
Epilogue: DIY Seamaster now +/- 1 sec/d
 
Serial Number & Scheduled Maintenance
According to Chucks page it's about 1986... *LINK*
 
In your opinion?
The perfect watch for you. *PIC*
Re: The perfect watch for you.
Re: The perfect watch for you.
Re: The perfect watch for you.
 
Seamaster Quartz...
I've never had that problem, never owned a Rolex
Re: I've never had that problem, never owned a Rol
Mechanicals can be nearly as accurate as quartz
I agree, but that's not the norm. *NM*
Abnormal!!!!!!!!!!!
 
I see alot on the seamasters, but what about?
Re: I see alot on the seamasters, but what about?
Re: I see alot on the seamasters, but what about? *LINK*
Possibly (probably) the cal 861 was on the moon to
Not rare at all, but becoming discontinued sort of *PIC*
 
where to get extra bracelet links
 
Current Model
Yes, it's a current model
Re: Yes, it's a current model
This is Full Size
 
Seamaster Repair Questions
Don't worry about repairing it yet! (more)
 
is my date changing too slow?
Re: is my date changing too slow? *LINK*
Re: is my date changing too slow?
Re: is my date changing too slow?
 
sorry post under wrong subject, posting again
 
Seamaster History
Re: Seamaster History
Show off!! lol *NM*
 
my seamaster has exceeded its' power reserve
Must be a quartz :-)) *NM*
Re: my seamaster has exceeded its' power reserve
Re: my seamaster has exceeded its' power reserve
Re: my seamaster has exceeded its' power reserve
Re: my seamaster has exceeded its' power reserve
 
WILL IT OVERWIND
WILL IT OVERWIND? NO
 
flightmaster bracelet
Re: flightmaster bracelet
 
Seamaster Winding
Re: Seamaster Winding
Re: Seamaster Winding
Re: Seamaster Winding
Re: Seamaster Winding
Re: Seamaster Winding
Re: Seamaster Winding
Re: Seamaster Winding
Success!
Re: Success!
Re: Success!
Re: Success!
Re: Success!
 
Scan day!
Re: Scan day! *PIC*
My 1981 Seiko 6309 diver *PIC*
Re: My 1981 Seiko 6309 diver
Seiko 200M divers are still SS
 
Half link question on Seamaster Bracelet
Re: Half link question on Seamaster Bracelet
 
1940 30TC *PIC*
 
cookie retrieval *NM*
 
Thanks Keith for chrono info...it is sweet! *NM*
 
Expecting new watch, what should I do?
Drool is ok if...
Don't Drool on it!
 
how much winding is needed?
Re: how much winding is needed?
Re: how much winding is needed? *LINK* *PIC*
Re: how much winding is needed?
The watch is meant to be worn (more)
That's not quite right...
Re: The watch is meant to be worn (more)
Re: The watch is meant to be worn (more)
 
What's the average age group of Omega owners?
Re: D&D *NM*
C & C *NM*
Re: What's the average age group of Omega owners?
D & C *NM*
D & D *NM*
A and A>>>
B(22) and B *NM*
In body or mind? *NM*
Re: In body or mind?
Re: What's the average age group of Omega owners?
Re: What's the average age group of Omega owners?
Re: What's the average age group of Omega owners?
Re: What's the average age group of Omega owners?
B/B 21st bday present for myself!! *NM*
Re: B/B 21st bday present for myself!!
 
Vintage Omega I need help please.
Re: Vintage Omega I need help please. *LINK*
Re: Vintage Omega I need help please.
 
Can Somebody tell me where to post
Re: Can Somebody tell me where to post
 
Dynamic 1108 movement
Re: Dynamic 1108 movement
 
Re: Omega Dynamic
 
I read the section about the Red Seal, but...
Re: I read the section about the Red Seal, but...
Same for me! *NM*
Re: I read the section about the Red Seal, but...
Re: I read the section about the Red Seal, but...
Mine came off in abt. 1 year. *NM*
Re: I read the section about the Red Seal, but...
Re: ...mine too, red-sealed..after a yr. *NM*
Why prolong the inevitable?
 
Need Bead of Rice Links
Re: Need Bead of Rice Links
Re: Need Bead of Rice Links *PIC*
Re: Need Bead of Rice Links
You sure? *PIC*
Re: You sure?
Re: You sure?
Re: You sure?
 
Seamaster Pro Chrono (attn:Keith Downing)
Re: Seamaster Pro Chrono (attn:Keith Downing)
Ummmmm....
Re: Ummmmm....
Re: Ummmmm....
Re: Ummmmm....
You have a good point.....
 
Grade hardness between different metals?
Re: Grade hardness between different metals?
Re: Grade hardness between different metals?
Re: Grade hardness between different metals?
IWC Aquatimer *LINK*
Thanks! - No Message *NM*
Metallurgy 101
Re: That was informative... thank you *NM*
 
How to adjust an automatic watch
Re: How to adjust an automatic watch
Re: How to adjust an automatic watch
Re: How to adjust an automatic watch *PIC*
Re: How to adjust an automatic watch
WOW....DO NOT TOUCH THAT REGULATOR!!!
Re: WOW....DO NOT TOUCH THAT REGULATOR!!!
If it's from 1976 and has never been serviced ...
Re: How to adjust an automatic watch
 
Vintage Omega cal.600
Re: Vintage Omega cal.600
 
Ticks and Porsches...
 
A QUESTION ABOUT DEALERS
Re: A QUESTION ABOUT DEALERS
Re: A QUESTION ABOUT DEALERS
Re: A QUESTION ABOUT DEALERS
 
America's Cup chrono
Oh! I think you're right. Yes it is Certified
Thanks Keith...It sure is sweet!!! *NM*
Here's the Deal
I think he might be referring to the Regatta. *NM*
 
Seamaster Co-Axial
 
Re: Firearm use...
 
DIY Instructions: How to adjust your chronograph.
Re: DIY Instructions: How to adjust your chronogra
 
I Heard it From the Grape Vine
Re: I Heard it From the Grape Vine
 
A Big Thanks to Keith Downing
Re: A Big Thanks to Keith Downing
Nothing Else Yet. *NM*
A Big "You're Welcome" to You Alex *NM*
Re: A Big "You're Welcome" to You Alex
Re: A Big "Thank you" to You Keith and Mark *NM*
 
Looking to purchase a Seamaster.
Re: Looking to purchase a Seamaster.
Re: Looking to purchase a Seamaster.
Re: Looking to purchase a Seamaster.
 
5 seconds/day?
Not bad but >>>
I mean "wear." not where lol *NM*
Re: I mean "wear." not where lol
Not that bad *LINK*
A trip down memory lane...
Rambo, Good point>>>
 
Re: Seamaster Vs James Bond Seamaster
 
smp time gains
Re: smp time gains
 
Tritium?
Re: Tritium?
Re: Tritium?
Re: Tritium?
Re: Tritium?
 
? about 2254.50 bracelet
keith, I noticed one side of your braclet.....
It rides better on my wrist that way
Re: ? about 2254.50 bracelet
Re: ? about 2254.50 bracelet
Immedieately
Re: Immedieately
I think you'll see one faster if you order it
Re: I think you'll see one faster if you order it
Truth is, you could probably have it pretty quick
 
Omega Warranty Without Card Stamp
No *NM*
 
Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
There is just something sexy about automatics that
Re: There is just something sexy about automatics
Re: There is just something sexy about automatics
I believe that text is from the Watchtime article
Well in response to that....
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
Far out, man! This whole thread is too heavy. *NM*
HERE ARE THE ACTUAL PUBLISHED SPECIFICATIONS
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
Quartz "accuracy" = old wives' tales.
Breitling quartz is Chronometer certified
Yep, almost all watches are machine assembled... *LINK*
Re: Breitling quartz is Chronometer certified
Re: Breitling quartz is Chronometer certified
All Breitlings are COSC in last 2-3 years *NM*
Re: Breitling quartz is Chronometer certified
Re: Breitling quartz is Chronometer certified
Re: Quartz "accuracy" = old wives' tales.
Good one for posting the exact same thing...
Re: Good one for posting the exact same thing...
Point taken. nt *NM*
Re: Quartz "accuracy" = old wives' tales.
Nup, it's about that smooth seconds hand
The Fact That Automatic Owners Avoid
Rolex 'DOES' make a quartz movement! *NM*
The Fact That Some Quartz Owners Avoid
Re: The Fact That Some Quartz Owners Avoid
Re: The Fact That Automatic Owners Avoid
I just like to hear the ticking
A new twist! I'm disappointed an Omega owner >>>
Re: A new twist! I'm disappointed an Omega owner >
You missed completely...
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
Quartz is logically superior, yes. So what?
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
I think you've missed the point alltogether
You "gave" the T-Touch away you..you...you...!!! *NM*
This is the difference *NM* *PIC*
Wow !!! - NICE BATTERY !! Made in Indonesia too !
Re: This is the difference
Nah, it's Timex *NM*
Re: Nah, it's Timex
Sorry, I don't own any Omega Quartz
Re: Sorry, I don't own any Omega Quartz
Dude, That's Heavy
Re: Dude, That's Heavy
Re: Dude, That's Heavy
Re: Dude, That's Heavy
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
Re: Chronometer Chroshmometer - Quartz Is Superior
 
Weak luminosity *PIC*
 
Dropped vintage Omega on the concrete, advise.
See what happens (more)
Re: See what happens (more)
 
adjusting smp braclet
 
Adjusting SMP bracelet experience
Re: Adjusting SMP bracelet experience
Re: Adjusting SMP bracelet experience
 
Thanks Keith, I got my SMP Auto
Congratulations Anthony
 
SMP bezel insert
Re: SMP bezel insert
Scratched bezel=$$
Re: Scratched bezel=$$
Re: Scratched bezel=$$
Re: Scratched bezel=$$
 
Different color of boxes and papers..
My original Seamaster came in a handsome dark ...
 
007 LE OMEGA WEBSITE
Re: 007 LE OMEGA WEBSITE
Re: 007 LE OMEGA WEBSITE
Re: 007 LE OMEGA WEBSITE
correction please!
It seems normal to appear slightly grey. *PIC*
Re: It seems normal to appear slightly grey.
The seconds hands are all red on the tip...
The Red Tip Will Fade In Time
 
Re: Best place to buy a new Moon watch in Kansas C
Re: Best place to buy a new Moon watch in Kansas C
 
second hand twitch
Re: second hand twitch
Re: second hand twitch
Re: second hand twitch
Re: second hand twitch
 
Re: Authorized Dealer in L.A./Orange County
 
Re: Thanks! What was I doing wrong? (nt)
Very strange... *PIC*
Re: Very strange...
 
Seamaster GMT Picture Request
How about Ostrich?
That's what I love about the white dial watches...
Re: How about Ostrich?
 
Derek, Questions regarding bezel alignment:
Re: Derek, Questions regarding bezel alignment: *LINK*
 
Noisy X 33 ?
Re: Noisy X 33 ?
Re: Noisy X 33 ? *LINK*
Re: Noisy X 33 ?
 
Re: Firearm use...
 
Re: "Winding" my Seamaster....
 
I'm getting =+5/day with my 2055.80
 
Need help - Seamster, model unknown
 
Re: seamaster 25.31.80
 
Re: SMP Auto service?
Re: SMP Auto service?
Re: SMP Auto service?
 
Re: Seamaster Ti Chronograph Chronometer questions
Re: Seamaster Ti Chronograph Chronometer questions
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