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Old 01-23-2010, 01:40 PM
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Hey everyone,

I did a quick search and found a few members who are into collecting watches and wanted to ask for some advice or references. I have this thing for vintage Omega watches. I know there are nicer or more expensive brands out there, but something about the Omegas that have always attracted my attention. The history, style, and functionality really appeal to me.

Anyways do any of you guys have good feedback/experience with a particular Omega vendor/seller that is legit? I've been really wanting an Omega Speedmaster Professional "Moon" Watch (1985 if possible).

Ive been doing some thinking for awhile, and I think its time that I liquidate a portion of my sneaker collection and finally take the plunge into watches. I've made some good "investments" and some of the shoes I originally bought for my personal collection have appreciated/maintained their value and if I do let a few pairs go I can fund a Speedy Pro.

Any suggestions?

Thanks

ps I would love to view some fellow members Omega collections if you have any!
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I am a bit of a watch collector myself, but now since I just got an e60 I will spend the extra cash i do have on my baby rather than watches

Here is a few of mine i have one for everyday of the week i know that is a bit much but whatever

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Invest in a good watch box first, and if Omega is a good brand, I prefer Tags though.

I have their aquaracer for $1500 and its my baby lol

Nixon and Meister make some more sleek trendy "go out in public" watches for clubbing or bars

Meister has some really nice CF looking ones too
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Originally Posted by redEYEjedi' post='1096389' date='Jan 23 2010, 05:40 PM
Hey everyone,

I did a quick search and found a few members who are into collecting watches and wanted to ask for some advice or references. I have this thing for vintage Omega watches. I know there are nicer or more expensive brands out there, but something about the Omegas that have always attracted my attention. The history, style, and functionality really appeal to me.

Anyways do any of you guys have good feedback/experience with a particular Omega vendor/seller that is legit? I've been really wanting an Omega Speedmaster Professional "Moon" Watch (1985 if possible).

Ive been doing some thinking for awhile, and I think its time that I liquidate a portion of my sneaker collection and finally take the plunge into watches. I've made some good "investments" and some of the shoes I originally bought for my personal collection have appreciated/maintained their value and if I do let a few pairs go I can fund a Speedy Pro.

Any suggestions?

Thanks

ps I would love to view some fellow members Omega collections if you have any!
Go over to timezone.com and look in the omega forums...You will find plenty of information there about the brands. For vintage you might want to check on their salescorner.
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^^ check out watchuseek.com too.
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Originally Posted by redEYEjedi' post='1096389' date='Jan 23 2010, 02:40 PM
Any suggestions?
No experience with Omega, but you might want to try here:

http://forums.timezone.com/index.php...eadt&frm_id=25

It's an active watch site and this is the Omega forum. Lots of good info there.
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Omega are all the watch i wear with the exception of my Rolex Submariner. My daily wear are either my Seamaster or Speedmaster. All my watches are self winding, no quarts movements for me.
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Breitling.
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shitty pic, but...
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BTW, if you want a great deal, PM member inknu2. He knows a great vendor


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