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Here's what the Seamaster 2296.80 looks like >>> *PIC*
In Response To: Seamaster 2296.80 ()

Holy cow!That's some serious hardware.:-)
I've never seen an SMP with gold in it's desing in real life,must be something to behold.
Smyrna,home of Glock USA correct?Another one of my favorite toys.;-)
: Good Evening,

: My wife has given me "permission" to
: buy another Omega for our 30th wedding
: anniversary. I currently own a Seamaster de
: ville (1971yp) and a Speedy Pro (1984 year
: purchased). I'm thinking Seamaster for a
: differnt look from the Speedy Pro.
: There is a a 2296.80 from one of the suggested
: used watch dealers listed on Chronocentric
: for
: $2490. It is listed as near mint, and I haven't
: called about warrenty info etc. Any comments
: on this watch or price? $2500-3000 is about
: my budget. I've never bought a used watch,
: but letting someone else take the hit on
: depreciation
: seems the way to go it the watch is "near
: mint."
: Some type of warranty would be very desirable.
: Thanks for your help. This is an amazing web
: site!
: Regards, Greg Dorfmeier, Smyrna, GA

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