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SMP Dials/Bezels

I just ordered a new SMP with the new dial. I had wanted a blue dial/blue bezel; or, black dial/black bezel but my dealer in Switzerland said they were available only with polished steel bezels.

I wonder why Omega decided to do away with blue and black bezels. I happened to like that look. I know the older styles are still available but was swayed to the new one by Derek's illustration of what the dial would look like glowing in the dark. The new dial is much easier to read.

Any comments?

By the way, this is my first post to this message forum. I've used the TZ Omega forum but this one looks very useful with a lot of knowledgable folks. And, I have another topic regarding grey market and serial numbers to post next.

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