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Helium Release Valve
Re: Helium Release Valve
 
Newbie question
Re: Newbie question
 
Where to get cheap winder?
 
OMEGA LIFE
Life span depends on how you treat it (more)
 
Authorized dealers
Re: Authorized dealers
 
Seamaster sizing, Derek/ zOwie help?
I removed that half link on mine...no problem. NT
Not critical....(+)
Re: Not critical....(+)
Thanks for your help! My jeweler feels the same...
 
Seamaster running a bit fast-should I adjust?
You watch is running superbly...(more)
 
The Steel made in the SMP
Brushed finish with polished highlights (more)
 
SIZES- Omega SMP & SMP Midsize VS Rlx. Submariner
See Derek's Seamaster FAQ on this website..(more)
 
Omega vs Rolex
Re: Omega vs Rolex
Re: Omega vs Rolex
at 800,000 watches a year how many workers ?
Rolex handmade? No... (more)
 
Suggestions about Speedmaster Auto/ Schumacher
 
Just got my Seamaster Pro! (more)
I'm sure your walking on air, CONGRATULATIONS!...n
Congrats! NT
 
Omega Reseller
Re: Omega Reseller
Strange thing about DiamondDepot though
Re: DiamondDepot
Re: Omega Reseller
 
Micro-adjusting the seamaster bracelet
 
Check out Speedmaster X-33. Expensive. (nt)
 
Seamaster Pro Chronometer Accuracy-observations
Keep experimenting and see which position...
 
quartz smp
Re: quartz smp
Re: quartz smp
 
a question for Derek ? >>
Re: a question for Derek ? >>
hats off to you Derek. lots of wirk you put in >>
Great web site!
 
Omega hand fell off after 5 days !!!
Re: Omega hand fell off after 5 days !!!
Re: Omega hand fell off after 5 days !!!
 
How old is everyone here? Including you, DZ (nt)
I beat the average! 29 for 2 yrs & holding... nt
31.46 Average age so far (nt)
33
29 (nt)
I'm 25
I'm 19 with three Omegas so far. (nt)
I'm 37 :)
48 :^) nt
I'm 39 ! NT
36 Son (nt)
I'm 33 and just got my first Seamaster Pro 2531.80
Re: How old is everyone here? Including you, DZ (n
Re: How old is everyone here? Including you, DZ (n
35 and just bought my 1st SMPro nt.
Re: 35 and just bought my 1st SMPro nt.
Re: How old is everyone here? Including you, DZ (n
 
How many jewels does the 2531.80 have?
You are VERY misinformed (more)
the number of bolts on an engine does >>
Calibre 1120 (Modified ETA 2892-A2)/23 jewels
 
Question about serial #s
An unacceptable risk...(more)
Re: Question about serial #s
Re: Question about serial #s
 
Can I join the club? (more + scan)
Darn it all.... (more)
Hi Morgan, thanks for the Welcom! (nt)
Fine by me but who am I, I bought a Quartz SMP and
Quartz or Auto, they are great watches!!! (nt)
Got that very model last November...
Thanks for the warm welcome John! (nt)
I'm Jealous!! , Congratulations!
Thanks Sonny! (nt)
Welcome to the club! NT
Thanks Derek! (nt)
Question? (more)
Re: Question? (more)
I agree, another question (more)
Good idea! (more)
I think so too, it would be a great... (more)
 
Cleaning bracelet
Re: Cleaning bracelet
Re: Cleaning bracelet
What does it matter if the red seal comes off?
Mine was already gone. (nt)
 
Whats the LOWEST price on a 2531.80
Re: Whats the LOWEST price on a 2531.80
Re: worldwatches.com
Re: worldwatches.com
Re: Whats the LOWEST price on a 2531.80
i found it for 1032.50 in here
Hate to break the news to ya Rake
Re: Hate to break the news to ya Rake
But how....?
Re: But how....?
Keith: your 0.02 about diamont depot? -nt
Re: Whats the LOWEST price on a 2531.80
 
Derek, I have some questions for you...
And here are some answers...
Regarding the 7750
Thanks Derek.
Re: Thanks Derek.
 
Seamaster-crystal not completely flush with bezel
Re: Seamaster-crystal not completely flush with be
I think it's the bezel itself...
My crystal is just a little ...
ditto...
Mine seems flush all the way around
Re: Seamaster-crystal not completely flush with be
Hmm... Mine's flush. -nt
Hmm... Mine's flush. -nt
 
Need some Recommendations
Re: Need some Recommendations
Re: Need some Recommendations
Excellent advice, I also like....more
Re: Need some Recommendations
 
Clasp scratches too easily
Re: Clasp scratches too easily
Re: Clasp scratches too easily
A possible reason could be.....
Thanks, sounds like a reasonable explanation. (nt
Mine didn't start showing scratches...
Re: Clasp scratches too easily
Er, I don't usually keep my hand there...
Re: Er, I don't usually keep my hand there...
Re: Clasp scratches too easily
 
She deserved it big time......
 
New zOwie updates!
Always like looking at that skeleton Seamaster! nt
Re: New zOwie updates!
 
What is the lowest price for a 2831.80.00?
your not alone
Re: your not alone
Re: What is the lowest price for a 2831.80.00?
Mucous Resistance
 
Seamaster longevity?
Re: Seamaster longevity?
 
Accuracy: Omega vs. Rolex--again...
Re: Accuracy: Omega vs. Rolex--again...
Re: Accuracy: Omega vs. Rolex--again...
 
Material of Face of Seamaster
Re: Material of Face of Seamaster
I kind of disagree (more)
Don't get me wrong, I own the blue/blue. (nt)
Re: I kind of disagree (more)
I like the blue face
Re: I like the blue face
Re is the face plastic? Is it textured?
 
Wgt. Quartz VS. Auto
No difference of any significance (more)
 
Seamaster Bracelet
The Seamaster has a very comfortable bracelet (nt)
Re: Seamaster Bracelet
 
One more comment on Bond's watch in "World..."
Re: One more comment on Bond's watch in "World..."
I saw the movie twice. THERE WAS NO GMT. (more)
Here's the scan. Not very sharp, though. (pic)
 
How to store Seamaster Chrono?
Re: How to store Seamaster Chrono?
Re: How to store Seamaster Chrono?
 
Purchased Golden Eye yesterday (more)
Bond's gadgets watches...
I have often wondered about that...(more)
 
Good Omega dealer in Bay Area?
Re: Good Omega dealer in Bay Area?
 
What does it mean if a bracelet pin comes out easi
Locking collars may be missing (more)
 
zOwie hits the year 2000 and is Y2K OK!
 
Speedmaster Racing Movement
Clarification...
Re: Speedmaster Racing Movement
 
Co-axial escapement
Re: Co-axial escapement
 
Just Bought A Seamaster Omegamatic!
 
a sense of style...I couldn't disagree more..
Re: a sense of style...I couldn't disagree more..
there is great horological value in..
A wonderful conversation (more)
Well said Mr. Ziglar....
Re: Well said Mr. Ziglar....
my final thoughts on this subject....
Re: there is great horological value in..
I rather enjoy your level of discourse....
Some real questions to Sam ?
Give me a day or so......(more)
Re: there is great horological value in..
 
Is anyone familiar with this watch?
 
Happy New Year Derek and all of zOwie!!! (nt)
 
Restoring brushed finish to Seamaster?
Re: Restoring brushed finish to Seamaster?
Re: Restoring brushed finish to Seamaster?
Re: Restoring brushed finish to Seamaster?
 
Happy
New
Year !!
 
EMW
 
Seamaster America's Cup
 
omegas
 
Auto-speedmaster broken 2nd time
 
New Atomic Clock unveiled today!
Re: New Atomic Clock unveiled today!
 
just the opposite
Re: just the opposite
 
I deserve to be punished...
here, here! nt
 
Omega Speedmaster Day-Date 3520.50
Re: Omega Speedmaster Day-Date 3520.50
 
Right on.
 
Re: Fallacy of the 'International Warranty' (more)
 
Re: What should I do between Omega & Rolex?
 
Re: What should I do between Omega & Rolex?
 
Where to mailorder Omega bracelet?
Re: Where to mailorder Omega bracelet?
Re: Where to mailorder Omega bracelet?
Re: Where to mailorder Omega bracelet?
Re: Where to mailorder Omega bracelet?
I would suggest watching the Sales...
 
Re: quartz vs. automatic
Re: quartz vs. automatic
Re: quartz vs. quartz
Re: quartz vs. automatic
Re: quartz vs. automatic
Re: quartz vs. automatic
Re: quartz vs. automatic
 
Re: quartz vs. automatic
Re: quartz vs. automatic
Re: quartz vs. automatic
 
Y2K Black Dial Seamaster
Re: Y2K Black Dial Seamaster
Hmmm
Why Not Solid Blue Metal Face?
Boring...
Re: Boring...
The best would be......
Why Not Electric Blue Bond?
I found it...perfect Bond dial.....
Well Omega should make it in man's version.....
Re: Y2K Black Dial Seamaster
Re: Y2K Black Dial Seamaster
Re: Y2K Black Dial Seamaster
Which picture looks black to you? Middle or right?
Re: Which picture looks black to you? Middle or ri
Re: Which picture looks black to you? Middle or ri
 
Info about New Omega Speedmaster
Re: Info about New Omega Speedmaster
 
Derek... thanks for the info, Brent
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