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Timezone down?
Yes, they are switching servers and updating *NM*
Thanks Keith, I was wondering too. *NM*
 
Omega GMT
Terrific watch.....
Very nice watch...
 
SMP vs SOP
Re: SMP vs SOP
Re: SMP vs SOP
 
Omega...Finally !
Re: Omega...Finally !
 
SMP time regulation
Re: SMP time regulation
Re: SMP time regulation
Re: SMP time regulation
 
Seamaster Professional Unidirectional Bezel
Counterclockwise. nm *NM*
Re: Counterclockwise. nm
Re: Counterclockwise. nm
 
American Time magazine. February Contents
 
speedy gaining time
 
America's Cup bracelet
 
Ashford.com 20% off
Re: Ashford.com 20% off
Re: Ashford.com 20% off
 
Authentic or not: ca. 1980 Seamaster
Re: Authentic or not: ca. 1980 Seamaster
 
Looking for stainless band for my Seamaster GMT
Re: Looking for stainless band for my Seamaster GM
Re: Looking for stainless band for my Seamaster GM
Great news! Glad the Omega forum folks could help! *NM*
 
SMP black on Black
The US model is # 2054.50.00......
Re: The US model is # 2054.50.00......
It is purely cosmetic and a matter of preference.>
 
Presentation box
Re: Presentation box
New box style? Sounds like the dealer was sloppy!
 
SMP in dim light...
I don't get that excited! (more)
 
Best place to have Speedy Pro serviced? more
 
Seamaster DE VILLE Automatic
Re: Seamaster DE VILLE Automatic
The info you need is on this site (more)
 
Airport Scanners & Watches
Re: Airport Scanners & Watches
Thanks!!!
 
Speedmaster vs Seamaster
Re: Speedmaster vs Seamaster
I thought long and hard about both too>>
Re: Speedmaster vs Seamaster
Re: Speedmaster vs Seamaster
Re: Speedmaster vs Seamaster
Re: Speedmaster vs Seamaster
 
Amazing morphing Seamaster.
Re: Amazing morphing Seamaster.
Re: Amazing morphing Seamaster.
Re: Amazing morphing Seamaster.
 
SMP Face
Just a slightly different version (more)
Rest Assured..... *PIC*
 
Omega 30mm
Re: Omega 30mm
 
My new Speedy arrived today ( SCANS )
Re: My new Speedy arrived today ( SCANS )
 
Wallpaper
Here they are...
In the bottom pic, there's an Omega cap- where can
Not easy, but you might try...
Thanks!
 
Internatio. order for SMP and sales tax/VAT costs?
No sales taxes...
Not sure about the sales tax and duty, but
 
Sadly - I may have to return GMT ...
another guy on TZ has the same problem as you
thanks Hung - spoke with SG this afternoon ....
 
Speedmaster 3513.30
Re: Speedmaster 3513.30
Re: Speedmaster 3513.30
 
Question re: so called "break in period"
Re: Question re: so called "break in period"
 
SMP Dilemma
Re: SMP Dilemma
 
Ghost in the Crystal
Very nice pics!
haunted omegas ? nice shot ,i've never seen it
 
Finally pulled the trigger... SMP ships tomorrow
Re: Finally pulled the trigger... SMP ships tomorr
Re: Finally pulled the trigger... SMP ships tomorr
What did you guys pay for that watch from Ashford?
Using the Ashford Coupon, I received 40% off MSRP.
Re: What did you guys pay for that watch from Ashf
Re: What did you guys pay for that watch from Ashf
Re: What did you guys pay for that watch from Ashf
Re: What did you guys pay for that watch from Ashf *NM*
 
New Omega Owner....X-33 and It's a Blast Off!
 
Titanium version of 2531.80 SMP - does it exist?
No it does not exist..............
 
Time of Switzerland: Any experiences?
Re: Time of Switzerland: Any experiences?
I bought a Speedmaster Pro from T.O.S
Re: I bought a Speedmaster Pro from T.O.S
Periodically they do...
I'm curious....
Re: I'm curious....
TOS: Warranty starts at shipping time
Re: TOS: Warranty starts at shipping time
Not exactly...
Omega International Warranty Applies
 
Jomashop.com : can I trust them?
Re: Jomashop.com : can I trust them?
For Derek.....
 
Regulating my SMP
My advice is to record these numbers for many
 
after the honeymoon period...
Re: after the honeymoon period...
 
Another simple question.
Re: Another simple question.
 
Trying to identify band...
Re: Trying to identify band...
Re: Trying to identify band...
Re: Trying to identify band...
 
Date Change SMP 2531.80
Re: Date Change SMP 2531.80
Re: Date Change SMP 2531.80
Re: Date Change SMP 2531.80
Re: Date Change SMP 2531.80
 
Second hands on automatic SMP
SMP auto = sweep
You may have a misconception there...
Re: You may have a misconception there...
Re: You may have a misconception there...
Re: You may have a misconception there...
 
Easiest question you'll ever read on this board!
Knucklehead!
Re: Knucklehead!
oh yeah?, try www.ci.la.ca.us *NM*
Re: Knucklehead!
Re: Knucklehead!
Re: Knucklehead!
Re: Knucklehead
Uh, I dunno!
Omega is definitely Swiss...(more)
Re: Easiest question you'll ever read on this boar
Re: Easiest question you'll ever read on this boar
Re: If you want to know...
 
Any thoughts on SMP bracelet scratches?
Re: Any thoughts on SMP bracelet scratches?
Re: Any thoughts on SMP bracelet scratches?
Re: Any thoughts on SMP bracelet scratches?
Polished versus brushed surfaces...
Re: Polished versus brushed surfaces...
In reviewing old posts here and other
I was concerned and asked >>
Wear the scratches proudly, they add character. nt *NM*
Thanks for making me feel better guys! nm *NM*
 
New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
Yes, but that would have cost him $121 more
Re: Yes, but that would have cost him $121 more
Re: New SMP 2065.80 from Worldwatches.com
 
X-33 Sighting On Showtime
 
Any god pics of the 1120 movement around? NM
Re: Any god pics of the 1120 movement around? NM *PIC*
Sorry...meant "good" *NM*
 
How doesSuperman *PIC*
 
v-7750 movement
Importance (or not) of COSC certification...
Re: v-7750 movement
 
Meaning of SMP 2531.80 clasp numbers?
Re: Meaning of SMP 2531.80 clasp numbers?
Hey Zowie..why dont they call you Ziggy! ;^) *NM*
Re: Meaning of SMP 2531.80 clasp numbers?
Re: Meaning of SMP 2531.80 clasp numbers?
Re: Meaning of SMP 2531.80 clasp numbers?
 
contellations 95
Hi Cris. Check Your E-Mail. *NM*
 
De Ville Tonneau
Congratulations! It's a great watch! *NM*
 
What do model numbers (eg 2531.80) actually mean?
Right here on this site (more)
 
sable
Try www.dailyedeals.com ....
Here's a 15% off.........
Is the 20% offer still good I wonder? *NM*
Re: Is the 20% offer still good I wonder?
You can try it. If it works, your in business....
Make that "you're" *NM*
Re: Here's a 15% off.........
Ashford.Com *NM*
 
SMP maintenance
Re: SMP maintenance
 
RE: Quality watch repair & restoration
 
Ballpark cost of battery replacement for SMP?
As you said that this pertains to your decision
Relative pricing of versions...
Re: Relative pricing of versions...
Re: Ballpark cost of battery replacement for SMP? *NM*
8 bucks
I've heard it's way more than $8, more like $80!?
I've never paid $80 for a
Does that include testing the seals afterward? *NM*
Re: Does that include testing the seals afterward?
 
Two questions about SMP 300
Re: Two questions about SMP 300
temp compensation
 
Issue with New Forum Interface for Derek (More)
Oops! My mistake. Should be fixed now. *NM*
 
sizing
If you mean the ones adjacent to clasp...yes. *NM*
Precisely what they are there for. *NM*
Re: Precisely what they are there for.
 
Re: SMP Break-In Period
 
SMP hands are nicked up!
Re: SMP hands are nicked up!
Re: SMP hands are nicked up!
Re: SMP hands are nicked up!
Re: SMP hands are nicked up!
Re: SMP hands are nicked up!
Where exactly should this red dot be? On all SMPs? *NM*
Here's a photo... *PIC*
Re: Where exactly should this red dot be? On all S
I don't have a red dot! (more)
Re: I don't have a red dot! (more)
Re: I don't have a red dot! (more)
Re: Where exactly should this red dot be? On all S
the red dot says it all
All SMP 300 must carry the red dot when they left *NM*
Sorry, now the post...
 
SMP vs SeaDweller???
Re: SMP vs SeaDweller???
a couple of observations
Re: a couple of observations
Re: a couple of observations
They must have changed...because
Re: They must have changed...because
Oh...... *NM*
Re: a couple of observations
Re: a couple of observations
 
Re: "New" Omega Models *NM*
 
Apollo XVII Speedmaster cost?
 
SMP "Bond" RUNS 9 SECONDS FAST/DAY
See "SMP Break In Period" post
 
Authorized vs. Non-authorized warranties
Well...
My 2 cents worth....
 
Re: Helium Valve=Totally Useless (more)
 
My new 2531.80 SMP is -6-7 secs per day.
Definitely try some different
 
Re: Omega link tool?
 
Re: I did- through Ashford. (more)Be sure to read
 
Re: worldofwatches
 
Opinion on the Omega Constellation Automatic?..nt
 
Re: Seamaster Chronograph
 
Wear of SMP Cal 1164 Movement (ETA 7750)
 
Thanks Mark - much appreciated N/M
 
Click and Clack Rule! *NM*
 
Nine Seconds/Day a bit high (More)
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