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I finally got it! (2531.80)
Great watch! enjoy! nt
 
Don't forget to reset the date on your watch!
 
Omega James Bond contest closed, answers posted!
When do they announce the winners? nt
 
Brcelet lookalike
 
Quartz or Auto....
Re: Quartz or Auto....
Re: Quartz or Auto....
Re: Quartz or Auto....
Precision versus accuracy (more)
Re: Precision versus accuracy (more)
Don't forget to add that when autos get older..>>
Re: Precision versus accuracy (more)
I suggest you examine the facts..>>
Re: Quartz or Auto....
Re: Quartz or Auto....
 
Omega's Bond contest
 
Does domed crystal bothers you?
No...
Well mine scratched! I don't know if...>>
Ron, You have to stop deflecting bullets with it..
Yes, it's still under warranty..>>
Is it insured?
That's why I wanted a tough watch!!! ..>>
Ron: I can help....
Can't do. Keith's a witness and then >>
Were is a Cop when you need one?...nt
Full Time Stay at Home/Work at Home Dad
Wow, I'm in awe. I wish I could keep that schedule
OOOPS! Answer to RonZ.....nt
 
New Omega section (specialties)?
No, not up just yet...
Thats what I figured. Just making sure.Thanks.(nt)
 
Vintage Seamaster question
 
My Seamaster stopped for the first time
Yes....nt
Re: Yes....nt
I don't know...
I do...
Re: I do...
manual winding....
 
Re: English Translation of Speedmaster Book
 
Speedmaster
 
Steel VS. Titanimun ???
That's the real battle, weight...>
Re: That's the real battle, weight...>
They both scratch..>>
let's scratch ;-).....
 
Poll: Automatic vs. Quartz
Re: Poll: Automatic .......
Automatic
QUARTZ
Re: QUARTZ
Re: QUARTZ
Quartz, but you have a choice.
Do you have any scratches...>>
Re: Do you have any scratches...>>
Automatic!
Auto or quartz
Quartz, Quartz, quartz!
Automatic(2531.80)...
Auto, agree with J & K
Automatic
 
smwatches.com
I have not personally but..........
Re: I have not personally but..........
I don't think so Rake.
 
Dial on Seamaster 120M
 
What are the best lookalikes
Re: lookalikes -- Why not go vintage instead?
Re: lookalikes -- Why not go vintage instead?
Re: lookalikes -- Why not go vintage instead?
Vintage dealers...
Wow what a response to my post!
Avoid fakes and get an....
Re: Avoid fakes and get an....
Re: Avoid fakes and get an....
Re: Avoid fakes and get an....
Re: Avoid fakes and get an....
More info on Invicta...
Interesting, but . . .
Re: Interesting, but . . .
Thanks for the info Derek.
Re: Thanks for the info Derek.
I have a friend....
Why would you want a fake?
 
anyone heard of the X33 mechanical?
Keith is right--it is a new Speedmaster model
It could be the
 
Seamaster Pro bracelet on Seamaster 120M
Re: Seamaster Pro bracelet on Seamaster 120M
Re: Seamaster Pro bracelet on Seamaster 120M
 
RE: Quality watch repair & restoration
 
calibre 1154 & 1164 SMPchrono movements
gonna ask Omega...
 
tz
 
TZ still down for me as of 8:50 a.m. CST today
According to TZ...
Re: TZ still down for me as of 8:50 a.m. CST today
Me too, as of 9:00 am CST. (nt)
Me too! as of 11:00 EST. Argh!
 
ss prof chrono diver
Omega site is NOT a complete catalog...(more)
Re: Omega site is NOT a complete catalog...(more)
Re: Omega site is NOT a complete catalog...(more)
 
bracelet links?
Re: bracelet links?
Re: bracelet links?
Re: bracelet links?
 
America's Cup
Re: America's Cup
Re: America's Cup
Re: America's Cup
Re: America's Cup
 
Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono. Again!!
Your best bet is...
Correction
There is a thread about SKW about
 
Woah...
Keith is right! Dealer pressure tacitics..>>
Re: Keith is right! Dealer pressure tacitics..>>
Re: Woah...
Re: Woah...
Re: Woah...
Re: Woah...
 
The Rubber Strap
Here is Derek's picture of the shark skin..>>
This should answer your question...
Whoa! Above and beyond my expectations! Thanks!!
 
A couple of new items in the zOwie News section...
 
150th Anniversary Seamaster concern...
Re: Sorry, "white GOLD" watches
You are not alone.... ( much more)
Re: Thank you Andreas for your answer.
a further cleaning note......
Re: You are a fan! Thanks again. nt
 
Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono.
Re: Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono.
Re: Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono.
Re: Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono.
Arrrgh!!!!!!
E-mail me.
Re: Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono.
 
Explorer2 or Schumacher Speedmaster Chrono?
Check out how many vintage Omegas are around...
Re: Thanx for all the replies!
Dear Dreamer...
This is what i've heard
Re: This is what i've heard
What do you want one of those for???
Schumacher Speedmaster Chrono. Period
If Rolex is so Exclusive...
Keith.....
Re: Keith.....
You are right...Sorry.
Re: Explorer2 or Schumacher Speedmaster Chrono?
So, uh, how many Rolexes have been to the Moon?
 
c.1045 Speedmaster Article updated yet again!
 
TZ is UP!!
I think Carolyn may have it...
Only very sporatic access at 11:25 CST...
Re: Still down at 9:30 am central! nt
Chuck, try this....
I can't get on from my bookmarked forum URL at all
Re: Thanks Carolyn, I will give it a try. nt
Ok, I just got on TZ at 8:00 am ET (more)
You Aren't Kicking Us Out Are You?..nt
Heavens, no! (nt
I can't get on TZ yet either as of 1:03 a.m. CST
TZ still down for me at 11:55pm ET. (nt
TZ still down for the count. 6am GMT. nt
Carolyn, Myself, and others are there...nt
Not for me yet...
 
TZ Omega Forum>>>>
Ya, But Will It Have a New Masthead Photo?...scan
 
Thanks to Derek--
 
NEWS FLASH! For some unexplained reason, ..>>
 
Hey, let's post some pics!
Thanks everyone!_____nt
Just managed to catch my eyes before falling out
Man, that's one good lookin' watch! (nt)
 
TZ Omega Forum Disaster Plan. Or Why didn't I ...
Maybe We Should Ask Derek Before....
You are absolutely right! more
Re: He has a lot to be proud of...
You are all welcome here anytime...(more)
I wouldn't call TZ better...>>
I was making a play on the old joke...
 
Seamaster's Brecelet
Re: Seamaster's Brecelet
Re: Seamaster's Brecelet
don't worry about it...
Re: don't worry about it...
 
Gasp!
It is great coming home and .... (more)
You're welcome Derek!..
Let's make dinner for this mob--
No, Jim, we're ordering out...
Get well soon Jim!____nt
Hi Carolyn!
I was just going to recite that exact Poem!
From one nut to another...
 
TZ Omega Forum
Hey Ross!!
Re: TZ Omega Forum
Thanks for keeping us updated Ross
 
Re: The white faced Omega Seamasters are no more!
 
Good Omega scan wanted
Re: Good Omega scan wanted
 
Seamaster Pro Date changes 10min before midnight
Fairly common (more)
 
Is the Timezone site down? nt
I think so...Can't access since 2:00pmCDT
I haven't been able to log on to TZ all Day!!...nt
 
Rolex is better
I don't know that I would go _that_ far...
Better or different?
Yes and no (more)
!!
Re: Rolex is better
Bob, pls let that construction worker go__:-)__
Re: Bob, pls let that construction worker go__:-)_
Re: Bob, pls let that construction worker go__:-)_
Did you come here b/c Timezone Rolex site was down
Re: Rolex is better
Some FACTS about Rolex 'rarity' (more)
 
Any info: Omega Seamaster Cosmic 2000 Automatic?
 
Speedmaster Question
Nothing to worry about...
Re: Nothing to worry about...
 
Omega calibre#1010
 
Omega 2531.80
Many thanks to Derek Ziglar
Glad to have been a help! nt
My 2531.80 was $1377.60 (25% off) from AuthDealer
Actually Woobie....
Yes, ive paid sales tax nt
How to get the best price from an Authorized dlr..
Unless your in Utah...
 
1164 movement
Re: 1164 movement
Re: 1164 movement
Good idea! FAQ now updated with 1154/1164 info! nt
Re: 1164 movement
No, that is incorrect! (more)
Actually, it is VERY correct! more :>
Yep, you're right....
I'm glad you guys worked that out! >>
 
My 2nd Omega
 
What watches can beat seamaster's max dive depth?
Re: Bell & Ross Hyd.............
I think that's the one I ment ! (nt)
Re: What watches can beat seamaster's max dive dep
Re: What watches can beat seamaster's max dive dep
almost no limits.....
 
Re: Quality watch repair & restoration
Re: Quality watch repair & restoration
 
More than one 150th Anniversary Seamaster ???
Yes. There was also a Limited Edition...(more)
Derek, did you read my entire post ?
Yes I did (more)
Omega said.....
Another scan of what I mean....
 
SKW-Anyone have any experiences with this company?
Re: SKW-Anyone have any experiences with this comp
Re: SKW
I'm trusting you on this one Gene....
Re: The key is..........
Re: SKW-Anyone have any experiences with this comp
Follow up with Yaeger Watch Co.
 
Omega Moon&Seamaser
 
Those grand luxe style markers are awesome! nt
 
WOW
 
Nice!
 
Re: Black Face Seamaster Pro
 
Midsize Seamaster
 
There are a few small ones..
 
SMP Quartz movement an Omega exclusive?
 
Microlon Titanium Sponge Info From Omega
 
Re: Ashford.com savings coupons ?
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