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Omegamatic watch
Re: Omegamatic watch
 
Speedmaster Pro bezel with that little accent....
Doesn't it say tachmetre...
 
Question for the Speedmaster gurus...
I'm getting one exactly the same so pls. help (nt)
 
Beat up Seamaster Bond
Re: Beat up Seamaster Bond
Re: Beat up Seamaster Bond
Re: Beat up Seamaster Bond
Re: Beat up Seamaster Bond
Re: Beat up Seamaster Bond
 
Titanium vs steel
Re: Titanium vs steel
Re: Titanium vs steel
Re: Titanium vs steel
Re: Titanium vs steel
 
Speedmaster Auto bracelet (more)
Don't think that will work
 
Size/price of new speedmasters.
 
Moonwatch STRAP........
Moonwatch STRAP........
Congratulations first of all.....
 
JB Seamaster with no serial number
Re: JB Seamaster with no serial number
Ashford.com
Costco
Re: Costco
Costco's return policy. . .
Re: Costco
Re: Costco not a warranty.
Re: Ashford.com
Re: JB Seamaster with no serial number
Re: JB Seamaster with no serial number
Re: JB Seamaster with no serial number
Ask your money back!
I Verified All Of This With Omega...
35% off from an authorized dealer?
Your watch is grey market.
If you try to service the watch....
 
Does this sound like it works?.................
Maybe.............more
 
Seamaster accuracy
Re: Seamaster accuracy
Re: Seamaster accuracy
Re: Seamaster accuracy
 
Anyone know the retail of the new co-ax? nt
In HK, US$4000-$5000 (nt)
I heard $6,000. to $8,000 depends on case material
Thanks. nt
 
A question of accuracy.
Free and easy watch self regulation (no kidding)..
No lie....I have my Seamaster Chrono down to..
Thanks Derek..
That is a very good idea!!...nt
Yes, excellent idea. nt
 
How old is an Omega seamaster if in a grey box ?
Re: How old is an Omega seamaster if in a grey box
Just got SM Pro Chrono.. SN starts w/ 6032 (n/m)
My SeaPro Chronog start with 6002.....
Never mind my above post(mine is >18 months old
 
Seamaster Pro Chrono 2598.80 Help
I'd have a pro do it.
Learn from my mistake
Thanks.....(NT)
 
A Special Day
A very nice story, thanks. nt
I wish your family lots of happiness! :) nt
Thanks!!:-)
Great story...thanks for sharing.....n/t
 
How water resistant is the Speedmaster Pro MW..>
Re: How water resistant is the Speedmaster Pro MW.
Re: How water resistant is the Speedmaster Pro MW.
I have no first hand experience...
 
GMT: Rubber band vs SS band
Re: get it with the..................
I agree going with SS first and rubber 2nd....
Re: I agree going with SS first and rubber 2nd....
 
Seamaster 2301.11
A great, classic watch...
Re: A great, classic watch...
Re: Seamaster 2301.11
 
Price for Speedmaster 3513.50.00
Re: Price for Speedmaster 3513.50.00
 
When will Omega release the next Speedy? (more)
They usally come out with different dials....
Re: They usally come out with different dials....
This time is a keeper RON! :-)....nt
Re: They usally come out with different dials....
 
Seamaster Pro VS GMT: Which one would you go for?
My $0.02 a 2nd time.
But Jeff you still did not make a choice!
Me? JB Pro SS and 18k, no question. NT
Thanks Guys!!!!!!!!!(nt)
This would be a hard decision for me....
 
Finally got my Speedy Pro!!
Re: Finally got my Speedy Pro!!
Cal. 1861/63 cannot hack
 
Celebrating with a new Omega
My 30th hasn't come in yet............more
Watch Apollo 13 weekly to love the watch more. :)
Welcome to the zOwie home for the incurable! (NT)
 
What's everyone wearing today?................more
Yesterday Nike Typhoon Now new SM Pro Chrono (n/m)
Re: What's everyone wearing today?................
Whoa.. Back to school
Stocker and Yale Diver NT
1992 Speedmaster Professional, sapphire back (NT)
Breitling Old Navitimer, then tonite: Speedy Pro.
Sea Dweller.......... :)
Re: What's everyone wearing today?................
Speedy Pro pre moon.........n/t
Speedy pros display back.nt
A Zodiac Kermetic
T-shirt, denim shorts, and a SM Pro Bond! (more)
I'm wearing a G-Shock if you don't mind. :) (nt)
I have one also....so I don't mind. :) nt
:) ........ (nt)
SeaMonster Pro Chrono!! (nt)
Speedmaster Moon Watch-sapphire back. nt
IWC titanium Aquatimer...nt
Speedy Pro (NT)
 
TimeZone opens new forums - including OMEGA!
Make a link from TZ to here
Agreed, but..........
Derek, your clearly committed to Omega, more
This site was first and will always be first with
This site is better and will only improve. nt
Thanks. Yes, there are more changes coming (more)
 
New Watch Just Arrived (more)
Congrat.Hope I can have one too.nt
Another Congratulations from Thailand! :) (nt)
Congratulations, on both counts.....n/t
Congratulations!
Congratulations!
 
Bond Seamaster vs GMT
Re: Bond Seamaster vs GMT
They're both great watches
My $0.02
 
My Omega Watch Horror Story
Re: My Omega Watch Horror Story
Re: My Omega Watch Horror Story
Been diving with seamasters for years...
ReThey can........
 
Any avid Divers wear Omega?
Re: Any avid Divers wear Omega?
Re: Any avid Divers wear Omega?
I swim with my Seamaster Pro weekly for years....
Whasamata me?
If your GMT leaks....
 
Anyone know where there is an Omega screen saver
 
My personal Omega Saga-Part II (Long)
Kinda Inspirational, Thanks!!....
Re: My personal Omega Saga-Part II (Long)
 
Animated Omega Speedy ad is available for d/l now.
 
1800usd for a re-issue of 1957 speedy,worth it?
Depends what you value
The trouble is… (more)
You'll make the right decision!
I agree 100% (more)
But the display back is soooo beautiful...
 
Worthwhile Watch Shop(s) in Vancouver, BC? NT
Re: Worthwhile Watch Shop(s) in Vancouver, BC? NT
Re: Worthwhile Watch Shop(s) in Vancouver, BC? NT
 
scratched bezel on seamaster pro
 
seamaster
Re: seamaster
 
Derek and Serial Numbers on SM Pro
Re: Derek and Serial Numbers on SM Pro
 
Speedmaster Book on eB@y
But...(more)
I've tried the Canadian Distributors - more
Re: I've tried the Canadian Distributors - more
I can't get a copy from Omega US or ...more
Re: I can't get a copy from Omega US or ...more
 
O.GMT and Leaks
Re: O.GMT and Leaks
I never swim in any watch or expose any watch
Sea Dweller....more
I guess real divers buy Tag/Heuers...
Re: O.GMT and Leaks
Did you see his guestbook?
It is a case of Chicken Little syndrome...
A funny story about expectations
The guy didn't service his watch...more
 
Plain old Speedy auto -- opinions?
Re: Plain old Speedy auto -- opinions?
Re: Plain old Speedy auto -- opinions?
Obvious reasons is that it is just not the same...
 
The Object of My Desire
Just found this one..............more
Take your pick
Are you sure that's a 1952 model? more
 
Is there a wait for the Speedmaster Moon Watch...&
Yes, my vendor said....
Delay due to the 30th anniversary model (more)
Yep...
Good things come to those who wait, patients my
Aflect, this seems to be the wait time in my....
 
Serial Number/Date discrepancy...
Re: Serial Number/Date discrepancy...
Re: Serial Number/Date discrepancy....
 
Hello, all. Thanks, Derek and a Hello Bryan Goh!
A dedicated Omega Forum was definitely needed.
Definitely agree...thanks Derek Ziggy:-)....nt
Yes, Quantity and Quality not mutally exclusive...
About fine watchmakers
My take on the low production....
 
Omega Chronographs - Speedmaster, Seamaster, etc.
Great page and 1861's beat rate
Thank you and I hope you do enjoy this page.
Eric's sight is a 'must visit' for Omega fans!
 
My personal Omega Saga-LONG
Cant wait....nt
Lookin forward to it! My speedmaster....
Thanks, you'll like part II....more
 
Seeking opinions on vintage Seamasters (scan)
Re: Seeking opinions on vintage Seamasters (scan)
Looks like the same movement as Speedmaster ProNT
 
Fake SM Pro selling for $300+ right now on ebay...
Bid retractions reduced the price to $90.00 (nt)
I e-mailed all the bidders and warned them. (NT)
Re: I wondered how they heard!
Re: Fake SM Pro selling for $300+ right now on eba
Re: Fake SM Pro selling for $300+ right now on eba
 
Need Speedy Pro Mark II Bracelet?
 
Speedy Pro's case dimennions & more
Gerry L.'s TimeZone BB #441
861 and 1861
 
Nighttime visibility--Pro vs GMT/Anniversary model
One little note... it is 50 years not 150.
Time Flies... Nice to see you in this forum (more)
True, 50 years is the commemeration of the Sea...
Image revised based on your comments!
Re: Image revised based on your comments!
Looks Super!!...nt
Re: The skeleton hands ........
Derek, I have no prob. w/ new hands, my problem is
Was that a picture of tritium or luminova?
Re: Was that a picture of tritium or luminova?
My Two Cents.
Re: My Two Cents.
Re: Nighttime visibility--Pro vs GMT/Anniversary m
 
Seamaster Professional Chronometer Scans
 
seamaster de ville ??
Yes (more)
 
Seamaster Dial Color
Re: Seamaster Dial Color
 
Seamaster and strap?
Re: Seamaster and strap?
Re: Seamaster and strap?
Re: Seamaster and strap?
 
Changing Out Speedy Pro Bracelet to Strap
Re: Changing Out Speedy Pro Bracelet to Strap
I'd leave this job up for the watch jeweler..nt
 
Anti-reflective coating on the speedy triple date?
Re: Anti-reflective coating on the speedy triple d
Thanks Louis (nt)
 
Omega does a good job finishing ETA/Valjoux cals?
and what abt. cal. 1155....
 
Interesting Speedy Stuff
Just got mine today, air mailed straight from Swit
Re: Interesting Speedy Stuff
Speedy Stuff - shocks
 
Speedmaster Bezel
My motto: If it aint broke, don't fix it...MORE
Re: My motto: If it aint broke, don't fix it...MOR
Thanks David, that gives me a good ......more
Another thing to keep in mind...
Thanks all, ......more
 
Cosmic 2000
Re: Cosmic 2000
Re: Cosmic 2000
 
Battery Life in quartz Seamaster models?
Re: Battery Life in quartz Seamaster models?
Re: Battery Life in quartz Seamaster models?
Re: Battery Life in quartz Seamaster models?
You might find this informative...
Re: Battery Life in quartz Seamaster models?
Re: Battery Life in quartz Seamaster models?
Re: Battery Life in quartz Seamaster models?
 
Cal. 565 Seamaster Overhaul
Re: Cal. 565 Seamaster Overhaul
 
Omegamatic
Re: Omegamatic
 
Your post in alt.horology
 
seamaster - which movement
 
gmt rubber bracelet
 
30th Anniv. Seamaster Pro
 
Seamaster Pro Bracelet Question.
Yes, the half links can be removed. (more)
 
Seamaster Pro Question...
Thanks.............nt
Re: Seamaster Pro Question...
Re: Unfortunately......
 
'65 Seamaster
Re: '65 Seamaster
 
Speedy Moon bracelet....ewwww...
I was within 1sec of buying it when it was first..
Re: pulling hair
 
Jewels in the SeaMaster Chrono: 17 or 25?!?
25 is correct...my Breitling...(more)
'79...Calibers' doc inconsistent in other areas...
25 jewels is correct......nt
That's what they say.
Good question. I noticed that too. (nt)
 
Does anybody have a scan of an
Re: Does anybody have a scan of an
Thanks for scan - Excellent Site, Congrats nt.
 
# of reserve hours on a Seamaster?
Pro diver is 44 (more)
Re: Pro diver is 44 (more)
 
Any Constellation Gazers Out There?
Prefer vintage, but...(more)
Re: Any Constellation Gazers Out There?
Re: Any Constellation Gazers Out There?
Re: Any Constellation Gazers Out There?
 
Speedmaster Bracelet
Re: Speedmaster Bracelet
Wow, you got a Great deal, I was quoted $410
Is it a Speedmaster Professional? If so,.........
 
Want to buy a new Seamster Pro automatic
Re: Want to buy a new Seamster Pro automatic
 
Has the size, lugs,finish, etc of the Speedmaster.
Re: Has the size, lugs,finish, etc of the Speedmas
Thanks for the info nt
 
When does the Seamaster dial change?
I'm hoping it doesn't
Some possibilities...
Agreed-- Omega would be silly to change an icon NT
Maybe a few tweaks...
Re: Maybe a few tweaks...
Re: Maybe a few tweaks...
There's no sure word yet as far as I know. (nt)
 
Is Omega GMT popular?
Re: Is Omega GMT popular?
 
Seamaster Professional Size
Re: Seamaster Professional Size
Re: Seamaster Professional Size
Re: Seamaster Professional Size
 
date change on seamaster
Re: date change on seamaster
 
New Omega Red Gold Day/Date Speedmaster
 
Omega Speedmaster Tripledate Questions please help
Thanks guys, rather a common problem after all
Re: Omega Speedmaster Tripledate Questions please
My date on my Seamaster doesnt change til 12:40ish
You can get a directions pamphlet from Omega....
Looks like you've been looking at it...
 
Derek, what a great site. Many thanks, nt
 
omegas or amigos...
Re: omegas or amigos...
 
Re: New Speedmaster What movement?
 
eBay tips
IMHO, stay away, far away!...nt
Re: eBay tips
Re: eBay tips
 
Brand new 30th Speedy pro yahoooo!!
Good luck with your new watch! :) (nt)
Cheers to you!! Got a small question for yah.....
Congratulations and best wishes!............>
 
English Translation of Speedmaster Book
Just got English version. WOW what a book! NT
Kanada, got your email. It took about a week. MORE
Speedmaster book soon to be released by Omega
Omega.ch said so too. I can't remember which page.
 
Thanks everyone for making this forum a success!
We really appreciate it Derek!! nt
Thanks Derek I have been waiting a long time...nt
Re: Thanks everyone for making this forum a succes
THX to you again too. I hope to contribute...
Because of...
Omega, TimeZone, zOwie, and tech fixes (more)
 
omega gmt
You bought it in Feb '98 or '99???
 
Anyone have any idea of what the.............>
There are 14000+ Seamaster Bond out there. (more)
 
The Seamaster Pro Chronograph is a very........
Jewels and movement
Jeff Huber is right. The thick case...
Cool, thanks (nt)
 
Re: Which Speedmaster to Get... (more)
My first is a basic Speedy Pro.
 
New Speedy---large daily error...
my Schmacher is +10sec/day. NT
About mech. watches and precision
Re: About mech. watches and precision
Re: New Speedy---large daily error...
Re: I wouldn't touch a thing..............
Re: I wouldn't touch a thing..............
Re: I wouldn't touch a thing..............
Re: I wouldn't touch a thing..............
Re: I wouldn't touch a thing..............
Broken in? When you buy a new watch...
Mine is +10 to +15 sec/day too.
 
Is there a listing of Speedmaster serial numbers..
Re: Is there a listing of Speedmaster serial numbe
I had contact Omega at omega.ch for my manufacture
 
Seamaster GMT -- Timeless or Trendy?
Classic and a better buy...
Re: Seamaster GMT -- Timeless or Trendy?
Re: Seamaster GMT is Timeless.
 
Re: Which Speedmaster to Get... (more)
 
Display back speedy
On the back of the other hand...
Speedy movement's reliability
Re: Speedy movement's reliability
I wonder, however, if you replaced the sapphire...
Re: I wonder, however, if you replaced the sapphir
Re: I wonder, however, if you replaced the sapphir
Good point, for you pilots out there.....
 
Re: mental check
 
Long Live the Grey Market
JB Seamaster Serial number
You have to look hard for it.
Re: You have to look hard for it.
 
re: Gmt
Re: re: Gmt
 
Great Site! Thank you very much Derek
 
Re: Omega speedy 7751
Thanks Louis for your help (nt)
 
Re: mental check
 
I already have the Moonie and X-33...more
 
Caring for the Ti chrono. . .
Re: Caring for the Ti chrono. . .
Re: Caring for the Ti chrono. . .
 
New Speedmaster What movement?
Re: New Speedmaster What movement?
Thanks Matt! nt
Will anyone answer?
 
Congratulations on a great effort! (more)
 
Great site!!...more
 
Omega Seamaster
 
gmt
Re: gmt
Re: gmt
thanks fellows
 
Guess who ordered a Seamaster Pro "Bond"
Congrats! NT
Re: Guess who ordered a Seamaster Pro "Bond&q
Re: Guess who ordered a Seamaster Pro "Bond&a
 
Controversy: Grey Market vs. Authorized Dealer
The problem is the manufacturers themselves...
Re: The problem is the manufacturers themselves...
It comes down to business ethics...
Manufacturers can't find cheaters?
I think they subtly encourage them
A matter of incentives to do the work...
Not black and white as some would have you think.
Re: Not black and white as some would have you thi
Re: Not black and white as some would have you thi
 
Omega Seamaster Pro Chrono
Re: Omega Seamaster Pro Chrono
 
Re: new face and hands vs. old...
 
Scratch on Bezel
Re: Scratch on Bezel
 
Another opinion ...
I agree with matt because its my next purchase (nt
Re: Another opinion ...
 
Many are easily available... (more)
 
What's your all-time favourite Omega? (nt)
Today it's the Ti SeaMonster Chrono!
Mine too!
Speedy Pro and Vinatge SS Seamasters (nt)
SeaMaster Pro (2531.80)
Moonie, X-33, Seamaster Pro Chronograph, 3 dates.
 
This is just my personal opinion (more)
 
Re: Which Speedmaster to Get... (more)
Re: Which Speedmaster to Get... (more)
DLim.......
 
An apology to Derek and Steve V.
Everything's alright then. Thanks guys. :) (nt)
Hey Ruckdee C............
Re: An apology to Derek and Steve V.
 
Excellent Site! Congratulations!
 
Re: Speedmaster Pro 1861 vs. 1863, what...
 
Congratulations to Derek and Omega
 
Omega's future is looking bright indeed >>
 
Omega Afficianados
Related to classics
Re: Omega Afficianados
The equilibrium of price and quality is achieved.
I'll give it a shot.....
Really ...
 
Very Interested in Seamaster GMT
Me too. What about price?
Re: Me too. What about price?
Re: Very Interested in Seamaster GMT
An e-mail from omega.ch said lumibrite (more)
 
A thank you for Derek Z, I've been....(more)
 
Re: Omega stuff
 
Congratulations on your new Omega site.
 
Congrats on your newforum pg.... :-)nt
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