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Opened July 1999, zOwie is the Internet's first and longest running discussion forum dedicated to Omega brand watches.

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New Owner SMPC, Excellent Site, One Question

Purchased my first fine watch today at lunch, the Omega Sea Master Pro Chronometer. After reading almost every word on this excellent site and others, I was ready to check the watch out completely. I was a little cautious due to an experience one individual had with Bailey Banks and Biddle, but based upon the overwhelming positive and happy owners in this forum and others I made the plunge.

I checked the watch out thoroughly and it appears perfect (no dust specs inside, scratches, perfect alignment of bezel and ticks, etc).

I only have one question. When screwing down the crown, after setting the date and time, how snug should it feel? I don't want to over or under tighten. The manuals are really are no help at all in this regard and I wondered if there was a general rule of thumb that was easy to follow and yet ensure the watch is watertight.

Thanks to Derek for such a great site, and to everyone who contributes to this forum...I have to stop looking at my watch or people will think I'm later for something. :o)

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