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Question re: so called "break in period"
 
SMP Dilemma
 
Ghost in the Crystal
haunted omegas ? nice shot ,i've never seen it
 
Finally pulled the trigger... SMP ships tomorrow
Re: Finally pulled the trigger... SMP ships tomorr
 
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
I'm curious....
Re: I'm curious....
TOS: Warranty starts at shipping time
Not exactly...
 
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...
 
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*
 
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
 
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....
 
Opinion on the Omega Constellation Automatic?..nt
 
Wear of SMP Cal 1164 Movement (ETA 7750)
 
full size seamaster.."bond"
Re: full size seamaster.."bond"
 
Moonwatch book
Re: Moonwatch book
 
Seamaster Chronograph
Re: Seamaster Chronograph
 
moonwatch limited editions
 
Speedmaster 3810.50.06
 
worldofwatches
They Sell Omegas with The Serial Number Removed..
Re: worldofwatches
Re: worldofwatches
Re: worldofwatches
 
SMP Break-In Period ?
0 to 3 months is typical *NM*
Re: 0 to 3 months is typical
Your right! (more)
Re: Your right! (more)
Re: Your right! (more) *NM*
SMP Break-In Period
Re: SMP Break-In Period
My new 2531.80 SMP is -6-7 secs per day.
Definitely try some different
Nine Seconds/Day a bit high (More)
Had mine 2 wks now- +2/day >>
 
1st fine watch purchase
check your email *NM*
Re: 1st fine watch purchase
Re: 1st fine watch purchase
 
should I buy from the gray market
correction to my earlier advice...
Ryan, check your email *NM*
I did- through Ashford. Be sure to read
Re: I did- through Ashford. (more)Be sure to read
Re: I did- through Ashford. (more)Be sure to read
 
How can I find out weight of Bond Seamasters?
Re: How can I find out weight of Bond Seamasters?
Thanks Mark - much appreciated N/M
 
Wow! This place looks GREAT! Way to go Derek!_nt *NM*
 
no chance to get them all....
Re: no chance to get them all....
 
Ashford Speedy arrived!
Still Waiting for Mr FedEx <8-( *NM*
 
Thanks for your work on Chroncentric Derek.....
 
Omega link tool?
Re: Omega link tool?
Re: Omega link tool?
Re: Omega link tool?
Re: Omega link tool?
 
Moon Watch Replica - any opinions?
 
More Chronocentric Site Updates!
 
SMP model made?
No, Only in the SS, Titanium, YG (raised numbers)
 
LAUNCHED! Omega Prices Around The World SITE!
 
gold/stainless speedmaster
Re: gold/stainless speedmaster
 
1st new Wath review of the year>>BLK SMP
 
Question on helium escape valve
Helium Valve=Totally Useless (more)
Re: Helium Valve=Totally Useless (more)
I think the GMT function is much more usefull.....
Why buy bracelet & strap?
Re: Why buy bracelet & strap?
For a different look..........link *PIC*
FAQ has been updated recently...
Yea, I was just looking at that Derek.......more
Blue domed strap...
Cool *NM*
 
Project 2001 Update
 
Speedmaster Pro Accessories.
 
seamaster 120k
Re: seamaster 120k
 
Differences between 3570.50 and 3572.50?
Re: Differences between 3570.50 and 3572.50?
Re: Differences between 3570.50 and 3572.50?
 
Anybody with Extra Links for TT Connstellation?
 
Ashford.com authorized dealer?
Ashford is not an Authorized Dealer........
Re: Ashford.com authorized dealer?
One last note...
 
Happy Millenium to all zOwie friends! *NM*
Thank you Sir. Same to You and Yours *NM*
 
Speedy Moon Watch Display back
Already Ordered it Tybee. Thrilled........
 
Watch Straps
Re: Watch Straps
Here are a few to consider...
Seeking Heavy Croko w/ double Deployent Clasp .
 
Speedmaster Pro Price Drop
Our posts paid off..
BTW - Thanks for the heads up.
I jumped on it. Now all I have to do.............
 
Re: Wow! I never heard you get so philosophical
Click and Clack Rule! *NM*
 
SpMP VS SeMP CHRONO.
Re: SpMP VS SeMP CHRONO.
Re: SpMP VS SeMP CHRONO.
Re: SpMP VS SeMP CHRONO.
Re: SpMP VS SeMP CHRONO.
 
X-33 luminosity
 
SMP
Model # 2455.80.00 ....>>
 
"New" Omega Models
Re: "New" Omega Models *NM*
Re: "New" Omega Models
Re: "New" Omega Models
 
Re: only problem is.....
 
Ashford.com...Say it ain't so
Interesting timing...
Re: Ashford.com...Say it ain't so
 
Santa brought me a new SMP Blk/Blk
Re: Santa brought me a new SMP Blk/Blk
Thanks, it changes correctly now! *NM*
Advance it ahead 12 hours..nt
 
Soon to be 2531.80 Owner
Re: Soon to be 2531.80 Owner
Re: Soon to be 2531.80 Owner
Re: Soon to be 2531.80 Owner
Exactly what I did! Congrats! My thanks to the
Re: Exactly what I did! Congrats! My thanks to the
Steve. Just like Tybee said- in the white box
Eric (and Tybee): Thanks for the responses.
Re: Exactly what I did! Congrats! My thanks to the
 
Re: Ashford's post holiday markup on Omega 2531.80
 
Sorry, I did do a "search." The red dot? What
Searching...
Re: Sorry, I did do a "search." The red dot? What
Thanks for confirmation and advice! *NM*
 
Same movement as the Moonwatch, probably the most
Current Position
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