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Skeleton has Date?
No, my mistake.
 
Speedmaster Power Reserve?
 
Sometimes life is about more then just watches...
 
So cool! Check this out!!! (link)
Eterna offers same software, different watch. (nt)
Neat. Here is some info on how they did it...
Thanks Derek!!! :)
Re: Thanks Derek!!! :)
Re: Thanks Derek!!! :)
 
Thanks Derek, Ron and Jack for your answers!(long)
 
Updated info on the Seamaster Skeleton...
 
Pie Pan Questions
Re: Pie Pan Questions
 
News On The X-33 Seamaster.....
 
My 3rd Omega!!
Re: My 3rd Omega!!
 
Shooting with SMP on wrist
Derek's the expert and I don't think..>>
Well here I go...
Re: Shooting with SMP on wrist
 
Differences b/w regular & display back Speedie?
 
caliber 1154 vs 1164
Re: caliber 1154 vs 1164
Re: caliber 1154 vs 1164
Don't worry about it for now...
Re: Don't worry about it for now...
yep, it's me again (more)
interesting....
 
Playing Golf w/ Seamaster on
Re: Playing Golf w/ Seamaster on
Thanks Derek. nt
If Ernie Els can wear a DeVille..>>
Thanks guys. nt
Re: Playing Golf w/ Seamaster on
 
Anyone use their warranty for maintenance?
I had my gaskets checked. (nt)
 
Scratch Removal On Brushed Steel Bezel
That's my favorite SMP, I'm jealous! Andreas is >>
Thanks Ron, but....
Re: Scratch Removal On Brushed Steel Bezel
Re: Scratch Removal On Brushed Steel Bezel
Thanks A Lot Andreas!!!
 
watch repair
Re: watch repair
 
Speedmaster Professional
Nice deal! Also, you have already learned
 
Re: Quality watch repair & restoration
 
Re: seamaster 30 (SCAN ATTACHED)
 
Question...
Re: Question...
Cool, thanks! nt
 
X-33 fitting......
Re: X-33 fitting......
Re: X-33 fitting......
Re: X-33 fitting......
Re: X-33 fitting
Re: X-33 fitting
Re: X-33 fitting
 
Re: Derek, is this maybe.....
Re: Derek, is this maybe.....
 
Some new info on 1154 vs. 1164
Re: Some new info on 1154 vs. 1164
Personalizing...
Thanks! FAQ updated with this new info. (NT
 
won't someone answer my post nt
Okay, okay....
Not Sure I Understand the Question.
look for my post down a little nt
 
zOwie New Models Gallery up! (more)
 
Omega SPECIALTIES info now up (more)
 
Request for Information: Speedmaster 125
 
seamaster 30
Re: seamaster 30
Re: seamaster 30 (SCAN ATTACHED)
 
Re: I don't know that I would go _that_ far...
 
Used Seamasters???
www.bernardwatch.com and www.watchseller.com (nt
Check the Time Zone Sales Corner
www.Finertimes.com, www.Artoftime.com
 
I finally got it! (2531.80)
Congrats.!
Congrats+Welcome!-- nt
Congratulations! nt
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
They are saying Mid-March. 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)
Re: "losing minutes every day! "
Re: "losing minutes every day! "
Don't forget to add that when autos get older..>>
Re: Precision versus accuracy (more)
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
Re: Full Time Stay at Home/Work at Home Dad
Re: Full Time Stay at Home/Work at Home Dad
Technically you are right but..>>
Wow, I'm in awe. I wish I could keep that schedule
I try to...
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..........
Re: Markus responds!
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....
Update
Better value than dinner! - nt
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
 
Thanks everyone!_____nt
 
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?
 
Re: SKW-Anyone have any experiences with this comp
 
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...
 
I'm trusting you on this one Gene....
Re: The key is..........
 
Yes, ive paid sales tax nt
 
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
 
Re: Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono.
Re: Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono.
 
Just managed to catch my eyes before falling out
 
I think Carolyn may have it...
 
The Rubber Strap
Here is Derek's picture of the shark skin..>>
This should answer your question...
Whoa! Above and beyond my expectations! Thanks!!
 
Only very sporatic access at 11:25 CST...
 
What do you want one of those for???
 
Re: Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono.
 
Re: don't worry about it...
 
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
 
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
 
Arrrgh!!!!!!
E-mail me.
 
Schumacher Speedmaster Chrono. Period
 
I was making a play on the old joke...
 
Ok, I just got on TZ at 8:00 am ET (more)
You Aren't Kicking Us Out Are You?..nt
Heavens, no! (nt
 
Re: Ti Seamaster Pro Chrono.
 
If Rolex is so Exclusive...
Keith.....
Re: Keith.....
You are right...Sorry.
 
You're welcome Derek!..
 
Re: Explorer2 or Schumacher Speedmaster Chrono?
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