A little while ago a member mentioned his frustrations with using a NATO strap with his Planet ocean. I suggested trying a MN strap as I had bought a couple inexpensive ones to try out and if they worked and I liked them I would spend the money and get a high quality bespoke strap for my 39.5 Planet Ocean. Well, did it. I purchased a damn fine strap called Corsa from Erika’s Originals and I absolutely love it. Here’s some pics…
Continue readingNew (to me) 38.5mm Quartz Aqua Terra AND I’m switching to quartz going forward
TL;DR – I think quartz watches are better than mechanical watches and that’s what I’m going wear (for the most part) going forward. And this generation of the quartz Aqua Terra is really, really nice.
I’ve been collecting watches pretty hard core for…
Continue readingPhotos of Omega Seamaster models from 1957 – 2022
Photos of Omega Seamaster models from 1957 – 2022
There may be ones I have left out, if so please include them in your replies.
1957 Seamaster (Ref CK2913)
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Continue readingThe Magnificent 7 – An overview of my growing Omega Collection
Omega is my favourite watch manufacturer and they have been making some of the best watches over the years. I have been collecting watches for about 15 years now and bought my first Omega in 2016. These are some of my most favourite watches and I am gl…
Continue readingNew Speedmaster – And My Other Omegas
The Moonwatch has always been my grail. I’ve been putting money aside for a bit and found a good price on one so I finally pulled the trigger. It came Friday and I love it. Here it is along with my other watches.
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Speedmaster Chronoscope > Speedmaster Professional?
Speedmaster Chronoscope > Speedmaster Professional?
Not trying to start a fight, just some friendly discussion 😊
I’ve recently taken delivery of a Speedmaster Chronoscope and I love the look, build and fit. The watch barely gets a mention in vario…
Continue reading*** Seamaster No Time to Die Owner’s Club ***
So I’ve looked and searched and looked again and couldn’t find a thread for NTTD owners. So I’m opening this one. If I missed it, please LMK, revive the old one and dismiss this one.
Continue readingWith that said, I just got this watch and am smitten. It’s a stunner in every sense of the word.
So let’s share our NTTD photos, straps, musings, etc!
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311.30.42.30.01.006 Or newer?
Someone has 311.30.42.30.01.006 locally that I’m thinking of picking up.
what exactly is the difference between this reference and current Saphhire speedy
Continue readingThe Summer Blue collection-end date?
Since the SB is not a limited edition collection, do we think that production will end soon?
Continue readingLocal boutique really only had guesses to what might actually happen. I only have guesses too, but I’m thinking does the celebration of the 75th anniversary really go on for a few years, or more?
Also curious if there’s any total numbers of how many made since the release. I’d imagine the Ploprof and DeepSea are lower production numbers vs the 300m.
***Friday, February 28th, 2025 – WRUW?***
‘Bout half an hour left of this workday. Catching up with a visitor to Melbourne.
Heading out to dinner this evening, so I’ll post a quick shot of today’s watch, the Baltic Hérmetique Tourer;
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