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Just in – Speedmaster Racing 40mm

Given that my last Omega purchase was a Seamaster GMT back in 2006, I thought it was high time I got another Omega. Ordered from Japan last week and just turned up today, my new Speedy Racing 326.30.40.50.06.001

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Best place to get a Seamaster 2221.80

All, after sending my Seamaster Professional 300 Black dial off to a new home (the modern coaxial version), I've decided to g…

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Mk2 Speedy bent hands, can it be straightened?

I purchased a Speedy MK2 that has bent hands, can it be straightened by a competent watchmaker without damaging the hands?

I'll try to add pics later.

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Downsized (Omega?) Divers Coming Soon!

Was listening to the Burlingame Park podcast today. It’s the pod for forum sponsor Topper Jeweler, a huge Omega seller. They had on Jason Heaton and Zach Pina to discuss divers, mainly Blancpain.

Near the end, Rob Caplan, the owner, dropped a pret…

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2201.50 vs 232.30.42.21.001 Plant Oceans

Hi all. New member here. I'm currently on the hunt for a used Planet Ocean. After window shopping for nearly 20 years, I finally feel comfortable looking to make a purchase soon.

I've narrowed my choice down to the 2201.50 from Quantum of S…

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Exasperated by Omega directly owned operation- a rant

Sorry for the long post. I'm ranting.

I took my father's Omega Constellation Ref. 1961070 in yellow gold that he bought in the 1980s and has since passed down to me to the local Omega boutique, 5 minutes from my home.

I requested a battery …

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Something you don’t see often; Omega Geneve Diver 135.0051

Jus…

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***Friday, August 8th, 2025 – WRUW?***

Today's watch was the Explorer;

Not sure if I'll be back later today, but I'll be back at some point this we…

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Doubt I will see another out in the wild.

So, a new to me toy just arrived. As I was looking to add something different and this fit the bill.

Reference 7813.50.31. DeVille X2 Big Date

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Wanting a speedy, durable enough for everyday wear in the field?

I am using the term “field” loosely. Let me explain…

I’m a fan of “using your tools” I’m sure you have all heard or seen this if you follow certain watch pages on the gram etc… and I live by this ethos when it comes to anything of quality I buy, not …

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