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  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    nafets47 wrote:
    c) Because Omega said I could not do it! :D (and I did wait for the latest version this year thinking they would release a new (black) Ti

    Funny reason (C) is why I wanted to do it too :D

    Best,
    Stefan
    To be fair the local AD was just following company policy. When I took it in the were really impressed and said how great it was. But of course they knew if they said no I would go elsewhere. I reckon if you could find a friendly Omega AD you might be able to get the parts making the switch much cheaper and easier than the way I did it - but needs must :D

    Cheers :007)
    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • BCFDRayBCFDRay Joppa, MarylandPosts: 373MI6 Agent
    So I'm currently saving for my first Omega, probably going to go second hand from truefacet.com, but my wrist has been naked for far to long and would like to get something to hold me over. Any thoughts on these "homage" watches? I find them amusing, but a decent substitute. Maybe perfect for one of Mantis's frugal Bond posts

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/122096333360
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,458MI6 Agent
    edited April 2017
    BCFDRay wrote:
    So I'm currently saving for my first Omega, probably going to go second hand from truefacet.com, but my wrist has been naked for far to long and would like to get something to hold me over. Any thoughts on these "homage" watches? I find them amusing, but a decent substitute. Maybe perfect for one of Mantis's frugal Bond posts

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/122096333360
    Depends which one? There is a company called alpha that do " homage" watches but they have mixed reviews take a look at these, may be of interest. http://www.iconicalternatives.com/2016/12/17/daniel-craig-james-bond-omega-watches/

    Or check out sea gull watches who do an aqua terra lookalike and a familiar looking divers watch or two
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    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • JancikJancik Posts: 87MI6 Agent
    You can also buy a watch with 0% finance. I remember how frustrating is to have a naked wrist for a watch aficionado, however settling with anything less than the watch you really like/want just adds to the frustration. At least that was my case.
  • Westward_DriftWestward_Drift Posts: 3,113MI6 Agent
    Unfortunately the Sea Gull is out of stock and selling for well over retail when it rarely pops up on the secondary market.
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,619MI6 Agent
    watches cars and hookers you pay only with money that you have.

    I'd never finance a watch if I hadn't the cash available.
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • Bond44Bond44 Vauxhall CrossPosts: 1,581MI6 Agent
    edited April 2017
    When it comes to finance there are always two camps those who would and those who would not.
    I am in the former as I have bought several watches on credit card then done balance transfer to another card giving me x months on 0%. It perfectly fine so long as you pay the monthly WITHOUT FAIL! (And in full before reaching full term on your x months)

    After all this was how I completed my recent project to bridge the gap between buying the Ti making the switch and selling the Steel. All I am adding is the difference but seriously I did not have a spare 8k kicking around few do. For me it was a calculated means to an end and so long as I make the monthly payments for as long as I need the credit before paying it off, i.e while bridging the gap it's fine. Also I am building my credit score making it easier to get future credit should I ever need it.

    Just my take but appreciate not everyone feels the same and I don't advocate it just offer as an option. Of course if you cannot trust yourself simple don't do it!

    Cheers :007)

    P.S and I learnt this from someone who bough high end watches for decades and told me his secret so just sharing.
    My name is Bond, Basildon Bond - I have letters after my name!
  • nafets47nafets47 FloridaPosts: 939MI6 Agent
    Higgins wrote:
    watches cars and hookers you pay only with money that you have.

    I'd never finance a watch if I hadn't the cash available.

    Agreed. I will buy with credit, but ONLY if I can pay it off within the week. Otherwise it can get out of control and who wants that?

    Best,
    Stefan
  • JancikJancik Posts: 87MI6 Agent
    I wouldn't buy watches on credit but I recognise it as a valid option for the ones who are responsible and know what are they going into, like Bond44.

    But buying a car cash? Worth a discussion, however ideal it would be.
  • Enjoying DeathEnjoying Death Toronto, ON CANADAPosts: 1,248MI6 Agent
    BCFDRay wrote:
    So I'm currently saving for my first Omega, probably going to go second hand from truefacet.com, but my wrist has been naked for far to long and would like to get something to hold me over. Any thoughts on these "homage" watches? I find them amusing, but a decent substitute. Maybe perfect for one of Mantis's frugal Bond posts

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/122096333360

    A half decent substitute and one that will not break the bank is the Pulsar PX3067 Solar.

    https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B011Y4JMMC?tag=801303-20

    I'm like you; I'm saving up and getting an Omega when I turn 50 (2019) and this watch has actually held up very well since I got it about 8 months ago. I wear it to work every day and it still looks almost brand new. It really holds up well and looks quite a bit like the Omega in Casino Royale.
    Pussy Galore: “My name is Pussy Galore.”
    Bond: “I must be dreaming.”
  • 007Downunder007Downunder Hobart, Australia Posts: 374MI6 Agent
    Just a general question . There are a couple of LEs which don't seem to figure here or at least not for a few years. Does anyone have the 50th anniversary and if so how is it rated.
    Also I've seen that a black bezel and dial seamaster 300 was released at same time as Q of S despite not being related to the fact film . It looks good and a change from the blue. Does anyone have one?
    Anthony
  • 007Downunder007Downunder Hobart, Australia Posts: 374MI6 Agent
    I was in our interstate office a couple of days ago to introduce a new partner to some consultant s etc. A couple of meetings fell through and whilst walking came across an Omega boutique( I don't have one in my city which is the capital nor my state).
    I went in just to look turns out the manager a mad Bond fan. A great opportunity to try on other Omegas ( to my surprise I like the AT). I now know how to get my watch serviced.
    I like the look of the ceramics.
    Turns out David, the manager, had seen Daniel Craig at the New York Times evening.
    A really pleasant way to spend 45 min made the trip worthwhile.
    Anthony
  • JTMJTM Posts: 3,027MI6 Agent
    Which Omega boutique was that?
  • 007Downunder007Downunder Hobart, Australia Posts: 374MI6 Agent
    JTM wrote:
    Which Omega boutique was that?
    Collins st Melbourne our office is up the road
    Anthony
  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,458MI6 Agent
    edited April 2017
    Sky is blue today and so is the planet ocean
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    Interesting ww2 omega watch for sale, air ministry issue.

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    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • UNCLE27UNCLE27 EnglandPosts: 1,144MI6 Agent
    Just a general question . There are a couple of LEs which don't seem to figure here or at least not for a few years. Does anyone have the 50th anniversary and if so how is it rated.
    Also I've seen that a black bezel and dial seamaster 300 was released at same time as Q of S despite not being related to the fact film . It looks good and a change from the blue. Does anyone have one?

    Generally, there's not been much here about any of the LEs with the exception of SPECTRE. There appears to be far my interest in the models used (or apparently used) on screen.
  • UNCLE27UNCLE27 EnglandPosts: 1,144MI6 Agent
    Time for a couple of gratuitous watch shots with my latest prop addition...
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  • welshboy78welshboy78 Posts: 10,320MI6 Agent
    Thinking of consolidating my collection further hence testing the waters with my Daytona today

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  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,619MI6 Agent
    first priority would be to sell that ugly green thing :#
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • ppw3o6rppw3o6r Great BritainPosts: 2,280MI6 Agent
    Higgins wrote:
    first priority would be to sell that ugly green thing :#

    Finally he agrees with us although we'll probably need a blow torch to remove them...Just Do It! :D
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,619MI6 Agent
    The trainers are not from Nike :D
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • Boothroyd89Boothroyd89 Posts: 64MI6 Agent
    New edition to the family, nickname "Robert"

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  • BCFDRayBCFDRay Joppa, MarylandPosts: 373MI6 Agent
    I appreciate all of your input! I've placed an order, will post once everything arrives, went a little more old school with my "homage"
  • texas007texas007 Houston, Texas 77041Posts: 2,356MI6 Agent
    Here it is the ultra rare Tony Stark Limited Edition - Department of Research Armament :D
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  • ChriscoopChriscoop Belize Posts: 10,458MI6 Agent
    texas007 wrote:
    Here it is the ultra rare Tony Stark Limited Edition - Department of Research Armament :D
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    You bought a flask :o :) -{
    It was either that.....or the priesthood
  • jbholstersjbholsters Posts: 179MI6 Agent
    Out of all the watches I have I always find myself wearing my Seiko SKX 007
    New edition to the family, nickname "Robert"

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  • texas007texas007 Houston, Texas 77041Posts: 2,356MI6 Agent
    Yes - the Flask is very nice - thanks to Mr. Higgins for pointing me to it -{
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    Chriscoop wrote:
    You bought a flask :o :) -{
  • HigginsHiggins GermanyPosts: 16,619MI6 Agent
    {[] and hope that you enjoy it!

    I didn't know that you had the Oakley Carbon fiber flask already, that's great, too!

    Now when are you getting yourself an Urwerk watch?
    President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.

    Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
  • texas007texas007 Houston, Texas 77041Posts: 2,356MI6 Agent
    I love this one the most - but it is really tooooo much for me
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    Higgins wrote:
    {[] and hope that you enjoy it!

    I didn't know that you had the Oakley Carbon fiber flask already, that's great, too!

    Now when are you getting yourself an Urwerk watch?
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