Omega Vintage Watches: Mexico Market Focus

VintageAlex (aka AlexKontiki) · 2023-08-30T14:50:25Z

VintageAlex shares his emotional journey with a tempting Omega, from initial love to critical assessment of its originality. Explore collector insights.

VintageAlex (aka AlexKontiki) shares a deeply personal moment of horological temptation, presenting a vintage Omega that instantly captured his heart. His post beautifully articulates the emotional pull a significant timepiece can exert, even prompting a humorous internal debate about family finances versus collecting passion. This article explores the initial allure and subsequent critical examination of a potentially significant acquisition.

I felt in love, again. This morning at 6 am my WhatsApp was ringing and what I found in that messages was this:

A dear friend sent to me this images offering this marvelous watch, now I’m trying to calm down and thinking that my kids need to know that life is rough and be strong and wait a little bit for clothing, shoes and fight for scholarships.

Thanks, God for the wisdom you gave to me. Amen 🙏🏻

Have a great day full of wisdom.

Key Points from the Discussion

The original poster later discovered that the anchor on the watch was not original, which tempered his initial excitement and led to a decision against acquiring it for a restoration project.
Another forum member hinted at additional issues with the watch beyond the non-original anchor, suggesting further critical assessment was warranted.
A lighthearted comment suggests seeking 'professional help' for the collecting addiction, humorously proposing payment in chronographs.
A fellow collector humorously supports the idea of prioritizing the watch, suggesting children will understand the sacrifice.

The Discussion

VinnieD

Aug 30, 2023

Caveat emptor as usual

The dial seems off to me. Good luck with the transaction

Gregineugene

Aug 30, 2023

I think you have a problem.

You should seek professional help. Preferably from a professional who accepts chronographs as payment !

VintageAlex (aka AlexKontiki)

Aug 30, 2023

Actually

I’m looking for a watch enthusiast professional… anybody here? Help!!! 🤣🤣🤣

Subexplorer

Aug 30, 2023

Hola Alex! Buen dia ciertamente! Te comprendo plenamente tu emoción! I wish you´ll end with a good deal here and make it yours.

Your kids will understand... I hope! Lol! Yes, it is to thank the Lord for our wisdom! Best wishes and cordial regards Abrazos mi amigo Abel

VintageAlex (aka AlexKontiki)

Aug 30, 2023

Best wishes, Abel.

My kids will understand it, that’s for sure they have no option 🤣🤣🤣 Abrazo

Subexplorer

Aug 30, 2023

Ha ha ha!! Your kids will be happy to see you happy!

Un abrazo mi amigo! Abel

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