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First steps into vintage Omega - 2777-1

It has been many months now that I have hunted for my first vintage Omega. Well, strictly speaking I have owned a vintage Omega once before but that was some time ago and before I really became hooked by collecting watches. I have spent quite some time evaluating different possible watches...and I want to say a massive thank you to Art for his time and patience in consistently helping me avoid walking on the inevitable vintage landmine. In the end, I took the plunge.....not on something that is super-rare or indeed something that is in perfect condition. No, I took the plunge on this 2777-1 because I just could not resist its dial. Somewhat larger than many military issues of the era....with such an appealing dial to my eye. The mustard coloured lume, the "T", the arrow, the hands, the British MoD history.....and for 100 times the price I could get a Rolex Milsub.......uhhhhm.

This message has been edited by Baron on 2014-09-26 05:24:43

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Bravo, my friend. Can't wait to see more pictures.

By: amanico : September 26th, 2014-05:41

Another one which is in my wish list... For a while, now. Bravo! Best, Nicolas

I feel a small collage of watches will soon come together

By: Baron - Mr Red : September 26th, 2014-05:43

I have the same suspicion. ;) [nt]

By: amanico : September 26th, 2014-05:59

Great addition, Baron! :)

By: blomman Mr Blue : September 26th, 2014-06:53

Congrats, you really got the Omega virus! :) A brand I am also currently working on (not MIL). Hopefully I will be able to show you something before the year end.... Best, my friend Blomman

Beautiful ...

By: nilomis : September 26th, 2014-08:05

Welcome to the glorious Omega world. Now you need two Speedmaster. One, vintage, to placate your vintage love. Another, Co Axial, to mark your hours, with accuracy and, at the same time, as a homage to George Daniels. Cheers, Nilo

Interesting thinking....

By: Baron - Mr Red : September 26th, 2014-08:28

.....and not a million miles away from my plans.....but there are some boxes to tick first. The one you have really sings to me...but that will be the last box to tick...... ......but i have made battle-plans.

Paraphrasing General Moltke, the elder ...

By: nilomis : September 26th, 2014-10:24

No battle plan survives the first ticking of a new watch. Cheers, Nilo

Proper review of 2777-1 coming next week.....along with....

By: Baron - Mr Red : September 26th, 2014-10:43

Stage 2 and Stage 3 of Operation Omega

Stage 2 and Stage 3??? Hmmmm, that sounds promising!

By: amanico : September 26th, 2014-10:47

Ok for stage 2, I think I have a small idea... But stage 3? Best, Nicolas

ah....yes.....like i said....

By: Baron - Mr Red : September 26th, 2014-11:41

.....i have some confessions to make

It is about time! :) [nt]

By: amanico : September 26th, 2014-11:43

Great catch

By: ztirual : September 26th, 2014-11:45

It looks in v. good condition. As you know, these RAF53 have a chronometer grade movement. A relatively humble watch with great pedigree, truly great movement, size, dial configuration and case. The latter two, in your case, seem truly great. Congratulati...

Let's see if you're as thankful . . .

By: Dr No : September 26th, 2014-12:33

. . . after three Omegas inevitably become three dozen. :-) PS - welcome to the club!

I will be....(as thankful!)

By: Baron - Mr Red : September 27th, 2014-01:22

Hello Joe! Congrats on your first step on the Vintage Omega world...

By: Subexplorer : September 26th, 2014-12:49

... and with a beautiful example you have found. I feel now ... it will be unavoidable your search for a vintage Speedy too. Or a 1940´s Chronometre... or some of the classic Sea Master 300 divers... or.... I have already found in Omega another interestin...

Damn You Are Good !!!!!!

By: watercolors : September 27th, 2014-05:11

....Baron. No matter how hard I try I do not have clue what you are talking about :). Must be the watch collectors jargon, I am still in an infancy stage. Love the Omega; nicely preserved. Regards Edward

I don't mean to confuse...let me know what i have said that is not clear...please

By: Baron - Mr Red : October 1st, 2014-00:45

I meant it more as a compliment...

By: watercolors : October 1st, 2014-02:43

on your familiarity of watch colectors jargon, which I am just learning. It was more about me not folowing on the line of thought, and misanderstanding the comparision of Omega to Rolex, as well as I could not comprehend the stages . Now I see what you me...

Dug this up....shows issue number of 2777-1 as 5900 from Omega

By: Baron - Mr Red : October 1st, 2014-00:53

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