Jay (Eire)
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That First Watch
Inspired by LFPTK’s post a few days ago I had to go a dig out mine. The first real watch I bought myself. Coincidentally the same as his.
The more interesting/amusing story is that the AD I bought it from put me on their Daytona list shortly after. I followed up several times, even though I moved away not long after they were my local AD. I never did get the call. I dropped into them a few years ago, just after they had lost their AD status. Had a good chat with the owner and reminded him that I was on the list for decades, we had a good laugh.
On the wrist yesterday.
That First Watch
Inspired by LFPTK’s post a few days ago I had to go a dig out mine. The first real watch I bought myself. Coincidentally the same as his. The more interesting/amusing story is that the AD I bought it from put me on their Daytona list shortly after. I foll...
I agree. And this was a long time ago.
I think the SD was even more rarely seen then. I definitely didn’t recall seeing many, any, around in several years after buying this.
Yes. The no cyclops was the key.
At that time I didn’t like the Sub Date or GMT because of the cyclops. I thought this was much cleaner. But of course, as a relatively new watch buyer I did need a date ! 😂
What year did you get your SD..
Excellent first real watch btw. Mine was an Omega Aqua Terra back in 2003. 41mm. Silver dial. Great watch but wore like a plate on my wrist with that thin bezel. It was a Gollum-esque purchase and didn’t know anything back then. I was seduced by the brown...
Nice! I wore my SD4k just two days ago..
After having it in the safe for a very long time. Got to love the SD's. ...
Although on the thicker side, I feel it fits comfortably
Maybe it has something to do w the lug taper being slightly longer than subs of the same era. Either way, it’s a great piece and I see the pip showing some age 👌🏽
Yes, it does fit better than the Subs of that era.
When I bought it did appear smaller on my wrist, and this was a factor. You’re right, it’s not obvious in the pictures but the pip is showing it’s age for sure.
It’s somewhat banged up if you look closely.
I have a small chip on the crystal (for more than 20 years) and the insert has some scratches. But the case is fairly clean. Re the hands, they should be. The watch was never serviced !
Very cool, that was my first nice watch too! 10% off and tax free new from the AD, those were the days 😂😭
At the time I didn't like the cyclops either 😉
I do recall a slight discount also, but that was more due the businesses in that area always giving each other and each other’s staff discounts.
Kinda like a friends and family thing. It was a small town and everyone knew everyone.