oh, yes, I do like that! congratulations

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Do you remember this line . . .

 
 By: Dr No : December 27th, 2020-18:04
. . . from Pulp Fiction ? "It's the little differences." Well, to my way of thinking as an Omega collector, it's little differences that can make a reference worth owning. For example, a 220 bezel on a Speedy. A Portuguese import mark on a case, an OXG en...  

Congratulations! You are uniquely suited to appreciate it.

 
 By: mkvc : December 27th, 2020-18:27
In addition to its rarity, definitely a good-looking watch.

Thanks, M! And fingers crossed, you'll be one of the first . . .

 
 By: Dr No : December 27th, 2020-18:29
. . . to see it in the metal when we're finally able to have a g-t-g next year. I'm thinking March . . .

The plan is to take it to my watchmaker tomorrow . . .

 
 By: Dr No : December 29th, 2020-18:54
. . . so it will probably be months before it's ready for a photo session, Nicolas - he's swamped with work as it is, and already has one of mine in his shop with another due in as well. By the way, I've decided to name this one 'Nicolas'. ...  

Great name. ;)

 
 By: amanico : February 14th, 2021-10:45

I was considering 'Don Jaeger' . . .

 
 By: Dr No : February 14th, 2021-12:34
. . . but Nicolas is better. ;-)

Agreed! :)))

 
 By: amanico : February 14th, 2021-14:46

It was destiny ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : December 28th, 2020-02:50
This watch was obviously destined for your collection. It’s a beautiful watch.

What can I say, Captain? When I see an Omega that tickles . . .

 
 By: Dr No : December 29th, 2020-18:46
. . . my vintage fancies and it's within financial reach, there's a good shot it'll end up in my collection.

The chase is all part of the game ! ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : December 30th, 2020-01:31
Enjoy !

I'm trying to get more background info . . .

 
 By: Dr No : December 29th, 2020-15:29
. . . from the seller. Apparently the owner is a retired USN officer who inherited it from his father, also a USN officer. Perhaps he was stationed in Germany right after the war . . . if that turns out to be the case, then it's possible the watch has alw... 

Never regret an impulse buy - your heart . . .

 
 By: Dr No : December 29th, 2020-14:41
. . . will never steer you wrong.

😉🙏👍

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : December 29th, 2020-15:08

This is a most beautiful and interesting addition to your...

 
 By: Subexplorer : December 29th, 2020-06:54
... collection dear Art! And to complete the pleasure of owning it is the story behind its capture: just when you thought you hadn’t won the bidding the good news from the seller announced you still had the chance to have it! Again confirms my belief that... 

Niklaus will make a perfect pair . . .

 
 By: Dr No : December 29th, 2020-14:37
. . . with Tiffany. Maybe I should call him 'Nicolas'? ...  

Ha ha ha! Nicolas or Niklaus and Tiffany sounds nice ...

 
 By: Subexplorer : December 31st, 2020-09:38
... for a lovely and gorgeous couple!! Cheers for them!! Enjoy them so much dear Art! Have a great 2021 my dear friend! Abel

This is a most beautiful and interesting addition to your...

 
 By: Subexplorer : December 31st, 2020-09:35
... collection dear Art! And to complete the pleasure of owning it is the story behind its capture: just when you thought you hadn’t won the bidding the good news from the seller announced you still had the chance to have it! Again confirms my belief that... 

When I gain access to my safe deposit box again . . .

 
 By: Dr No : January 3rd, 2021-13:28
. . . (long story, and yes, covid related!) I'll take a few pics of 'Nicolas' along with other fortunate finds in my collection, particularly the Argentine Bombshell. Warmest, Art ...  

Believe it or not, I've never seen another like it . . .

 
 By: Dr No : January 3rd, 2021-13:39
. . . anywhere. Ref 2494? Sure, dozens, if not scores. Chronometers? Yes, but mostly cal 354s. Without 'Seamaster' on the dial, a cal 35 2 movement, steel case with pink gold bezel? This is the only one. Reference number C O 2494, ca '49.

Brilliant find!

 
 By: amanico : January 3rd, 2021-13:41

It wouldn't have been possible . . .

 
 By: Dr No : January 3rd, 2021-13:44
. . . without Abel. Successful snipers have spotters. Truly, Abel was the sniper and I only the spotter. He did all the heavy lifting to get this gem out of Argentina and into my hands.

That's why we call him . . .

 
 By: Dr No : January 3rd, 2021-13:47
. . . "Dexter". ...  

He really is. ;)

 
 By: amanico : January 3rd, 2021-13:48

Lol!

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 4th, 2021-06:07

Ha ha ha ha!!

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 4th, 2021-06:07

:))))))))))))

 
 By: amanico : January 4th, 2021-10:29

😉☺️☺️☺️

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 4th, 2021-06:09

Nothing compared with Art’s mission ...

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 4th, 2021-06:06
... after a Germany located Flightmaster!! Cheers my friend!!

All the merit is yours dear Art!

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 4th, 2021-06:11
You spotted a true gem among so many offerings on ebay! I was just very lucky with a friend here and the seller returning!! I’m so happy with this catch!!

Oh, I'm ok - the bank where my safe deposit box is located . . .

 
 By: Dr No : January 3rd, 2021-13:36
. . . has just closed due to covid. I can't get there until Thursday - they've hired a guard and given me an appointment to switch the contents (all watches!) to the other branch in town. Sorry for the confusion!

Ahh! That’s great!! You are doing well...

 
 By: Subexplorer : January 4th, 2021-06:08
... I feel relieved! Take much care my dear Art!! Best! Abel

Bidding,ebay,heritage

 
 By: Weems@8 : February 14th, 2021-13:19
And do you have it back from the watch maker?

Had it back for a few weeks now, Weems . . .

 
 By: Dr No : February 14th, 2021-14:25
. . . and running well within my usual tolerance of +/- 8 seconds per day for a vintage movement.

Glad it runs accurate like we know as Omega

 
 By: Weems@8 : February 14th, 2021-16:31
Interesting watch either.