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Hello Omega fans, I am back taking my second step into the brand! This time there is no lollipop… Not even a seahorse… Again a manual movement – Cal 284 I don’t have the technical guide for the Cal 284, but I do have the Cal 286. If I am not miss informed...  

. . . you've got an absolute gem on your hands, blomman. A Railmaster is the watch to have. More than slightly envious, Art

Omega, “Shark dials” ala DSA, Antimegnetic, … Like a Kinderegg – three in one! Thank you, Art! Best Blomman – very delighted

very nice to me and it seems to me that you do your homework all the time Oliver

When you are on a tight budget, but still want to move forward… To do your homework properly is essential! Thank you, Oliver! Best Blomman

Now the third step will be more complicated... CK 2913: Done. CK 2914: Done. CK 2915??? Congratulations, my friend. I envy you! Best, Nicolas.

Yes, that will be much more complicated! Still trying to read up on that one… But still not even sure that what I want right now. You know – me being the Mr. NO-chronograph guy and all… Thank you, Nicolas! Hope you will find yours soon, my friend! Best Bl... 

I only see two options: A very n~ice 2998, or better, the 2915. Now to find one... But first, IU have to focus on the CK 2914, and, once again, you were faster than me! Best, my dear friend. Nicolas.

My dear friend, Nicolas – no one is faster than you! Next in line for speed would be the KoC! But yes, once again we seek the same target… I hope you will find your CK 2914 soon! And when it comes to the CK 2915 – I am sure you will be s... 

Blomman, Wonderful catch. Now I challenge you to jump into the bottomless Speedmaster universe. Cheers, Nilo

Right now at least. It would be a natural next step! But the CK2915 are very hard to find and very…! But there are some nice options like the 2998. Or a Cal 321 form 1969 (my birth year and the moon year!). Thank you, Nilo! Best Blomman

Hi b Omega stopped producing 321 speedy end ofOct 1968 .. And your Railmaster is stunning today the lest. Good Hunting Bill Sohne

As you know – still a newbie trying to learn! So Omega stopped with the 321 in 1968. Do you know which one replaced it? Best Blomman

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Congrats! And what's next on your list?

Yes, I believe your right… Next..? I would love to add some early bumper automatics… Similar to yours! Best Blomman

Omega, a great way to make new friends. Best regards, George

Yes, that is a big perk when moving into a new brand! Thank you, George! Best Blomman

It is a perfect addition and is another step towards the "Holy Trinity" I am sure you will surprise us soon with the missing one... kind regards erich

Well, I do have two – and I am extremely happy! Thank you, Erich! Will see if the Holy Trinity is in my future… Maybe one day. Best Blomman

A great find and in lovely condition as well. Cheers Andrew

Yes, a very happy find! Best Blomman

... seems like you are on the same path as me, but you have already overtaken by 1 ! Really nice lady Patina, and great write-up. Looking forward to your next catch Best Hans

Thank you, Hans! Hope you will get to replace your Speedy soon! Best Blomman

Fantastic watch and excellent post , thanks for sharing. i also think you need an early Speedmaster , cheers

Thank you – yes, it looks like I will have to grab Speedy to make the true journey into the brand… Will see… Maybe at step 57..?! Best Blomman

This is certainly a milestone. Consider how difficult is to find the RM. Your example look too good it hurts ;-) Now you have a problem of the 2915. If you don't go with chronograph then you miss having to complete the holy trinity. Maybe that's the fun f... 

Thank you, T-Bomb! Yes, I have a lot of fun getting to know the brand! Eventually there is a big risk I will fall and try to accomplice the Holy Trinity… But, hey I just started! Let’s see what the future will bring… Best Blomman

these are 2 watches that a lot of vintage collectors would die for. i have a few sm300's as you know, but still missing a railmaster. i should have kept the 1965 white dialled railmaster automatic. not a true railmaster like the original, but carried the ... 

Or at least that is what our French friend would say…! Na, it is because I have been a lurker in this part of the forum for a long time! Took my time, formed an idea of what I like, learned from all you guys… Tried to do my homework… White dialed automati...  

hi Blomman, they released it in 1965 with, i believe, a cal 565 inside as it has a date. i dont really know much about the history and my pic isnt very good as i owned it before i owned a digi cam so they are the sellers pics from many years ago. best G...  

Thank you, G! Am I confused or did you refer to the date of the movement? Because I can’t see any date window on the dial… Looks very interesting – but from a design point of view I prefer the original. Best Blomman

ignore what i said Blomman, i must be going mad. it doesnt have a date and doesnt have a 565 inside. your quite right about it being less interesting than the original. if i find a good 1964 model i may have to find the funds to close the deal. best G

Are you trying to confuse a newbie?! I hope you find one from your B-year! Best Blomman

What a wonderful find. Like always, beautifully thought out and a great addition to your themes.

Yes, this one connects several lose ends for me! Actually, I was thinking about you when I got this ad! Wonder why…? Here is a X-mas card for you, my friend! Best wishes for the Holidays! Blomman...  

So buying vintage Breitling adverts. Is there something we should know?

As I am known as a man full of surprises… We just have to wait and see what Santa will bring this year! Best Blomman

Congratulation on you latest Omega aquisition, Blomman! As predicted, it didn't take you long before finding a companion to your very nice Seamaster. You have such a talent for finding the rare bird and for presenting your find with the help of contempora... 

It is clear that you will now be looking for one of the first Speedmasters. Much of the pleasure, as you know, is in the hunt. Enjoy it, take your time, see and discard all the watches that you need to to find your new graal... It is well worth it. The Sp... 

When it comes to the Speedmaster, things are immediately more complicated, in terms of rarity and budget ( 2915, but also 2998, for a very good and superb specimen ). I know that too well, I am in this kind of hunt, too... But it takes me yeaaars... And I...  

Yes, I think we are really on the same wave length, here. Best Ztirual

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Well, I might come off as in a hurry… But, believe me – these two has been on my list for a long time! That I found them so close after each other was more of a fluke… Indeed, I will not be in a rush if I go for the third one. I don’t know much about Omeg... 

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Hello all, hell Blomman, Old thread I know I have this ole Omega press to open the casebacks, but I'd be interested in having more information about it. From your last picture, it seems you may have some info available in this Omega tech guide. Would you ... 

Sorry for the typos !

I thought this old thread was forgotten! Thank you for bringing it up again. You mean the case opener? I will see what I can do... In the meantime, please post some photos of your tool! Best Blomman

... Reading and viewing these pictures!! Thanks so much for all the work you have done to share this super nice post with us! Cheers!! Abel

Yes, this was my very first Railmaster. No seahorse and no lollipop! Still with me, love the broad arrow hand! Best, my friend Blomman

... I miss a couple of opportunities as they were in very good shape and price was not according its condition. May be I´ll be lucky some day! An iconic Omega I feel! Enjoy yours in good health my friend! Cheers! Abel

.....appreciate once you hold it in your hands. I made this experience only a few month ago when I got my 2914-1 an October 1957 delivery make. Cheers, HSTE ...  

Thank you, my friend! Yours look fantastic! Best Blomman