Dr No
[Moderator Omega - Wristscan]
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Fortunately, 2179 is one of the easier references . . .
. . . to hunt. Its American stablemate 2384 is much tougher. Produced earlier and in smaller quantity, with a pleasingly thick profile. I've never found one at an opportune moment.
Now that I have two Omega military references . . .
[ca '43 ref UK2292 left, ca '45 ref 2179 right]
. . . the incentive to add others isn't pressing. There are many I'd like to have, but content with what I have.
Best,
Art
I love . . .
. . . your whole collection, Thomas. Seriously! The vintage on my wrist earlier this week was one . . . . . . you also own. Currently wearing the ref 2366 . . . . . . on my way down to Santa Monica to visit a fellow Omega-phile. Best, Art ...
Fortunately, 2179 is one of the easier references . . .
. . . to hunt. Its American stablemate 2384 is much tougher. Produced earlier and in smaller quantity, with a pleasingly thick profile. I've never found one at an opportune moment. Now that I have two Omega military references . . . [ ca '43 ref UK2292 le...
Thanks :-)
I collect different than many others, only vintage Omega Have a variety from 1903-1970's Omega's, Gent watches, pocket watches, timers. Yes have a 2179 but the civilian version ...
Yours is from one of the later batches, if memory . . .
. . . serves correct, Thomas, without 'US Army' engraving on the back. In my opinion, it's still a military as it would've originally been delivered under contract to the War Department, probably well after cessation of hostilities. Best, Art
