Clueless_Collector
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I knew you’ll like it Abel and appreciate your kind words...
Aug 09, 2019,15:01 PM
Looks like there are a few NOS samples still available but it’s “sky” high asking.
I’m lowering my expectations a bit for these since it’s 11-years already so have to find a balance between what to get.
I wish and hope you find yours too, and you’ve known to always be successful, so congrats in advance.
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Never thought I would have done this...but oh well...
By: Clueless_Collector : August 9th, 2019-12:30
I’m not into paying premiums but this is those case when you have no choice. When the watch was released back in 2008, I wasn’t into watch collecting that much. For new and available watches, I won’t be doing such crazy move but for those that are gone fr...
Wooow
By: @lberti : August 9th, 2019-14:27
Really like the watch
the same story here
By: Weems@8 : August 9th, 2019-13:02
I was back in 2008 no watch collector. But always sideways interested in watches like the same with audio equipment and toy cars. Back arround 2008, i look for the first time high luxury watches like Rolex and Panerai. I discouver Longines, and my taste g...
Very cool Omega!
By: BMR : August 9th, 2019-13:05
Congratulations on the new addition, my friend!
That’s seriously awesome
By: ripper444 : August 9th, 2019-13:09
I love it. White dial Speedy’s are my favorite and rare to see!
Thank you for the kind words...
By: Clueless_Collector : August 9th, 2019-13:28
I think this is still reasonably within inflation and the history of the watch.
Sorry to say
By: @lberti : August 9th, 2019-14:20
But your dog is not impressed😊. I am though.
That´s a great purchase Raymond! Congrats! Fantastic timepiece...
By: Subexplorer : August 9th, 2019-14:23
... I share your thoughts with this model. I passed the opportunity in 2008 to buy it when visiting the paris Omega Boutique. Now I´m hunting for one example of this model. Eleven years later that my taste and collection has evolved I just feel I badly ne...
I knew you’ll like it Abel and appreciate your kind words...
By: Clueless_Collector : August 9th, 2019-15:01
Looks like there are a few NOS samples still available but it’s “sky” high asking. I’m lowering my expectations a bit for these since it’s 11-years already so have to find a balance between what to get. I wish and hope you find yours too, and you’ve known...
Awesome!!!
By: Bounce781 : August 9th, 2019-14:36
On my wish list for one day 🔥
Superb !...
By: Cpt Scarlet : August 9th, 2019-15:40
you did a good thing 👍
I can confirm your observation about these Apollo Speedies . . .
By: Dr No : August 9th, 2019-16:27
. . . sitting on dealer's shelves. I took this photo in 2010. Can't say for sure if it was the same one, but the Omega boutique in Beverly Hills had one on display for a very long time. Now, they're practically unobtainable. As they say in France, "Better...
If only we can go back in time, Art....if only...
By: Clueless_Collector : August 9th, 2019-16:35
But no...hence my actions. This one was from Switzerland, and previous owner was able to purchase it in Jul 2012 with a discount...he's happy to let it go with a nice "appreciation"
Dear Raymond, many congratulations my friend
By: Seeks : August 9th, 2019-16:41
And look at that Alaska minty condition ! A good hunting indeed. His brother says hello. Have a great weekend, and with this new toy, I am sure it will be Best regards to all home too ...
Hey buddy and fellow Alaskan Project owner...
By: Clueless_Collector : August 9th, 2019-16:51
I’m pleasantly surprised of the conditions too. May I ask if you also find some small difficulty winding this watch? The crown is a little hidden under/inside the case, like Snoopy. Thanks for the well wishes and I need to put on those cool Velcro’s too. ...
Hi hi Raymond
By: Seeks : August 9th, 2019-17:54
I don’t recall too much difficulty in the winding; although I would say some of my older speedmasters do wind tighter (than modern ones with cal 1861) and probably do need some servicing. Best regards
Congratulations!
By: reintitan : August 9th, 2019-17:40
I was offered one by the Omega Boutique at Greenbelt 4 mall in Makati, Philippines back in 2012, but I declined. What was I thinking?
Ahh...those good old days are over....
By: Clueless_Collector : August 9th, 2019-18:23
Back in 2014, I was able to choose blue or white Nautilus 5711, but I chose the 5726, lol....what was I thinking too!
Congratulations on the successful hunt !
By: ZSHSZ : August 9th, 2019-20:02
You really have a special edition within the oceans off special editions. It was on my list as well , but the list is always way to long and as you said : The train is living the station ... Wear it in good health!
Thanks very much ZSHSZ...
By: Clueless_Collector : August 9th, 2019-20:56
From the response so far, looks like this Alaska Project is going to be very popular, maybe more so than the Silver Snoopy? Things come and go but I don’t want to regret later so...HAGWE.
It’s coming...
By: Clueless_Collector : August 12th, 2019-17:55
but then maybe reverse will happen as more people plunge into this “hobby” or investment (sigh). Watches seem to be perceived as easy liquid and portable assets now. Thanks Alex.
Congratulation for finding near mint Alaska project
By: hoseachandra : August 9th, 2019-23:05
I still regret back in 2010, there was one sitting in years in AD here, and they offered big discount but I declined and purchased a seamaster. Wish I could go back in time....
I dont care much for the resale value. I like this watch, but
By: hoseachandra : August 12th, 2019-17:24
Back then I thought I still could buy it pre-owned at reasonable price, meanwhile I have other priorities, such as a diver, a dress watch, etc. Should I bought it and the market value drop, does not bother me at all. I have several watches that drops in v...
It’s admirable to be able to see past depreciation...
By: Clueless_Collector : August 12th, 2019-17:40
and just enjoy this hobby. I also have many watches like GP, BP, Omegas that took a nice hair cut but I purchased them for the same reason back then...enjoying. Cheers 🍻