Dr No
[Moderator Omega - Wristscan]
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The original bracelets were 1159 with 155 end links, and 1162 . . .
. . . with 172 end links. The one I just sourced was originally fitted to f300 Seamasters, but fits a Flightmaster perfectly. It had some wear and tear, and the price was reasonable, so I thought, "Finding 155 end links for my 1159 has proved to be impossible. I've missed a few complete 1159 bracelets over the years. Why not go for this substitute?"
Of course, if I ever find the right end links, I'll snap 'em up in a second and have the 1159 fitted in a flash!
Finally found an Omega bracelet . . .
. . . for my Flightmaster. Not a properly issued 1159/155 or 1162/172, but an 1178/172, originally fitted to f300 tuning fork Seamasters. At least it's from the same era, and fits seamlessly. Satisfied, Art ...
Cool and fancy Flightmaster
Good to see that you found a bracelet that matches it so nicely. And a very nice picture that does not leave any doubt who took it Warmest regards, Martin
I'll take a few wrist shots tomorrow night . . .
. . . at a familiar pool hall, Martin.
As promised, a shot from the pool hall . . .
. . . snapped last night. Lindsey, Jared, and Jim say 'hello'. Warmest, Art ...
Very cool to see their faces again!
Please give our warmest regards ti them too! Thanks for the beautiful reminder of a wonderful afternoon! Best, Martin
Flightmasters are still the most affordable iconic Omegas around . . .
. . . so the time to get one is now, before they're out of reach. ;-)
Well, it's not exactly a correct match, but . . .
. . . works well enough, and there's always hope of eventually locating 155 end-pieces for my 1159 bracelet. Mid-afternoon Sunday here . . . getting ready to go out for the evening after staying home the last few days. How 'bout yourself, Captain?
Thanks much, Nicolas. Here's hoping you're looking for a 910 . . .
. . . to add to your collection. So fond of mine that I'm considering a ref 166.071 Memomatic; same case, different perspective. Art
The original bracelets were 1159 with 155 end links, and 1162 . . .
. . . with 172 end links. The one I just sourced was originally fitted to f300 Seamasters, but fits a Flightmaster perfectly. It had some wear and tear, and the price was reasonable, so I thought, "Finding 155 end links for my 1159 has proved to be imposs...
Thanks much, Abel. If you ever find a complete 1159 bracelet with 155 end links . . .
. . . please get it for me. I have an 1159, but with 15 4 end links to fit a Mk II. All I need are 155 end links, but can buy another bracelet so long as it hasn't been polished. Gratefully, Art
