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Alcan · 10 December 2010, 09:45 PM

...because now all my other watches are getting a complex.

I can't remember the last time I bought a watch that got worn so often, instead of just fitting into the rotation. I even post other watches in the WRUW Today topics with every intention of wearing whatever that day, but so far it seems that somewhere between my resolve and the front door, the Speedy ends up on my wrist.

esm · 10 December 2010, 09:51 PM

congrats Al - im sure it'd go back to normal once the honeymoon period is over...

Dan Pierce · 10 December 2010, 10:16 PM

Love the classic Speedy, Al.

dP

Andad · 10 December 2010, 10:15 PM

They are a classsic Omega Al.

I keep asking my son if I can borrow his one.

bayerische · 10 December 2010, 11:06 PM

It's definitely a classic, and modern even after 50 years!

buz-lh · 10 December 2010, 11:26 PM

Totally understandable Al, it looks great.

jmsrolls · 11 December 2010, 12:46 AM

Sounds like a case of SPV*, Al.

Caution: there is no known cure. You'll have to live with it.

Fr. John†

*Speedy Pro Virus

Quote:

"Recent evidence on this forum warrants a reminder regarding SPV. For those of you unfamiliar with SPV (Speedy Pro Virus), the Center for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia has determined that the current contagion propagates from the central US (Chicago) and is spreading world-wide.

Symptoms include large lesions on the wrist; left, right or even both.

CDC studies show that there are three strains of SPV: pre-moon, moon and post-moon. Unwary visitors to Omega watch forums are susceptible to initially contracting only one of the strains. Prolonged exposure to "carriers" on these forums will likely result in a WIS with weakened immunity acquiring two or even all three strains.

The CDC has further determined that a person may suffer from various stages of the disease as determined by the number of lesions present. One lesion is categorized as stage one SPV and increases accordingly through stage three. Any WIS with more than three lesions is diagnosed with stage four SPV. At this point the disease is terminal and without hope of recovery.

Through stage three SPV, intensive care and counseling by mental health specialists and financial consultants has produced minimal results in containing the disease. The most effective treatment has been deprivation of internet access supplemented by a strong willed (nagging) wife.

The National Institute of Health and the Surgeon General may soon require warning labels to be posted on all Omega watch forums."

eteokles · 11 December 2010, 12:37 AM

Excellent choice Al!

Noonan · 11 December 2010, 01:08 AM

Same here. I picked one up with the intention of flipping it. Hasn't left my wrist since...

JBat · 11 December 2010, 01:53 AM

That's a great feeling, Al, buying a watch and being completely satisfied with it. Congrats again.

kcmo · 11 December 2010, 02:05 AM

It's a great looking watch! Enjoy!

JimSnyder · 11 December 2010, 02:24 AM

To the moon

I understand

Dr.Brian · 11 December 2010, 02:53 AM

I always felt that way, good enough for the astronauts, good enough for me. It's a real classic.

colpol · 11 December 2010, 04:44 AM

great looking watch

mike · 11 December 2010, 04:46 AM

Portrait of a legend.

ParisDakarBmw · 11 December 2010, 04:46 AM

Nice watch!

kelly56 · 11 December 2010, 10:56 AM

Hey Al,

My Seamaster is the most comfortable watch that I own. How's the Speedmaster.

Alcan · 11 December 2010, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kelly56

Hey Al,

My Seamaster is the most comfortable watch that I own. How's the Speedmaster.

Smoother than butter, Mike!

Thanks to all the rest of the crew for your warm comments, I appreciate them.

Perdu · 11 December 2010, 01:03 PM

Definitely a iconic classic.

vukotab · 11 December 2010, 10:25 PM

I absolutely understand you, Al, it`s really difficult NOT to wear that beauty!
What else I can say - but HUGE CONGRATS!

Prince · 10 January 2011, 04:40 AM

Yes Al, it's quite obvious why you are perplexed. That is one beautiful Speedmaster, my friend.

However, I do hear your other watches crying softly to themselves!

Alcan · 10 January 2011, 05:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Prince

However, I do hear your other watches crying softly to themselves!

Allan, I broke down today and put this old gal on. It really seems tiny now!

Prince · 10 January 2011, 05:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alcan

Allan, I broke down today and put this old gal on. It really seems tiny now!

Tiny but beautiful, Al.

That's what happens when I wear my Cartier Tank. It seems so small, but looks really great with a suit.

dalip · 11 December 2010, 10:52 PM

Fantastic that you've got a watch that you are loving this much Al!

Congrats!

B. Doggy · 12 December 2010, 02:14 AM

I'll be trying one on in a few days..

gaopa · 12 December 2010, 02:37 AM

Congratulations, Al! Yep, my Speedy Pro is a keeper and that is for sure!

Fr. John, thanks for the information on the SPV as I had wondered what on earth was wrong with me! :~) Cheers, Bill P.

Subexplorer · 12 December 2010, 10:21 AM

I can well understand you Al!!
I have just got my own, and the more I see it on my wrist, the more I love it.
What a great watch!! Enjoy yours in good health pal!
Very cordially, Abel

dmac59 · 13 December 2010, 02:23 AM

Definitely my next watch...starting to obsess...

sea-dweller · 2 January 2011, 11:47 AM

Very nice!

BB83 · 3 January 2011, 02:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alcan

...because now all my other watches are getting a complex.

I can't remember the last time I bought a watch that got worn so often, instead of just fitting into the rotation. I even post other watches in the WRUW Today topics with every intention of wearing whatever that day, but so far it seems that somewhere between my resolve and the front door, the Speedy ends up on my wrist.

I love this watch!! Just saw The American with George Clooney last night and just admired his watch the whole time --which I later found out was this one! What's the model number on this baby? May have to pick one up!

10 December 2010, 10:16 PM	#3
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,189	Love the classic Speedy, Al. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

10 December 2010, 10:15 PM	#4
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,504	They are a classsic Omega Al. I keep asking my son if I can borrow his one. __________________ E

10 December 2010, 11:06 PM	#5
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	It's definitely a classic, and modern even after 50 years! __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

10 December 2010, 11:26 PM	#6
buz-lh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Buz Location: Atlanta Watch: Rolex Tudor Pam Posts: 5,108	Totally understandable Al, it looks great. __________________ Buz The faster you move, the slower time passes, the longer you live. Peter Diamandis

11 December 2010, 02:24 AM	#12
JimSnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Jim Snyder Location: Ohio Watch: Ask me later..... Posts: 7,725	To the moon I understand __________________ "You ain't lived, 'til you've had your tires rotated by a red-headed women."

10 December 2010, 09:51 PM	#2
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	congrats Al - im sure it'd go back to normal once the honeymoon period is over...

11 December 2010, 12:37 AM	#8
eteokles "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Matt Location: California Posts: 162	Excellent choice Al!

11 December 2010, 01:08 AM	#9
Noonan Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 2,156	Same here. I picked one up with the intention of flipping it. Hasn't left my wrist since...

11 December 2010, 01:53 AM	#10
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	That's a great feeling, Al, buying a watch and being completely satisfied with it. Congrats again.

11 December 2010, 02:05 AM	#11
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	It's a great looking watch! Enjoy!

11 December 2010, 02:53 AM	#13
Dr.Brian 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,906	I always felt that way, good enough for the astronauts, good enough for me. It's a real classic. __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

11 December 2010, 04:44 AM	#14
colpol "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scotland Posts: 2,895	great looking watch

11 December 2010, 04:46 AM	#15
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Portrait of a legend.

11 December 2010, 04:46 AM	#16
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	Nice watch!

11 December 2010, 10:56 AM	#17
kelly56 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Kentucky Watch: 16610 1675 Speedy Posts: 1,057	Hey Al, My Seamaster is the most comfortable watch that I own. How's the Speedmaster. __________________

11 December 2010, 01:03 PM	#19
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	Definitely a iconic classic. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

11 December 2010, 10:25 PM	#20
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	I absolutely understand you, Al, it`s really difficult NOT to wear that beauty! What else I can say - but HUGE CONGRATS! __________________ My fashion blog and Instagram: https://stylebyvukota.com/ https://instagram.com/vukotabrajovic/

10 January 2011, 04:40 AM	#21
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Yes Al, it's quite obvious why you are perplexed. That is one beautiful Speedmaster, my friend. However, I do hear your other watches crying softly to themselves! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

11 December 2010, 10:52 PM	#24
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Fantastic that you've got a watch that you are loving this much Al! Congrats! __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

12 December 2010, 02:14 AM	#25
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	I'll be trying one on in a few days.. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

12 December 2010, 02:37 AM	#26
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: .. Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	Congratulations, Al! Yep, my Speedy Pro is a keeper and that is for sure! Fr. John, thanks for the information on the SPV as I had wondered what on earth was wrong with me! :~) Cheers, Bill P.

12 December 2010, 10:21 AM	#27
Subexplorer 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Abel Location: Down South Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 2,234	I can well understand you Al!! I have just got my own, and the more I see it on my wrist, the more I love it. What a great watch!! Enjoy yours in good health pal! Very cordially, Abel __________________ 50 Years of ROLEX Passion! Grail Rolex: 5508 c. 1959 "Bond" Sub.

13 December 2010, 02:23 AM	#28
dmac59 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Douglas Location: RWC CA Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 8	Definitely my next watch...starting to obsess...

2 January 2011, 11:47 AM	#29
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Very nice! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

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