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Old 6 August 2011, 03:50 AM   #1
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A Small Gift...

Hey all,

I turned 21 a couple of weeks ago, and my family very kindly gifted me a watch that any self-respecting WIS should have in their collection. I don't need to tell you guys anything about the watch, but as is custom, pics or it didn't happen



This is a cool one, shows how the light distorts through the crystal at angles. One of my favourite things about the watch!



An Omega within an Omega



A truly excellent clasp



And finally, the wrist shot




Thanks for looking

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Old 6 August 2011, 04:05 AM   #2
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Congrats! I've been loving mine for 6+ years now.
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Old 6 August 2011, 04:10 AM   #3
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Congrats Chris. Love the 3570

(did you give a good deal?!? )

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Old 6 August 2011, 04:18 AM   #4
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Very nice. Congrats!
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Old 6 August 2011, 04:23 AM   #5
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Happy Birthday, and Congrats Chris.

That is must have for sure.
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Old 6 August 2011, 04:41 AM   #6
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Congrats, That is a must have for sure!
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Old 6 August 2011, 05:54 AM   #7
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As you say, an absolute must for any collector.

A timeless classic..... Enjoy
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Old 6 August 2011, 06:53 AM   #8
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Congrats Chris on the best of the brand!
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Old 6 August 2011, 07:40 AM   #9
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Just like what everyone has been saying... if you don't have a Moon Watch in your collection, you are not a WIS. It's a definite must have for any collection. Congrats!
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Old 6 August 2011, 08:02 AM   #10
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Congrats Chris!
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Old 6 August 2011, 09:03 AM   #11
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My collection of 2 is also a DJ and speedy - great minds think alike.

Don't neglect your DJ though.
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Old 6 August 2011, 09:06 AM   #12
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Very nice Chris......a great BDay present!!!!
Now that you're 21, you can come to the US and legally have a drink!
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Old 6 August 2011, 09:18 AM   #13
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Thankyou all for your kind words!

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Congrats Chris. Love the 3570

(did you give a good deal?!? )

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My collection of 2 is also a DJ and speedy - great minds think alike.

Don't neglect your DJ though.
Thanks Wes! I have to say, the DJ has been left looking rather forlorn in the watch box the past couple of weeks, this Speedmaster seems to have been welded to my wrist


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Very nice Chris......a great BDay present!!!!
Now that you're 21, you can come to the US and legally have a drink!

Thanks Rob, I might have to show my face at the Las Vegas GTG, show the US members how GTG veterans drink!
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Old 6 August 2011, 09:36 AM   #14
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Isn't it kinda tight on you?
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Old 6 August 2011, 09:42 AM   #15
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Isn't it kinda tight on you?
Nope, it's spot on I like my watches reasonably tight on the wrist, don't like them moving around too much. I can fit a finger under the clasp, just enough give
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Old 6 August 2011, 09:45 AM   #16
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Thanks Rob, I might have to show my face at the Las Vegas GTG, show the US members how GTG veterans drink!

There's a good chance I'll be there to see that!
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Old 7 August 2011, 07:58 AM   #17
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Superb!

Congrat's on the Speedy Chris mate & once again congrat's on your 21st.....
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Old 7 August 2011, 08:05 AM   #18
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Nice gift Chris!! Definitely not a small one though
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Old 7 August 2011, 08:24 AM   #19
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Old 7 August 2011, 08:46 AM   #20
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Congrats, that is a sweet looking watch.
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Old 7 August 2011, 10:13 AM   #21
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Congrats! Very very cool classic watch
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Old 7 August 2011, 12:21 PM   #22
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Congrats. Great watch.
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Old 7 August 2011, 12:25 PM   #23
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Major congrats Chris on both the great looking Speedy and your 21st...
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Old 7 August 2011, 01:11 PM   #24
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Huge congrats on two big milestones, turning 21 and getting the speedy. As one speedy owner to another, I can tell you that you'll never tire of looking at the way the crystal plays with the light. Enjoy it
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Old 7 August 2011, 01:29 PM   #25
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Very nice, Chris!

A belated Happy Birthday to you, too!
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Old 7 August 2011, 01:57 PM   #26
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Very astute choice by your family... you must have given them a hint.

Enjoy the watch!
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Old 7 August 2011, 02:51 PM   #27
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Your family got such a good taste!
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Old 7 August 2011, 04:14 PM   #28
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Congratulations on the milestone and the Speedy Pro, Chris!

Every serious WIS should own a moon watch and a DJ.

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Old 7 August 2011, 07:53 PM   #29
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Congrats Chris. Good stuff! Speedy Pro will be the one I will get IF I were to get myself another Omega.
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Old 9 August 2011, 11:48 AM   #30
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Very sharp!
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