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stevestil · 8 November 2021, 02:31 AM

Stopped by my local AD yesterday and left there with a dent in my pocket, LOL!

Not a thread to bitch about the current status with Rolex etc etc. And please forgive me if this doesn’t belong in the Rolex general discussion topic.

Just wanted to share that there are so many other nice watches out there if you are a watch lover and going to visit an AD doesn’t always have to be a negative experience. its not only about Rolex although i do love my Rolex's as well.

Just picked up one of my favorite watches of all time. Omega Speedmaster Professional “Sapphire sandwich”. I have the Hesalite version as well however not for me and will be selling it.

Pictures of this watch do not do it justice. It is absolutely stunning and the new bracelet really is something special in my opinion. Presence on the wrist is incredible as well.

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*M5 · 8 November 2021, 02:34 AM

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Ferrari308 · 8 November 2021, 02:37 AM

Excellent choice!!! I have been considering one of those myself.

PDG

seabreeze60 · 8 November 2021, 02:37 AM

Congratulations! Great choice.

Many posters are making the same point you just have. You’re the latest example.

sportsfan0704 · 8 November 2021, 02:48 AM

Great watch. Timeless and the new version is getting rave reviews. Did you get any wiggle room on the price?

Jpccarguy · 8 November 2021, 02:49 AM

Great pick up. Wear the watch you like- hype, label, etc be damned.

Jpccarguy · 8 November 2021, 02:50 AM

Great pick up. Wear the watch you like- hype, label, etc. be damned.

pulpfiction · 8 November 2021, 02:51 AM

The Omega 'Presidential' bracelet is very nice. Tried this on the other day and was very tempted to get one too.

2001jesper · 8 November 2021, 02:57 AM

Excellent choice and enjoy to the fullest

You will like it even more, if you place the chrono hand at 21 sec, so you can see the logo unobstructed

stevestil · 8 November 2021, 02:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sportsfan0704

Great watch. Timeless and the new version is getting rave reviews. Did you get any wiggle room on the price?

To be honest, no. My SA told me they have been selling a bunch and there isn’t any wiggle room on the price. Whether he was being truthful or not I’m not sure but At that point it wasn’t a dealbreaker for me.

Regardless, I really do love the watch and find myself looking at it a bunch of times on my wrist since getting it yesterday.

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stevestil · 8 November 2021, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by pulpfiction

The Omega 'Presidential' bracelet is very nice. Tried this on the other day and was very tempted to get one too.

It really is beautiful. My other speedmaster with Hesalite is currently on a leather strap because I didn’t like the omega bracelets however this one is on another level.

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stevestil · 8 November 2021, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2001jesper

Excellent choice and enjoy to the fullest

You will like it even more, if you place the chrono hand at 21 sec, so you can see the logo unobstructed

Great tip! Thanks!

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OrangeSport · 8 November 2021, 03:00 AM

Very nice

What didn't you like about the Hesalite version?

SaddleSC · 8 November 2021, 03:01 AM

This would be a great post in the Omega sub-forum...haha

stevestil · 8 November 2021, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SaddleSC

This would be a great post in the Omega sub-forum...haha

Lol

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stevestil · 8 November 2021, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by OrangeSport

Very nice

What didn't you like about the Hesalite version?

Scratches really easily. I know it’s fixed easily and I know some people think scratches on a watch add character and to just embrace them as they pile on. I am not one of those people lol

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OrangeSport · 8 November 2021, 03:07 AM

I think I've been lucky.. had mine for years and the crystal is still fine..

OrangeSport · 8 November 2021, 03:08 AM

Have heard the new bracelet is a step up though..

doboy007 · 8 November 2021, 03:30 AM

Yes, there are other brands out there and other brand sub-forums as well. :)

enjoythemusic · 8 November 2021, 03:42 AM

Congrats!!! Love the Omega!

For those of us truly passionate about timepieces, a Speedy is a great addition.

Speedmaster-Moonwatch-Wrist.jpg

stevestil · 8 November 2021, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by enjoythemusic

Congrats!!! Love the Omega!

For those of us truly passionate about timepieces, a Speedy is a great addition.

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amphr1 · 8 November 2021, 03:54 AM

very nice!

HankScorpio · 8 November 2021, 04:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SaddleSC

This would be a great post in the Omega sub-forum...haha

Agreed.The main forum is reserved for complaining about your AD, the gray market, the overall state of affairs, etc. The simple joys of an impulse purchase and general watch enjoyment have no place here.

And don't even get me started on Tudor. This isn't the poor mans rolex forum (TpmRF)!

Congrats OP!

enjoythemusic · 8 November 2021, 04:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HankScorpio

Agreed.The main forum is reserved for complaining about your AD, the gray market, the overall state of affairs, etc.

The simple joys of an impulse purchase and general watch enjoyment have no place here.

And don't even get me started on Tudor. This isn't the poor mans rolex forum (TpmRF)!

ROFLMAO

Nailed it!

inadeje · 8 November 2021, 04:55 AM

Steve, congrats on the watch.

This underlines why being a Rolex AD is a very valuable asset, even when there are no Rolex to sell. No doubt that watch would not have been sold at that AD had they not had the Rolex brand to get you through the door.

Roddypeepa · 8 November 2021, 05:07 AM

Personally I’d find it much easier to build a relationship with “my” AD if they were also an omega dealer. But sadly they don’t stock Tudor or omega. It’s Rolex, IWC, Patek (and I’m not a millionaire!) and that’s about it sadly. Lovely watch, OP

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mailman · 8 November 2021, 07:06 AM

Great watch

garyk · 8 November 2021, 07:17 AM

I’m looking at adding a couple of Omegas to my collection. They are beautiful, fantastic and most importantly, available!!! Congrats!!

Almost 30 years old and still great!!

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brandrea · 8 November 2021, 07:19 AM

Fantastic Steve, congratulations and enjoy it

Malum · 8 November 2021, 07:20 AM

Looked at this thread and I probably shouldn’t have . Might put another dent in MY pocketbook.

8 November 2021, 02:31 AM	#1
stevestil "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Real Name: Steve Location: NYC Posts: 807	Stopped by my local AD- shouldn’t have Stopped by my local AD yesterday and left there with a dent in my pocket, LOL! Not a thread to bitch about the current status with Rolex etc etc. And please forgive me if this doesn’t belong in the Rolex general discussion topic. Just wanted to share that there are so many other nice watches out there if you are a watch lover and going to visit an AD doesn’t always have to be a negative experience. its not only about Rolex although i do love my Rolex's as well. Just picked up one of my favorite watches of all time. Omega Speedmaster Professional “Sapphire sandwich”. I have the Hesalite version as well however not for me and will be selling it. Pictures of this watch do not do it justice. It is absolutely stunning and the new bracelet really is something special in my opinion. Presence on the wrist is incredible as well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 November 2021, 03:00 AM	#13
OrangeSport "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: Essex, UK Watch: 14060M Posts: 2,943	Very nice What didn't you like about the Hesalite version? __________________

8 November 2021, 03:01 AM	#14
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,125	This would be a great post in the Omega sub-forum...haha __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

8 November 2021, 03:07 AM	#17
OrangeSport "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: Essex, UK Watch: 14060M Posts: 2,943	I think I've been lucky.. had mine for years and the crystal is still fine.. __________________

8 November 2021, 03:08 AM	#18
OrangeSport "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: Essex, UK Watch: 14060M Posts: 2,943	Have heard the new bracelet is a step up though.. __________________

8 November 2021, 02:34 AM	#2
*M5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: USA Posts: 381	Sent from my Pixel 5 using Tapatalk

8 November 2021, 02:37 AM	#3
Ferrari308 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Deep South Watch: Daytona,GMT,Sub,DJ Posts: 684	Excellent choice!!! I have been considering one of those myself. PDG

8 November 2021, 02:37 AM	#4
seabreeze60 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: Tudor, Carl F. Buc Posts: 1,580	Congratulations! Great choice. Many posters are making the same point you just have. You’re the latest example.

8 November 2021, 02:48 AM	#5
sportsfan0704 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: New York Posts: 722	Great watch. Timeless and the new version is getting rave reviews. Did you get any wiggle room on the price?

8 November 2021, 02:49 AM	#6
Jpccarguy 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: In the Present Posts: 1,018	Great pick up. Wear the watch you like- hype, label, etc be damned.

8 November 2021, 02:50 AM	#7
Jpccarguy 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: In the Present Posts: 1,018	Great pick up. Wear the watch you like- hype, label, etc. be damned.

8 November 2021, 02:51 AM	#8
pulpfiction Banned Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: LA Posts: 10	The Omega 'Presidential' bracelet is very nice. Tried this on the other day and was very tempted to get one too.

8 November 2021, 02:57 AM	#9
2001jesper "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Jesper Location: Earth Watch: 116234 Posts: 1,661	Excellent choice and enjoy to the fullest You will like it even more, if you place the chrono hand at 21 sec, so you can see the logo unobstructed

8 November 2021, 03:30 AM	#19
doboy007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: SD, CA Watch: BLNR/LVc/SkyD/ND41 Posts: 2,519	Yes, there are other brands out there and other brand sub-forums as well. :)

8 November 2021, 03:42 AM	#20
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,726	Congrats!!! Love the Omega! For those of us truly passionate about timepieces, a Speedy is a great addition. Speedmaster-Moonwatch-Wrist.jpg __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

8 November 2021, 03:54 AM	#22
amphr1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: El Cerrito, CA Posts: 2,121	very nice!

8 November 2021, 04:55 AM	#25
inadeje 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,581	Steve, congrats on the watch. This underlines why being a Rolex AD is a very valuable asset, even when there are no Rolex to sell. No doubt that watch would not have been sold at that AD had they not had the Rolex brand to get you through the door. __________________ ♛ 116689 ♛ 116500LN Blk ♛ 116500LN Wht ♛ Sky Dweller 326934-003 ♛ 126710BLNR ♛ 126710BLRO - ♛ 126610LV ♛ 16520 ♛ 16523 ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1A-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Fiddy 127, Bronzo 671, 687, 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Daniel Roth Endurer Chronosprint, Cartier Santos XL - ✿ Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze M79012M, Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

8 November 2021, 05:07 AM	#26
Roddypeepa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: Mark Location: Southern England Watch: DJ41 SubC SMPCcoax Posts: 1,487	Stopped by my local AD- shouldn’t have Personally I’d find it much easier to build a relationship with “my” AD if they were also an omega dealer. But sadly they don’t stock Tudor or omega. It’s Rolex, IWC, Patek (and I’m not a millionaire!) and that’s about it sadly. Lovely watch, OP Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 November 2021, 07:06 AM	#27
mailman TRF Moderator & DATE-JUST41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,388	Great watch __________________ JJ

8 November 2021, 07:17 AM	#28
garyk 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Gary Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 11,099	I’m looking at adding a couple of Omegas to my collection. They are beautiful, fantastic and most importantly, available!!! Congrats!! Almost 30 years old and still great!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

8 November 2021, 07:19 AM	#29
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 74,362	Fantastic Steve, congratulations and enjoy it

8 November 2021, 07:20 AM	#30
Malum "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Kurt Location: Coachella Valley Watch: SD43 D-Blue Posts: 4,124	Looked at this thread and I probably shouldn’t have . Might put another dent in MY pocketbook.

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