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Alright, I finally ordered an Extract from the Archives for my grail speedmaster

  1. OmegaRolex Dec 16, 2017

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    I stopped by the 5th avenue boutique in NYC and officially ordered my archive papers from the Omega museum. Now, I have to wait 3-6 weeks. I'm excited! I'm thinking this will enhance the value of my watch.

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  2. Vanallard Dec 16, 2017

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    It seems like a lot of money at first but I doubt many people who order extracts for watches they intend to keep have regretted the decision. It’s a fantastic complement to a vintage watch/set IMO.
     
  3. Rman Dec 16, 2017

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  4. OmegaRolex Dec 16, 2017

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    Thanks! Have you ordered papers for your pieces?
     
  5. oddboy Zero to Grail+2998 In Six Months Dec 16, 2017

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    I've got some extracts. They're a nice add on. I don't think they add much to the value.
     
  6. Davidt Dec 16, 2017

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    Yeah I agree. You might claw the 80 odd quid back that the extract costs, but it's not adding any real value - just a nice addition.
     
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  7. Thrasher36 Dec 16, 2017

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    Expect it to take 8 to 12 weeks at least
     
  8. efauser I ♥ karma!!! Dec 16, 2017

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    You have a grail? How did I not know this?
     
  9. padders Oooo subtitles! Dec 17, 2017

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    Well on an older piece they may well do as they can point to an unrealised military connection or something else interesting regarding first delivery. They also add some confidence in the legitimacy of the piece bit I don’t personally think they will add a lot to a mid 1980s watch unless of course they point to some special status, ‘prototype dial’ etc. ;)

    I have an extract ordered for an Ed White. I am hoping it turns out to have been delivered to Elvis Presley or Ho Chi Minh. Or ideally Ed White.
     
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  10. TsoloT Dec 17, 2017

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    You have a very nice original 376.0822 and for this model the archives are usually fully documented
     
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  11. STANDY schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector Feb 20, 2018

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  12. kov Trüffelschwein. Feb 20, 2018

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    :whipped:


    Raynald skiing, Raynald at Olympic Games, Raynald at Baselworld...

    Expect the Extract signed by the CEO not before April :D
     
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  13. davidswiss Feb 21, 2018

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    I recently ordered and got an extract It took, I think, about a month. While it may not increase the value I'm sure it will make it more attractive to any prospective buyer.
     
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