I’m ok with it to be honest. Might keep it a while and re sell on eBay. Plenty were interested in it

 

Grossly so.

 

That was would be only worth for the pieces or finding someone else to dump it too (what wouldn't be correct). The seller didn't described the watch correctly, therefore it shouldn't be hard to give it back. Good luck, and I'm sure that with a bit of patience you will find one you like!

 

Did you pay with PayPal?

 

Would they be also interested if they would have known about the absence of originality?

 

Yes PayPal

 

This thread is interesting, to say the least.

 

That's good to hear. You can start a claim if the description is not ok and the seller is refusing a refund. PayPal will probably take care of business (although not sure).

I will never use the word forrest again...

 

By the way, the 34's and 35's are quite masculine too...

 

I'm not sure what part of your posts some members don't understand.

 

I think the english call it progressive insight...

 

I think most would call it arrogance.

 

i like it and I’m keeping it and 99.99999% of people would never ever know about it’s originality. Some things you either like or you don’t.

 

Ok. I rest my case. Did my best. Enjoy your watch.

 

I think this is the classic case of collector vs. average consumer. As you say Rickyp, the average person will never know more than the fact you have a shiny Omega on your wrist and will likely admire it. The average collector however, would notice every small detail that was incorrect and couldn’t live with it. Ultimately it’s your watch and not theirs (it would never be theirs as they’d never purchase it in the first place), so if you’re happy with it then love it, wear it and be proud of it. I think it’s great that there are watches that aren’t perfect as it means that the average joe like me can afford to own a piece of history, however altered it may be. If every watch were perfect, all the prices would be astronomical. That being said, you asked for advice and it was given. You don’t have to take the advice but you do have to accept that you were given what you requested. I hope you enjoy your watch.

 

Do you know what. That is one of the most balanced and well put point I have ever read. I could not have put it any better and I truly appreciate your input. Thanks

 

I'm curious what sort of feedback might have caused you to NOT purchase.

 

I'm sure that the pleasure you get wearing your watch will far outweigh the fact that it's not totally original.
Shame some members were determined to piss on your parade.

 

None. Well I guess if someone had pointed out the battery compartment

 

Right. I have what I need. I thank you all for your input. Could go round and round for days. As I’ve already said horses for courses. I’m putting this thread to bed . Night night