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  1. Biezmez Aug 26, 2018

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    2FDB6037-1895-4A02-8251-7F08ADC1143F.png Hi everyone

    Like many others on the forum I have a real soft spot for early connies. Saw this one on eBay and I’m left kicking myself for not offering more for the watch. I have a bad feeling that it’s going to end up as one of those regret stories in 10 years time that I’ll go on about.

    I can only hope it has gone to one of the OF members and a good home.

    Regards
    Chris

    https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Omega-Cons...627f928:g:rqUAAOSwoDFbdZKZ#vi__app-cvip-panelPurchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network
     
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  2. Mods I'm not really an ΩF mod but I play one on TV Aug 26, 2018

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    Waffle dial and rose gold markers on a 2648 makes for one of my favourite Connies.
    However rest easy, you won’t regret missing out on the one your posted.
    Be patient and wait for a better one. The condition of the dial you posted doesn't cut the mustard in my opinion.
     
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  3. Biezmez Aug 27, 2018

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    Yeh, that was my concern about the dial and why I didn’t go all in, I’ll be patient.
     
  4. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Aug 27, 2018

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    Although I am not attracted to patina, I fell in love with this one and still made an acceptable deal :whistling:

    If a better one comes along, this one will be put up for sale on ΩF!
     
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  5. Biezmez Aug 27, 2018

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    Congrats. I thought it was a fairly reasonable price! Enjoy.
     
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  6. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Aug 27, 2018

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    It's got a nice sharp case which goes a long way towards overlooking the dial issues. Well bought IMHO.
     
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  7. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Sep 4, 2018

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    Arrived yesterday, extremely well packaged - but the seconds hand still wanted a life on its own. Axle is intact, so off to the watchmaker she goes. As experienced with other watches, it looks better than in the eBay photo!
    A shot of the temporarily disabled, with gator dress instead of suede. Strap from @No Mercy at OF.

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  8. Biezmez Sep 4, 2018

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    Looks very good. A good buy for an early Connie. Congrats.
     
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  9. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Sep 4, 2018

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    Thanks @Biezmez - I have a gold capped 505 with the same dial pattern, but with a twotone dial. This one possesses a pleasing understated elegance.
     
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  10. Brendon Sep 5, 2018

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    Should be an easy fix. I like it!
     
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  11. krillan50 Sep 7, 2018

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    Please post some more pics @felsby :thumbsup:!
     
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  12. MikeMan2727 Sep 7, 2018

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    Even your pic looks better than the seller pics. Bet it looks great in natural light!
     
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  13. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Sep 7, 2018

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    I will respond with natural light photos soon, although photographing a watch with a loose second hand gives me the willies! The watchmaker is booked up for the next two weeks at least :(
     
  14. noelekal Home For Wayward Watches Sep 7, 2018

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    Yea felsby!!!

    Warms the heart to see it again in your photograph. You were well rewarded for they good eye you had in assuming it would look better in person. It even looks better in your photograph.
     
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  15. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Sep 8, 2018

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    Natural light as requested, gentlemen.

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  16. JohnSteed Sep 8, 2018

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    :thumbsup: Nice pickup @felsby ..... like the mustard on this one, I do ;)

    Should be great after a service. Congrats

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  17. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Sep 8, 2018

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    Thanks to all - will post pictures after service. These loose hands shots are like posting photos of a nice girl with her hair all messed up! :confused:
     
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  18. nickgr Doesn't like baklava!!! Sep 8, 2018

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    Congratulations it’s very beautiful, wear it in good health and enjoy it. To the OP, have patience learn as much as you can about Constellations(and there’s always something to learn) and you will find a nice Constellation;)
     
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  19. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Dec 22, 2018

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    Back from service. Happy new year to everyone!

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