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路路@SpeedyBirthYearReally, I can barely contain my excitement. Honesty, I'm buzzing. Buzzing with excitement after meeting about fifty other Speedmaster fans, seeing quite some of their watches and spending a lot of leisure time with newly made friends.
Earlier today, we enjoyed the third annual Speedmaster Get Together in the Netherlands. Started as a spin off of the Omega x Fratello organised Speedy Tuesday events, this private event brought together some of the wildest Omega Speedmaster collections from no less than 13 different countries worldwide. A huge shout out to @watchstick_81 is definitely in order as he is the driving force behind this amazingly well-organised event.
Quite some of the people present are members here too, I've had a great time with @cristos71, @iamvr, @hansaboy, @Robert-Jan and @Alex Cheers. Perhaps I chatted to quite a few others without realising it too. It requires some mental gymnastics to match up Instagram handles, OF handles and actual names. All whilst getting completely overwhelmed by the sheer amount of amazing pieces. In total I would guess there were no less than 500 watches presented. Ranging from very big collections, to people having brought one or two. Omega and Watchfid (MWO) brought some interesting stuff to the table too. Everything, ranging from very early vintage to the latest production was to be found here.
Unfortunately, I have to admit I have not been the best at taking pictures, but I am sure others will chime in and add theirs. Also, Fratello might write an event report on it (Calling @Robert-Jan )...
For now, here's my sorry attempt at a photo report to get you started! Hope you'll enjoy them!
We were greeted by dedicated Speedmaster themed artwork (great job, @watchstick_81) at the door of the private and beautiful venue...
Here's a selection of the watches that absolutely struck me. Starting with an ACP signed Speedy:
Some Racings!
That Orange hand is fun too!
One of about twenty '80s Speedmasters in WG:
Did I mention one of the best 2915-3's I've ever seen?
Those Alpha hands...
Oh, and a Soleil dial too! (This is what Omega took inspiration from when designing the current FOIS)
Some admittedly silly pictures of a few of the tables, showing we weren't overly religious when it comes to Omega. Other brands are welcome too...
It's always a good excuse to get some of my own watches out of the safe, which is unfortunately where most of them usually reside.
The surroundings were pretty amazing too!
Looking back upon a memorable afternoon, for sure!
When I arrived back home, the goodie bag turned out to be nicely filled! Partially supported by Omega. It's very nice they actively support an event like this!
Wonder what's in the box?
... of course immediately put to use while writing this little write up.
To me, these events confirm why this is hobby is so much fun. It's about the watches, for sure, but even more so it's about the people I've met through these. I can barely wait for a next occasion!
Earlier today, we enjoyed the third annual Speedmaster Get Together in the Netherlands. Started as a spin off of the Omega x Fratello organised Speedy Tuesday events, this private event brought together some of the wildest Omega Speedmaster collections from no less than 13 different countries worldwide. A huge shout out to @watchstick_81 is definitely in order as he is the driving force behind this amazingly well-organised event.
Quite some of the people present are members here too, I've had a great time with @cristos71, @iamvr, @hansaboy, @Robert-Jan and @Alex Cheers. Perhaps I chatted to quite a few others without realising it too. It requires some mental gymnastics to match up Instagram handles, OF handles and actual names. All whilst getting completely overwhelmed by the sheer amount of amazing pieces. In total I would guess there were no less than 500 watches presented. Ranging from very big collections, to people having brought one or two. Omega and Watchfid (MWO) brought some interesting stuff to the table too. Everything, ranging from very early vintage to the latest production was to be found here.
Unfortunately, I have to admit I have not been the best at taking pictures, but I am sure others will chime in and add theirs. Also, Fratello might write an event report on it (Calling @Robert-Jan )...
For now, here's my sorry attempt at a photo report to get you started! Hope you'll enjoy them!
We were greeted by dedicated Speedmaster themed artwork (great job, @watchstick_81) at the door of the private and beautiful venue...
Here's a selection of the watches that absolutely struck me. Starting with an ACP signed Speedy:
That Orange hand is fun too!
One of about twenty '80s Speedmasters in WG:
Did I mention one of the best 2915-3's I've ever seen?
Those Alpha hands...
Oh, and a Soleil dial too! (This is what Omega took inspiration from when designing the current FOIS)
Some admittedly silly pictures of a few of the tables, showing we weren't overly religious when it comes to Omega. Other brands are welcome too...
It's always a good excuse to get some of my own watches out of the safe, which is unfortunately where most of them usually reside.
The surroundings were pretty amazing too!
Looking back upon a memorable afternoon, for sure!
When I arrived back home, the goodie bag turned out to be nicely filled! Partially supported by Omega. It's very nice they actively support an event like this!
Wonder what's in the box?
... of course immediately put to use while writing this little write up.
To me, these events confirm why this is hobby is so much fun. It's about the watches, for sure, but even more so it's about the people I've met through these. I can barely wait for a next occasion!
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