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  1. Lex4TDI4Life Jul 18, 2015

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    I found this forum after hearing a story on NPR about the first watch on the moon and decided to do some research into getting my own. That was back in 2012. Being a law student with little disposable income, my hopes of snagging a pre-moon Speedy were temporarily dashed. For better or worse, in the intervening years, the prices on pre-moon Speedies have almost doubled and continued to stayed out of my reach.

    This was probably for the best, as I almost pulled the trigger on dozens of sub-par examples. By lurking, posting, and collecting more affordable Omegas and Zeniths, I was able to learn a few important lessons: (1) condition is key; (2) originality makes the watch; and (3) buy the seller, not the watch.

    Finding myself in a better position in the past few months, I have been watching Ebay and this forum closely, missing out on a few very nice examples. Last Monday, I got a Google alert on the term "145.012 - 67" and was directed to this FS thread. Once I saw it had condition, originality, and a seller with a sterling reputation, I pounced. The three lessons and little patience paid off and I snagged my first pre-moon Speedy from member Kringkly. My pics will not do justice to this piece, so I refer to the original FS thread. Of course, I am obligated to offer one wrist shot taken on a beautiful New England morning....

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    Thanks to everyone on this forum who helped me learn a little patience and perseverance. I am beyond thrilled with my new baby. ::love::
     
  2. BartH Follows a pattern of overpaying Jul 18, 2015

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    Congrats. Nice piece!

    I to am tentatively starting to look for a 145.012.
     
  3. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Jul 18, 2015

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    Very nice pickup. Welcome to the gang.
     
  4. oddboy Zero to Grail+2998 In Six Months Jul 18, 2015

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    Pretty! Patience does pay off, and kringkily always manages to find good ones. Congrats!
     
  5. Geordie Jul 18, 2015

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    nice one
     
  6. richardew Jul 18, 2015

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    Congrats. You are now on the road to financial ruin, like the rest of us. :cool:
     
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  7. tsbphd Jul 18, 2015

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    Congratulations! The lume looks wonderfully uniform and the watch has a terrific, overall appearance. This appears to be a very nice piece. Enjoy it.
     
  8. Lex4TDI4Life Jul 18, 2015

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    Thanks, y'all. Since the caseback is in such nice condition, I want to stash it away and possibly put on a display back. Does anyone know of a reliable source?
     
  9. kyle L Grasshopper Staff Member Jul 18, 2015

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    Looks great! :thumbsup:
     
  10. Darlinboy Pratts! Will I B******S!!! Jul 19, 2015

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    If you want to stash it away, I am reliable. PM me for shipping info.

    As for the display back...

    http://www.customwatchconcepts.com
     
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  11. Lex4TDI4Life Jul 19, 2015

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    Thanks! Now for the strap. Debating a Hirsch Leonardo Genius, but the price is a bit staggering....
     
  12. daswunschkind Jul 19, 2015

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    Oh, what a nice watch! One day, one day me too....