Dial layout: arrow below , not pointing at 12. Circle F between Freese and middle hole. Freese smaller Print. British and made printing better balanced between the 6. Numerals too small. The number 1 numeral in early British mil. Numerals are just one stroke. Not that little hiccup on top. The white printing more sharp and cream white. Not that faded as seen here. And: pumpkin lume is not good. Dark yellow makes all the difference from a design point of view. Sword hands are readily available from China, but why not invest a few bucks more to stick to the omega 1953 design? They make what you want. Just my 2 cents. Kind regards. Achim
This dial looks terrible. Kind regards. Achim
There is apparently a huge demand for this kind of thing- it all depends on how many Simon F wants to make. I was haunting Eddie P's offerings when he had a handful of wishful people wanting watches- now he can't keep up with demand and has to close his online store for months at a time to clear out the backlog....be careful what you wish for.
I absolutely agree: the market is able to sustain both those who would like a modern,vintage-inspired piece with modern benefits AND those who would like a vintage, British-made watch. I have found myself in both camps and respect both positions. You pays your money and you takes your choice. Gratuitous photos:
Smiths 6B,1968
1954 Smiths A454 and TimeFactors PRS-25
I like this piece quit a bit. Hmmm do I need another field watch though? 😗
You keep considering ...... meantime dibs me first while they have stock :0)
