Stories Community
Forums Latest Members
Forums > General Discussions > Open Discussion >

Hi any one here can help to buy a box and catalog my new space walk gemini4 please

  1. imansoor

    imansoor Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    7
    Likes
    4
    Hi recently bought limited adition space walk gemini4 which i craved for may years. unfortunately the seller didnt have tthe be original box and catalog. can any ine have any idea to get the box and catalog
    thanks
    imansoor

    429251-58e3d01c906e54505ed89230e99b095a.jpg
     
  2. MaiLollo

    MaiLollo Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    1,560
    Likes
    4,331
    Stupid question maybe, but is there a way to know if a Speedmaster (like the OP's for instance) is original or has been "converted"?
    Apart from an incomplete job, of course.
    Maybe the serial number?
     
    imansoor likes this.
  3. Archer Ω 2

    Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    26,464
    Likes
    65,607
    Before purchasing any LE from a second hand source, I would ask the seller for the serial number, and call Omega with it and ask them to verify what model number that serial number corresponds to. If the model for the Gemini IV comes up as a 35705000, you know it's been modded.
     
    imansoor, Ree, TLIGuy and 1 other person like this.
  4. cicindela Ω 2

    cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    15,047
    Likes
    23,791
    Your watch is not a Gemini 4 limited edition model. It is a standard Speedmaster that has been changed to look like a Gemini 4 model.
    You can not order or purchase a box or catalog matching this model watch.
    You would have to search for a used box, which would be very rare for sale and hard to find.
    Enjoy your watch for what it is , an attractive Speedmaster.
     
    imansoor likes this.
  5. Taddyangle

    Taddyangle Convicted Invicta Wearer Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    4,820
    Likes
    31,399
    Hello,

    Does back look like this one?

    IMG_20170818_062604.jpg
     
    imansoor and TLIGuy like this.
  6. cicindela Ω 2

    cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    15,047
    Likes
    23,791
    IF it does he stole yours :D
     
    kov and imansoor like this.
  7. Rman Ω 1

    Rman Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    2,416
    Likes
    9,563
    What is the giveaway here for someone who doesn't collect these, the bezel?
     
    imansoor likes this.
  8. cicindela Ω 2

    cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    15,047
    Likes
    23,791
    Here it is a black bezel, providing the color is not off on the photo.
    Of course an image of the back would be most helpful

    I tried to rework the OP's image get it blue, but could not succeed.
     
    imansoor, Kmart and TLIGuy like this.
  9. TLIGuy Ω 1

    TLIGuy Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    2,014
    Likes
    10,422
    Seeing the case back could be helpful but like the dial it is easily sourced via ebay. @Archer is probably most accurate in saying that the only way to determine its originality is to verify that the movement number falls within he correct range for this LE.
     
    imansoor likes this.
  10. cicindela Ω 2

    cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    15,047
    Likes
    23,791
    I only partly agree. The sapphire insert disc is available, but not the back with the correct engravings;
    First Space Walk, 40th, Anniversary, 0610/2005
     
    SpeedyPhill, Taddyangle and TLIGuy like this.
  11. TLIGuy Ω 1

    TLIGuy Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    2,014
    Likes
    10,422
    Didn't even think about that. I stand corrected. Good observation.
     
    imansoor likes this.
  12. Taddyangle

    Taddyangle Convicted Invicta Wearer Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    4,820
    Likes
    31,399
    I would agree this bezel looks to be black when looking at it on my computer. On the cell phone it looked to be the correct color.

    It sucks getting old. I can't hear in one ear and my eyesight is not as sharp, even with my eyeglasses. A couple of months back I was looking at -71 and in my hands I was not able to tell if it had a stepped dial. :(
     
    imansoor and STANDY like this.
  13. imansoor

    imansoor Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    7
    Likes
    4
    Rman and TLIGuy like this.
  14. imansoor

    imansoor Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    7
    Likes
    4
    TLIGuy likes this.
  15. imansoor

    imansoor Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    7
    Likes
    4
    so i have some more clear pics. do you still doubt my purchase guys.
     
  16. Archer Ω 2

    Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    26,464
    Likes
    65,607
    Serial number: 77142049
    Article ref: 35658000
     
    imansoor and Taddyangle like this.
  17. Taddyangle

    Taddyangle Convicted Invicta Wearer Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    4,820
    Likes
    31,399
    Welcome to the Gemini 4 club. :)

    upload_2017-8-18_14-7-12.png
     
    TLIGuy and imansoor like this.
  18. abrod520 Ω 2

    abrod520 Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    11,262
    Likes
    35,476
    Bezel does look black in the filtered photo, but much more blue in natural light. Interesting that cards were included but no box.... it'll be difficult finding a box to be sure. Unfortunately, even if it were, it won't be possible to get the full set as the LE certificate with the watch number will not be reprinted.

    Bought in 2009, wow...
     
    imansoor likes this.
  19. cicindela Ω 2

    cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    15,047
    Likes
    23,791
    Not at all, with proper pictures it's a winner :rolleyes: Thank you.

    I looks like all you need is the box now. I will be hard to find, But
    It can be done.

    I found proper box for my Apollo 11 last year. Dealer originally sold it with a fancy wooden box as favor to buyer, then he lost the Apollo box.

    And recently I found the correct box for my Apollo 15, so now all is correct.:thumbsup:
    So it can be done:)
     
    imansoor likes this.
  20. imansoor

    imansoor Aug 18, 2017

    Posts
    7
    Likes
    4
    thank you. the picture in hand i filtered. that made many confusion.
    thank you for input.