I realized that according to what I read in another thread, once I have shown interest in a watch on Ebay and maybe posted a link, it's officially off limits for anyone in this forum, and there's a fair chance some of the competing bidders might be members here, so I'll be posting links to every watch I find interesting...starting with this one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/170891761418?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

Mike, I know it has the issues with the lum missing from some markers and the hands, but what do you think of it otherwise? I think the bezel is the rare worn gray variation from guys polishing the plexi and polishing the bezel right along with it. And isn't this Mexican seller considered a safe bet? He gets some great pieces.

 

Crap! I missed that thread and find myself violating this protocol/etiquette almost everyday! somebody stop me but don't worry, you are safe with this one as I am content with my modern Speedy....for now that is...

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just kidding!

 

I agree...the BACGC "Bonnie and Clyde's gettaway car" strap is sharp. I've been leaning more to the larger holes in the rally straps lately, but I may have to get one of those to try it out. Any suggestions?

 

Jeepers! Now this watch has a new bidder with a BRAND new ebay ID...and bidding like a fiend. Darn it.

 

An Omega racing strap, OME-98000024 Genuine Omega Leather 20 MM Straps I found this one while shopping for the croc leather style - the one detail about this strap that I like are the curved ends at the lugs, add the deployment buckle and your Speedy gets a new sexy look!

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I've had a similar band on mine for a few months. It is a vintage nos racing strap fitted with an Omega buckle. If you're feeling wealthy Omega actually made a similar band, I might be able to find the part number somewhere if interested.
My poor Speedy is slowing down and the chrono sometimes stops (not so good when I'm timing flights!) Its never had a service since it got back from Vietnam (early 70's was its 1st and only service according to the original owner) so I think it might be time to send it to Omega for a treat.

 

There's the part number! Nice.

 

That seller doesn't strike me as the shill bidder type. What other reason aside from raising the selling price of one's item could someone have for shill bidding? I'm stumped.

 

Eight days to go, just add it to your watch list and come back to it in a week....

 

The seller is ok. I recently bought a Constellation, with Guilloche dial. Turns out actual watch looks better than listing & photos I posted in another thread.

 

A bidder with zero feedback & posting that many bids is kinda suspicious.

 

It would be shock if there are retraction for this bidder.