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  1. Zuke Nov 25, 2013

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    Just in! My first vintage watch

    I'm very excited to share my newly acquired SM300.

    I've been on a serious Hunt for an original 60's SM300 at least a year and a half. I just love the overall appearance of this watch, it's a timeless classic.

    This hunt was extremely difficult as there are countless fakes and franken watches out there. So I spent quite a significant amount of time reading different blogs about what to look for when buying a vintage Omega Seamaster. That knowledge kept me clear of a few questionable transactions. Most importantly I bought the seller.

    My perseverance finally paid off - I can't tell you how happy I am with this watch. The patina is simply stunning, I've never viewed patina like this in person and I'm blown away. The pictures do not do this watch justice.

    Watch also came with the original Omega bracelet 1039 from 69. However I just picked up two new NATO's so I'll share a few pics on the new NATO straps.



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    Thanks for looking
     
  2. Privateday7 quotes Miss Universe Nov 25, 2013

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    Congrats for the fruit of your perseverance. Very handsome SM 300
     
  3. CdnWatchDoc Nov 25, 2013

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    Nice looking piece! and each of those NATOs makes it pop!! Enjoy!!
     
  4. shaun hk Fairy nuffer Nov 25, 2013

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    Good job, a great looking watch.
    It also gives me some hope, I have spent 4 months searching for the right example of the watch I really want. I missed two before the search began so I know they are out there. But at times I think 'forget it, just buy a whatever catches my eye'.
     
  5. Zuke Nov 25, 2013

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    Shaun - I know exactly how you feel, I was tempted to do the same. All I can say is don't settle, it's well worth the wait.
     
  6. tomvox1 Nov 25, 2013

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    Nice SM 300 with wonderful patina & WABI -- congrats on entering the world of vintage with a bang! :thumbsup:
    Best,
    T.
     
  7. shaun hk Fairy nuffer Nov 26, 2013

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    I have just realised, it was you that got the auction ended early! The watch had been recommended here and it just disappeared out of my watch list! I thought I had seen it somewhere
     
  8. dbonddental Nov 26, 2013

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    Nice one, congrats! IMO, for now just stick with the black NATO.
     
  9. Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Nov 26, 2013

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    Very nice - congrats!
     
  10. Tritium Nov 26, 2013

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    Really nice way to enter into the vintage world.
    Contrats for the watch and for your patience :thumbsup:
     
  11. Zuke Nov 26, 2013

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    Thanks for all the the great feedback
     
  12. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Nov 26, 2013

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    That's a great first vintage watch!
     
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  13. Zuke Nov 26, 2013

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    Now if only I could find a SM200 Banana, Anakin or Darth.....
     
  14. Tritium Nov 26, 2013

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    If you keep that exemplary patience, I´m sure you will...:p
     
  15. Zuke Nov 26, 2013

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    I actually like the hunt, so I don't mind.

    But if someone has one for sale....
     
  16. Habitant Nov 26, 2013

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    Oh Lord. He's addicted....
     
  17. ulackfocus Nov 26, 2013

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    The hunt is the fun part. The rarer the watch, the better the chase. I can't wait for the renovations to be complete so I can get back to Ahabbing.
     
  18. Zuke Nov 26, 2013

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    Ha - I've been addicted for quite some time (just adding a vintage vice).
     
  19. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Nov 26, 2013

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    Mmmmmmmmmmmm..........

    Melted cheese lume, my favorite :thumbsup:
     
  20. Mercury713 Dec 11, 2013

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