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  1. Stewart_H Jan 18, 2014

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    Just thought I'd say 'Hello' and tell you about my new (to me) watch :)

    I'm a complete Omega newbie. I have recently been given my father in-law's Omega Seamaster Cosmic 2000 (following a complete over haul through Omega Oxford Street) for my 40th Birthday. He was given it by his father in 1978 and it's been his daily watch ever since. Fortunately he kept the paperwork and original box safe so I have everything (I think). During the over haul it was treated to a new screen/glass, a new strap, clasp, crown and back plate (the original was engraved). Some internals were replaced too (I have a bag containing ALL of the parts replaced). To say I'm chuffed with it is a massive understatement :)

    Here are some pics (apologies for the quality, they were taken on my phone)

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    Thanks for looking

    Stewart
     
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  2. SpikiSpikester @ ΩF Staff Member Jan 18, 2014

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    Welcome Stewart. That's a nice looking watch. The Oxford St boutique have their own watchmaker - it's good to see your heirloom was treated sympathetically.
     
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  3. Varasc Jan 18, 2014

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    So you started with THIS Omega? Chapeau. And welcome, Stewart.

    A little jewel!
     
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  4. Stewart_H Jan 18, 2014

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    Thanks :) Have I got a good one then?
     
  5. Darlinboy Pratts! Will I B******S!!! Jan 18, 2014

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    Very nice, and more than special to be the third in the line to wear it!

    Big congrats!
     
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  6. Stewart_H Jan 18, 2014

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    Thanks :) I'm actually 2nd in line to wear this one as my father in-law's dad bought it new for him back in '78. My son (he's 4yrs old) will be 3rd in line for this :). My father in-law has his father's Omega still though. I'm not sure what model that one is but it's gold with a wind up mechanism.
     
  7. alam Jan 18, 2014

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    Good looking watch! The fact that is staying within the family is also great! and BTW welcome!
     
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  8. MMMD unaffiliated curmudgeonly absurdist & polyologist Jan 18, 2014

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    Welcome Stewart. Nice watch. But if you're going to keep up with all the other Englishmen named Stewart H on this forum, you're going to have to buy a Ferrari. And send me a stuffed albino marsupial of some sort. ;)
     
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  9. Hijak Jan 18, 2014

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    Yes, welcome Stewart, and wow what a nice heirloom watch you have.:cool: Definitely a good one, congrdulations!:thumbsup:
     
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  10. cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Jan 18, 2014

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    Welcome Stewart, nice piece and thanks for sharing.
     
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  11. cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Jan 18, 2014

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    Weren't all the moderators supposed to get one of those ::confused2::
     
  12. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Jan 18, 2014

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    Welcome to the forum, great watch. :thumbsup:
     
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  13. Nova1978 Jan 18, 2014

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    I need to find a father in law like that!
     
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  14. Joe K. Curious about this text thingy below his avatar Jan 18, 2014

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    Very nice start! Welcome.
     
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  15. CdnWatchDoc Jan 18, 2014

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    Welcome Stewart-great first watch!! Can't go wrong with a vintage Omega, and especially one with such good genes...
    BTW, your pics are great!! I'm looking forward to when you get a camera without a phone....:thumbsup:
     
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