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  1. ock2915 Jul 10, 2014

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    Hello

    I would like to present you a new piece in my Omega collection , this fantastic Speedmaster 105003

    Though I am happy , at the same time I am very , very sad to have this watch with me………

    My Uncle bought it new in 1968 , and since I remember it has always been in his wrist since then

    Sadly he died last week , that´s why it is with me now and that is why I am so sad.

    I will wear it in his memory , in a sense I feel as he is still me right now as I am wearing his watch and I will feel the same every time I do

    It is a very nice reference ST105003-65 that he bought new in 28th July 1968 , he had the original box and papers , though you can see the usual signs of using it daily for more than 45 years and I am afraid has never been serviced , works perfectly with an incredible precision and it is really nice , I can´t take it off my wrist for sentimental reason

    This post is my small homage for him , my uncle Juan , a great man

    Thanks for reading and hope you like





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  2. Tritium Jul 10, 2014

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    Sorry about your uncle.
    Now you have a beautiful heirloom. Wear it in good health.
     
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  3. Varasc Jul 10, 2014

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    Very sorry for your loss. This is a beautiful timepiece, a little treasure for you, and I am sure your uncle would be proud and reassured, knowing his beloved watch is still working for a close member of his family - and not sold, given away elsewhere or lost. Wear it in good health - I hope I'll be able to leave my own Speedmaster to someone able to appreciate it, too.
     
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  4. fc2 Jul 10, 2014

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    Sad to hear about your uncle. A very nice watch he left to you.
     
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  5. Darlinboy Pratts! Will I B******S!!! Jul 10, 2014

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    Sad to lose your uncle. This is indeed a special Family heirloom.

    I'd get it serviced right away to ensure you have decades more to wear and remember your uncle.:)
     
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  6. MikiJ Likes songs about Purple spices Jul 10, 2014

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    Your latest Speedmaster is a lovely addition, but not a lovely as your story. The memories of your Uncle will always be with you.
     
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  7. Cortezthekiller Jul 10, 2014

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    RIP. A great way to remember him.
     
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  8. ock2915 Jul 10, 2014

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    :) Thanks to all for your kind and warm words
     
  9. RCAFBuster Jul 10, 2014

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    Sorry for your loss. A very fitting memory that I'd only have the movement serviced at keep the rest as is, in perpetuity.
     
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  10. speedy4ever Moonwatch Only Author Jul 10, 2014

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    Sorry about your uncle. I received my first Omega (Seamaster) back in 1982 as heirloom from my deceased cousin. Of course I still have it, this important.
     
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  11. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Jul 11, 2014

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    I hope your Uncle was a very old man when he left you, if so he would have had a full life and was obviously a man with taste (his watch says that!).

    It's not only a meaingful heirloom, but a stunning watch to the bargain.

    Sadness at his passing is understandable at this time, but as the years roll by and you look down at that watch, I'm sure a small smile will crease your face.
     
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  12. ock2915 Jul 11, 2014

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    Hi JimInOz, yes he was rather old (84) , but his death was something really unexpected and sudden as he was very healthy
    You are right , his watch will remind him always (as I am right now looking at it )
    Rgds
     
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  13. Onfullblast Jul 17, 2014

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    Sorry for your loss.
    Fantastic condition speedy

    Today I asked my 10y old to take my 105003-65 to Mars someday & I showed him the Apollo connection.
     
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