Hi everybody!
Been lurking the forum for a long time and have been a non active forum member since a few years. Thought it was about time for introduction.
I have been a mechanical watch enthusiast since my first Longines Master Chrono in 2009. I treated myself to it when i stopped smoking and will never sell it .
My hobby has escalated under COVID and have been buying/selling a bit over the last few years but buying more than i’ve been selling. I’m sure this sounds familiar to many on this forum.
Have regretted most of my sales (except a Don Draper SM redial that i bought and sold within a week just for financing a Sinn 356) but regretted none of my purchases so far.
My main affection is with Omega. I like that you can wear a true part of horological history, the mechanical prowess of the brand and the fact you can wear a high quality piece but still not feel like you’re trying to show off in a crowd.
Currently i have 2 vintage Omega’s. Favorite period is early 60’s. daily wearer is an Aqua Terra. Also a fan of vintage Russians as they have great history, and are fun and attainable. Most fun is to find a vintage but as pristine as possible. Found a Kirovskie Crab some time ago from the 50’s for a great price that still looks like it could have been cut yesterday. Will never sell that one.

Anyway, thanks for hearing me out and greetings from the Netherlands


attached my current collection, with special mention of course of the Omega’s

 

Seems crazy welcoming you when you've been here much longer than me, but welcome to your new non-lurking status! You have a lovely collection. My first mechanical was very nearly a Poljot. I ordered it from Poljot 24 but chose a world timer he no longer had in stock or could get hold of.

 

Thanks for your kind words! Was eyeing a Poljot Strela for while. Maybe some day..

 

Hello, @Bas77 , welcome to the Forum! Based on what you've shown from your collection, you appear to have great taste in watches. I think you'll find plenty of like-minded folks here, and look forward to your postings and interactions.

 

Welcome. That’s a nice collection you’ve got there!

 

Welcome, glad you're here -- and nice solid collection!

 

Welcome and nice collection! Glad you've joined!

 

Thanks, i’m sure I will!

 

Thank you Aroxx!