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  1. propervinyl Apr 4, 2017

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    Hi forum members,

    First, I would like to thank you for building a truly informative forum. I have been reading for quite a while, and think this is a great community.

    I have attached a photo of a recent acquisition that, in my opinion, was just pure luck.

    According to the seller, the original owner was an Airman who bought the watch at a post exchange on his way back from station in Spain at some point in the early 1960's. According to the post, it was worn for a short period, then put in a sock drawer and forgotten about.

    I believe it. The watch has never been polished and I cant find any real flaws other than the aftermerket bracelet, which will soon be replaced with a shell strap. The thing that gets me is the textured silver dial.

    While this isnt nearly as rare or interesting as many of your pieces, I figured I would share it. Will have more pics when it comes back from service. Maybe a group shot with my 145.007 and 145.026.

    Photo credit to my friend Matt Bailly. A professional photographer and professional watch nerd.
     
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  2. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Apr 4, 2017

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    Superb dial ::love::.
     
  3. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Apr 5, 2017

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    Great watch.

    Welcome on board.
     
  4. noiseboyuk Apr 5, 2017

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    Very nice watch - lovely 'linen' dial.
     
  5. WatchentuseCZ Apr 5, 2017

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    Looks fantastic. I would be up for something like that as well. Is it allowed to ask how much you paid for it?
     
  6. niko4891 Apr 5, 2017

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    Lovely textured dial. Congrats!
     
  7. pippy Apr 5, 2017

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    Nice addition to your collection. Congratulations.:):thumbsup:
     
  8. nalexi Apr 7, 2017

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    Welcome and congrats!
     
  9. nerd Apr 8, 2017

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    Love the look of tha dial and nice sharp looking lugs!
     
  10. Misterred Apr 16, 2017

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    Looks good! Welcome here.