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New Watch Has Landed - Speedy Pro

  1. OrangeSport Aug 24, 2013

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    A few pictures to start off as promised. Full story of the really enjoyable handover will follow. Safe to say, I have had a great day!

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  2. Hijak Aug 24, 2013

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    Very nice, congrats!:thumbsup:
     
  3. FilmDave Aug 24, 2013

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    Looks terrific. Enjoy!
     
  4. MKelley Aug 24, 2013

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    Very nice...congrats!
     
  5. OrangeSport Aug 24, 2013

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    Thanks all, was a very pleasurable purchase. The price was pre-agreed and very competitive. Steve, who I had agreed the price with, fetched the watch from the safe for me to check over. It was fine. Whilst he was sizing the bracelet for me the store owner, Rob, came out to say hi and spotted my Sub. Immediately he brought out a bunch of vintage Subs, giving us a great family line from the 50s through to me 2011 example. He also showed me a double red Sea Dweller he had. We chatted watches for a while, as well as pens (he had some fantastic examples) and I got to handle georgeous gold Vacheron Constantin moonphase watch. The highlight though was a gold Patek, with Arabic writing on it. A watch which was commissioned by Saddam Hussein!

    We had a great chat. It was a pleasure buying from someone who clearly loves watches. The guys couldn't have been more relaxed or welcoming. got a few freebies thrown in too; Omega mints, Omega lanyard, Omega magazine and a valuation certificate for my new watch.

    The shop was C S Bedford in Ruislip. Highly, highly recommended!
     
  6. Varasc Aug 25, 2013

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    A fantastic watch, I am really pleased for you. I own the same, of a different reference. It's always a pleasure to wear such a beauty.
     
  7. OrangeSport Aug 25, 2013

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    It is indeed!
     
  8. Privateday7 quotes Miss Universe Aug 25, 2013

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    Welcome to the moon club. Other watch might come and go, but at least one moon watch should be in the collection.
     
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  9. SpikiSpikester @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 25, 2013

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    Ooh, that's definitely within striking distance for me and Stuart/Mothra. Might take a look :)
     
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  10. Mothra Aug 25, 2013

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    I'm on hols till next Sunday, but let me know if you are heading in after that....
     
  11. SpikiSpikester @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 25, 2013

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    Drop me a pm if you fancy going over there one weekend. I'm in no rush.
     
  12. OrangeSport Aug 25, 2013

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    Would recommend it. Was worth the 3 hour round trip for me.
     
  13. slim4511 Aug 25, 2013

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    Very nice. Congrats.
     
  14. ctime3 Aug 25, 2013

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    It's a good one. Congrats looks like its in perfect condition.
     
  15. OrangeSport Aug 26, 2013

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    It should be in good condition. It's brand new!
     
  16. ctime3 Aug 26, 2013

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    My bad Sir I did not read the whole thing. I have the same one. I love it.
     
  17. STANDY schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector Aug 26, 2013

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    Three months on for mine, new also and still my daily wearer.
    Is yours a 7777xxxx serial number?

    Congrats
     
  18. ctime3 Aug 26, 2013

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    Yes Sir. I assume that is new more recent indicator?
     
  19. OrangeSport Aug 26, 2013

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    Is the serial number the number stamped on the back of the lug between 6 and 9?

    Thanks
     
  20. ctime3 Aug 26, 2013

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    Yes Sir.