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Omega Book - A Journey Through Time

  1. DLT222 Ω 2

    DLT222 Double D @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 10, 2013

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    Was in the AD today and we got on talking about books and he mentioned the Omega Book - A Journey Through Time, saying how amazing it was so asked if he had any to which he answered no. The next words out of my mouth were 'order me one please' to which he replied 'sure, it's $400 plus tax' thank god I was sat down.​

    is it really worth $400? I mean really??

    Looked on amazon and read a bit about it on the net but there is not much on it, does anyone have thoughts on it?

    thx
     
  2. Wheels

    Wheels Apr 10, 2013

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    Very much worth it!
     
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  3. ulackfocus

    ulackfocus Apr 10, 2013

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    Yes, really. No doubt.
     
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  4. X350 XJR Ω 1

    X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Apr 10, 2013

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    Yes!
     
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  5. seamonster

    seamonster Respectable Member Apr 10, 2013

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    Respectable Member DLT222

    Before such a publication is out, untold number of hours has gone into its preparation - manuscript, photography and research, proof-reading, editing, lay-out and again proof-reading several times over, before the whole lot goes to the printer. Then comes the binding.

    Though not thoroughly complete, I think the price of $400.00 is indeed reasonable. Little wonder, it is out of stock.

    Any book, catalog or brochure is worth keeping, for reference purposes.

    Thank-you.
     
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  6. DLT222 Ω 2

    DLT222 Double D @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 10, 2013

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    Ok thx guys. Only asking because they never had one to look at. It will be purchased.
     
  7. seamonster

    seamonster Respectable Member Apr 10, 2013

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    Respectable Member DLT222

    A very wise decision, indeed.

    You will not regret.

    Thank-you.
     
  8. JimInOz Ω 2

    JimInOz Melbourne Australia Apr 11, 2013

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    My Darlin' gave it to me for Xmas.
    She did well, it's an excellent reference and also just a great way to spend a couple of hours browsing for a grail.
    I recommend it.
    ;)
     
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  9. SpikiSpikester Ω 2

    SpikiSpikester @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 11, 2013

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    The first time it saves you from an expensive buying mistake it will have paid for itself ;)
     
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  10. dsio Ω 2

    dsio Ash @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 11, 2013

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    The bible according to Bienne, haven't bought one myself, but A Journey Through Time contains the only known photo of an Omega Seamaster Stepped Pie-Pan date-at-six other than the ones I've taken. That alone makes it cool.
     
  11. cicindela Ω 2

    cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 11, 2013

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    Yes, but why pay $400 plus tax, when Watchtime sells it for $380. shipped.
     
  12. CanberraOmega

    CanberraOmega Rabbitohs and Whisky Supporter Apr 11, 2013

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    But only to US/Canada.....
     
  13. ulackfocus

    ulackfocus Apr 11, 2013

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    I told you there's help here for that. Granted, that was about watch straps, but you gotta guy.
     
  14. CanberraOmega

    CanberraOmega Rabbitohs and Whisky Supporter Apr 11, 2013

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    I can get it for AU$400, so not worth much of a saving.
     
  15. DLT222 Ω 2

    DLT222 Double D @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 11, 2013

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    I will buy it from watch time
     
  16. cicindela Ω 2

    cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 11, 2013

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    Yes but message directed at DLT222 who has US residence much of the year :D
     
  17. DLT222 Ω 2

    DLT222 Double D @ ΩF Staff Member Apr 11, 2013

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    Yep yep! Home to the UK soon though for a bit.
     
  18. ctime3

    ctime3 May 10, 2013

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    I always look at it in the King of Prussia Boutique. Very cool. The pages are very strong too. It will last like the watch. Awesome staff too.
     
  19. Mothra

    Mothra May 11, 2013

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    In theory i have one on the way from bienne - but i have been unable to confirm receipt of my order, so who knows when I'll hear the pitter patter of fedex feet...