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Omega Speedmaster Apollo 11 50th Anniversary in Gold – Breaking News

  1. To the moon Mar 12, 2019

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    This is only going to be expensive if the resale price drops like a stone. Going on the majority of YG models across brands I don't think even the LE label will Stop that. Let's hope the SS version is a 1/4 of the price so more of us can enjoy. Something for everyone
     
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  2. Cad290 Mar 12, 2019

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    Very interested to see if this will actually sell out quickly. The 32k price tag and 1000 units would probably scare off a good amount of flippers. I love this watch, and have an original one, but never actually wear it. Very tough watch to wear. Maybe if I had been to the moon I’d feel cooler wearing it
     
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  3. BenBagbag Mar 12, 2019

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    Or think of it this way: It's only 1/3rd the price of an Ultraman! ::bleh::
     
  4. Foo2rama Keeps his worms in a ball instead of a can. Mar 12, 2019

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    Prove that. The 68 Requirements and 79 retest don’t mention that.
     
  5. simbal Mar 12, 2019

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    OB is starting to take deposits, anyone already done so? :)
     
  6. RF_ZH Mar 12, 2019

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    SS versions likely to be announced during „Time to move“ next week. At least local retailers have been invited by Omega for a presentation. „Time to move“ is invitation only
     
  7. sturosen Mar 12, 2019

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    Interesting story: I was contacted by e-mail by a local OB soliciting a deposit for a 50th anniversary piece (no details) before today's announcement, and when I asked how much of a deposit would be required, this is what I was told: "Since there's really no information on how much the timepiece will be, we are securing a minimum of $3,000.00 deposit right now. We are anticipating the price to be between $6,500 and $8,500 you're more than welcome to place a higher deposit to have a better chance in receiving one since we also do not know how many pieces will be allocated to the United States."

    You really have to hand it to them for the cynical honesty of telling me that the more of my money I give them, the higher up the wait list I'll go. Sheesh.

    By contrast, when I reached out to a different OB I buy a lot of watches from, I was told to hold off, they weren't taking deposits yet, and when they learned more and did take deposits, it'd be 20%. We'll see if that approach changes as more models are announced (the greedy OB clearly didn't anticipate the price point for today's model), but I'm hopeful.
     
  8. simbal Mar 12, 2019

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    Hi - Is this in the US? I am just curious. Thanks.
     
  9. sturosen Mar 12, 2019

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    Yes, it is. Both OBs, for that matter.
     
  10. simbal Mar 12, 2019

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    Thanks, seems like there are huge inconsistencies among the OBs.
    I guess depending on the primary market they serve, that dictates their behaviour somewhat?!
     
  11. sturosen Mar 12, 2019

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    Maybe so. Both are in big cities, though. Sometimes I feel like the information asymmetry related to buying a luxury watch is comparable to that of dealing with a car dealership.
     
  12. ama98 Mar 12, 2019

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  13. justinz Mar 12, 2019

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    I was afraid of that. I will be scooping a current 1861 Speedy next week.
     
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  14. Ssunnylee24 Mar 12, 2019

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    This is a beautiful watch, love the execution.
    Great job Omega :thumbsup:
     
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  15. rominvicta Mar 12, 2019

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    Oh .... I fortunately did it three months ago!
     
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  16. pongster Mar 12, 2019

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    An ultraman sells for CHF96K? Didnt realize it was such a hot release. From an SRP of 7K?

    Maybe you meant other way around?
     
  17. rcs914 Mar 12, 2019

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    I believe @BenBagbag is referring to some of the ludicrous prices that people have been asking for original Ultramans - not the ST2.
     
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  18. vitriol Mar 12, 2019

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    I am not a fan of the Moonwatch, but even harder not a fan of the gold watches.
    Except a few dress watches, the gold can ruin pretty much each and every decently looking watch.

     
  19. Cad290 Mar 12, 2019

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    The highest recorded price for an original Ultraman I’m aware of is $76,250 USD. Ludicrous! Outrageous! How dare they!
     
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  20. rcs914 Mar 12, 2019

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    I could see one being worth that if it had the provenance to be the one pictured in the opening credits of the show. Just seems nutty to me otherwise - yes, I think they are very cool, but it certainly isn't worth that much to me. I'd take a black racing dial any day over an Ultraman.
     
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