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  1. Barking mad Prolific Speedmaster Hoarder Jan 20, 2015

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    Hi guys,
    I am looking for a nice original old Conquest, not re-issue. Don't know enough to be totally confident in my ability yet. If anyone can steer me in a positive direction towards a nice honest one that would be great.

    Cheers
     
  2. dougiedude Carpe horologium! Jan 20, 2015

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    I'm in the same boat.

    Honest ones don't come up too often; I've been looking (not too good at it) for 3 months now.

    I think we just have to have a lot of patience...:thumbsup:
     
  3. khmt2 Jan 21, 2015

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    Any requirements - e.g. a specific calibre, minimum size? Only Conquest, or open to other models, e.g. Flagships, Ultrachrons?
     
  4. Barking mad Prolific Speedmaster Hoarder Jan 21, 2015

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    Took the plunge on a Conquest 9025 last night, medicated night of no sleep. Will post pics when I receive but would also like to start the search for a nice rose gold Flagship in the near future.
     
  5. khmt2 Jan 21, 2015

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    Nicely done, great entry into the vintage Longines club! Date at 12 Rose Gold 291?
     
  6. Barking mad Prolific Speedmaster Hoarder Jan 21, 2015

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    Date at 3 yellow gold 291.
    Sellers pic. Leap of faith:)
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  7. khmt2 Jan 21, 2015

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    Looking forward to the pics!

    In my experience, a gold Flagship is relatively rarer than the equivalent Conquest. However, gold Flagship Ultrachrons do pop up on the bay more often.

    Here's my 341 flagship!

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  8. dsio Ash @ ΩF Staff Member Jan 21, 2015

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  9. Barking mad Prolific Speedmaster Hoarder Jan 21, 2015

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    I pondered it for a bit and then thought sod it. Maybe a little high for now but time will fix that:) I don't buy to flip.
     
  10. dsio Ash @ ΩF Staff Member Jan 21, 2015

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    Oh that was you! Congrats
     
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  11. dougiedude Carpe horologium! Jan 21, 2015

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    Wow, all you needed was to post here! How did you find it? eBay? Congrats!
     
  12. Gavin It's the quiet ones you have to 'watch' out for. Jan 21, 2015

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  13. khmt2 Jan 21, 2015

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    It din sell for a gd reason - the flagship relief on the case back has been totally polished off! ::facepalm1::

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  14. ulackfocus Jan 21, 2015

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    Yep, we've discussed this watch many times.
     
  15. Gavin It's the quiet ones you have to 'watch' out for. Jan 21, 2015

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    Damn. How did I miss that.! :eek:
     
  16. dsio Ash @ ΩF Staff Member Jan 21, 2015

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    That's a very sad sight to see :(
     
  17. Barking mad Prolific Speedmaster Hoarder Jan 22, 2015

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    Certainly is. Do you think the watch still has any value? I guess a casebook is the proverbial hens teeth?
     
  18. khmt2 Jan 22, 2015

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    You were distracted by the Zenith coming your way. :p
     
  19. al128 unsolicited co-moderation giverer Jan 30, 2015

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    Hi there,

    if anybody should be interested, pls pm me ...

    - L. signed crown
    - L. signed buckle

    sorry for the harsh-flash photo that would even make Ms. World like your granny

    cheers,
    Al
     
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