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Picked up a 105.012-65 from Craigslist seller a mile away

  1. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Feb 21, 2015

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    The seller was looking to unload this to fund a new automatic Omega at Costco. I was happy to help.

    Speedmaster 105.012-65 + 1506-16 (4/66) original bracelet + nice inscription from Mother and Dad 6/9/67. I believe all important parts are original and in good condition; crown is not. Movement number is fine, keeps great time and operates well. Never polished. A real find. Needs a service, of course.

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  2. timeismoney Feb 21, 2015

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    1st DIBS!
     
  3. Time Exposure coordinates his cast with his car's paint job Feb 21, 2015

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    Wow, what a nice example. Looks honest. Big congrats!
     
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  4. dougiedude Carpe horologium! Feb 21, 2015

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    Craigslist, eh?

    Well, big Kudos! ::psy::
     
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  5. imexian Feb 21, 2015

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    Bonus arrango!!
     
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  6. Kringkily Omega Collector / Hunter Feb 21, 2015

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    Omega at costco....
     
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  7. Tom Dick and Harry Feb 21, 2015

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    Lovely catch, I had one like this a few years ago, BIN on eBay for £1200 in very much the same condition, guy was selling to fund a Tag! I drove to meet him., rocked up at his house, C63 AMG on the drive and mini mansion, I couldn't comprehend why he was selling his dads untouched 105.012-66 (yes his dads watch) for £1500 to buy a new Tag Heuer, let alone when he clearly didn't need the money.......... non the less I asked no questions and handed over the cash
     
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  8. kyle L Grasshopper Staff Member Feb 21, 2015

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    Sweet! Checked out my local Craigslist a couple of days ago and came back with this. :)

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  9. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Feb 21, 2015

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    Bought this the same day I missed out on your 105.003. You win some, you lose some. Who knows what tomorrow may bring.
     
  10. TNTwatch Feb 21, 2015

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    Is it gold or vermeil? Quartz or mechanical?
     
  11. oddboy Zero to Grail+2998 In Six Months Feb 21, 2015

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    Nice! Beautiful! I picked up a 105.002 from kijiji last night, and then I woke up.
     
  12. Pvt-Public Feb 21, 2015

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    CL $310
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  13. kyle L Grasshopper Staff Member Feb 21, 2015

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    Vermeil and mechanical :)
     
  14. TNTwatch Feb 21, 2015

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    :thumbsup: I got one too, but not as good condition, from flea market for a few loonies.
     
  15. Davidt Feb 22, 2015

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    Very nice. Great looking dial - congrats!
     
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  16. pascs Feb 22, 2015

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    Dial looks great, I especially like the shorter T Swiss Made T on these. Nice catch with the 1506 and 6 end links, have been looking for one of these bracelets but have all but given up
     
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  17. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Feb 22, 2015

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    Thanks very much. 20mm #16 end links on this bracelet. Introduced with the 105.012. I think I have one other 1506 but they are hard to find. If I can stumble on one, anyone can!
     
  18. MikeV Feb 22, 2015

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    Perfect conditions and i have it
     
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  19. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Feb 22, 2015

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    Very nice. Congrats. Is this a 145.012-67? I'm guessing that reference due to the flat chrono hand and (I think) larger pushers. The 1039 bracelet would have been original for a 145.012-67. Nice dial with the wider T SwissMade T.
     
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  20. Andy K Dreaming about winning an OFfie one day. Feb 22, 2015

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    Wow, I admire you guys for these Craigslist finds. Every time I've tried scanning Craigslist I give up after 20 minutes of sifting through fakes or junk!
     
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