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What expectations? I own one that I will never sell and I traded my second for a Daytona.
Where did the Batman become a Daytona?
 
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Fine then answer my question...

How do you see a large sitting unsold inventory, and full set NOS examples sitting unsold for less then you paid as a sign that something is still going up?

There are more Tintins on the market then Brown Dials. How is that the case unless people are cashing out on the Tintins and they are not able to actually move them?

I’m not a dealer nor a reseller. I’m also not a speculator. I did well in this last year by getting a few lucky Rolexes that I flipped and a few Omegas as well and for a short bit for fun was a flipper. I’ve done extremely well. I have every watch I could want in my collection sans a 321. Which will happen. I’ve been offered a lot for the TinTin’s, 2 have now moved on. Therefore my answer is simple, if it worked for me then someone with far more experience in the watch game will do quite well. I don’t pay attention to Chrono24, EBay, etc. I’m not Authentic Watches selling a $15,000 TinTin sans papers. My experience is just that. Mine. I would recommend TinTin’s all day to others but over $10k it better be NOS and complete. That’s my overall experience. Keep it simple.
 
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Where did the Batman become a Daytona?
Listen it’s your fine argument that starts this fine day with your very brave and personal confession of confusion. The onus is on you to clear up that confusion either medically if that’s the root cause or further review this handy dandy thread. Until then. Sing with me, sing for the years, Sing for the laughter, sing for the tears... You know how the rest goes I’m positive. In summary you’ve offered many tears of boredom, we need the laughs or else your proving yourself to not have much value. It’s all there in the many pages gracing your presence. I can tell you have the time, have at it.
 
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Utter Nonsense? No. By 2016 they were redistributed. A local OB had zero and couldn’t get a single TinTin until 2017. They got 1. Compare that to other limited pieces that they get 3-4. It’s a well trafficked OB. We have close to 1500 pieces in existence. They were not readily available. And now they are gone completely. I had an OB recently offer me a 57 Trilogy Speedmaster plus cash for my TinTin. Nope.

Your local OB had zero, whilst the 7 that were in London at the time, had somewhere between 14, and 21 between them.

They were readily available here, and this was not “redistributed” stock.
 
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tyrantlizardrex tyrantlizardrex
Your local OB had zero, whilst the 7 that were in London at the time, had somewhere between 14, and 21 between them.

They were readily available here, and this was not “redistributed” stock.

14 and 21, which is it? London is quite populous. Let’s say it’s 21, but your info isn’t exact nor official but 21 is not many in that populated of an area. Anecdotally speaking I think your story just further spins the tail of scarcity, sure collectors were late to the table but not any longer.
 
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As I said they each had 2-3 a piece when I was inquiring in 2016.

You’re under the illusion that all Omega stock moves fast - this is not the case.

There may not have been many of this model produced, but they also were not popular - no one was late to the table. No one wanted to buy this model until the internet spin started.
 
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I’ve been offered a lot for the TinTin’s, 2 have now moved on.
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Listen it’s your fine argument that starts this fine day with your very brave and personal confession of confusion. The onus is on you to clear up that confusion either medically if that’s the root cause or further review this handy dandy thread. Until then. Sing with me, sing for the years, Sing for the laughter, sing for the tears... You know how the rest goes I’m positive. In summary you’ve offered many tears of boredom, we need the laughs or else your proving yourself to not have much value. It’s all there in the many pages gracing your presence. I can tell you have the time, have at it.
It’s not an argument it’s a simple question. You now seemingly have no Tintins so I guess you are out. Enjoy your Daytona and possibly Batman too. It’s a small wonder you didn’t ask them to throw in a Riva Speedboat.
 
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As I said they each had 2-3 a piece when I was inquiring in 2016.

You’re under the illusion that all Omega stock moves fast - this is not the case.

There may not have been many of this model produced, but they also were not popular - no one was late to the table. No one wanted to buy this model until the internet spin started.

I’m not under any illusion. You just stated a maximum of 21 watches for a city with over 8,000,000 people. That’s your tale. I’m believing you. I’m in agreement.
 
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It’s not an argument it’s a simple question. You now seemingly have no Tintins so I guess you are out. Enjoy your Daytona and possibly Batman too. It’s a small wonder you didn’t ask them to throw in a Riva Speedboat.

If it’s so simple take your time that you have a plenty and read the fun thread that sits before you. The answer isn’t shrouded in code.
 
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If it’s so simple take your time that you have a plenty and read the fun thread that sits before you. The answer isn’t shrouded in code.
I agree. The logical conclusion based on the contradictions, plot holes and all round shiftiness of your posts is that it’s all bullshit. I now am satisfied I have closure. As you were.
 
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I agree. The logical conclusion based on the contradictions, plot holes and all round shiftiness of your posts is that it’s all bullshit. I now am satisfied I have closure. As you were.

There are zero contradictions nor is there confusion anywhere but that, that exists in that pea. I also have a Hulk, a Two Tone Bluesy, Several Pateks. Would you like to know how I sourced each of those as well? How about my waist size as well? Anything TinTin related is clear in this thread as discussed and easy to renavigate. If you need to sniff under pant sizes go on and private message me. I promise I’m not into that kind of thing but we can still exchange a friendly no thank you.
 
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I’m not under any illusion. You just stated a maximum of 21 watches for a city with over 8,000,000 people. That’s your tale. I’m believing you. I’m in agreement.

My point isn’t that there are low numbers, my point is that they didn’t all get dumped in Asia.

There’s no big conspiracy/redistribution - just a lot of stock, sat in stores that didn’t sell.
 
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I have closure.

That btw did make me chuckle which I’m sure we can both agree is more than a giggle. Well done.
 
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tyrantlizardrex tyrantlizardrex
My point isn’t that there are low numbers, my point is that they didn’t all get dumped in Asia.

There’s no big conspiracy/redistribution - just a lot of stock, sat in stores that didn’t sell.

True Story I was at an OB 2 days ago who on that day received a 1957 Trilogy. It was brand new and reshuffled from Japan. I physically put the damn thing on my wrist. Previously this watch was supposedly “Sold Out”. This kind of activity is quite common. I’m sure it happens all the time. You are correct zero conspiracy.
 
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You guys think we are interested in your arguments? I suggest both of you (or at least one) stop replying so this thread can continue its purpose of existence...

thank you!!!
 
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You guys think we are interested in your arguments? I suggest both of you (or at least one) stop replying so this thread can continue its purpose of existence...

thank you!!!

I agree.

The very amusing part of this little campfire party that a few *wink* seem hellbent on extinguishing(what is the motivation? Smile) is that #1. This type of debate and strife just raises the attention and profile for the piece in discussion. As an owner of a TinTin I thank you. Drama, Arguments, Fights, Debate, Disagreement is all good stuff to happen for a watch. I am not creating it but now that it’s here....I’m not taking credit for it either...But I certainly think I'm satisfied (given the circumstances) inviting it. Let me just warm my hands for a bit by the embers.
 
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You guys think we are interested in your arguments? I suggest both of you (or at least one) stop replying so this thread can continue its purpose of existence...

thank you!!!

The purpose of this tread "Information Gathering" was derailed the minute that conversations turned to "investment" and "future value".

As @smitty190373 pointed out, this thread is now "pure boiler room".

And this is coming from someone who own's (and actually wears) one of these watches.
 
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I wear my watches daily. No sympathy required. My recommendation to anyone, pickup a TinTin ASAP. Anything $10,000-$11,000 or under is a safe buy. Then enjoy, wear and watch as values rise. It’s a fun ride.

wow....what's the reasoning driving the urgency in your recommendation that people should pickup a Tin Tin "ASAP"?
 
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tyrantlizardrex tyrantlizardrex
The purpose of this tread "Information Gathering" was derailed the minute that conversations turned to "investment" and "future value".

As @smitty190373 pointed out, this thread is now "pure boiler room".

And this is coming from someone who own's (and actually wears) one of these watches.
Totally agree. Let’s see how long it takes before the investment talk surfaces again. Lol!
 
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