Quite curious. May I know where 1953 production number comes from? Last I heard an Omega exec estimated 3000pcs: https://omegaforums.net/threads/speedy-tintin-information-gathering.33387/
The information is in that thread.
I have been following that thread too. But the most 'credible' number I read was that of +-3000pcs from the Omega exec. The rest I think are speculations. Don't get me wrong, I own a Tin Tin myself. Just curious. Anyway it's a thread drift so I'll leave just leave it there.
Hi folks,
Newbie here who would very much appreciate some advice. Unfortunately I missed the ultraman though I am on the reserve list.
Do i have a realistic chance of acquiring one on the reserve list? Also when is it that omega begin processing payment for the watches?
Finally, I have a very good chance of acquiring the 2018 CK2998 from my AD soon, I’m tempted to wait out for the ultraman but if I have little chance then I will go for the ck2998 so all thoughts much appreciate. Thanks in advance.
Welcome to the forum, you will find it a great source for all things Omega and watches in general.
Regarding your question, that’s a difficult one, I was on the reserve list for the first ST and my name reached the top of the list last December so I got mine before some of the original reservations, it can happen but it is down to chance. From the original ST thread it appears that payment requests varied depending on where you live, in the UK I don’t think any prepayment was required but in my case there was only about a month between being offered the watch and picking it up.
Your final point really depends on how much you want the ST2 over the CK2998. Personally I’d go for the CK2998 which is a very nice watch and a definite whereas the ST2 is down to chance.
Just one further point if you’re considering when funds might be available for your purchases, Omega say August for the start of deliveries, that is very unlikely on past performance. The ST1 was launched in January last year and I don’t believe deliveries began until the autumn, the same with the 57 triogly which kept going back and back.
Hope this is some help (or confuses you even more!).
Once again welcome.
I think one of the most frustrating parts of the ST1 process was the delay on production. If Omega has planned a little better this year and it does start to deliver in August then they will have a remarkable response all around, and there will be less chance for the waiting list folks since there is less of a window for remorse buyers to back down or use the funds for another piece.
I think one of the most frustrating parts of the ST1 process was the delay on production. If Omega has planned a little better this year and it does start to deliver in August then they will have a remarkable response all around, and there will be less chance for the waiting list folks since there is less of a window for remorse buyers to back down or use the funds for another piece.
If they start the delivery in August, it will probably be unit by unit, unless they have changed dramatically and lately their production processes. Correct me if I'm wrong, but the anniversary seamaster(s) released in Basel this year have not even hit the stores yet and only a few ck2998 have been released so far. So delay is likely imho. Furthermore, by the time the last ST2 will be delivered, Omega will have shown all the novelties for the moon landing 50th anniversary. So I would not be surprised if quite a few people decide to back down and not to go ahead with the ST2.
If they start the delivery in August, it will probably be unit by unit, unless they have changed dramatically and lately their production processes. Correct me if I'm wrong, but the anniversary seamaster(s) released in Basel this year have not even hit the stores yet and only a few ck2998 have been released so far. So delay is likely imho. Furthermore, by the time the last ST2 will be delivered, Omega will have shown all the novelties for the moon landing 50th anniversary. So I would not be surprised if quite a few people decide to back down and not to go ahead with the ST2.
What if they are already all made !
By the way. Not sure if it has been discussed before. I think I remember seeing @Robert-Jan commenting on Ultraman having special aluminium dial, unlike usual Speedmasters. Any one knows if this aluminium is unique to Ultraman or regularly used on limited editions?
If they start the delivery in August, it will probably be unit by unit, unless they have changed dramatically and lately their production processes. Correct me if I'm wrong, but the anniversary seamaster(s) released in Basel this year have not even hit the stores yet and only a few ck2998 have been released so far. So delay is likely imho. Furthermore, by the time the last ST2 will be delivered, Omega will have shown all the novelties for the moon landing 50th anniversary. So I would not be surprised if quite a few people decide to back down and not to go ahead with the ST2.
I have been following that thread too. But the most 'credible' number I read was that of +-3000pcs from the Omega exec. The rest I think are speculations. Don't get me wrong, I own a Tin Tin myself. Just curious. Anyway it's a thread drift so I'll leave just leave it there.
