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  1. mjb Nov 12, 2020

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    ... it's a Speedmaster, 3321.80 "triple date" two toned, used, no books, cards or boxes. Picture below is not of the actual watch, but something I grabbed off of the Internet. Actual watch (I hope) isn't so dull looking (the gold looks kind of brassy in this image).

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    Seller has it priced at $3350, which is high, but it appears to be in good nick, albeit with no service history. I need another watch like I need a hole in the head, and with all of the complications, I predict that it would be expensive to get serviced. Unfortunately it's not local so I can't look at it in person, and since they don't make these any more, I can't just run to the mall and check it out at the Omega store.

    Anyone have comments on why I should avoid this particular watch, or conversely, not let it get away? I believe it is 39mm, which is perfect for me.

    Thanks!
     
  2. jcmartinez98 Nov 12, 2020

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    What is it that you like about it?

    It is everything that I would avoid on a watch, so I know why I wouldn’t get it...
     
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  3. M'Bob Nov 12, 2020

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    I believe it is one of the Speedmasters that induces very little envy...
     
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  4. blufinz52 Hears dead people, not watch rotors. Nov 12, 2020

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    If you buy that watch, we're through. I'll never talk to you again!

    JK! It's not something I would consider.
     
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  5. rcs914 Nov 12, 2020

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    If you want to make sure that your $3350 turns into $2200 when you go to sell it, go ahead and get it. I predict it would be very hard to flip if you were ever so inclined. For that price I'd expect fresh service, along with full box and papers. But it simply isn't my cup of tea so maybe not one to weigh in on it.
     
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  6. madjestikmoose Can’t bat, can’t bowl Nov 12, 2020

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    At 39mm, I’d find myself squinting at that dial half the time.
     
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  7. Marsimaxam Nov 12, 2020

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    It's fugly, sorry.
    The dial is too busy, I can't stand the two little white boxes that have the month and day, and what's up with the red semi-circle hand encompassing the dates which are all around the edge of the dial. The color blue on the dial is giving me a stomach ache and I feel I'm going to puke if I look at that freaking greenish gold bezel for another second. And are the pushers and crown greenish gold too... I just upchucked. The bracelet is hideous, it makes me think of the lane dividers in a dirty swimming pool. What's up with counters, especially the one at the 9o'clock position. I hate it, I hate it and now you've ruined my day.

    I don't know you, and if you buy that watch...I don't want to. Have I changed your mind?
     
  8. Evitzee Nov 12, 2020

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    Crikey, you got rid of the cool Apollo 8 and now you are interested in this? C'mon, man, that's just malarkey.
     
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  9. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Nov 12, 2020

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    ::puke:: Too busy.
     
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  10. BlackTalon This Space for Rent Nov 12, 2020

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    it has a face (dial) only a mother could love.

    And it's the least gaudy thing about the watch (in my opinion)
     
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  11. mjb Nov 12, 2020

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    OMG there sure isn't any love for this thing, is there?

    LOL, thanks everyone, I think I'm over it now. Yes. Definitely.

    @Evitzee, the Apollo 8 was just too big for my delicate waif-like wrists.
     
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  12. gbesq Nov 12, 2020

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    If you buy it, millions will die who would not die before. And it will be your fault.

    There, how’s that? :)
     
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  13. Thrasher36 Nov 12, 2020

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    If you like it buy it, It's not my cup of tea.. I do like the pointer date and that's why I bought an Oris
     
  14. Iceter Nov 12, 2020

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    I like blue-faced triple dates. But that one...blech.
     
  15. SkunkPrince Nov 12, 2020

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    Doesn't bother me, just a crappy photo. Contrast:
     
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  16. SkunkPrince Nov 12, 2020

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    Mind you, that one is a little beat up, but it looks better/brighter.
     
  17. Walrus Nov 12, 2020

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    Ya, you should get it you obviously like it
     
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  18. High Hope Nov 12, 2020

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    It’s a thing of iridescent beauty. I know, Helen Keller said so.
     
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  19. SkunkPrince Nov 12, 2020

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    You guys are cruel even if you are mildly funny. OP, if you want it, get it!
     
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  20. pw92676 Nov 12, 2020

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    I like two tone and blue. I LOVE this dial layout. But I find this combination is not super appealing to me.

    That said, I have learned that most of the time “talk me out of...” means you should buy. Most of the time “talk me into...” means you should not buy.
     
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