What was your first Omega watch?

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gpssti4

·Dec 12, 2019

My first Omega was bought new in 2013. One of the last pre-ceramic chronographs. I still have it and wear it occasionally. Only occasionally as I went on a spending spree and bought my 2054 (mostly worn as a 2254 though!) 2 days later.

 

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Baz9614

·Dec 12, 2019

A 1959 2278-3. Sold it earlier this year because of its small size but I absolutely loved the dial, rose gold coffin markers, and the golden patina the dial had taken on over the years 👍

 

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90sgensOmegafan

·Dec 12, 2019

My 1st Omega watch is ST 168.024 1971 we born in the same month in February almost the same day but she older than me 20years.

 

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bama2141

·Dec 14, 2019

I bought this Constellation as a college graduation present to myself in 1970. Still have it and wear it in rotation.

 

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watchfisher

·Dec 14, 2019

Really great stories so far!

I have to admit I was drawn to Omegas after a schoolmate received an Omega for high school graduation. At the time, I didn't think much of watches or a significant gift as a marker of achievement. Years go by, and I became curious about other watches, and the Seamasters which of course led into Speedmasters and the entire Omega line.

I was smitten with the CoAxial versions of the Speedmasters and this last year purchased my first Omega. After having it on my wish list for five years. I'm sure I will pass this on to my son. Will post pics soon.

 

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Mach

·Dec 14, 2019

I had always wanted to add a Speedmaster to my collection. When Omega presented its 1957 Trilogy 60th Anniversary collection during Baselworld 2017, I was immediately blown away. I knew this was the Speedy I had patiently been waiting for. I submitted my deposit the next day and received her on November 3rd that year:

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Lostpuppy116

·Dec 14, 2019

Mach

I had always wanted to add a Speedmaster to my collection. When Omega presented its 1957 Trilogy 60th Anniversary collection during Baselworld 2017, I was immediately blown away. I knew this was the Speedy I had been patiently been waiting for. I submitted my deposit the next day and received her on November 3rd that year:

I now know how ALL my coffees should now be decorated. Omega symbol in whip cream is an excellent idea. Thank you, good sir. Very well played. Also an excellent watch as well, not detracting from the excellent watch.

 

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msm5

·Dec 15, 2019

After years of wanting a step-dialed Speedy, I finally got one about a month ago. All the others haven’t been worn since.

 

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pongster

·Dec 15, 2019

Double Eagle

 

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pongster

·Dec 15, 2019

Been wanting a speedmaster as my first swiss watch. My wife got me a datejust instead.

Since she knew i wanted an omega, she got me this double eagle constellation instead since she preferred it aesthetically to the black dialed speedy.

 

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Croweater

·Dec 15, 2019

Bought my Dynamic in the NAAFI in 69,it had a rough life at times but it's still going strong.

 

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Strangedream

·Dec 15, 2019

The Speedy Moonwatch I got a couple weeks ago was my first Omega. It's a 2005 ref. 3570.50.00. I wish I had a better background story to tell than "I got it because I wanted it badly and the price was too good to pass" but that's what happened. Anyways it looks big on me but I still love it.

 

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syf

·Dec 15, 2019

Speedy from the late 1980s

 

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pippy

·Dec 15, 2019

My first Omega, a graduation gift for my mother-in-law in 1973. I still occasionally wear it.

 

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dougwhiz

·Dec 15, 2019

I had started looking on Ebay in 2018 after discovering the early Omega Dynamics. I liked that they were affordable, but also learned there were a lot of poor photos and overpriced watches to sift through there. Found WUS and Omega Forums about the same time, and bought my first watch from peire06. I had been looking for a bullseye dial but loved the look of this one, and it was in great shape. I now have 2 more Dynamics and a Seamaster 600, so I guess I can thank/blame him for my new expensive obsession!

 

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Lostpuppy116

·Dec 15, 2019

pippy

My first Omega, a graduation gift for my mother-in-law in 1973. I still occasionally wear it.

That is a beautiful watch. Especially from a mother-in-law. Have you had it serviced to see if there is a James Bond type of recording device installed? I am kidding of course. Many on the forum wishes (myself included) for such a nice gift from an in-law.

 

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sah

·Dec 15, 2019

My uncle's watch, given to me by my cousin just before he passed. He purchased it new in 1958.

 

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Spruce

·Dec 15, 2019·Sunburst dial fan

I didn’t know much about eBay and hadn’t ever thought I could afford an Omega until I plunged on this and bought it in a re-auction for £230. This one was the start of my (mild) addiction.

 

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Brez

·Dec 16, 2019

My first Omega, as a gift for retirement from military last January, after 30 years of jets...now on land with a racing speedy!

 

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UncleBuck

·Dec 16, 2019·understands the decision making hierarchy

Thanks for serving! Lots of Vets here. Honored to give you a first like.
Love your watch and strap even though I'm a vintage guy.
My "new" watch is 48 yrs. old but also a "coming home".
3 posts in 5 years.....you been busy?

Very cool, Brez.

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