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  1. Omega1 Aug 9, 2020

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    Good Afternoon....... A3C1C915-0684-4214-9C8C-AD21610E0BE6.jpeg
     
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  2. red1108nyc Aug 9, 2020

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  3. allwoundup Aug 9, 2020

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    Being primarily a vintage collector, I find the WRUW a great resource for introducing me to brands and models with which I was not previously familiar -- i.e., finding new opportunities for depleting my bank account. Perhaps more than any other OF thread the WRUW thread has broadened my appreciation for our hobby/passion. I always appreciate it when the poster of an obscure watch adds a little info on the piece.

    Ollech & Wajs is a relatively obscure brand, and the post that got this discussion going is likely an introduction to the brand for many. Attached are some photos of a Helsa diver I bought for my wife a while back. Helsa was a sub-brand of O&W. I believe the movement is an Ebosa 87.
     
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  4. Nla91 Aug 9, 2020

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  5. McDaWisel Aug 9, 2020

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    It’s going to be a rough day. Keeping the nice pieces in the box...

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  6. Andsan Aug 9, 2020

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  7. Longbow Aug 9, 2020

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    Hiding in the dark from the searing heat beyond the shutters
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  8. CPRwatch Aug 9, 2020

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    Seiko in the summer sunshine,
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  9. jaguar11 Aug 9, 2020

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    My old 16800....
     
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  10. Bluedial Aug 9, 2020

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  11. janice&fred Aug 9, 2020

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    Lookin good bud. Is that an uncle Seiko bracelet?
     
  12. Mad Dog rockpaperscissorschampion Aug 9, 2020

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    Don’t worry...it’ll probably rain later. ;)

    I dig that Echo Whiskey...that’s the one that you purchased new about 500 years ago, right? :cool:
     
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  13. TexOmega Aug 9, 2020

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    Circa 1930 (28-34) Techni-Quadron Gruen
    Guildite(SS) case
    Blued hands
    877s movt 15j by Aegler
    Period correct Shark strap


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  14. Canuck Aug 9, 2020

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    My Rolex Prince Observatory doctors watch sends regards. Same movement as the Gruen. Mine is from circa 1933.

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  15. TexOmega Aug 9, 2020

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    Yes, Aegler made and supplied the movements. Rolex finished it out more nicely.
    Mine is closer to 1934 than 28, it is Style 168 which was later in the run.



    Still stylish/ modern and perfect under sleeve.
     
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  16. hejsam Aug 9, 2020

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    Phenix
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  17. TSD Aug 9, 2020

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  18. Paulomega Aug 9, 2020

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    I am just simply amazed to see your collection of beautiful watches. Thanks to you for sharing....

    Next time you want to part with a Hamilton W10 ............. ::facepalm1::::facepalm1::::facepalm1:: for missing it.
     
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  19. SouthernScot Aug 9, 2020

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    Yup! You’re almost right, I was lucky enough that my parents bought it for me for my 21st birthday. Manufactured in June 1967 and given to me on 1st January 1968. My daily wearer for over 40 years until my wife bought me a Seamaster AT for my 60th and I got more into watches and realised Ed had gone up in value somewhat, and maybe it wasn’t such a good idea to wear it doing gardening and building projects. It doesn’t come out so much now which is a shame, must wear it more often.
     
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  20. The Father Went out for smokes in ‘78 not seen since Aug 9, 2020

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    ‘91
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