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The results look superb, congratulations on such a success.
Jun 04, 2013,00:17 AM
I've not held any distinct prejudices against such marriages, I think redials (or plainly fake dials) and inappropriate mixing and matching are still difficult to tolerate though.
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What? A Happy Marriage?! Is it possible?
By: Tony C. : May 23rd, 2013-20:59
Even in contemporary times, during which divorce rates are relatively high, there are plenty of happy marriages to be found. However, in the world of vintage watch collecting, the phrase carries far different connotations. In fact, amongst vintage collect...
Yes...
By: Tony C. : May 23rd, 2013-21:37
I do see the resemblance. The same can, of course, be seen with the influence of the Peseux 260. In both cases, however, I'd choose the original over the updated versions. Cheers, Tony C.
Great post and very "authentic" looking watch...
By: Goldenlutin : May 23rd, 2013-22:51
Your watchmaker did a remarkable job! The watch does really looks stunning and is very true to its historical background. One of the best post I have read on this site for a long time. Thanks Best, Goldenlutin
Thank you!
By: Tony C. : May 24th, 2013-10:57
Your thoughts are much appreciated. Cheers, Tony C.
Bravo!
By: SteveG : May 24th, 2013-05:28
What else can I say, great story, sound reasoning, and a beautiful watch to enjoy. Looks like your watchmaker did a fabulous job freshening up the movement. Thanks!
Thanks much, Steve...
By: Tony C. : May 24th, 2013-10:58
Your diamond dial sub-second version was instrumental in attracting me to the VZ series. Best, Tony C.
What I can say ...
By: nilomis : May 24th, 2013-07:37
I'm speechless! Unique, wonderful. Congratulations and wear it with full pride. Cheers, Nilo
Thank you Nilo...
By: Tony C. : May 24th, 2013-10:59
your words are very kind. Cheers, Tony C.
a superb result Tony.
By: G99 : May 24th, 2013-08:51
i'm a firm believer in movements being married to cases rather than having them disposed of as that would be unthinkable. your watchmaker has done a beautiful job with quite a lot of help from our friend Bill. Bill did the same for me many years ago. i bo...
Thanks Graham...
By: Tony C. : May 24th, 2013-11:00
Bill is indeed a great resource, and terrific person. Cheers, Tony C.
Thank you...
By: tmw57 : May 24th, 2013-09:34
for a fascinating and wonderfully written article. cheers Todd p.s. Tony, it's even prettier in the flesh! Honored that i was among the first to see it..
Thank you Todd.
By: Tony C. : May 24th, 2013-11:00
Much appreciated. Best, Tony
outstanding
By: eterna-fan : May 24th, 2013-10:44
really lovely. i'm not sure how anyone could argue with such a respectful rehabilitation of such a worthy movement.
Tony... it looks GREAT !!! congrats on finihsing it !!
By: Bill Sohne : May 31st, 2013-13:16
HI TONY Looks like a job well done!! When your board and tired of it please send it my way for disposal. I promise it will not bother you again !!! GREAT WRITE UP also Good Hunting Bill Sohne
Thanks Tony ...
By: p@trice : June 3rd, 2013-23:24
Awesome sharing ! Best Patrice
Great post
By: long71 : June 6th, 2013-06:20
The balance between striving for the greatest degree of orginal condition and the preservation of horological heritage is not straightforward to my mind. Rare and distinguished calibres such as yours should not be discarded as worthless even if separated ...
Ouch! To have found an original of these!!
By: Ancienne Le Brassus : December 29th, 2013-05:19
This is very nice! These are very rare pieces! I had a chance to purchase one about 6 years ago and didn't know what I was looking at, and passed it ! Kicking myself since! :) Do show us more photos once you've strapped it on the wrist! S
Great get!
By: Bill Sohne : December 29th, 2013-05:19
Hi Where did you find it ? Any pics of the back of the case or movement? Looking forward to seeing more of it. Bill
Found in Zurich
By: Goldenlutin : December 29th, 2013-05:45
Hi, I bought it in Zurich. I still have to clean the movement and to buy a strap. Yes, I was quite lucky to find one :))) Best,
Well done!
By: Tony C. : January 3rd, 2014-21:44
You were indeed lucky to find such a nice example, and I am happy to have played a small role in your quest. Cheers, Tony C.
Great write-up of an even greater journey.
By: patrick_y : December 29th, 2013-09:52
Seems like someone's found a very happy marriage. The movement looks like it was made for this OMEGA case! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for bringing Tony's article . . .
By: Dr No : July 5th, 2020-15:21
. . . back to the prominence it deserves! I did remember it, but read all the way thru just as if I'd never read it before. Quite a project; it was a true labor of love. Art