I chose this chronograph

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Re: I chose this chronograph

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vikingdrvr wrote:what took you so long to decide? :lol: :lol:
I didn't take long to decide, just to announce it on the forum. :lol: Bought it the day after the first thread.
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Re: I chose this chronograph

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Wis wrote:
vikingdrvr wrote:what took you so long to decide? :lol: :lol:
I didn't take long to decide, just to announce it on the forum. :lol: Bought it the day after the first thread.
I realized that...was just trying to be humorous. Very well done, I'd love to add one of those someday :thumbup:
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Re: I chose this chronograph

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Wis wrote: It is quite a boring choice. Unspectacular non-hacking hand wound movement, old design, low WR, plexi crystal.
Thanks for that. If I am ever mugged while wearing my Speedy, I shall be sure and tell the bad guy exactly this.
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Re: I chose this chronograph

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As with everyone else, I will say "excellent choice!"

Never owned a manual wind Speedie, but I currently own two automatic versions (Broad Arrow and MkII re-edition). I previously owned a reduced model but sold it because it was a wee bit small for my taste and have often wondered whether I should get a full sized one. Maybe one day...

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Re: I chose this chronograph

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Welcome to the Speedy Club.

Great watch, great history!
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gwells wrote:as the templar knight in indiana jones said...

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Brilliant Greg !!! :D

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Re: I chose this chronograph

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Congratulations on getting such an iconic Omega.
Enjoy it :)

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The Speedmaster Professional, a living legend. Congratulations. :thumbup:
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You can't go wrong with a classic. :thumbup:
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Re: I chose this chronograph

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Fantastic choice. Enjoy. :thumbup:

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Re: I chose this chronograph

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Congratulations. I like Speedmasters!
But I am biased.
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Re: I chose this chronograph

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Fantastic choice......also biased :)
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Re: I chose this chronograph

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Biased too, mine says hi.

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Re: I chose this chronograph

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Thanks everyone. It IS a great watch. There are many subtleties, like the mirror polish on the upper part of the lugs, the light playing in the plexi, the different shades of grey on the dial according to how light hits it. It just looks great, doesn't it. And when you realize what rigours NASA put it through, you know that it will keep performing for you no matter what.
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