Two 1964 Omega De Ville Ref. 135.0020 & 136.0020

Key Points from the Discussion

• Collecting watches from a specific birth year, such as 1964, is a popular and rewarding theme among enthusiasts, often leading to diverse collections of models from that period.
• The discussion around forming a 'Purists64' club for collectors born in 1964 highlights the community aspect and shared interests within watch collecting.
• The author shares his simple yet effective photography setup, using a white paper box, a garage lamp with baking paper, and an old Canon Powershot S2IS with supermacro, demonstrating that high-quality watch photography doesn't require expensive equipment.
• The concept of an 'amicale' (a more exclusive, snobbish association) versus a broader 'association' for watch collectors was debated, touching on the social dynamics of enthusiast groups.