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By COUNT DE MONET · Nov 11, 2023 · 23 replies
COUNT DE MONET
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COUNT DE MONET's post highlights a common dilemma for watch enthusiasts: how a watch appears online versus in person. His experience with the Omega Railmaster demonstrates that initial impressions, especially when based on digital images or comparisons to other brands like Rolex, can be misleading. This article explores the nuances of the Omega Railmaster's appeal, as revealed through community discussion.

This Omega rocks, guys.



I told a friend of my new Omega and asked him to look it up on the internet, as I didn't have time to show it to him some time soon.



"Naaah! You know I don't like watches that look like a Rolex Explorer. That bezel, that dial. Naah!", he said after looking it up.



But, when I showed him the Railmaster in real, he was quite surprised that it looked very nice! A great Saturday night to all good people here! This is, how mine wil look like:



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CP
Cpt Scarlet
Nov 11, 2023

This design is pure class πŸ˜‰ πŸ₯‚

DR
Dr No
Nov 11, 2023

. . . Railmaster. Count me in . . . . . . the Rail camp.

CO
COUNT DE MONET
Nov 11, 2023

It has much in common with those recent, colourful Rolex Oyster Precisions, but this one was before those Rolex. ☝️

CP
Cpt Scarlet
Nov 11, 2023

and you’re certainly rocking those trousers dear friend πŸ˜‰

DR
Dr No
Nov 11, 2023

. . . and truly. Firstly on account of expected entertainment and travel expenses next year, but also because I've reached a saturation point. I'm like the guy at the buffet who stops eating because he's full. My targets now are [1] a modern Omega with a manual wind movement (other than the rejuvenated cal 321) and [2] an exquisite manual wind - vintage Patek 9"'-90, original ALS 1815, et al. And I'm willing to postpone those acquisitions 'til 2025 or later. Of course, should opportunity strike,

DR
Dr No
Nov 11, 2023

. . . but it would have to be at an exceptionally agreeable price. Most of my valuable vintage Omegas were acquired at or above market . . . I'm done with paying full boat.

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