February Melbourne WatchBand GTG
After last years 'breakup' we decided to get together again in 2013. Lots of great conversation and catching up as usual. Here are a few snaps from the evening, although I spent too much time talking and didn't try on many. And we finished with an in-dept...
Gosh, that Seamaster Calendar looks . . .
. . . practically brand spanking new! Unusual to see a steel model in such pristine condition. '55?
That particular watch...
is a project / franken watch of mine. The only thing vintage about it is the movement. Case, dial, hands, crown, all are unused (but correct for the model) Omega service parts. Not really one for the 'purists', but still wears very nicely, IMHO. grumio ...
Beautiful piece ....
It at not be a vestal but its pure enough to me. It seems to be big. What is the case size? Cheers Nilo
It's 34mm only.
The most common size for Seamasters of the period. 36mm was the 'jumbo' size. Must be my small(ish) wrist that makes it look big. It does have fairly substantial lugs, which give a little more presence. grumio
Ah, popping fresh . . .
. . . from the parts bin! A valid counterpoint to my aged and withered '56 American issue model . . . . . . that's currently undergoing restoration. ...
A little aged and withered perhaps...
But still has potential. Look forward to seeing how it ends up after restoration. grumio
Waiting for my acquisition to come back from repair...
...and a little TLC! This is a very early, and except for the crown, original example. Movement is from '53 or so. ...
Even Aussies can't survive on beer alone ...
.... forever. The WatchBand seem to have gone upmarket this year. You were missed and hopefully we can catch up next month. Andrew
