Omega

I was in my mid-20s when I first saw it: the Omega Soccertimer 145.019 with Roulette bezel. It was one of those moments when you think to yourself: "this watch will be mine". And indeed, three of them did enter the collection. Whether it was back then, or...  

The condition looks excellent and the orange accents complete what is a lovely dial, congrats!

It has been some time since I’ve seen one of these, several years at least. A vintage dealer in Tokyo had a very nice one, great condition. Such a cool Omega, of which there are many from decades ago. And as you highlight, there’s so much going on colour ... 

It’s been 10 years I think since I’ve been in Denmark (and Sweden) and I’ve been talking about needing to return.

I have always loved it from the moment I saw it, which makes me ask the question. Why do I still not own one? You know something is truly perfect. When you can’t answer the question why is it perfect? But this one is! …congratulations. I’m so happy for yo... 

My bracelet is far too stretched and needs tightening, so I have it on a strap. There have been modern Omegas with the roulette style rehaut, but they are either more restrained and not as bold in the case of the bullhead or just for looks and not functio...  

…do I understand correctly that this particular SoccerTimer is THE one that you are chasing ? Please could you tell me the story and how do you recognise it ? !