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your collection is amazing š
Lange is the biggest turnaround as many pieces used to be in stock and not moving. I am surprised that, even clients like you with an extensive collection, need to buy more to qualify for something !
I have two Lange (Lange 1 and 1815) and don't need anything else. All seems to be way overpriced like the new Odysseus and you can't even get it unless you accept a boundle.
Not at the same level but also have enough pieces of pretty much everything but of course always keeping an eye open for new things šafter a big break already had several incomings this year and very happy with my friendly ADs. No interest in starting from 0 at boutiques.
Itās really quite goodā¦
Omega I meant. They have this CK859 and is taking deposits, delivery in about a month. Congrats to some forum members here who got it, you got a nice watch and I love it. This one has a number 11xx so that means Omega is starting to crank them out. This B...
Youāre welcomeā¦after this I called my OB and asked about the CK859ā¦
They also received one and next is mine, and it will be here this Sat or Mon, woohoo š šš»š
Seems to be the common theme as of late at the boutiques.
When everyone goes to boutique only and ADs are phased out it will get real interesting. That's why I'm building my relationships with the Indies.
Yes, due to business too goodā¦.
Good for you, still one of the earlier adopters with Independents.
Next time you're in Boston...
...you might want to visit the second-hand dealer named after a continent across the Atlantic Ocean. They have some incredible stuff these days...
I actually did and familiar with themā¦
Here is what I triedā¦oh my lordā¦this is the dream watch that I always wanted. I even went to SCLā¦and tried on a WG piece and the famous Datograph PC I always hesitate which dream PCC to get and now the picture is clear for me. PP is the one, so time to sa...
: ) I get emails all the time of new stock...
...they have some really insane stuff these days...
Same hereā¦.Totally insaneā¦their new office is nice and hugeā¦
Business must be booming like crazy, good for them to be in the right place, right time.
Yea wait and see till all the 17 year olds bitcoin mining weirdos (no offense to anyone) drop down 100 dollar bills and start buying them together with their swatch baby bro!
That being said. First I like your patek Iāve been eyeing it a lot but I donāt have any relationship with patek and Iām still debating patek vs independent unique pieces. For Lange and vacheron I saw a lot of the models you can get on the 2nd market cheap...
Many of us who missed the boat are wishing for it to crash š š
If I can predict what the trend is, I probably am too busy making $$$ and wonāt be here on social media. This 7234R at 37.5mm is a great size but the marketing label it as ladies watch kills it, which PP corrected it for their 7234G version. I hope they u...
Vc 1921.36.5
I'm a big fan of this size in RG. For me I find RG flashy, but in this smaller format ,and the style of the historique, it has a cool vintage feel. I haven't sprung for it as I still don't see myself putting on a rg watch. Yet - Kevin Btw- that bronze gol...
This watch comes with a red and brown strap so can be shared with my ābossā
I think it is a cool watch tbhā¦who knows it might be my first entrance fee to pay VC for future references. The Chronoscope scales arenāt that busy if you know where to look. If not using the function, youāre not looking anyways so overall package still l...
I knew it was only a matter of time for you, Raymond!
Knowing your collection and taste, I had anticipated that you would acquire the CK 859! I received the call Tuesday from the OB that my piece has arrived. Unfortunately, Iām on assignment in Kansas City and wonāt fly back to āBahstonā until tomorrow night...
āBahstonāā¦lololol šš»
Congrats Mach on your CK859 too. This watch at itās retail is a no brainer to me considering all the quantities it comes with. At least Omega is willing to accept a deposit and work with any walk in customer. This is going to be a huge community watch. I ...
Home is where the heart is, Raymond
And with you, itās been Omega all along. Sorry to hear about the underwhelming experiences at other brand boutiques, but I guess some of that also has to do from fatigue from the sales staff not being able to serve and fulfill their clients and prospects ...
Thank you Alexā¦
I was prepared for this and just want to experience it myself. It is true I cannot imagine how many customers who just wants the hype and hot stuff and were shocked or furious at the rejection, sorry for the poor salespeople š I will let him know your kin...
Superb post
I read quick, but i will resume reading your post better later this day. Pistache Breitling, friendly Omega, i want more.
I am focussed on the Omega
It is the favorite of the watches you post. I go to reply on dr No his reply, cause the Omega is food for talk.
What a wonderful post, and thank you for this review of your experiences, not to mention the watches.
Nice to know that they are producing more CK859! The staff at the Omega London boutique were exceptionally friendly, and actually quite similar to my experiences at the London Patek salon. Can I just compliment you on your 7234R! Such a beautiful timepiec...
This is the first time Iām using the full potential of the 7234Rā¦
Travel Time and it is so easy to use. Glad my experience offer some glimpse of the current fuzzy state of watch collecting. Thanks my friend
I just found out this CK859 is a limited edition of 2939!!!
Do you know this? I just got the call and the warranty card says itās xxx/2939.
I did not even properly look at the warranty card! š
No did not know, though I assumed there would be an eventual limit given it is a speciality piece. Would be interested to know why 2939. 39 I guess because it is based on the original 1939 model, but 29? Many congrats by the way!!! I haven't stopped weari...
Check your warranty cardā¦
It says it on there but the case back scribed Numbered Editionā¦very intriguing.
I just looked but I must be going blind.
the front has the ref, watch no, jeweller, and date (and a number below the date). The back just has writing and a QR code.
I know why, and thank you for this.
I just now realised I was only given the warranty and chronometer cards. I have just sent an email to the boutique to investigate. Strange they had missed this particularly as it was the only watch they had at the store. Of course I should have been more ...
Really hate the snobbishnessā¦
In any case, i have more luck here in Singapore with richemont boutiques.
Super interesting post
Irrespective of (Omegaās professional) stance and behavior, I find the CK859 a true marvel in its own right. Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks for this superb report.
Same as you I feel more and more "disturbed" by the selling practices of some brands and thus appreciate more the customer friendliness of brands like Omega. The CK859 is a very interesting piece and I am eager to discover it at my AD.
Maybe like others mentioned, they are under stress as wellā¦
Having to deal with every person that suddenly becomes a watch collector š Nevertheless, Omega still stands out in every boutique I visited so far. Kudos to them.
I believe it was Miki J who made the observation early on . . .
. . . that Omega guys are overwhelmingly a pleasant lot. Not surprised at all that characteristic applies to Omega, too. Art
I didnāt know
Omega launched a beauty. Thanks to Raymond his road trip. The egg white dial is just fantastic. I go check the Omega website what they post.
Congrats, Clueless!! . . .
. . . CK 859 is well on its way to being a community watch ;-) . . .
Breaking newsā¦Iām seeing this new infoā¦
xxx / 2939 limited edition on the warranty card š±
I'll bet they got the idea for issuing 2939 CK 859's . . .
. . . from the year 1939, when it was originally introduced. Overheard at Ī© HQ: "Let's offer a limited edition of 1939 total." "Nah, we'd better add a thousand more. Make it 2939."
Iām ok with 2939ā¦
But I thought they are done with limited editions after the Apollo 11 50th and didnāt do it for the Snoopy 3. Itās interesting the case back says Numbered Edition
LE
It might be a LE. First i will dive more into their history. CK 859. 70h pr, 316L steel, 15000 g anti mag, hw. There are a few things that not match wat i want, but still an interesting watch. The dial is good, but the hands could be more nicer, i am not ...
Sector dials are like that and itās less busy than a Chronoscopeā¦
Iām not a perfectionist so Iām always happy š
Congratulations, Raymond!ššš
My flight to āBahstonā just got canceled! Fortunately, Iām rescheduled on a flight to āNew Yawkā to take a detour and take delivery of mine tomorrow!š¤
My prayers were answeredā¦
I was tempted to buy on the spot if they are available š
Congrats in advanceā¦itās limited, and numbered edition šš»
great post and photos"the snobbishness" made me laugh š
Because it really reflects my experience with the boutiques. Since many brands are phasing out ADs (Lange, AP, Vacheron) things got really weird. The AP "House" looks like a museum. I asked if they had any watches available and they said "but it is by app...
Oh dear, we are in sync so we need some Resonance complication lolā¦
All in all, now itās about money talks, not passion, very sad to see this. Glad to know like yourself, I also have good Rolex and Omega luck so far. Lange is really challenging now unless Iām spending another $300-$500k again on non-limited pieces, just t...
your collection is amazing š
Lange is the biggest turnaround as many pieces used to be in stock and not moving. I am surprised that, even clients like you with an extensive collection, need to buy more to qualify for something ! I have two Lange (Lange 1 and 1815) and don't need anyt...