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stevestil · 25 January 2023, 05:51 AM

Who cares what your “social circle” thinks?

Having said that, there are many other Omegas I’d buy for the money. I personally hate the bracelet on the NTTD and that’s why I picked up a black seamaster on rubber. Truly a fantastic watch that is on par with some of my rolex and gets more wrist time than any other watch I have.

Also, the fact that most of my social circle only knows about rolex thanks to instagram, I actually prefer wearing the omega around them lol

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AdamW · 25 January 2023, 06:34 AM

Gosh this post makes me sad. As others have said, buy what you love. But if you love the admiration of your friends because of the watch you wear, time for some self assessment.

SvenNikolai · 25 January 2023, 06:58 AM

Consider yourself lucky to own this amazing watch. Wear and enjoy them to the fullest.

GST15 · 25 January 2023, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by vikzzz

I was transiting through Dubai airport recently and picked up the new 007 edition seamaster. Costed around $9000 or so in USD.

Now I wonder if I made a mistake because some of the Rollies can be had for roughly 10k. Also most of my social circle doesn't know much about Omegas or the 007 edition. The same seamaster seems to run for about 4-5k.

Thoughts?

I agree with you

BNA/LION · 25 January 2023, 08:29 AM

If you like it, who cares what others have or think.

A ROLEX is beautiful watch too, I'm not sure what a "rollie" is.

Gladiat0r · 27 January 2023, 01:23 AM

Who cares about others? I know of people, myself included, and many more with vast highly expensive watch collections on this forum, that are just as excited over an Omega as they are with a Patek Phillipe.

In fact, my last 2 purchases are Omegas and I’m still lusting for a Bond watch and a few Speedmasters.

Trust me, it feels great to “show off” your flashy “Rollie” or get some clout when people notice the AP on your wrist, but that wears off very quickly and you have to be happy with what YOU find appealing. Plus, you would be surprised how few people care about a submariner since it’s the “it” watch for the past 30 years..and that those who are watch collectors and fans may actually respect you more for having something a bit unique and different from the crowd.

Justinmg · 27 January 2023, 09:12 AM

Sad that people buy a watch for status. I’d sell it and get a Rolex! One of my favorite features of my PO, is no one knows what it is unless they are a watch person.

Justinmg · 27 January 2023, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Gladiat0r

Who cares about others? I know of people, myself included, and many more with vast highly expensive watch collections on this forum, that are just as excited over an Omega as they are with a Patek Phillipe.

In fact, my last 2 purchases are Omegas and I’m still lusting for a Bond watch and a few Speedmasters.

Trust me, it feels great to “show off” your flashy “Rollie” or get some clout when people notice the AP on your wrist, but that wears off very quickly and you have to be happy with what YOU find appealing. Plus, you would be surprised how few people care about a submariner since it’s the “it” watch for the past 30 years..and that those who are watch collectors and fans may actually respect you more for having something a bit unique and different from the crowd.

Swoop · 27 January 2023, 05:42 PM

you spend 9k on a watch...not being sure if you even want it , then you are worried about social circle opinions... is this for real?

wear a watch you like, or educate your friends if you like.

if you can drop 9k without putting much thought in, you can probably afford to go out and source a Rolex as well.

But maybe you should spend some more time thinking about what you really might value- maybe even a step up to VC/AP/Patek.

........or just become the circle and stick with rolex ....

T.Stanley · 29 January 2023, 01:39 AM

Watch is now discontinued.

donas · 29 January 2023, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by T.Stanley

Watch is now discontinued.

It is?

T.Stanley · 29 January 2023, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by donas

It is?

Visited My AD yesterday. They got notice it will no longer be produced.

donas · 29 January 2023, 01:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by T.Stanley

Visited My AD yesterday. They got notice it will no longer be produced.

Well crap, It's been on my list for a while but never pulled the trigger. The way the word "discontinued" affect the price, I guess I won't be seeing that one in my collection

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Hey OP, since your friends don't like yours can I have it?

T.Stanley · 29 January 2023, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by donas

Hey OP, since your friends don't like yours can I have it?

Donas will pay it forward.

donas · 29 January 2023, 02:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by T.Stanley

Donas will pay it forward.

Yup...promise

Daytonaboy1977 · 29 January 2023, 03:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by T.Stanley

Visited My AD yesterday. They got notice it will no longer be produced.

Was this directly from Omega? Quite surprised they would have discontinued it already as there is no sign of a new bond or bond film yet.

T.Stanley · 29 January 2023, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daytonaboy1977

Was this directly from Omega? Quite surprised they would have discontinued it already as there is no sign of a new bond or bond film yet.

Omega AD that is building a Boutique. They just released the 60th Bond.

Navin Johnson · 29 January 2023, 06:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by T.Stanley

Visited My AD yesterday. They got notice it will no longer be produced.

When I bought mine at the beginning of the year I was told that it wouldn’t be available much longer, so this is probably accurate.

texasmade · 29 January 2023, 07:03 AM

Everything gets discontinued eventually. I thought this watch would be around through another couple of years at least but I guess not.

AJMarcus · 29 January 2023, 08:38 AM

Mods-please delete this entry. Thanks

AJMarcus · 29 January 2023, 08:40 AM

The day your friends buy you a luxury watch maybe then you could allow them to opine on your choice. Otherwise, forget about it. Your money your choice. You bought it because YOU liked it. End of story. Enjoy it. It’s a great piece.

John Sheridan · 29 January 2023, 09:32 AM

Have you thought about changing friends?

RichieLussoTimepiece · 1 February 2023, 07:42 PM

Just buy things you like and want to wear. Dont worry about anyone else. You could wear a $200 watch and get more compliments on it then a Rolex just based on how it looks. Omega is one of the most recognizable brands out there and in my opinion has some things better then Rolex. We all know most people buy Rolex for that clout but in my opinion you should be happy to be that person in your group thats different. I would take that Omega over many Rolex’s and most people and watch enthusiasts will know what you have on. If you like it and it looks good on you who cares about all that outside B.S!

bigbaddom3 · 3 February 2023, 01:33 AM

That’s a great watch, you really don’t have to go for what your social circle is familiar with. Maybe you have a secret admiration for Rolex, if that’s the case then you should do a swap. But as for me, I’m rocking my Omega and make sure my social circle know about it from my wrist.

25 January 2023, 05:51 AM	#31
stevestil "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Real Name: Steve Location: NYC Posts: 581	Bought the 007 edition but now thinking.. Who cares what your “social circle” thinks? Having said that, there are many other Omegas I’d buy for the money. I personally hate the bracelet on the NTTD and that’s why I picked up a black seamaster on rubber. Truly a fantastic watch that is on par with some of my rolex and gets more wrist time than any other watch I have. Also, the fact that most of my social circle only knows about rolex thanks to instagram, I actually prefer wearing the omega around them lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

25 January 2023, 06:34 AM	#32
AdamW 2023 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Adam Location: In my head Watch: this space Posts: 768	Gosh this post makes me sad. As others have said, buy what you love. But if you love the admiration of your friends because of the watch you wear, time for some self assessment. __________________ Adam " I don't have a microwave oven but I do have a clock that occasionally cooks $h!t" - Mitch Hedburgh

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25 January 2023, 06:58 AM	#33
SvenNikolai "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Uhrenversium Posts: 32	Consider yourself lucky to own this amazing watch. Wear and enjoy them to the fullest.

27 January 2023, 01:23 AM	#36
Gladiat0r "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: East Coast USA Posts: 295	Who cares about others? I know of people, myself included, and many more with vast highly expensive watch collections on this forum, that are just as excited over an Omega as they are with a Patek Phillipe. In fact, my last 2 purchases are Omegas and I’m still lusting for a Bond watch and a few Speedmasters. Trust me, it feels great to “show off” your flashy “Rollie” or get some clout when people notice the AP on your wrist, but that wears off very quickly and you have to be happy with what YOU find appealing. Plus, you would be surprised how few people care about a submariner since it’s the “it” watch for the past 30 years..and that those who are watch collectors and fans may actually respect you more for having something a bit unique and different from the crowd.

27 January 2023, 05:42 PM	#39
Swoop "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: australia Posts: 37	you spend 9k on a watch...not being sure if you even want it , then you are worried about social circle opinions... is this for real? wear a watch you like, or educate your friends if you like. if you can drop 9k without putting much thought in, you can probably afford to go out and source a Rolex as well. But maybe you should spend some more time thinking about what you really might value- maybe even a step up to VC/AP/Patek. ........or just become the circle and stick with rolex ....

29 January 2023, 01:39 AM	#40
T.Stanley "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: California Posts: 91	Watch is now discontinued.

29 January 2023, 07:03 AM	#49
texasmade "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Real Name: Robert Location: Lone Star State Watch: AP RO 15400, FOIS Posts: 2,191	Everything gets discontinued eventually. I thought this watch would be around through another couple of years at least but I guess not.

29 January 2023, 08:38 AM	#50
AJMarcus 2023 Rolex DAYTONA Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 4,806	Mods-please delete this entry. Thanks

29 January 2023, 08:40 AM	#51
AJMarcus 2023 Rolex DAYTONA Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 4,806	The day your friends buy you a luxury watch maybe then you could allow them to opine on your choice. Otherwise, forget about it. Your money your choice. You bought it because YOU liked it. End of story. Enjoy it. It’s a great piece.

29 January 2023, 09:32 AM	#52
John Sheridan "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: New Zealand Posts: 43	Have you thought about changing friends?

1 February 2023, 07:42 PM	#53
RichieLussoTimepiece 2023 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2022 Real Name: Richard Location: Connecticut Watch: Rolex Datejust Posts: 86	Just buy things you like and want to wear. Dont worry about anyone else. You could wear a $200 watch and get more compliments on it then a Rolex just based on how it looks. Omega is one of the most recognizable brands out there and in my opinion has some things better then Rolex. We all know most people buy Rolex for that clout but in my opinion you should be happy to be that person in your group thats different. I would take that Omega over many Rolex’s and most people and watch enthusiasts will know what you have on. If you like it and it looks good on you who cares about all that outside B.S!

3 February 2023, 01:33 AM	#54
bigbaddom3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 79	That’s a great watch, you really don’t have to go for what your social circle is familiar with. Maybe you have a secret admiration for Rolex, if that’s the case then you should do a swap. But as for me, I’m rocking my Omega and make sure my social circle know about it from my wrist.

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