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JJ Irani · 2 October 2007, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by frostie

JJ i never knew that you were an omega owner.

OMEGA make a superb watch - excellent value for money. But resale on them sucks.

Owned several over my watch wheeling and dealing years!!

frostie · 2 October 2007, 06:25 AM

yeah i know that you are a big flipper. Actually i thought that omega had good resale value. I do like them as watches a lot. The only watches i would wear except rolex watches are omega and panerai

JJ Irani · 2 October 2007, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by frostie

yeah i know that you are a big flipper. Actually i thought that omega had good resale value. I do like them as watches a lot. The only watches i would wear except rolex watches are omega and panerai

Except for Rolex, resale value on virtually all SWISS watches out there sucks....unless you happen to have a very rare vintage model.

JJ

explodingtaco · 2 October 2007, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Except for Rolex, resale value on virtually all SWISS watches out there sucks....unless you happen to have a very rare vintage model.

JJ

Or the right Patek

frostie · 2 October 2007, 08:18 AM

I totally agree with you guys. Pateks have good resale value

leopardprey · 4 October 2007, 05:22 AM

Would agree, the resale value on Patek's Aquanauts and Nauticas are better than Rolex. At least that is what I saw in Asia.

Also, some of the Panerai models have very good resale value.

The other thing to consider is this as well, many other Swiss Watches, you can buy at 25% to 40% off retail. Where as with Rolex, 10% is about as good as you can get.

But generally overall, Rolex watches will sell easier. This I think has to do with the general public acceptance and knowledge of Rolex being the best in their minds. There are many other watch companies that make far superior watches compared to Rolex, but unless you are a WIS, you will not recognize this - thus a smaller portion of the population as potential buyers.

The Engineer · 7 October 2007, 01:06 PM

JJ The 45 orange goes great with a orange Ralph Lauren polo and blue jeans. Its a fantastic watch well worth the cost I've gotten a lot of compliments on mine.

JJ Irani · 7 October 2007, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by The Engineer

JJ The 45 orange goes great with a orange Ralph Lauren polo and blue jeans. Its a fantastic watch well worth the cost I've gotten a lot of compliments on mine.

Yes, it certainly is a well-engineered watch. The orange may or may not appeal too all and sundry....but it's one helluva superb watch.

Very heavy though....at a massive 222 grams with all links intact!!

Perdu · 23 November 2007, 05:39 AM

I really like this watch, although I prefer the black bezel version. The 45.5mm watch becomes light when you put a leather or rubber strap on it. Most of the weight is in that metal bracelet.

Perdu · 23 November 2007, 05:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

OMEGA make a superb watch - excellent value for money. But resale on them sucks.

Owned several over my watch wheeling and dealing years!!

True JJ, but if you shop around you can get up to 30% off from an AD, so the actual money you loose is about the same.

frostie · 23 November 2007, 05:42 AM

30% is way too much. Never heard of such a discount

JJ Irani · 23 November 2007, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Perdu

True JJ, but if you shop around you can get up to 30% off from an AD, so the actual money you loose is about the same.

Thanks, but no thanks.....I'll stick with Rolex ONLY!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by frostie

30% is way too much. Never heard of such a discount

It is not only possible, but a desperate AD will go as high as 40% on a NOS model which simply refuses to sell.

JJ

frostie · 23 November 2007, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Thanks, but no thanks.....I'll stick with Rolex ONLY!!

It is not only possible, but a desperate AD will go as high as 40% on a NOS model which simply refuses to sell.

JJ

Probably the next watch that i am going to buy after the GMT II C is going to be the seamaster.

TARDIS · 25 November 2007, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by frostie

Probably the next watch that i am going to buy after the GMT II C is going to be the seamaster.

Like this one?

or this one maybe?

Cheers
Steve

bodybump · 12 October 2008, 04:08 PM

JJ i tried the watch 3 days ago..it was a chronograph with an orange bezel black strap on it..and i really like it..but my wife just kinda hesitant about omega...she said just buy another Rolex....haahahahah the price i saw was $5k for the chrono

JJ Irani · 13 October 2008, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by bodybump

JJ i tried the watch 3 days ago..it was a chronograph with an orange bezel black strap on it..and i really like it..but my wife just kinda hesitant about omega...she said just buy another Rolex....haahahahah the price i saw was $5k for the chrono

I would go with your wife's advice. Stick with Rolex for that kind of money!!

RandyS · 10 December 2008, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by TARDIS

Like this one?

or this one maybe?

Cheers
Steve

which of the two has more noticeable AR coating on the crystal? what model # is that blue one?

stusrt · 30 December 2008, 02:16 AM

I wear a Planet Ocean - Super Avenger - and now a GTM-II (among many others) - just thought this shot would be good for everyone to compare.

I find the rolex very small and light - but looks great and is classic, and I don't always want something heavy.

the breitling is HUGE and draws A LOT of attention. So I don't wear it often, but sometimes I am in the mood to.

The 44mm Planet Ocean is the perfect in-between for me. But many of my friends think it's too large/heavy for them.

asadtiger · 30 December 2008, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by stusrt

I wear a Planet Ocean - Super Avenger - and now a GTM-II (among many others) - just thought this shot would be good for everyone to compare.

I find the rolex very small and light - but looks great and is classic, and I don't always want something heavy.

the breitling is HUGE and draws A LOT of attention. So I don't wear it often, but sometimes I am in the mood to.

The 44mm Planet Ocean is the perfect in-between for me. But many of my friends think it's too large/heavy for them.

great comparative shots brother!...thnx forr sharing..the PO is very beautiful..Omega is a great brand to go with..

p.s. I think you got the size wrong at 44...you meant 45.5 but even that is in-between those two others you got so its a very good comparison pic

stusrt · 30 December 2008, 11:43 PM

yes, you're right
45.5 MM

the breitling is 48.5 and about twice as thick.
I always say if someone trys to steal it, I'll knock 'em out with it!

WJGESQ · 19 February 2010, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Funny you should say that, Ed, but what really seems to bug Zemina is not so much my buying a new watch, but trading off the one she likes.

Believe me, she wasn't very happy when I knocked off the TT Blue Sub....but was somewhat pacified by the sheer beauty and exquisiteness of this baby...

She also likes my Ommie, so I'm pretty confident now that these two will stay with me....besides, they are both very new watches. The YM is a D-029xxx which means it was manufactured probably in April 05 and the Ommie is very, very new too.

So there you are....hope I've sounded convincing. Yeah, right!!

That is one good looking Rolex---even for an Omega fan like me. Is it crazy priced?

SeekerOfJustice · 25 April 2010, 10:51 PM

Hate to bring this old thread back to life but I love the orange bezel on that PO JJ. Great looking watch and nice review. I am a big fan of Omega.

JJ

Foneguy · 20 May 2010, 06:37 AM

Thanks JJ for the great review !! I'm a big fan of yours
this was going to be my next purchase

datejust1 · 20 May 2010, 06:39 AM

JJ had an OMEGA?! :OOOOO

TheLino · 3 July 2010, 03:23 AM

I was thinking of trading up the 2254 when these came out, but I just can't part with my 2254.

I guess I'll just have to add to the stable...

autofiend · 14 August 2010, 03:00 PM

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RLXSTR · 22 October 2010, 06:37 AM

JJ - Here is my PO Chrono 45.5mm. Absolutely love it.

fongpi · 31 October 2010, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Thanks, but no thanks.....I'll stick with Rolex ONLY!!

It is not only possible, but a desperate AD will go as high as 40% on a NOS model which simply refuses to sell.

JJ

Hey JJ
What does NOS mean?

FP

Mockingbird · 5 November 2010, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by fongpi

Hey JJ
What does NOS mean?

FP

New Old Stock. Basically that watch that's been sitting in the display case for six years.

Hooper · 24 December 2010, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Yes JJ. I like it a lot,think the orange bezel and numerals,give it the wow factor.If I
would nitpick,not sure with the double arrow hands,but a great looking watch.

I agree totally !!

23 November 2007, 05:39 AM	#69
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	I really like this watch, although I prefer the black bezel version. The 45.5mm watch becomes light when you put a leather or rubber strap on it. Most of the weight is in that metal bracelet. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

12 October 2008, 04:08 PM	#75
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 DATEJUST41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,225	JJ i tried the watch 3 days ago..it was a chronograph with an orange bezel black strap on it..and i really like it..but my wife just kinda hesitant about omega...she said just buy another Rolex....haahahahah the price i saw was $5k for the chrono __________________

30 December 2008, 11:43 PM	#80
stusrt "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: The Motor City Watch: too many Posts: 1,114	not 44mm yes, you're right 45.5 MM the breitling is 48.5 and about twice as thick. I always say if someone trys to steal it, I'll knock 'em out with it!

2 October 2007, 06:25 AM	#62
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	yeah i know that you are a big flipper. Actually i thought that omega had good resale value. I do like them as watches a lot. The only watches i would wear except rolex watches are omega and panerai

2 October 2007, 08:18 AM	#65
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	I totally agree with you guys. Pateks have good resale value

4 October 2007, 05:22 AM	#66
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Would agree, the resale value on Patek's Aquanauts and Nauticas are better than Rolex. At least that is what I saw in Asia. Also, some of the Panerai models have very good resale value. The other thing to consider is this as well, many other Swiss Watches, you can buy at 25% to 40% off retail. Where as with Rolex, 10% is about as good as you can get. But generally overall, Rolex watches will sell easier. This I think has to do with the general public acceptance and knowledge of Rolex being the best in their minds. There are many other watch companies that make far superior watches compared to Rolex, but unless you are a WIS, you will not recognize this - thus a smaller portion of the population as potential buyers.

7 October 2007, 01:06 PM	#67
The Engineer Banned Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Jameson Location: new york Watch: Rolex Posts: 74	JJ The 45 orange goes great with a orange Ralph Lauren polo and blue jeans. Its a fantastic watch well worth the cost I've gotten a lot of compliments on mine.

23 November 2007, 05:42 AM	#71
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	30% is way too much. Never heard of such a discount

25 April 2010, 10:51 PM	#82
SeekerOfJustice Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: JJ Location: OKC Watch: Tag Heuer Posts: 33	Hate to bring this old thread back to life but I love the orange bezel on that PO JJ. Great looking watch and nice review. I am a big fan of Omega. JJ

20 May 2010, 06:37 AM	#83
Foneguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Buddy Location: Florida Watch: 116234 Posts: 828	Thanks JJ for the great review !! I'm a big fan of yours this was going to be my next purchase

20 May 2010, 06:39 AM	#84
datejust1 Banned Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: G Location: N/A Watch: N/A Posts: 6,042	JJ had an OMEGA?! :OOOOO

3 July 2010, 03:23 AM	#85
TheLino Retired Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 196	I was thinking of trading up the 2254 when these came out, but I just can't part with my 2254. I guess I'll just have to add to the stable...

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autofiend "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 276	--error--sorry

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