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007Sub · 28 October 2013, 02:20 AM

Its a 1968 transitional! Many thanks to John for teaching me about these! I'm loving it so far!

eeh100773 · 28 October 2013, 02:22 AM

That's a beauty - real big fan of the NATO...well played.

tinger · 28 October 2013, 02:26 AM

Nice Greg, congrats!

wingku · 28 October 2013, 03:00 AM

Congrats Greg! love the Omega logo is actually not a print but put on top of the dial! Well done!

flyinghell34 · 28 October 2013, 05:01 AM

Not a bad place to start at all. Nice addition to the collection.

007Sub · 28 October 2013, 05:19 AM

Thanks all!

I stopped at a local omega AD today to see if they could resize the original bracelet for me... unfortunately my small wrists made it an impossibility... Does anyone know if permanent links can be taken out of these old steel bracelets? I have no problems sporting the nato for now though!

I took some fun shots of it next to a new one. Gotta love the old dial! But of course they are all beautiful!

damo_t · 28 October 2013, 07:23 AM

Awesome piece! Congrats!

pdoukas · 28 October 2013, 07:49 AM

Love the transitionals and the applied logo. I purchased what I thought was a 68 transitional but turned out to be a 67 .012. It's getting serviced right now so I can hardly contain myself waiting for it. Yours looks great! I'm considering a hirsch Medici with a deployment. Have you thought about anything like that?

007Sub · 28 October 2013, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by pdoukas

Love the transitionals and the applied logo. I purchased what I thought was a 68 transitional but turned out to be a 67 .012. It's getting serviced right now so I can hardly contain myself waiting for it. Yours looks great! I'm considering a hirsch Medici with a deployment. Have you thought about anything like that?

I definitely want to get a leather band for this... not sure what to get though!! I'm not crazy about the 20/16 stock omega stuff.. 20/18 is fine but also considering one of those worn vintage suedes like this: http://www.bulangandsons.com/shop/

Sous · 28 October 2013, 10:59 AM

Beautiful Speedy, Greg, congrats

Can I ask the more experience collectors here what the market value is for these models?

A local seller has one--all original except the hands, which are newer Omega replaced hands. His also has the applied logo dial. He's asking $3000. The watch is in very good condition, but 3k seems high. But to be honest, I'm not entirely sure what the FMV for these is.

mrhy · 28 October 2013, 11:22 AM

Very nice congrats

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pdoukas · 28 October 2013, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Sous

Beautiful Speedy, Greg, congrats

Can I ask the more experience collectors here what the market value is for these models?

A local seller has one--all original except the hands, which are newer Omega replaced hands. His also has the applied logo dial. He's asking $3000. The watch is in very good condition, but 3k seems high. But to be honest, I'm not entirely sure what the FMV for these is.

I've been following the 68s for several months. In my opinion, 3k, serviced, with 1039 bracelet, and dot over 90 insert is about right. 1039 bracelet in good condition is going to be 5 hundred. A good chrono service will be 450. Dot over 90 insert in good condition 400. Right now, the transitionals are a sellers market.

pdoukas · 28 October 2013, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by 007Sub

I definitely want to get a leather band for this... not sure what to get though!! I'm not crazy about the 20/16 stock omega stuff.. 20/18 is fine but also considering one of those worn vintage suedes like this: http://www.bulangandsons.com/shop/

The reason I'm liking the hirsch is that the leather goes all the way to the case. There is no gap from lack of end links. Still though, I'm not sure what I'm going to get. I have at least a month to decide. It's at ABC getting a service, so I'll just have to wait.

36475koz · 28 October 2013, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 007Sub

I definitely want to get a leather band for this... not sure what to get though!! I'm not crazy about the 20/16 stock omega stuff.. 20/18 is fine but also considering one of those worn vintage suedes like this: http://www.bulangandsons.com/shop/

Maybe check out Jedly's straps. Very sharp.

Great looking transitional. Wear it in good health!

BNA/LION · 28 October 2013, 11:52 AM

SWEET 1968 transitional!

007Sub · 28 October 2013, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by pdoukas

The reason I'm liking the hirsch is that the leather goes all the way to the case. There is no gap from lack of end links. Still though, I'm not sure what I'm going to get. I have at least a month to decide. It's at ABC getting a service, so I'll just have to wait.

I'm not sure how I feel about the leather going all the way to the case... i kind of like the space to be honest.. it makes the watch head a little more pronounced to me. But maybe thats just me. You must be dying to get yours back!

007Sub · 28 October 2013, 12:08 PM

Thanks all for your compliments on the watch. I have to say I am super happy I got this and highly recommend a transitional to any who might be considering one!

Pete, make sure to send photos when you get it back!

Btw... does anyone know if the vintage rolex service guys (Namely, Bob Ridley and Rikki) service these as well?

Urosfan · 28 October 2013, 12:15 PM

Nice congrats

pdoukas · 28 October 2013, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by 007Sub

Thanks all for your compliments on the watch. I have to say I am super happy I got this and highly recommend a transitional to any who might be considering one!

Pete, make sure to send photos when you get it back!

Btw... does anyone know if the vintage rolex service guys (Namely, Bob Ridley and Rikki) service these as well?

I know Rikki will, not sure about Bob

36475koz · 28 October 2013, 12:41 PM

Have had an overhaul done on a 1969 cal. 861 by ABC Watchwerks in LA. Dalton and Alex do some outstanding work. Lots of info on them on the forum.

bsandiford · 28 October 2013, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 007Sub

I definitely want to get a leather band for this... not sure what to get though!! I'm not crazy about the 20/16 stock omega stuff.. 20/18 is fine but also considering one of those worn vintage suedes like this: http://www.bulangandsons.com/shop/

Have a look at a company called 'dangerous9 straps' in Germany. They do custom made luxury straps. I got a beautiful ostrich and sea snake one for my speedmaster.

FeelingTheBlues · 28 October 2013, 09:01 PM

Beautiful watch! Congratulations!

yld2rob · 28 October 2013, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 007Sub

Its a 1968 transitional! Many thanks to John for teaching me about these! I'm loving it so far!

Looks great. This is what I am looking for.

Bruin Watch · 29 October 2013, 03:48 AM

Another nod to ABC Watchwerks. Took my Speedmaster Date there for a service and bezel change - quick job, yet very well done by Dalton.

007Sub · 29 October 2013, 03:51 AM

For those who have used ABC watchwerks.. whats the typical turn around time?

Does anyone know if one can remove permanent links from these old bracelets?

Thanks all!

watchcrank · 29 October 2013, 06:45 AM

Nice Omega, wear it in good health! m

vitalsignsrn · 29 October 2013, 06:50 AM

Wow...nice watch! What great condition its in too.. :-) Congratulations.

sea-dweller · 29 October 2013, 12:08 PM

Congrats!

Bruin Watch · 29 October 2013, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 007Sub

For those who have used ABC watchwerks.. whats the typical turn around time?

Does anyone know if one can remove permanent links from these old bracelets?

Thanks all!

007,

Not sure about the permanent links question, but I would reach out to Dalton to get some answers to your questions. Last time I dropped off the watch (I'm already in the LA area like they are), it took 1-2 weeks for the work to get done, which I thought was reasonable.

Best of luck.

007Sub · 30 October 2013, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Bruin Watch

007,

Not sure about the permanent links question, but I would reach out to Dalton to get some answers to your questions. Last time I dropped off the watch (I'm already in the LA area like they are), it took 1-2 weeks for the work to get done, which I thought was reasonable.

Best of luck.

Thanks!

28 October 2013, 02:22 AM	#2
eeh100773 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: "Fast" Eddie Location: Asbury Park NJ Watch: 14060 T Series '96 Posts: 1,482	That's a beauty - real big fan of the NATO...well played. __________________ Instagram: @clocksontherocks

28 October 2013, 11:52 AM	#15
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,206	SWEET 1968 transitional! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

28 October 2013, 12:08 PM	#17
007Sub "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Greg Location: USA Watch: 5514 Posts: 1,630	Thanks all for your compliments on the watch. I have to say I am super happy I got this and highly recommend a transitional to any who might be considering one! Pete, make sure to send photos when you get it back! Btw... does anyone know if the vintage rolex service guys (Namely, Bob Ridley and Rikki) service these as well? __________________ @true_patina @true.dome

28 October 2013, 09:01 PM	#22
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Beautiful watch! Congratulations! __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

29 October 2013, 03:51 AM	#25
007Sub "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Greg Location: USA Watch: 5514 Posts: 1,630	For those who have used ABC watchwerks.. whats the typical turn around time? Does anyone know if one can remove permanent links from these old bracelets? Thanks all! __________________ @true_patina @true.dome

28 October 2013, 02:26 AM	#3
tinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: weehawken Posts: 847	Nice Greg, congrats!

28 October 2013, 03:00 AM	#4
wingku "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Wing Location: Calgary,AB,Canada Watch: the World unfold Posts: 1,019	Congrats Greg! love the Omega logo is actually not a print but put on top of the dial! Well done!

28 October 2013, 05:01 AM	#5
flyinghell34 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Napoli Posts: 304	Not a bad place to start at all. Nice addition to the collection.

28 October 2013, 07:23 AM	#7
damo_t "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 16800, 94110 Posts: 349	Awesome piece! Congrats!

28 October 2013, 07:49 AM	#8
pdoukas "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Pete Location: Arizona Watch: ing Duke bball Posts: 1,488	Love the transitionals and the applied logo. I purchased what I thought was a 68 transitional but turned out to be a 67 .012. It's getting serviced right now so I can hardly contain myself waiting for it. Yours looks great! I'm considering a hirsch Medici with a deployment. Have you thought about anything like that?

28 October 2013, 10:59 AM	#10
Sous "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 307	Beautiful Speedy, Greg, congrats Can I ask the more experience collectors here what the market value is for these models? A local seller has one--all original except the hands, which are newer Omega replaced hands. His also has the applied logo dial. He's asking $3000. The watch is in very good condition, but 3k seems high. But to be honest, I'm not entirely sure what the FMV for these is.

28 October 2013, 11:22 AM	#11
mrhy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: new york Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,383	Very nice congrats Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk - now Free

28 October 2013, 12:15 PM	#18
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,184	Nice congrats

28 October 2013, 12:41 PM	#20
36475koz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Bill Location: Chicago, USA Posts: 193	Have had an overhaul done on a 1969 cal. 861 by ABC Watchwerks in LA. Dalton and Alex do some outstanding work. Lots of info on them on the forum.

29 October 2013, 03:48 AM	#24
Bruin Watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: LAX DFW Watch: RolexOmegaCartier Posts: 812	Another nod to ABC Watchwerks. Took my Speedmaster Date there for a service and bezel change - quick job, yet very well done by Dalton.

29 October 2013, 06:45 AM	#26
watchcrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: michael Location: Florida Watch: explorer II cream Posts: 1,661	Nice Omega, wear it in good health! m

29 October 2013, 06:50 AM	#27
vitalsignsrn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Judy Location: Ontario Watch: 116234 - 14060M Posts: 4,607	Wow...nice watch! What great condition its in too.. :-) Congratulations.

29 October 2013, 12:08 PM	#28
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Congrats!

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