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superdog · 24 March 2018, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

I respect your intention but I don't understand what's happening. Basel fair is not where brands announce new watches? They're keeping secrets now? Oh I get it.. They will release a new limited edition watch and it deserves the suspense.

I wish I could answer. Don’t know either. Just reporting what I know.

Hopefully more tomorrow.

Blokk · 24 March 2018, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

Ha. I don’t know. Good question.

And that thing sure is pretty.

Pretty sure they never meant to release info about the CK early. Unfortunately, the power of social media spoilt their best laid plans.

Blokk · 24 March 2018, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

I respect your intention but I don't understand what's happening. Basel fair is not where brands announce new watches? They're keeping secrets now? Oh I get it.. They will release a new limited edition watch and it deserves the suspense.

....and I was just going to applaud them on the restraint on LE releases this year...

WJGESQ · 24 March 2018, 12:14 PM

The WaveDial--sorely missed.

The last gen Seamasters were sad clowns. A complete faux retro disaster.

The Seamaster is cool again.

Blokk · 25 March 2018, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

I wish I could answer. Don’t know either. Just reporting what I know.

Hopefully more tomorrow.

So anything that you can tell us today buddy?

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superdog · 25 March 2018, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Blokk

So anything that you can tell us today buddy?

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I’m going there shortly. I’ll update ASAP

Dr.Brian · 25 March 2018, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

LMAO. Sorry guys. I know how you feel I do. But I have got some friends on here that would want to know about this. See sensui above.

For what it is worth, it was actually sent to me. So I have it. And the email from my contact said, that Omega asked their staff to only send it to people they trust. And it says all over it, "for internal use only".

furthermore, if I were reading this, I would have the same reaction as you. BUT, I would also want to know if more interesting things were coming out.

It’s funny you said that because I got a letter from Omega the other day, but I didn’t open it as I assumed it was a reminder to check out the website to see the new releases. Maybe I’ll have to open it.

Wesley Crusher · 25 March 2018, 12:43 PM

ArtNouveau · 25 March 2018, 01:01 PM

Superdog, I got presumably the same from my local boutique and I will also honor their request.

ap1 · 25 March 2018, 01:41 PM

Boo

Sandpit · 25 March 2018, 09:06 PM

There's a thread on omegaforum with photos of new wavy dial ATs, updated globemaster and what looks like a gem studded moonphase speedy with a white face.

Is this what the OP is referring to?

superdog · 25 March 2018, 10:35 PM

Well folks, I asked in person last night.

I got a resounding no. And I respect that from them.

Personally, I don’t get what people here are whining about.

When I hear a sequel to a movie I liked is coming out, I’m excited. I’m not pissed that I have to wait to see it. I’m looking forward to learning more and eventually seeing it.

This type of behavior only makes people keep whatever information they have to themselves in the future. It’s just not worth the potential backlash.

I just don’t get it. I’d personally be grateful for whatever information I did get.

Dr.Brian · 26 March 2018, 02:07 AM

I don’t understand their strategy of only revealing some of their new content online and apparently more at the Basel show, and then trying to limit the release of the information.
Odd plan.
I guess I’ll wait. I have to wait to read my letter as well. Maybe a secret website.
This is as dumb as applying to get the LE last year.

superdog · 26 March 2018, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

I don’t understand their strategy of only revealing some of their new content online and apparently more at the Basel show, and then trying to limit the release of the information.
Odd plan.
I guess I’ll wait. I have to wait to read my letter as well. Maybe a secret website.
This is as dumb as applying to get the LE last year.

I don’t disagree at all. Off indeed.

Wesley Crusher · 26 March 2018, 02:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr.Brian

I don’t understand their strategy of only revealing some of their new content online and apparently more at the Basel show, and then trying to limit the release of the information.
Odd plan.
I guess I’ll wait. I have to wait to read my letter as well. Maybe a secret website.
This is as dumb as applying to get the LE last year.

I agree. Very odd marketing... or lack thereof.

You’d think that Omega would want to reveal everything at Basel in order to drum up as much hype as possible, regardless if the watch is a LE or not.

FTX I · 26 March 2018, 02:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

I agree. Very odd marketing... or lack thereof.

You’d think that Omega would want to reveal everything at Basel in order to drum up as much hype as possible, regardless if the watch is a LE or not.

Fully agree and that's why the sarcasm in my post above. They're criticized for the number of LEs, and while other brands are unveiling new watches we're supposed to wait for them as if anything really special would show up. Embarrassing.

Etschell · 26 March 2018, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

I don’t disagree at all. Off indeed.

did they show you the new james bond watch?

sensui · 26 March 2018, 03:27 AM

If it means anything....I did hear from the grapevine that Omega is moving itself away from Basel and having an event/display of their own annually to show new releases. Don't know if their behavior lately @ Basel has anything to do with that or not. Time will tell.

Wesley Crusher · 26 March 2018, 04:12 AM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

Fully agree and that's why the sarcasm in my post above. They're criticized for the number of LEs, and while other brands are unveiling new watches we're supposed to wait for them as if anything really special would show up. Embarrassing.

I wonder if this is Omega's decision or if The Swatch Group has something to do with it.

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Originally Posted by sensui

If it means anything....I did hear from the grapevine that Omega is moving itself away from Basel and having an event/display of their own annually to show new releases. Don't know if their behavior lately @ Basel has anything to do with that or not. Time will tell.

Speaking of The Swatch Group, I could see them having their own annual event. They have like 20 watch brands under their name and that's certainly enough for their own event.

texasmade · 26 March 2018, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

I wonder if this is Omega's decision or if The Swatch Group has something to do with it.

Speaking of The Swatch Group, I could see them having their own annual event. They have like 20 watch brands under their name and that's certainly enough for their own event.

Sort of like Richemont and SIHH. They managed to get a few other nonRichemont brands to tag along and now it’s a pretty legitimate show. Richemont, Swatch, and AP at SIHH vs Rolex and PP at Basel.

FTX I · 29 March 2018, 12:32 AM

News?

DCheeta · 30 March 2018, 05:17 AM

Thanks for the heads-up Seth. I look forward to hearing the news when you’re able to tell us.

But... do any of the new pieces happen to start with “Speed” and end with “master”?

KBM · 30 March 2018, 05:56 AM

Hey Seth, thanks for the heads up. Let's hope the yet to be revealed pieces cause more impact than the ones so far.

As for some comments, we've had a lot of new members lately, and it takes some time to learn who's who in the forum. I completely believe you and am glad you're sharing.

WJGESQ · 30 March 2018, 10:52 AM

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Great! You’re “the source” and you’re bragging about stuff you won’t share. Bravo.

Pics from Omega Forums, so at least the folks coming to this thread have something to look at.

Is that green on the dial?

25 March 2018, 10:35 PM	#42
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,693	Well folks, I asked in person last night. I got a resounding no. And I respect that from them. Personally, I don’t get what people here are whining about. When I hear a sequel to a movie I liked is coming out, I’m excited. I’m not pissed that I have to wait to see it. I’m looking forward to learning more and eventually seeing it. This type of behavior only makes people keep whatever information they have to themselves in the future. It’s just not worth the potential backlash. I just don’t get it. I’d personally be grateful for whatever information I did get. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

26 March 2018, 02:07 AM	#43
Dr.Brian 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,900	I don’t understand their strategy of only revealing some of their new content online and apparently more at the Basel show, and then trying to limit the release of the information. Odd plan. I guess I’ll wait. I have to wait to read my letter as well. Maybe a secret website. This is as dumb as applying to get the LE last year. __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

24 March 2018, 12:14 PM	#34
WJGESQ Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 3,753	The WaveDial--sorely missed. The last gen Seamasters were sad clowns. A complete faux retro disaster. The Seamaster is cool again.

25 March 2018, 12:43 PM	#38
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ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 4,957	Superdog, I got presumably the same from my local boutique and I will also honor their request.

25 March 2018, 01:41 PM	#40
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,041	Boo

25 March 2018, 09:06 PM	#41
Sandpit "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Middle East Posts: 1,809	There's a thread on omegaforum with photos of new wavy dial ATs, updated globemaster and what looks like a gem studded moonphase speedy with a white face. Is this what the OP is referring to?

26 March 2018, 03:27 AM	#48
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	If it means anything....I did hear from the grapevine that Omega is moving itself away from Basel and having an event/display of their own annually to show new releases. Don't know if their behavior lately @ Basel has anything to do with that or not. Time will tell.

29 March 2018, 12:32 AM	#51
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,652	News?

30 March 2018, 05:17 AM	#52
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,180	Thanks for the heads-up Seth. I look forward to hearing the news when you’re able to tell us. But... do any of the new pieces happen to start with “Speed” and end with “master”?

30 March 2018, 05:56 AM	#53
KBM 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,388	Hey Seth, thanks for the heads up. Let's hope the yet to be revealed pieces cause more impact than the ones so far. As for some comments, we've had a lot of new members lately, and it takes some time to learn who's who in the forum. I completely believe you and am glad you're sharing.

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