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So - the end of a very interesting process, and one that is sure to be repeated. Although I've long enjoyed and worn watches, only recently have I become interested in them.
Picking up a used 1972 Omega in its fully original state and in near flawless condition is quite a shift from fancying a brand new Steinhart Ocean One Vintage, but a trip to 36x18s to try on a few from his collection, including a different model Steinhart of identical dimensions, threw me off. I was sure once I'd tried it I'd be ordering the OOV immediately, but it's simply too big for my slim wrists (waistline please take note).
Richard loaned me a (fake) Tudor to wear whilst I rethought what to have, but as much as I enjoyed it its bulk put me off the idea of a diver for good, quickly followed by only considering buying brand new. After some pedigree I took to eBay and amassed quite a collection, all of which knocked socks off what's available new on my budget. Time and again I returned to this watch - despite being wary of buying unseen the seller's in Durham, and one man of the north never shafts another. I felt safe given his 100% feedback and the authoritative listing of this particular watch.
At 35mm I feel I can go a touch bigger, but it's very light and doesn't shove its presence down my throat. I find the dial very interesting, which apart from being a big fan of the 70s was its main draw. The blue shifts shades depending on the light, the white hands are a nice contrast and depending on the viewing angle there's a slight 3D effect due to the upturned dial beyond the silver connecting ring. One bugger is a couple of the bracelet's pins are mauled at their heads so won't accept a screwdriver, meaning they can't be removed to get the fit right. However today Richard adjusted it at the clasp, but I'll be getting a second opinion tomorrow as to whether links can safely be taken out without sacrificing the bracelet. So far it's keeping accurate time too.