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[Geoffrey Firmin]



Ideally I'd go a new watch - I don't think Omega make seamstress in the same design anymore. 

Junior the next time your in Sydney check out some of the estate jewellers on Castlereigh St between Park and Market Sts. There are a number of them who deal in watches will give you some idea of what is out there, most of them will always offer better deals for cash. A large Doberman in one of them got me a VERY good deal on some jewellery for Mrs GF some years ago.

 

[Journeyman]

lol.

Thank you, thank you. I'll be here all night. Try the beef - I hear it's great!

 

[Foxhound]

Pulled out the Jensen's engine this weekend, quite lucky that the crack shaft wasn't broken, quite close though, had been starved of oil.

 

[fxh]



They even re-introduced a model with a lovely sub-seconds dial, but for some reason which is utterly unfathomable to me, they put it in a case which is 5cm in diameter! 

So you'd deep six it?

 

[fxh]

The crack shaft? - I think that shipment was meant for someone else - Fat Tony?

 

[fxh]

 

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

Look on eBay, a vintage watch re-seller with a dedicated website, or someone with a good rep on Timezone or similar. 
If buying from eBay, look for perfect feedback, preferably a watch business. 
There are a number of good guides on the net that tell you how to spot the differences between fake and real Seamasters, such as:



Ideally I'd go a new watch - I don't think Omega make seamstress in the same design anymore. 

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

Kiddo
I keep telling you - a completest needs 3 watches.
Probably all Timex Weekender white face silver case or a perhaps an Easy Reader for a change.
A big spender might also splurge on a 4th black face.
A nice brown leather strap - say croc - on one - an upgrade from the standard Timex, a black croc - on another for night /formal - also an upgrade strap and about 5 NATO bands for the 3 rd watch.
Cost all up - less than $200.
End of story.

However if you can get a local Newcastle seamstress to make you a cheap watch - good luck.

 

[Oli2012]

It all depends on what design of seamstress (sic!) you'd like.

If you want one of the classic, dressier Seamaster designs from the 1950s or 1960s, sometimes called the Seamaster de Ville models, then you're out of luck, as Omega don't make them anymore. You can, however, pick up pretty decent vintage models for anywhere from US$650 up to a couple of thousand, depending on the model, condition, whether it is steel or gold, whether it has things that make it attractive to collectors (particular style of lugs, particular dial or subdial) etc.

Omega has, however, recently begun re-introducing some of their more classic designs. Of course, they've given them fancy movements, slapped a transparent case-back on them so you can see the fancy movements, and jacked the price up.

http://www.omegawatches.com/collect...a-150-m/master-co-axial-385-mm/23110392101002

http://www.omegawatches.com/collect...150-m/co-axial-annual-calendar/23113432202003

They even re-introduced a model with a lovely sub-seconds dial, but for some reason which is utterly unfathomable to me, they put it in a case which is 5cm in diameter!

http://www.omegawatches.com/collection/seamaster/aqua-terra-150-m/xxl-small-seconds/23113491006001

Here's an original with the sub-seconds dial, in a sensible size:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/MENS-OMEGA-...993?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4636e9fcd1

Definitely prefer the old ones - the contemporary designs are like a diver/dress watch hybrid.

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I'm starting to feel that my Timex is too dressed by #reddit for me. It just seems out of place next to RMWs or a P Johnson suit.

 

[LonerMatt]

Perhaps the Timex is too ~~~democratic~~~?

 

[Oli2012]



Perhaps the Timex is too ~~~democratic~~~?

What are you on about?

 

[Malvlie]

Guys, i just arrived here in sydney
any suggestion of store to look around?
like jeans or boots store perhaps

 

[Geoffrey Firmin]



Guys, i just arrived here in sydney
any suggestion of store to look around? 
like jeans or boots store perhaps

 

[Oli2012]

I noticed that MJ Bale have started using a poly/viscose linings instead of bemberg on their blue label suits.

Any reason they couldn't just use pure viscose? From what FXH said its the same stuff without the patent.

 

[Coxsackie]

Guys, i just arrived here in sydney
any suggestion of store to look around?
like jeans or boots store perhaps

If you're interested in high-end Japanese selvedge denim, you could try Corlection at 457 Pitt St.

As for boots, you would need to be a bit more specific. What style are you after? Cowboy boots? Motorcycle boots? RM Williams?

 

[DartagnanRed]

Guys, i just arrived here in sydney
any suggestion of store to look around?
like jeans or boots store perhaps

Sorry, you are out of luck, the last store closed in late '09.

 

[boff]



Hey boff, long time no see.  I myself am deciding whether to go to Herman Brothers in Burwood. The cloth selection is decent. The work is done overseas (likely China, but did not ask out of politeness), but alterations are done locally. Pictures look okay, and Herman is receptive to ideas. 2 to 3 fittings. Thinking of doing just a basic navy light construction soft shoulders etc ala PJ.

Also BTW, if you are sick of your Slumberhouse Jeke, I will take it off your hands!

Thanks, was missing the friendly banter
As for the Jeke, I don't think I'll ever get sick of that brute of a scent. Almost finished the bottle. What to try next?