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Tourneau Plugs Omega De Ville On TV: Next Watch Commercial Sighting
As predicted previously during my discussion of the Seiko Coutura watch commercial, it was predicted that more watch commercials would appear in this new wave of watch advertising. There is nothing inherently interesting about a product being advertised on television, but in the case of watches, it is a form of advertising rare of unheard of in the United States. It is a sign that watches are becoming marketed more, meaning higher availability, and more selection for watch lovers.The newest commercial viewing focused on the new Omega DeVille, but did not mention the model by name, just "Omega." And then the phrase "hour vision" which alludes to the fact that the watch case has sapphire crystal sides for viewing of the movement. Much of the commercial's imagery in fact focused on the watch's mechanical movement; indicating a return to the ideal of the mechanical watch. The 80's and 90's were not golden eras for mechanical watches in the US, but since the late 90's there has been a resur

Vintage Illinois Spotlight-- Major
The 1928 Illinois Major.This Beauty came in a host of combinations.Here is a trio of White Gold filled, Green Gold Filled and 2 Tone.The Bezel also came in plain and engraving on the lugs too.These 3 have the super cool "Exploding Dial" option.Sides:Dimensions:36X31mmInteresting note with this oneThe cases were all made by Keystoneand either had Model #171, #172 or "No number"There 3 all had "No Number"All came with the beautiful 307/17J movement:FF Notes:The Major was advertised in the 1928 "A Book of Watches" as "Built to withstand the severe shock and strains of work or play. It is a high grade, dependable strap watch as sturdy in construction as the average pocket watch. A fine Illinois 17 Jewel movement in 14k gold-filled case. $42.50."Rarity:1/6 to 4/6Price today:$300 to $1150add $200 for exploding dialBacks:RJ007 Notes:One of my favorite IllinoisThey are quite durable and not as susceptible to case wearThe exploding dial is really cool, if you can find one.They pop up on the sw

Omega archive extract... Not available in U.S.?
Went on Omega's website order one yesterday on a vintage piece I picked up, and got a message these were not currently available in the US. Anyone know what gives? Is this a recent change ?Sent a note to customer service, but I expect it may take a while to get a response.

Was thinking about selling, but now....
....I don't know anymore.I haven't worn this one for a month or so now. Been on a Rolex kick again. Popped it back on and I'm like wow again.Crappy phone pic enhanced with online photo editor!.

Soo.....I just bought a Smurf
So while walking around an AD I tried on a few pieces, planning to focus on a blue faced Milguass, only to focus on the white gold sub....And the wife responds with I love that one! It's my favorite! Fast forward to the drive home, where she states: I always liked that one, you should call (our AD). as I get home, I called, placed the deposit, going to pick up when I arrive in town in 2 weeks. Damn these things are addictive.