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Gold Omega "Geneva"
Morning All~About a year ago I purchased on Ebay a 14K Omega with quartz movement for $350. A nice looking watch, I thought. There is no model name other than "Geneva" on the face. I put a new skin strap on it and a gold signature buckle. Total investment - about $550.I decided to send it to Switzerland for restoration - it kept good time but the crown was unmarked and "moved around" in its place. It is there now so no photos. The cost of repair is to be c 330 CHF for repair or service and 570 CHF for dial restoration (I didn't see anything wrong with the dial but they say it is stained and there is a problem with the dial feet and recommend refurbishment). So, c 909 USD final bill. My question is a simple one: do you knowledgeable aficionados think the final investment of c $1,600 would be well spent? (Leaving aside issues of whether or not I can afford this). I recently spend $800 US at the Swiss factory on my 1964 Constellation and am very pleased with the result (one retur

Glycine Combat Sub Special Stealth 3863.99AT9 N8-TB2
A little overview of the new Glycine Combat Sub Stealth...Glycine Combat Sub Special Stealth 3863.99AT9 N8-TB2 ? AZ Fine Time BlogHope you enjoy

Brittish Silver Pocket Watch Case and A Movado. Good day at the auctions?
Didn't get that many vintage things, but I think I got some good deals.First up is a Movado Black Museum Dial 87 E4 9890. I don't usually buy new things, but I have a good feeling about this one. Comes with the leather case, which is very nice! It's been worn once or twice but I think it's near mint. The auctioneer said the seller had worn it only once or twice, and it was purchased around 2005.I haven't opened it up yet, I'm not sure how Movados are opened.I paid around 50$ for it. I'm hoping I can sell it for 100$ or moreNext up is a silver pocket watch case for a keywind movement.As far as I can tell it's a British piece not made for export. It's not stamped silver, but I know the assay marks mean it's sterling (The lion). It was made around 1864 (the date stamp I) and the assay office was the Birmingham assay office. (the anchor). I'm pretty sure the W M in circles is the maker, but I don't know who they are. It's about 37 grams in weight. It's a little worse for wear. It has some

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Rolex vs Invicta.........Apples and oranges?
I understand there's virtually no comparison between the two watches in both quality and heritage. But I wonder, Invicta watches I'd say on average would be around $100-$500 price range. Obviously Rolex watches are much more expensive, but I wonder who makes more money at the end of the year? Invicta has shops all over the world including a huge store in the heart of Times Square. Invicta has the license for Disney and Marvel comics, dominates the shop at home network and just about every jewelery store in the country carries them. So I wonder, at the end of the day.....financially speaking, who is more successful? (Please, I know there will be some forum members anoyed buy this topic, but it's just something light hearted to discuss)