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I've read this forum almost daily for six months or so now, absorbing Omega (and other luxury watch) related information. I'm impressed with your knowledge and willingness to share it, even to newbies like me. For me, this is the one and only watch forum.
You seem a friendly lot and can be quite a laugh :-d. Great personalities, too (like QT from Nigeria ;-)). I think I'll fit in just fine, especially after I get my first Omega (and take the wrist shots to not get frowned upon)..
So, without further ado, let me introduce myself. I'm a computer science student in the Helsinki University. That's in Finland (..is winland, ha!), as you should well know ;-). I'm only twenty years old (not old, really ;-)), so please don't be too harsh on me. I'm still learning about life and all, you know. But then again, I'm probably not as stubborn as some of you old geezers, and should be able to give some new insight into some matters ;-). I hope no one is offended by my (poor?) attempts at humor. Just trying (too hard) to contribute to the great atmosphere of this forum.
I haven't worn a watch for years, and my last (and only) watch was a 20 EUR quarz. Now I have a burning desire to get a watch! And why not make it a luxury watch while I'm at it? It's just as good a purchase now as when I'll be rich ;-). And no, this is not some impulsive decision that I would regret later. I've been readying myself to pull the trigger for some time now.
So why Omega? Well, let's just say that the Seamaster Planet Ocean is the nicest looking watch I've ever seen. And I can just afford to buy one without getting bankrupt.. The brand seems prestigious enough to fit my quality stantards. Oh, and their COSC certified chronometers keep a good time, too. Or maybe I'm just another victim of the Omega Mania?
The beginning of an euphoric ownership of an Omega is nigh! I have the money ready, so it's just a matter of deciding the right place to buy. First I should visit a local watch dealer to see if the 45,5mm PO (on rubber strap) is too big for my slim wrists. Don't be afraid, though, I won't start another 42mm Vs. 45,5mm thread. I can make decisions myself! |>.
Considering the weak US Dollar, would I be best off ordering the watch from the states? Does the FAD deliver to Finland? How much will the delivery, VAT and customs be? Also, it would be nice to know what is the MSRP of the PO in Finland. I'd better get ready for some serious bargaining b-)
BTW what is the "correct" way to measure the girth of one's wrist? Thin, thick of flat (strap-like) thread? How tight should it be?
I'll be joining the POO Club soon, so be ready!
I'll provide you the wrist shots ASAP after the delivery. However, those will be low quality pictures, since the only "camera" I own is my HTC Kaiser PDA :think:. I'll take some better pictures when I'll get hold of my parents' Canon EOS 350D later in the summer.
OMG it took me over two hours to write this post :-(. Practice, practice..
And if anybody's wondering, I'll add an avatar picture and a signature later (after "the delivery", that is).
You seem a friendly lot and can be quite a laugh :-d. Great personalities, too (like QT from Nigeria ;-)). I think I'll fit in just fine, especially after I get my first Omega (and take the wrist shots to not get frowned upon)..
So, without further ado, let me introduce myself. I'm a computer science student in the Helsinki University. That's in Finland (..is winland, ha!), as you should well know ;-). I'm only twenty years old (not old, really ;-)), so please don't be too harsh on me. I'm still learning about life and all, you know. But then again, I'm probably not as stubborn as some of you old geezers, and should be able to give some new insight into some matters ;-). I hope no one is offended by my (poor?) attempts at humor. Just trying (too hard) to contribute to the great atmosphere of this forum.
I haven't worn a watch for years, and my last (and only) watch was a 20 EUR quarz. Now I have a burning desire to get a watch! And why not make it a luxury watch while I'm at it? It's just as good a purchase now as when I'll be rich ;-). And no, this is not some impulsive decision that I would regret later. I've been readying myself to pull the trigger for some time now.
So why Omega? Well, let's just say that the Seamaster Planet Ocean is the nicest looking watch I've ever seen. And I can just afford to buy one without getting bankrupt.. The brand seems prestigious enough to fit my quality stantards. Oh, and their COSC certified chronometers keep a good time, too. Or maybe I'm just another victim of the Omega Mania?
The beginning of an euphoric ownership of an Omega is nigh! I have the money ready, so it's just a matter of deciding the right place to buy. First I should visit a local watch dealer to see if the 45,5mm PO (on rubber strap) is too big for my slim wrists. Don't be afraid, though, I won't start another 42mm Vs. 45,5mm thread. I can make decisions myself! |>.
Considering the weak US Dollar, would I be best off ordering the watch from the states? Does the FAD deliver to Finland? How much will the delivery, VAT and customs be? Also, it would be nice to know what is the MSRP of the PO in Finland. I'd better get ready for some serious bargaining b-)
BTW what is the "correct" way to measure the girth of one's wrist? Thin, thick of flat (strap-like) thread? How tight should it be?
I'll be joining the POO Club soon, so be ready!
I'll provide you the wrist shots ASAP after the delivery. However, those will be low quality pictures, since the only "camera" I own is my HTC Kaiser PDA :think:. I'll take some better pictures when I'll get hold of my parents' Canon EOS 350D later in the summer.OMG it took me over two hours to write this post :-(. Practice, practice..
And if anybody's wondering, I'll add an avatar picture and a signature later (after "the delivery", that is).
