Ruckdee
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If you happen to pass by the region one day...
May 01, 2011,11:13 AM
...I'm sure it will be possible to arrange things. The museum is well received by local collectors every time it is open. I can picture you studying the items on display already.
Ruckdee
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One man's passion ... my friend's private Omega museum
By: Ruckdee : April 30th, 2011-08:24
I have a friend whose enthusiasm and dedication to the Omega brand put mine to shame. He is the type of a quiet guy who is easy to smile and laugh but never brag. In his solitude he has slowly acquired Omega watches and other associated items over the yea...
I am speechless!
By: anaesdoc : April 30th, 2011-08:44
Hi ruckdee, this is an amazingly ample collection, which makes one feel like a kid in a candy store. Your friend must have spent a huge amount of time and means to build this. Thanks for sharing, anaesdoc
Just incredible!
By: mrsnak : April 30th, 2011-08:50
The sheer breadth of the collection, as well as all the supporting material like movements and POS accessories clearly shows rare (if not obsessive ;-)) passion. What a treat to have been able to visit!
Wauw...
By: hans_jorgen_1968 : April 30th, 2011-12:51
...what an extra ordinary Omega collection your friend has. I am looking forward to see some pictures when the museum is build... Some of these beauties..I can not take my eyes away from them.. But my favorite is a different one Thx for sharing Best Hans
Sounds great my friend :-)
By: hans_jorgen_1968 : May 1st, 2011-08:19
..this is the one Best Hans This message has been edited by hans_jorgen_1968 on 2011-05-01 08:21:40 This message has been edited by hans_jorgen_1968 on 2011-05-01 08:22:54...
I am speechless, is the guy a former Omega employee ???
By: georgeszaslavsky : April 30th, 2011-16:23
Your friend is one very very lucky guy, not only he has spare movements but also some of the rarest omegas. Is your friend someone who worked at Omega???? thanks for sharing regards georges
You're welcome. And, no, he was never employed by Omega.
By: Ruckdee : April 30th, 2011-19:22
He is just a regular guy like us who appreciate Omega brand and watches. He just happens to be very successful at his manufacturing business and has a VERY understanding wife. I cannot imagine the kind of trouble my financee will give me if I spend this m...
Great post Ruckdee.....
By: Bill Sohne : April 30th, 2011-19:34
Hi Ruckdee Looks like a good time and a great collection... Your friend is not alone. I was invited to a "quite" collector who built a museum in their house. I was shocked to say the lest.... Good Hunting Bill Sohne
That is amazing
By: RJW : April 30th, 2011-21:11
He must have a compassionate and understanding partner. Or else he must be single! Good to know that the watches in his possession are being cared for in an appropriate way for the future. Regards, Richard.
Excellent Post
By: mondodec : April 30th, 2011-21:30
and a remarkable smorgasbord of new and vintage pieces. I wouldn't be surprised to see in the pictorial Dictionary of Harmless Neuroses a photograph of your friend under the Obsessive-Compulsive listing This is truly the work of a driven man, a sophistica...
I like...
By: mac_omega : April 30th, 2011-23:31
Hi Desmond, I like your expression "bower bird" ! But as I am biologist I know that bower birds do amass glittering pieces and fruit and similar solely to impress their prospective mates and not fellow collectors I thought I am a bit of crazy collector - ...
Thank you, Ruckdee . . .
By: Dr No : April 30th, 2011-23:00
. . . this gentleman's collection is truly remarkable. He is, in my estimation, a Purist of the first order. Deeply impressed, Art
Oh My GOD!!!
By: amanico : April 30th, 2011-23:39
Now, I think that a lot of us will feel better: There are much crazier people than us! In a good way, of course, as this kind of collection is a dream for every watch nut. This Connie with the enamel dial is hot hot hot, even if it comes with a colored go...
Things can see some evolutions...
By: amanico : May 1st, 2011-00:22
I saw the so called Speed Alaska Project... On pictures, I loved it, in the real, it was a real no go. This Speed Meteorite Dial was exactly the inverse. If I had to get a modern Speedie, yes, this would be this one. Still have to " work " on the Vintage ...
If you happen to pass by the region one day...
By: Ruckdee : May 1st, 2011-11:13
...I'm sure it will be possible to arrange things. The museum is well received by local collectors every time it is open. I can picture you studying the items on display already. Ruckdee
WOW, amazing collection...
By: FanFrancisco : May 1st, 2011-08:23
... your friend's collection is really amazing me... i can't imagine my collection to be growing at the stage of your friend has. one thing i am very sure is that he must have the very supportive wife if he is married?! thanks for sharing, Ruckdee. stefan
thanks for thinking of me :-)
By: FanFrancisco : May 2nd, 2011-03:08
... was just as usual going out for weekly shopping food for the coming week. then quietly staying at home with children as they are going to have mid-year examine soon. yes, you are right, have been wearing my love will take some pics together with my ot...
Ruckdee I must add my thanks ...
By: flightmaster71 : May 1st, 2011-17:51
to the list for sharing with us this gentleman's incredible passion. It is truely humbling. I particularly like the leather bound volumes which presumably contain Omega range information or watchmakers notes from the years marked on the spines? Valueing t...
The leather bound volumes I understand to be ...
By: Ruckdee : May 1st, 2011-19:55
... very old caliber repair manuals he bought from a long-time authorized dealer which had to close down a few years back. And, no, my friend is not a member of the royal family. He is a commoner like us. But his manufacturing industry has been so success...
Ruckdee!
By: Karloff_AG : May 2nd, 2011-08:34
I feel that my collection is NOTHING compare to this one!! It is AMAZING this collection, I have no more words than to ask you to CONGRATULATE your friend! We have the same taste, one of my next purchases will be one Broad Arrow Moonphase. Is a beautiful ...
I couldn't help but be humbled too.
By: Ruckdee : May 2nd, 2011-10:02
And I'm glad to see another forum member who appreciates the same watch as I do. I believe the official name is Replica Moonphase ... if my memory serves. To answer your last question, my friend bought only one Soyuz. The other three pieces belong to thre...
Fantastic
By: Ubik : May 3rd, 2011-05:33
The frightening thing is that I don't think this is extreme. LOL. I especially like the wood panneled Omega display room. Is that in his house as well?
Superb, Ruckdee!
By: AlexSunrise : May 8th, 2011-19:40
What an incredible collection of watches and memorabilia you friend has. Please send my compliments to him on his evergrowing passion for all things Omega. Besides, everyone who attended seemed to be as passionate for Omega as your friend. A great gatheri...