Ouch...
Still a good looking watch! And it seems it was a win-moderate win situation: you got a quality beater watch and you'll get a new one to do your build!
I couldn't agree with you more... when I think Rolex, I think the same, typical design that has been around. Does that change how I feel about them: no. If I want a classic, timeless piece, it's Rolex. If I want something "newer", it's not Rolex.
I'm still interested in where these pictures are for these watches! I've only seen the YMII
Believe me, my friend, I have a huge appreciation for fine time pieces, especially Omega, however do not have the pockets to support that appreciation in the genuine market.
I'm just saying, I don't understand it... the boxes are out there, though, to help support your appreciation.
Why so hot to buy a box set? Don't you wear the watch? I had a box for a Sub I bought a while ago... just threw it out, it was only collecting dust!
Personally, I've never understood the fascination with having a box for a rep unless you are going to try and sell a rep as a gen... in that case, you're just a shitty person.
Go into My Settings and click on the Profile tab. On the left, you'll see a column of options and one is the Change Avatar option... You'll need a web link so either a picture from a website or one you've uploaded some where.
Mister raises an excellent point... You want to jump into a pool, that's one thing. That's the extent that I'd want a rep to be waterproofed, personally. But if you want to dive 100+ feet, that's a whole different ball game.
Search in the sales threads, I think there was a Seiko dive watch for sale that never sold... Good route to go.
Pictures would help with distinguishing between the versions... It wouldn't help me, I can't tell () but there are subtle differences.
Congrats on the DSSD purchase, I just got mine recently and I love it! Let us know how the water test goes, I'd be interested to know what you find!
I've heard the 005 is very close looking to gen but I can't speak from experience...
Personally, the next Panerai I get will probably be the 177 unless something pops up on the sale threads