The TimeZone Omega Forum Links page is a place to navigate the vast amount of information that is available on TimeZone that is of interest to owners, collectors or prospective purchaser's of Omega watches. It is an adjunct to the TimeZone Omega Forum FAQ.

In a sense this page will always be under construction, as the Omega Forum community seems to be particularly prolific in authoring interesting, useful, and entertaining material about their watches, and how they relate to their lives.

If you have a link or an article that you feel belongs here please contact the Omega Forum Moderator Bill Sohne or contact Chuck Maddox who compiled this listing...

 

General Interest:
Archives
Reviews, Informative/Fun,
Technical, Helpful Hints
TZ Classics, Other TZ Resources
General Interest Omega
Specific Watch Movements
Specific Models
Constellation
DeVille
Seamaster
Speedmaster
Moonwatches, Lemania, Valjoux,
X-33 Professional
Pocket Watches
Stopwatches/Sports Timers
Discontinued Models
Dynamic
Flightmaster
Speedsonic
Railmaster, Ranchero,
Marine Chronometre, Other

Links Page

  

General Interest links on high quality watches:

Archives
Reviews

Review: Omega Seamaster Pro by Justin Time
Review: Omega Speedmaster Professional, Stainless Steel Hand-wind by Matwat and Jas

Informative and Fun posts

Time On-Line, The New Global Grey Market 11/98 by Jeff Prine
Legal Ramifications of Selling Fake Watches
My Experience With Large Watches by Justin Time
Watch Size--A Test! by Paul Schliesser
How To Pronounce The Names Of Watches by Marc Rochkind
Effects Of Design On Look & Fit Of Large Watches by Justin Time
Advice On US Customs For Returning Residents by Foie Gras
Tidbits About..Time by Tuan Ngo
The Ergonomic Implications Of The Anatomy Of The Wrist, On Wearing A Watch by Mycroft
The Incomplete Theory Of Watches by Bryan Goh
Chrono Story In Seven Years In Tibet by James Dowling
General Thoughts For The Watch Enthusiasts 4/98 by Greg
Another Way Of Thinking About Watches & Collecting 4/98
"A Geography Of Time": Insights & Comments 4/98
The Red Queen Phenomenon & The Watch Industry 3/98
Watches, Football & How To Enjoy A Peaceful Plane Ride 3/98 by Justin Time
List Of Manufacturers Who Make Their Own Movements 2/98 by Hans Zbinden
The Amazing "Swatch Story" 3/98 by Jack Freedman
List of Famous People & Their Watches 2/98 From The Open Forum
A Comic Story About Wristwatches & Their Owners/ A Cyber Duet 3/98 by Justin Time & Time Flies
MF's Picks For A Watch Library Under $300 2/98 by Michael Friedberg
How To Value A Pre-Owned Watch 2/98 by Richard Paige
Penal Code Dealing With Removing Serial Numbers From Watches
An In Depth Report On The History & Innovations Of The Watch Industry 2/98 by Aran Hegarty
Don't Confuse The Cost Of Repair To What You Paid For A Watch by Jack Freedman
Is Rolex Waterproof In A Hot Tub? by Gerry L.
How & Where To Get a Custom Watch Built by Hans Zbinden

Technical Posts About Watches

How To Judge The Finish Of A Watch Movement 4/98 by Walt Odets
Vintage Vs. Contemporary Watches by Michael Friedberg & Richard Paige
Watch Longevity by Richard Paige
A Comparison Of ETA Movements 4/98 by Walt Odets
Titanium: A Technical Viewpoint 4/98 by Raymond
Watch Manufacturers Production Numbers by Hans Zbinden
Why Titanium Is Used In Watches by Justin Time
The Thermal Comfort Of Wearing A Titanium Watch 2/98 by Justin Time
How Tritium Lights Up Watch Dials by Justin Time
How To Critically Evaluate A Watch's Performance by Justin Time
Examples Of Various Watch Hands
Ways To Measure & Evaluate Accuracy by Watcbore
How To Start Up An Automatic Watch
Explanation Of How To Regulate A Watch
Diagram Of Watch Parts 2/98
Different Variations Of Steel Finishes by Mycroft

Helpful Hints

Posting An Image by Paul Schliesser
Lighting Watch Photos..Finally Something Works! (More)

1126: Illustrated: How To Post Documents Containing HTML by Chuck Maddox
1448: How to Write English Good by Chuck Maddox
1707: A Guide To Omega Forum Title Shorthand by Chuck Maddox
1803: Graphical Emoticons For Forum Contributors by Chuck Maddox
1917: A Watch Collector's Travel Toolkit by Chuck Maddox
1941: My Light Box Setup by Keith Downing
1968: Mexico (1968): The Secrets Of Omega Olympic Timing by Chuck Maddox


TimeZone Classics

0116: Watch This Movie - Wristwatches In Movies by Edward Heliosz
0118: Watches For Small Wrists by Erik
0184: List of Swiss Watch Manufacturers by Jaeger
0188: Overview Of The Major Houses by Jaeger
0203: Your Psychological Watch Profile! by John Toh
0219: Watch This Movie - Wristwatches In Movies 2 by Edward Heliosz
0223: Your Psychological Watch Profile v2! by John Toh
0234: 'Gray Market'- Small Collection Of Public-Forum Posts by MJ
0258: Vintage Watch Shopping In London by Michael Friedberg
0316: Wrist Watches Around The Globe by Leehu Z.
0492: Who Invented The Kinetic? by John Toh
0543: Rolex, The Best? by Kanada Louis
0664: Watchbore's 10 Remarkable Watches by Watchbore
0697: Quality & The Eye Of The Beholder by Mike Strickland
0829: Review: The EOT Deployant Clasp by Baron Harkonnen
0833: Looking into the past by RTAM
0928: Water Resistance In Theory & Practice (Updated) by Carlos
0932: Breitling vs. Omega by ATate1433
0935: Interview With Anton Bally, President of ETA by Hans Zbinden
0961: Many 'Fake' Vintage Omega's? by Chuck Maddox
1027: The Definative Answer To "How Do I Use The Tachymeter?" scans by Chuck Maddox
1033: Common Factors In The Design Of The Motorsports Chronograph by Carlos
1035: Millenium Art: An Essay About Watches, Cars & Art by White Rabbit
1053: Mechanical Watches & Magnetic Protection by The Speedmaster
1059: Summary From Vintage Forum: Plastic Crystal Polishing by Wichai
1144: LED & LCD Watches by Famous Watch Houses by Ed Heliosz
1178: How To Use 4 Different Types Of Bezels by Chuck Maddox
1268: A Long Detailed Post On The Hirsch/Equation Of Time Combo by Chuck Maddox
1361: Poems From The Winners Of The Omega Forum Contest by the Omega Forum Contest Winners
1472: About Omega, Tritium & Super-LumiNova® by Maciej Kosinski
1525: Seeking A Moonwatch For..Or Buying Watches Over The Web by Chuck Maddox
1553: How Do I Collect CHRONOGRAPHS?! (MANY PICTURES) by Edwin Leung
1556: The How's & When's To Contact Omega Vintage Information by Chuck Maddox
1567: Pictures & Info On The New Omega Store In Zurich by Hans Zbinden
1572: Multi-time Watches - A Primer by Phil
1621: Who's Zoomin' Who: Who Owns Who In The Watch Industry by Chuck Maddox
1622: Far Too Many Watches by mikeh
1670: Omega Case Reference Numbers - A Quick Reference Guide by Chuck Maddox
1675: Patience In The Forums by Chuck Maddox
1743: Seiko Divers vs. Omega Seamaster by H Doan
1754: When An EB@y Seller Steals Your Pictures by Chuck Maddox
1807: Using Citizen Parts To Extend Watch Bracelets by Chuck Maddox
1820: 1999-2000 Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronometres (C.O.S.C) Numbers by Chuck Maddox
1846: How To Use The Slide Rule On A Breitling Navitimer by LesZ
1891: Dimensions Of Selected Omega Chronographs by Chuck Maddox
1917: A Watch Collector's Travel Toolkit by Chuck Maddox
1941: My Light Box Setup by Keith Downing
1968: Mexico (1968): The Secrets of Omega Olympic Timing by Chuck Maddox

Other TimeZone Resources

A Pilot's Impressions of the Omega X-33 by Time Flies
From the Workbench: The Almost Forgotten Omega Speedmaster
From the Workbench: An Omega Bumper Gets A Service
The Horologium By Walt Odets: The Omega DeVille Co-Axial
Past Time: Watches Under Water By Michael Friedberg
Vintage Watch Ad's: Omega Marine wristwatch From The 1940's
Video Industry Reports: Omega Page

General Interest Omega Links:

0116: Watch This Movie - Wristwatches In Movies by Edward Heliosz
0166: Omega & Its Ambassadors by Vincent G.
1704: The Essential Omega Library by Ed Heliosz
1707: A Guide To Omega Forum Title Shorthand by Chuck Maddox
1761: A Chance Meeting With George Daniels by Ewan Wilson
1762: Omega Serial Numbers By Year by Chuck Maddox
1968: Mexico (1968): The Secrets Of Omega Olympic Timing by Chuck Maddox
1988 : How/When/Where to contact Omega/Omega Vintage Information... by Chuck Maddox

Specific Watch Movements or Movement related:

0240: Everything You Never Wanted To Know About The Lemania 5100 by Hans Zbinden
0292: Frederic Piguet: Switzerland's High-end Independent Movement by (Reprint) Jaeger
0684: Differences Between Valjoux 7750 & Lemania 5100 by Marcus Hanke
0747: Omega Caliber 266 Article by Bo Hansen
1016: Omega cal. 1861 Adjustments by Mark Hanson
1062: Current Omega Movements by Mario Alejandro de la Torre
1168: As Time Goes By: The Omega 2662 by Terry Russell
1172: Article: 1960 Omega Caliber 269 (With Display Back) by Bo Hansen
1814: Base Movement Equivalents For Omega Calibers by Chuck Maddox

Specific Models:

Constellation:

Vintage Connies:

0756: Connie To Croton by Derrick
1528: Daniel's Co-Axial Escaptement (Long Article) by Kjell
1636: Omega Constellation: It Tells The Time & A Few Things More by Robert Jan Broer
1668: Photo Review Of Omega DeVille Co-Axial GMT SS by SteveBoker
1725: 1966 Omega Constellation "Pie-Pan" Povray Image I Made by Patrick Dugan

Modern Constellation

1303: Product Placement Blues 

DeVille:

Daniels Co-Axial

The Horologium By Walt Odets: The Omega DeVille Co-Axial
0664: Watchbore's 10 Remarkable Watches by Watchbore
0948: Omega DeVille Coaxial Photo Gallery by Ed Hahn
1078: Faster Loading Review: Omega Co-Axial DeVille by Ed Hahn
1079: Review: Omega Co-Axial DeVille by Ed Hahn
1528: Daniel's Co-Axial Escapement (Long Article) by Kjell
1711: Where George Daniels Shopped The Co-Axial by Curtis Thomson
1745: Omega Co-Axial DeVille Review Restored by Ed Hahn
1761: A Chance Meeting With George Daniels by Ewan Wilson

Seamaster:

Review: Omega Seamaster Pro by Justin Time
0737: 10 Days & Counting: Initial Impressions Of My GMT Master by dl
0855: Seiko Kinetic Scubamaster vs. Omega Seamaster GMT Ding!
0889: Of Seamasters, Speedmasters & Uddah T'ings by Chuck Maddox
1007: Review, Omega Seamaster 120m by Time2watch
1036: One For All: A GMT Watch Manual by White Rabbit
1097: Omega Seamaster Review by IanR
1122: Seamaster Pro 007 Model & Omega's Rubber Strap
1236: Omega Seamaster Pro vs. Breitling SuperOcean by Time2watch
1237: Something Old, Something New: Vintage Omega Display Back by David Barnes
1238: Review: Omega Seamaster Chronograph '61 by Maciej Kosinski
1285: Review: Omega Seamaster Professional, Mid-Size by Maciej Kosinski
1296: Omega Seamaster Pro: A Review by Time2watch & Chuck Maddox
1319: Omega SeMP America's Cup Black Rubber Strap, Deployant Clasp by Keith Downing
1353 : Yet Another Omega Seamaster GMT Review/Photo Gallery... by Ed Hahn
1425: Omega Seamaster Professional (2531.80) Review by Robert Jan
1647: Omega Seamaster 600 Ploprof Photo Essays by Kris Chantanotoke
1743: Seiko Divers vs. Omega Seamaster by H Doan
1789: IWC Aquatimer & The Rolex Sub..An Answer! by Dane Burns
1811: More On The Tool Watch Comparison by Dane Burns
1830: "Seamaster 3oo" A History by Bill Sohne
1888: Three High-Precison Watches For Special Assignments by Bill Sohne
1918: The Omega Seamaster Gallery by Time2watch
1949: 'FAKE' SEAMASTER 300s: A Thought by Rigval from Malaysia
1964: An Indepth Look At The Tiger Tudor & Omega Seamaster Pro by Damon
1966: The "Darth Vader" Seamaster: A Brief Overview by Chuck Maddox
1968: Mexico (1968): The Secrets Of Omega Olympic Timing by Chuck Maddox
1982: TZ 889 Revisited: Of Seamasters, Speedmasters & Uddah T'ings by Chuck Maddox
1983: Why I Really Don't Care For The New Seamaster Pro (SeMPC-2) by Chuck Maddox
2003: Omega Seamaster Bracelet Sizing by Keith Downing
2013: Omega GMT Reviewed by CPM

Speedmaster:

Moonwatches:

Review: Omega Speedmaster Professional, Stainless Steel Hand-Wind by Matwat & Jas
A Pilot's Impressions Of The Omega X-33 by Time Flies
From the Workbench: The Almost Forgotten Omega Speedmaster

0117: Astronaut Comments On The Omega Speedmaster Professional by Erik
0137: Omega Speedmaster Missons Series by Erik
0306: Omega Speedmaster: A Brief History by Joao R. Campos
0337: The Movement On The Moon by virg
0373: Differences In Case Design On The Pre-Moon Speedy Pro by Jim Brucculeri
0381: Omega Speedmaster Pro: NASA Calibers by virg
0441: Prelude To The Moonwatch: Evolution Of The 321 Speedmasters by Gerry L.
0667: A Quest For Speed & Precision For All Mankind by Louis
0672: A Watch Actually Designed By Pilots? (More On X-33) by Migdriver
0693: My Private Omega Speedmaster Professional Review by Leehu Z.
0758: Important Info On Omega Speedmaster Pro Missions Series by Speedy Swede
0876: Omega Speedy Pro Bezel Inserts by Bo Hansen
1005: Frankenwatch & Me by Richard Gross
1033: Common Factors In The Design Of The Motorsports Chronograph by Carlos
1059: Summary From Vintage Forum: Plastic Crystal Polishing by Wichai
1128: Omega Speedmaster Wallpaper (Large Scan) by M. Alejandro de la Torre
1106: ScanDay original Pictures: Omega Speedmaster by M. Alejandro de la Torre
1140: Customizing The Omega Speedmaster: Part 1 by Gerry L.
1228: An Ode To The Speedmaster by Ken
1278: It Was 35 Years Ago Today (4 June 1965 - 4 June 2000) by Chuck Maddox
1304: How Much Would I Expect To Pay For A Vintage Speedmaster? by Chuck Maddox
1305: Differences Between A Normal Speedmaster & A Moon Watch by Chuck Maddox
1306: What Watches Were Worn On/ Near The Moon by Chuck Maddox
1307: Some Thoughts On The Speedmaster Reduced (Automatic) by Chuck Maddox
1324: The 1957 Omega SpeedMaster Povray Image by Patrick Dugan
1430: Pictures Of Many, Many Astronauts Wearing Their Speedmasters by Doug Reeves
1489: Omega Speedmaster Professional Photo Gallery
1497: Speedmaster c.321 Display Back Conversion & Gallery by Chuck Maddox
1525: Seeking A Moonwatch For..Or buying Watches Over The Web by Chuck Maddox
1539: Overview On Some Ways To "Not" Spot A c.321 Speedmaster: by Chuck Maddox
1604: A Small Collection Of Speedmaster by Gerry L.
1606: Perhaps The Best Reason To Own An Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch by Chuck Maddox
1654: A Quick & Dirty Guide To Speedmaster Moonwatch Casebacks by Chuck Maddox
1662: Identifying A Speedmaster By Hand by Robert Jan Broer
1714: Speedmaster Pro (cal.321) Review by Robert Jan Broer
1722: Speedmaster "Moonwatch" Movements: Background Information by Chuck Maddox
1801: Interesting Article On The Speedmaster's History by Michael Stein
1821: Omega Speedmaster Bracelet Guide by Robert Jan Broer
1864: Seamaster Backs On Speedmasters: "Put-Togethers" Or Not? by Chuck Maddox
1888: Three High-precison Watches For Special Assignments by Bill Sohne
1957: A Gloss On Speedmaster Moonwatch Dial Markings by Chuck Maddox
1963: The NASA EVA Tools Catalog With The Speedmaster by Russ
1968: Mexico (1968): The Secrets Of Omega Olympic Timing by Chuck Maddox

Speedmaster Non-Moonwatch Lemania Movement Models

1019: Overview On C.1045 (Lemania 5100) Movement Speedmasters by Chuck Maddox
1045: Omega Speedmaster Mark Series Of Chonographs by Chuck Maddox
1251: Speedmaster 125: Proud Testimony To 125 Years Of Watchmaking by Chuck Maddox
1431: Seamaster Backs On Speedmasters by Chuck Maddox
1573: A Moon On A Moon: New Speedmaster Pro Moonphase
1716: Omega Speedmaster Professional Mark II: Reborn by Chuck Maddox

Speedmaster Non-Moonwatch Valjoux/ETA Movement Models

1100: Omega Speedmaster Automatic Review by M. Alejandro de la Torre
1112: Review: 18K Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonphase by Gerard
1244: Making Of A Classic: The OMEGA Speedmaster Classic No.1/1 by M. Alejandro de la Torre
1419: Omega Speedmaster Date: The Gallery by Amando Hernandez
1903: Omega Speedmaster Split-Seconds Review by Curt
1916: Review Omega Speedmaster Broadarrow by tommy T.S.
1937: Some Thoughts On The Speedmaster Reduced (Automatic) by Chuck Maddox

Speedmaster X-33 Professional

1383: A Pilot's Impressions Of The Omega X-33 by Time Flies
1460: Omega Speedmaster Professional X-33 Mini Review by Keith Downing

Pocket Watches:

Stopwatches/Sport's Timers:

1564: Omega Olympic Rattrapante Pocket Watch/Timer by Chuck Maddox
1968: Mexico (1968): The Secrets of Omega Olympic Timing by Chuck Maddox

Discontinued Models:

Dynamic

0012: Watch Review: Omega Dynamic Chronograph by Herbert
1330: Tip On Setting The Time For Omega Dynamic Chronograph by Chanwit
1347: Art Gallery: Passion On Dynamic by Chanwit
1849: Omega Dynamic Chronograph: Gone, But Not Forgotten by Damon
1783: Omega: Grandfather Of The Dynamic '97 by Infidel

Flightmaster

0175: Seiko Flightmaster: An Affordable & Practical GMT Watch by White Rabbit
1646: The Omega Flightmaster: A Brief Overview by Chuck Maddox

Speedsonic

1834: REVIEW: Speedsonic: The (Almost) Forgotten Speedmaster by LesZ
1935: Rock Lobster! Omega Speedsonic ƒ300 Lobstertail by Chuck Maddox

Railmaster

1888: Three High-precison Watches For Special Assignments by Bill Sohne

Ranchero

1889: Omega Ranchero by Bill Sohne

Marine Chronometre

1890: OMEGA Megaquartz 2400 Marine Chronometer by Bill Sohne

Other

1259: An Omega Bumper Gets A Service by Paul Delury
1552: Omega Center Tourbillon - A Personal, Informal Look by ThomasM
1968: Mexico (1968): The Secrets Of Omega Olympic Timing by Chuck Maddox

Other/Dramatis Personnae:

Version/Time Stamp: 2003.07.28.06.21.50