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  1. The Father Went out for smokes in ‘78 not seen since Apr 23, 2020

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    Since I had it on today and have not had an analysis of the ‘65 Omega Seamaster Deville.
    -The dial with the T Swiss MadeT leads me to believe an original or era correct dial at least
    -hands appear correct for the watch of this era
    -crown looks ok for the era. Seems big for the case, is it correct?
    -case isn’t overly polished
    -caseback looks ok
    -the movement, not brave enough to open. Figure I’ll have watch movement parts scattered about.
    -manual wind I assume is correct for the watch

    2nd watch I ever purchased.

    No answers will hurt my feelings, plus I understand nobody will worry about this.
    BOR would be a good addition I feel.
    Thanks ahead of time.

    Damn I just realized the NFL draft is on, my apologies
     
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  2. apsm100 applysome! Apr 23, 2020

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    My gut says redial just from the font. Have never seen a DE VILLE logo like that. :confused:
     
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  3. Shabbaz Apr 23, 2020

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    I dont see anything wrong with the dial. I like it. I see a bit of old lume behind the markers. SMDV's came manual and automatic. If it's the last, it's mentioned on the dial under 'omega'. Crown is probably a replacement but who gives a sh#$. It's a beauty. Enjoy!
     
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  4. Walrus Apr 24, 2020

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    I’m pretty confident that font is ok. Mine is at home but nothing strikes me as being off. I really like these watches simple with a hint of elegance. Mine is maybe 6 months out of service, keeps excellent time and has a respectable power reserve
     
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  5. mrbreen Apr 24, 2020

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    Original dial. Not a doubt in my mind. Unless a redialer removed and perfectly replaced the aged lume on the second track which would be very unlikely. Very nice watch!
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  6. Davidt Apr 24, 2020

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    The dial is perfectly fine. Absolutely not a redial.

    Hands are correct.

    Case isn't unpolished but how many really are? Also looks fine.

    The crown isn't correct as it should be the thinner type as shown below. There may be another type of crown which is correct for these but I'm fairly sure yours is a service item.
     
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  7. omegastar Apr 24, 2020

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    +1. IMO, it’s ok but lacks crispness looking at the one @Davidt displayed.
     
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  8. Maskelyne Apr 24, 2020

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    The watch looks just fine. :)
     
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  9. Edward53 Apr 24, 2020

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    Very nice dial, nothing wrong with it. The Seamaster de Ville is an underrated watch that's difficult to find in good condition. Well worth the trouble of sourcing a correct crown, should still be possible.
     
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  10. Candle00 Apr 24, 2020

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    Looks fine IMHO. Here's my automatic with date for comparison.

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  11. Rosarito Apr 29, 2020

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    I love the Seamaster emblem indention on your arm from the case back. You've been branded.

    Beautiful watch.
     
  12. Candle00 Apr 29, 2020

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    Might need to loosen my strap!
     
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  13. ghce Jan 26, 2021

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    looks perfectly original to me.
    Here is my unmolested since new Auto of what must be the same period. Though I admit I had the crystal replaced with an OEM omega one and a service at the same time back in about 1988.

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