1950 Omega Seamaster with Crosshair CK2635

BeEvil · Sep 12, 2026

Hi. I’m new to this forum. I’m looking forward to leaning a lot. I’ve been doing some reading here and have learned quite a lot already. There’s much to look for when purchasing.

I recently purchased my first Omega. I’m excited to post some photos and get some feedback. Good or bad please tell me if I did good or not. I’m not easily offended. The watch works but the movement needs to be cleaned and lubricated. My feeling is it’s a good buy. It looks original and not messed with too much. Please see photos and let me know if you’d like a certain angle.

Canuck · Sep 12, 2026

Right off the bat, there is no gasket to seal the case back. Be certain to have that attended to when you have it serviced. I hear a lot of comments regarding dials on this message board. Particularly comments on poorly refinished dials. A lot of these “refinished” dials look okay to me, so I guess I’m a poor judge. But in my opinion, the dial on your Omega has been refinished. Competently serviced, your watch will likely give you a lot of pleasure.

BeEvil · Sep 12, 2026

Canuck
Right off the bat, there is no gasket to seal the case back. Be certain to have that attended to when you have it serviced. I hear a lot of comments regarding dials on this message board. Particularly comments on poorly refinished dials. A lot of these “refinished” dials look okay to me, so I guess I’m a poor judge. But in my opinion, the dial on your Omega has been refinished. Competently serviced, your watch will likely give you a lot of pleasure.

Thanks for the feedback. Much appreciated. I did notice this when buying the watch and it definitely concerned me. Lately I’ve been using AI to help me decide when purchasing watches. I’ve input the first closeup photo and asked if it’s original or faked. AI has told me it’s totally original as the patina and fading match perfectly with the Omega and Automatic printed on the face of the watch. Maybe it’s like a coin misprint? I could be totally off here but if others in the forum chime in and tell me I’m crazy I’m ok with that.

Canuck · Sep 12, 2026

BeEvil
Thanks for the feedback. Much appreciated. I did notice this when buying the watch and it definitely concerned me. Lately I’ve been using AI to help me decide when purchasing watches. I’ve input the first closeup photo and asked if it’s original or faked. AI has told me it’s totally original as the patina and fading match perfectly with the Omega and Automatic printed on the face of the watch. Maybe it’s like a coin misprint? I could be totally off here but if others in the forum chime in and tell me I’m crazy I’m ok with that.

My suggestion is that AI is not the best resource for a newbie. I don’t understand the sources AI use when answering queries like yours. But I suggest you don’t trust it.

MtV · Sep 12, 2026

BeEvil
Thanks for the feedback. Much appreciated. I did notice this when buying the watch and it definitely concerned me. Lately I’ve been using AI to help me decide when purchasing watches. I’ve input the first closeup photo and asked if it’s original or faked. AI has told me it’s totally original as the patina and fading match perfectly with the Omega and Automatic printed on the face of the watch. Maybe it’s like a coin misprint? I could be totally off here but if others in the forum chime in and tell me I’m crazy I’m ok with that.

Welcome aboard and welcome to a lovely hobby!

However, I’d recommend to stay away from AI to check watches for legitimacy. They’re the incarnation of confirmation bias. Our brains do that anyways. No need to have this idiosyncrasy amplified by ChatGPT.

This dial and the assessment is a good example because, pardon my words, it’s almost comically bad.
It’s not even printed - it was done by hand.
Note how the letters are all wonky and uneven. We can’t even discuss the serifs and the font, there is none. Everything is off, the square lume dots under the 12 are too the left, the cross hair meets the square at 9 in the middle and completely fails to do so at 3, etc etc.
It’s spectacular.

Sorry for the bad news. Don’t let this discourage you, though. It’s often called “noob tax” and it’s probably the normal way into this hobby. It gets better. You’ve come to the right place.

BeEvil · Sep 12, 2026

MtV
Welcome aboard and welcome to a lovely hobby!

However, I’d recommend to stay away from AI to check watches for legitimacy. They’re the incarnation of confirmation bias. Our brains do that anyways. No need to have this idiosyncrasy amplified by ChatGPT.

This dial and the assessment is a good example because, pardon my words, it’s almost comically bad.
It’s not even printed - it was done by hand.
Note how the letters are all wonky and uneven. We can’t even discuss the serifs and the font, there is none. Everything is off, the square lume dots under the 12 are too the left, the cross hair meets the square at 9 in the middle and completely fails to do so at 3, etc etc.
It’s spectacular.

Sorry for the bad news. Don’t let this discourage you, though. It’s often called “noob tax” and it’s probably the normal way into this hobby. It gets better. You’ve come to the right place.

Thanks. I was definitely not sure when purchasing the watch. Thanks for the feedback. I’ll try to do better. This is why I like these forums. There is so much knowledge and experience. I didn’t pay too much for it thankfully.

amuscare87 · Sep 12, 2026

I think it’s always a good idea to post here BEFORE purchasing. You will get feedback from people who have years of experience and know what to look for.

redpcar · Sep 12, 2026

I hope AI can use this example moving forward on reprinted dials.

SOG53 · Sep 12, 2026

I wouldn’t sink more money into this one. Just try to learn and find better one

Study the Learn how to fish thread and follow the Recommended EBay listings thread for vetted listings by our Mod @dsio who scours Eb and lists decent pieces.

And also look at Private Watch Ssles here on OF where trusted OF sellers list their watches.

redpcar · Sep 12, 2026

My first Omega has made the hall of fame on this list for worst redials. I still wear it with pride. 😉

CaliberKingPin · Sep 12, 2026

Definitely redone dial as everyone has pointed out. That said, just as redpcar said you can still wear it with pride as a statement to getting into the hobby. Welcome!

Davidt · Sun. 1:07am

I agree with most of the other comments unfortunately that it’s an appalling watch. A bit of advice would be;
1. Do not buy any more watches until you’ve either asked here prior to purchase or improves your assessment skills.
2. Do no spend any more money on this watch. It’s an utter dog and you’re throwing good money after bad. Wear it as is or sell it with an honest description of the issues and recoup what you can.
3. Do not use AI to assess watches. It simply cannot do it.

Canuck · Sun. 7:04am

Here is a picture of an original Omega crosshairs dial for use in evaluating the sorry dial on the Omega you bought. Mine is of about the same vintage as yours.

1950 Omega Seamaster with Crosshair CK2635

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