1950's Omega 'Unidentified' purchased in Geneva this weekend

And that’s exactly how you should feel. You will have memories for years of the trip, the museum, finding the watchmaker, sharing his stories and experience. Whether original, repainted, relumed, franken or whatever you have a watch you were attracted to, bought in Switzerland, and seems to be keeping good time.

Whilst it’s always nice to trace its model, year etc etc sometimes just enjoying the watch for what it is and it’s purpose in life is more satisfying

Chaps,

Just a quick question, if I did pop the back off would it be difficult to get it back on again? I don't want to risk breaking my 'new' watch but would be interested to see the movement and any reference numbers.

Thank you.

Kev

Felsby,

OK, thank you. I was a bit worried about the mention of a pressure ring which I have not come across before.

Kev

It looks to have a case back and a ring around the outside - the ring is indicated in green below (it is a customer's watch so, I won't post any front pictures). You have to remove the ring using a single sided razor blade or case knife between the ring and the mid case (don't pry, just open the gap progressively around the case) and the ring will come off. Then the rest of the back will lift off easily. Do all of this after cleaning off any dirt.

To be honest, I really do not recommend this as these rings are delicate so, easily damaged. They are not available to buy for most references so, if you break it, you will have a watch that doesn't close and this is best left to a watchmaker. If you're in UK, not in a hurry and really need it opened, I will do it for you - send me a message.

Cheers, Chris

Chris,

Thank you. That puts a different perspective on it. As much as I'm intrigued to find out what's inside I don't want to damage it myself.

I'll have a good long think!

Thanks

Kev