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1950s Omega with very unusual original dial?

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Hi everyone,

I'd appreciate some opinions on this 1958 Omega Seamaster ref 2846. Now, I love Pie Pans but this dial is pretty cool too.
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The silver dial has a rather unusual concentric circular brushed finish which caught my eye. I think it is called "radial".

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I'm wondering what experienced Omega collectors think of this particular example. Is this a relatively common dial variation, or something genuinely uncommon?

I'd love to hear from anyone familiar with this reference, particularly if you have seen similar examples or can share any information about its history?

I'm just trying to learn a little more about it but my research has not uncovered much at all.

Thanks everyone! Here is a movememt shot:
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TexOmega
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Wow, the dial is mint, the movt is "tired" and the case is highly polished, wonder how that combination happens?
 
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Thanks for your comments. What a shame. It is from a reputable dealer and I genuinely thought it is all original, so I was excited to learn more about it. I take the point on the inconsistency between the mint dial and what seems to be a "tired" movement, thanks @TexOmega. Good point. Mind if I PM you the listing to see what you think?
 
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Thanks @gatorcpa ! Would you mind if I PM you with the listing to get your thoughts? The seller says it is original, but if collectors have doubts I should probably not buy it!
There is no need to send the listing. As I said in the other thread, I have no doubt it is a redial.

Some sellers will claim a dial is “original” if it is the same piece of metal. It is semantics. The dial did not leave Omega looking like that.
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