First Omega that I’ve owned, just wanted something simple and it’s run flawlessly for me thus far. At 32mm it’s a bit smaller than I’d prefer but it looks clean and not too flashy for daily wear. Purchased as a 1954 Seamaster Cal 471 Ref 2970 7SC - recently took to local jeweler to replace an hour marker that popped loose due to a fall, (watch got stuck on backpack strap at airport and strap came undone at the pin and hit the ground, popped it back in myself no problem). He said a couple other hour markers were slightly loose so he secured them while he was in there too. He was also able to confirm that it is a 471 automatic movement. Sparked my interest as the dial only reads “Omega” and “Seamaster” - any other automatic Seamaster from this era that I’ve seen says “Automatic” somewhere on the dial as well. Just looking for further info on the dial and this piece in general, also wondering average value for a piece like this?
Not until he's finished putting the uncooked elbow macaroni on it. Then he can put it on the refrigerator and shoot a few pics.
Seller didn’t mention anything about it being painted in listing, I would say maybe but I have no experience looking for stuff like that on vintage watches. Used a flashlight to illuminate and cut down on glare, hope this helps.
I hope you didn't pay more than a few bucks for it. I'd say the value is for parts, at best. Any chance you can return it? The crown is wrong, the dial has been destroyed, it looks like the bezel is missing and I'm pretty sure the seconds hand is a replacement. Bottom line: It isn't what it was sold to you as being.
Hopefully you didn't pay too much - the dial is pretty bad, enough to give it a new name of Omega 'Goldmaster'. If you did, you probably have a chance of returning it as false advertisement. I can say, it did give me a hearty laugh. Sorry mate, make sure to do some research + ask for opinions before buying next time. If you can't return it, as long as you enjoy it, it's special to you. That's all that matters! Relevant video:
Seller was out of Miami. I can contact them but it’s been a few months. Only paid $350, should have done more research first. Thanks for the info.
The owner seems to be enjoying wearing the watch, so no need to toss it out. Hmbarger, the dial has been repainted. That is the end of the world for a collector, like many here. But if you like wearing it, do so. The dial seriously devalues the watch, but I expect you didn't pay a fortune anyway.
Lol @ video - thanks for the replies. Will definitely be doing research before buying next time. Not too upset for $350. Saw here that the 471 was the first full rotor and that’s enough for me knowing it has a genuine movement. http://www.chronomaddox.com/OmegaCaliberList.html#Some Side Notes on Some of the Movements
Miami, eh? That's where all the smart South American eBay sellers say they're from. They ship the stuff to their relative and the relative repacks / reships it to the buyer.
Cheers to your helpful contributions sir! On a serious note, can anyone point me in the direction of where to find the proper dial and crown for this case/movement? What would the proper original parts do for the value? https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.re...s_7_vintage_omegas_seamaster_de_ville_geneve/ #3 here is the only other 2790-7sc that I could find anywhere online, the reference matches but this Cal 471 has a 16xxxxxx serial vs my 14xxxxxx. Does this example reflect what this watch is supposed to look like?
I think that one is also a redial. Here's one with what I think is a original dial: https://uhrforum.de/vintage-omega-automatic-kal-471-ref-2790-ca-50er-60er-jahre-t112597 Not sure if any examples of this reference originally had a "Seamaster" dial. I saw two or three online, but all were obvious redials. gatorcpa