Very first post here, my apologies if this should be somewhere else. Mods, please feel free to move to the appropriate forum/sub-forum if this is the case. I just bought this on eBay. I have a watch-crazy buddy who has been giving me continual counsel, I send him the eBay link and he tells me his thoughts. It's been very fun and very rewarding! After months of looking for something that I really loved, I found this one. I did a bit of research, the serial number, cal, etc. seem to match up with the specs. Full disclosure, I'm not opposed to having a repainted dial. Just wanted your thoughts on this watch! Anything is appreciated. I'm glad to join, seems like a great place! The seller seems very reputable with a 100% rating (loulaura001) From 1960 DIMENSIONS: 35MM CASE: stainless steel CASE BACK TYPE: Screw-in CRYSTAL: Armoured hesalite BRACELET: Leather TYPE Manual winding (mechanical) CALIBER NUMBER: 600 OTHER With central sweep-second hand 17 jewels Created in 1959 This watch has recently been serviced and is ready for everyday use. FUNCTION
I'm not best placed to comment on the originality of the watch but it is a gorgeous watch. So simple and elegant. They're quite small though, I think. 34mm?
It really is. I'm very much a watch novice, I'm sure I could have made a better decision, but it was exactly what I was looking for. Simple, sleek, clean, and of course, 1960s Omega. I believe it's 34.5mm even though the description says 35mm. It is indeed small, but I really like that size, I think 34-35mm really gives a watch some presence, ironically enough! haha
Too late: Well, you certainly got a repainted dial..... and as Hoi noted above, a very worn movement to boot.
Haha, well lesson learned, I guess it was a waste and a bad purchase. I still like the watch, it runs well and was recently serviced, according to the seller. I also didn't think the movement was so bad compared to others I saw.
I see, that movement is undoubtedly nicer! Beautiful watch right there. I'll just have to be satisfied with mine for now, until my next Omega purchase. which will be the Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch. I can't wait.
Of course you will see more original/cleaner examples here that have been hunted down by the dedicated and knowledgeable collectors. However, don't just dismiss yours as "a waste and a bad purchase" and shove it away in a sock drawer. Personally, I think it's a pretty nice looking watch and if you like the way it looks and you enjoy wearing it, then do so in good health. That's what watches are for
