I have come across my late Father's Omega Seamaster and have a few questions. I believe this watch is late 50's vintage. My Father bought it new before he was married in 1960 - I can recall the watch back to my early childhood, I was born in 1961. The watch says Omega Automatic Seamaster.

The watch began to run as soon as it was gently shaken and I have been wearing (and enjoying) it now for about a month. The watch keeps time but I sense that I should have it serviced before I wear it. What's the forum experts opinion on having ths watch restored to a newer condition? Is that a no no? Any feed back would be appreciated.


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Firstly, don't wear it any more until it has been serviced. If it hasn't been serviced in ages, letting it run could be doing serious damage to the gears.

Restoring is a broad term. Replacing crown, crystal and strap is all 100% acceptable. Refurbishing the dial significantly reduces its appeal to collectors. But as an heirloom, how you value it is what is more important. I think I'd prefer to have the watch as similar as possible as how my grandfather had it. But that is just personal opinion.

 

I should add - great watch. I love that dial layout

 

I love this watch! ::thumbsup!:: Is it cal 344? If so I am getting one soon. Probably one of the nicest seamaster cases IMO! Oh, and just get it cleaned up..Don't play with the dial on it I reckon as it looks great as it is!

 

Just got the watch back from a cleaning and overhaul. The watch was taken apart, cleaned and lubed. The rate accuracy, reserve power and water resistance/pressure was checked. It got a new crystal and a mild case polish, the dial was mildly cleaned but not restored. It recieved a clean bill of health. I found out its a Cal 344 movement and
serial# C2576-4. I ascertained from the Omega database that it's a 1953 model. A pic of the cleanup:

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very nice ! enjoy in good health and keep it in the family. kind regards. achim

 

Thanks. Very happy and I will be wearing with pride!

 

Beautifull watch and good service.

Congrats.

Giuseppe.