Advice for new watch collector (is this a redial)

RoMash · Mon. 8:23pm

Hi all,

New to the watch world, and probably shouldn't have pulled the trigger on my first more expensive watch until I was 100% sure of it's value - but figured I am going to enjoy this watch no matter what.

So - here is a picture of my new Omega Ref: 2374. Unfortunately, I'm not sure if it's a redial - which seems possible. There is a bit of faint radium burn, but I'm not seeing any other examples of this reference number that have this style of a seconds dial.

Thoughts?

Also - obviously this is a replacement strap, and in the style of what it may have had - but I'd love recommendations on a vintage bracelet I may be able to find that would look appropriate for it if I ever want to dress it up a bit!

Thank you for your brains, experience, and generosity!

JimInOz · Mon. 8:46pm

Definitly a redial IMO. The Ω symbol is misshapen and the chapter ring printing is sloppy (as well as the sub-dial).
The lume also appears to have been redone at some stage as radium usually goes a yellow/tan colour as it ages.

Nice case on it though, what's the movement look like?

Speed2Sea · Mon. 9:29pm

How much did you pay for this gem?

RoMash · Mon. 9:32pm

JimInOz
Definitly a redial IMO. The Ω symbol is misshapen and the chapter ring printing is sloppy (as well as the sub-dial).
The lume also appears to have been redone at some stage as radium usually goes a yellow/tan colour as it ages.

Nice case on it though, what's the movement look like?

Ordered a tool to open it up tomorrow, as I was only shown a picture of it when I purchased it - but I’ll send a photo then! That’s what I was thinking, and its unfortunate, but still an exciting piece to own even if I overpaid sadly.

RoMash · Mon. 9:34pm

Speed2Sea

Speed2Sea
How much did you pay for this gem?

talked him down to $950 including taxes. Original asking was $1600, but that seemed high compared to comps and my questions about it. I still think I likely overpaid though if it’s a redial.

hugh162 · Tues. 8:38am

Yes, overpay. If you could return it I would. If not, then how much you paid doesn’t matter if you enjoy the watch, and you can just take it as a lesson for next time.

This was redialled a while ago based on the aging of the lume - redials were common during services back in the day and it’s a part of the history of the watch now.

ScDevon · Tues. 9:17am

RoMash
but still an exciting piece to own even if I overpaid sadly.

It's not that bad of a deal especially if the movement is a good runner and the movement is reasonably original. Dial refinishing was common generations ago. This ref. isn't especially rare. You could take your time and look for a spare dial that's original and correct and have it installed if you have it serviced down the road.

The case is pretty good. Gentle hand cleaning and polishing with a Cape Cod cloth can really make a difference. I'm sure the thread would enjoy several clear photos of the movement from different angles and good light. How does it run so far?

Larry S · Tues. 9:21am

Noob tax paid … next time be more diligent and by all means ask here for help. Keep this as a reminder. We’ve all been there.

artisgil · Tues. 9:39pm

Yeah, it looks like a refial It's a minefield out there!.Good luck and use this forum before buying..It's very helpful

alam · Wed. 1:49am

@RoMash as mentioned by others, a redial on a nice case. Horrible strap 😇 Overall, you have a nice looking watch; personally I will wear on a brown leather [dress] strap and be happy with it -- a redial on this watch would not make me loose any sleep for not being an original dial. Enjoy wearing!

Advice for new watch collector (is this a redial)

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Speed2Sea

RoMash

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hugh162

ScDevon

Larry S

artisgil

alam

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