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Advice on whether a Vintage Omega is authentic

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Hi there - I was hoping someone might be able to point out if this omega I am looking at is authentic or not. I have found an older Omega that granted is a little banged up, but is in the direction of what I am looking for (a bit rustic). I do, however, want to ensure as best I can that it is actually authentic, so I appreciate any help and feedback you can give. The main thing I find unfortunate is that the crown does not have the Omega emblem, but I don't know if that then is a tell that it is fake.
https://www.ebay.de/itm/OMEGA-Autom...901670?hash=item3daff25e26:g:h0EAAOSwKcxfttRS
Thank you in advance,
Chris

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Canuck
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Looks real to me. I’ve never seen a fake with simulated patina such as appears on the dial.
 
UncleBuck
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Hi Chris and welcome!
The reference 162.009 is from the Geneve' collection and was introduced in 1967. The serial # of this one is from 1969 or a little later.
I also feel that it is real, but I think you could find a much better example. Keep looking, keep asking and keep learning!
 
Dan S
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Others will know for sure, but I'm not certain that those hands originally came with that dial. It's a bit hard to see, but the dial markers appear to have a black-painted center inlay. If so, I would have expected matching hands.

This is the type of thing that watch dweebs think about. Of course, in this case, the bigger issue is the condition of the dial, with the unevenly degraded lacquer. I think you might tire of it.
 
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UncleBuck UncleBuck
Hi Chris and welcome!
The reference 162.009 is from the Geneve' collection and was introduced in 1967. The serial # of this one is from 1969 or a little later.
I also feel that it is real, but I think you could find a much better example. Keep looking, keep asking and keep learning!
Thank you!
 
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Dan S Dan S
Others will know for sure, but I'm not certain that those hands originally came with that dial. It's a bit hard to see, but the dial markers appear to have a black-painted center inlay. If so, I would have expected matching hands.

This is the type of thing that watch dweebs think about. Of course, in this case, the bigger issue is the condition of the dial, with the unevenly degraded lacquer. I think you might tire of it.
Thank you!
 
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The main thing I find unfortunate is that the crown does not have the Omega emblem, but I don't know if that then is a tell that it is fake.

It's the second time within a short period of time that I hear this argument from a person starting into vintage watches.

IMO there should be no problem finding a matching used Omega crown for a common vintage Omega watch for small money.

As pointed out by @Dan S there are much bigger issues with this watch!
 
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It's the second time within a short period of time that I hear this argument from a person starting into vintage watches.

IMO there should be no problem finding a matching used Omega crown for a common vintage Omega watch for small money.

As pointed out by @Dan S there are much bigger issues with this watch!

Thank you for the feedback!
 
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I agree. A lot of issues and many more watches around without them in this price range, particularly if you factor in service, parts and who knows what else in this neglected watch. And having spent almost as much as you paid for the watch, you still end up with a sorry dial on a worn movement.
 
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If you are new to this, spend time to read about it, it is also enjoyments of this hobby. There are much more better examples.
 
Dimitris
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Would pass on this example , pretty bad condition on that dial , for the same amount of money or a few more you can find a much better geneve or maybe a seamaster .
 
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I would just like to quickly say thank you to everyone who has provided their feedback. I really appreciate it!
 
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