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  1. adrianlowsy Apr 29, 2014

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    Hi,

    I am looking at a vintage Omega here but i don't have any experience with them. I would like to ask your opinions on this watch.

    It is asking for $500USD.

    1. Is it Original?
    2. Is it worth getting?
    3. Is condition of the movement ok or do you see any red flags?

    Thanks in advanced!


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  2. marturx Apr 30, 2014

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    1. The dial has been repainted, but the watch looks OK besides that, even if the crown seems to be a later replacement, ill fitted, and the case seems to have been given an homemade polish
    2. From a collectors point of view, no. See 1.
    3. The movement looks OK, but to determine that, you need to inspect it IRL. They are vulnerable these old gems. No shockprotection of the balance, and don´t expect them to keep time as good as younger watches.
     
  3. adrianlowsy Apr 30, 2014

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    Thanks for your reply Marturx, sharp eyes! I will continue looking out for another.
     
  4. STANDY schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector Apr 30, 2014

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