@FamilyMember Those are the hands I was referring to when I asked for a pic of the topside of those hands not the ones which are installed in watch itself.
I understand now about the hands which were replaced. I hope the replacement hands put on my Omega are not an issue. This watch has been quite a learning experience for me.
If the old hands are in "good" condition you could have them reinstalled to make it original again.
I understand about the old hands being desirable. At this point, having gone through much time and cost with complete maintenance service, I'm inclined to sell the watch in the maintained condition, with the replaced parts included separately. If a buyer really wants the old hands reinstalled, they could find a qualified watch specialist to install. Omega did not give any options during the maintenance to leave old parts installed.
I understand about the old hands being desirable. At this point, having gone through much time and cost with complete maintenance service, I'm inclined to sell the watch in the maintained condition, with the replaced parts included separately. If a buyer really wants the old hands reinstalled, they could find a qualified watch specialist to install. Omega did not give any options during the maintenance to leave old parts installed.
When you list it, include photos that allow a buyer to judge the condition of the original hands. And just generally keep them organized and safe so they aren’t damaged in storage or shipping. Based on the way you are handling them, as a buyer I would be concerned.
keep in mind that the hands currently on the watch have basically no value and the old hands have some value, depending on condition, which can’t be evaluated from your photos.
I know it may sound crazy but the color and condition of the lume in the original hands will make the difference between buy or not-buy for many collectors. So just be aware of that.
To be honest, I’d try eBay again and be clear on your description that it’s a service bracelet.
Dealers aren’t generally going to offer a good price for a vintage Speedmaster.
I contacted ebay. Given that my account received a warning to not relist when the new bracelet failed authentication, and they have no other company to authenticate watches, I will sell elsewhere. It's a shame as I have been selling on ebay for over 10 years with a perfect reputation.
For what it's worth, many of us don't hold the ebay authentication system in high regard.
Definitely carefully separate out those original hands. Try not to bend, and store carefully.
I agree 100%. Also collectors would be prefer the original crown and pushers. I can't tell if those removed in the service were original.
I noticed a number on the back of the watch case, near where the bracelet attaches. It looks like 633. Here is a photo. I did some google searches but haven't been able to figure out what the number represents. I would appreciate any education on this number.
633 is the number of the end-links on the bracelet. Also, Omega service replaces crown and pushers; from one of your earlier pictures, you can see the original crown as well.
