It might not be the first thing that comes to mind when buying a pre-owned or vintage Speedmaster, but what kind of accuracy should you expect from a pre-loved timepiece? Most of the buyers and collectors are more concerned about the watch’s aesthetics than the technical condition of the watch, it seems. Let’s have a […] Visit Buying A Pre-Owned Omega Speedmaster: How About Its Accuracy? to read the full article.
The article seems to suggest that Omega will abide by an owner’s instructions about what not to do during the servicing of a vintage watch - for example, not replacing a tritium dial and hands. I would not make that assumption nor would I trust Omega to preserve the vintage character of any Omega watch. It’s a much safer option to use a qualified independent watchmaker with access to an Omega parts account and who specializes in servicing vintage watches.