Looking to purchase another 504 and came across this example. To my not-yet-eagle eye, the dial appears to have an even patina without damage, the ss case appears to have been polished, and the seller doesn’t provide a photo of the observatory and stars. Description is somewhat over embellished in my opinion as “in great condition” and “very rare and difficult to find.” I have no experience with straps and bracelets so don’t have a knowledgeable comment on this example. Would I be correct in identifying this as a beads of rice bracelet?

The reference 2943 appears correct housing this 504 movement dating the watch to 2 years before my 1959 birth year. The movement is not as nice as my redialed example and appears to show some signs of rotor rub which may also be residue that requires cleaning.

I’m not quite certain on how to evaluate the crown. I’ve looked at the numbering of Omega winding crowns chart in Desmond’s blog site but can’t figure out how to use it as a reference in determining originality of the crown.

What can the experts add to the critique of this watch, please.

Thanks in advance.

 

Wrong sub-forum, this should be in the vintage section.

Also: https://omegaforums.net/threads/advice-on-a-couple-connies.101281

 

Dang it. Spent some time on it. I’ll post it to the right one. Thanks.

Copied to vintage section. Would a moderator please remove this thread?