eBay Fake Planet Ocean 2901.50?

Hey all, recently received a Planet Ocean from a reputable eBay seller in the United States and it passed authentication. However, I noticed some flaws with the piece. I’ve owned a 2201.50 in the past and knew the caseback was inscribed with planet ocean on the under arch, seahorse in the middle with the omega logo and the laser engraved Omega globe. This particular watch ( ref 2901.50) has Planet Ocean inscribed twice on the caseback. Also, the crown appear misaligned on the Omega logo. I’m not sure if the age of the watch and tarnish is messing with my eyes but the crown logo looks funny to me. The movement, dial, hands, and bezel all look right. I’m not sure if the 2901.50 was a newer version than the 2901.50 and Omega changed it all later on. My understanding was both references were the same but one had a bracelet and one did not. The seller is denying it’s counterfeit and offered a refund but I’m curious if im overreacting or if there’s something to this. Thanks in advance. Serial number on the watch is 81062147. I’m including photos taken at various angles. I’m wondering mainly 1. Was this caseback design ever used even for a short time 2. Does the tarnish around the crown logo create an optical illusion or does the logo deform over time. - thanks, Ryan.

Stini

That kind of tarnish on the crown logo seems funky to me with stainless steel. If the body were silver, that would be one thing. But other than that catching my eye I cannot offer anything useful. Omega site says they are stainless steel or 18K gold, neither of which would tarnish (unless the stainless had been exposed to a lot of harsh conditions of chemicals or saltwater. duh. saltwater) But even then! High quality stainless steel is supposed to retain its shine.

hen

Is it tarnish thou? To me it looks like the last remnants of polish steel around the logo of an hard life crown. But we need better picures.

blueteg

If it helps you argue your case with Ebay....here are some clear pics of the same reference from one of my for sale threads last year. (the watch is sold; just including the pics/link to help you out)

https://omegaforums.net/threads/omega-seamaster-planet-ocean-600m-ref-2201-50.178911/

Thread '*** Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600m - ref 2201.50 ***' ·

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600m
Reference: 2201.50
Serial # 81,7XX,XXX
Caliber: Co-Axial 2500
Bracelet: excellent condition with no blemishes; will fit up to a 7" wrist...

SOLD

$ 3000 USD

blueteg · Dec 8, 2024

WatchIdiot

Mine is a 2209.50, it only has one planet ocean engraving and no globe. It still has the plastic seal on the back, I don't know how much if at all it helps due to being a different reference.