Help authenticate this Omega 2039 Milano mesh bracelet 19mm

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nonnaccio

·Jun 20, 2026

Hi everyone,

I'm about to purchase this vintage Omega 2039 Milanese mesh bracelet from a Japanese seller (listed on both eBay and Chrono24, returns accepted). Before pulling the trigger I'd love a second opinion from the experts here, as I was burned once before with a bracelet that was advertised as 19mm but turned out to be an 18mm with filed-down 20mm end links.


Details as described/visible:

• Reference: 2039
• Clasp inscription: OMEGA / 30 / STAINLESS STEEL / 2039
• Lug width: 19mm (confirmed by ruler in photos)
• Length: 8cm (clasp half) + 11cm (free half)
• Condition: used, from Japan

Intended use: Omega Constellation 168.010, straight lugs, 19mm, silver domed dial - cal. 564, circa 1966-69.


My specific concerns:

1. Are the end links original and unmodified?
2. Does the clasp marking look correct and consistent with a genuine 2039?
3. Anything suspicious in the mesh pattern or construction?

Photos attached. Any help greatly appreciated!

 

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kaplan

·Jun 20, 2026

authentic but you may be missing a small metal piece that's inside the locking buckle there - though even with that piece missing, it works as intended

 

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nonnaccio

·Jun 20, 2026

kaplan

authentic but you may be missing a small metal piece that's inside the locking buckle there - though even with that piece missing, it works as intended

Thank you! Could you please explain what that small metal piece is exactly, and where it should be located inside the buckle? I'd like to understand if it's something that can be replaced or repaired by a watchmaker.

 

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kaplan

·Jun 20, 2026

It’s like a lip, purpose is to guide maybe, prevent the buckle from misengaging

 

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SOG53

·Jun 20, 2026

I have 2038 which is same mesh but size 18 mm. And another mesh 2058 shown on the watch in the photo. Notice the watch on the photo has a sliding clasp on the long side, which is adjustable to length. The clasp clips onto this part very easy.

On the other one, similar to the one you are looking at, there is no sliding clasp on the other side and you fit the long end into the buckle adjust and close. While this may look easier, I found that this style can be a bit awkward to put on wrist.

Both are nice, the one you are looking at has slightly larger mesh and shinier. Yours looks good and original to me

 

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nonnaccio

·Jun 20, 2026

kaplan

It’s like a lip, purpose is to guide maybe, prevent the buckle from misengaging

Thank you so much for your help! Sorry to bother you again ,would you say this is a green light to buy? I'm a bit hesitant because the price is lower than similar listings I've seen, and I was recently burned by a bracelet advertised as 19mm that turned out to be an 18mm with filed-down 20mm end links. Just want to make sure I'm not missing anything obvious before pulling the trigger.

 

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kaplan

·Jun 20, 2026

Looks good, but if the piece is missing - I'd skip it just because you'll likely be paying a premium sum

 

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nonnaccio

·Jun 20, 2026

kaplan

Looks good, but if the piece is missing - I'd skip it just because you'll likely be paying a premium sum

The seller sent me the pics I requested and the lip seems to be in place...
Sorry for the disturb but I'm new to the vintage world and after the last experience I've became a lil paranoid 😁

 

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SOG53

·Jun 21, 2026

Looks good to me
FWIW I’ve have had good luck with bracelets from Japan.
Post photo on watch when you get it.

 

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nonnaccio

·Jun 24, 2026

SOG53

Looks good to me
FWIW I’ve have had good luck with bracelets from Japan.
Post photo on watch when you get it.

Here's a couple of shots with the new arrival... the clasp I confirm is a bit annoying and I need to make some practice with it but the look and feel on the wrist is absolutely stunning!