Hello, I am trying to figure out what model, type of Omega watch I have. This was my grandfather's watch, we believe he may have gotten it in the late 1940's- early 1950's. The last date it was serviced was 1956. Thank you.
Probably a pressure fit caseback. Try to open it carefully to find the reference number and movement serial
1940's, 30mm movement, but as others have said, we need to see the inside case back & the movement to be sure.
No, your case back is stainless steel, so the watch isnt solid gold. The last pic you posted shows a gold caseback from a different watch. Sometimes the watches were made in both gold & steel models. The database does not show them all, just 1 example of it. The watch calibre can be seen under the balance, below where the A & R are on the movement. I can make out 30 T3 which is a 265 if my memory is correct..
I’m confused. Is your watch the top one? Does it have a steel or gold back? The gold back shown is 9K gold, not 18K. The dial was repainted many years ago. The watch has very little collector value, but a lot of sentimental value. For that, you should get it serviced and keep it as a remembrance. gatorcpa
Those are all of the same watch, same case back. I adjusted the light settings to see if different details would show for everyone. Watch has not been touched, my grandfather never had it repainted. It is original. The face has some dirt specks throughout. Again may be my phone settings.
Watch is gold, back is stainless. It had something engraved in the back of the case back, but it is worn off.
Watch is likely gold plated, not solid. There is bleed over of the paint of the numerals 5 and 7 into the sub-seconds dial. This is not generally found on Omega made dials. It was common practice in the 1950’s to repaint dials as part of a standard service. That’s probably what happened here. gatorcpa
Sorry I just see that case back in last picture I was not mine. I may have accidentally downloaded that from my search. Sorry for the confusion.
I have deleted the incorrect photo. Sorry I didn't realize I downloaded another picture in my search.
Thank you for that information. I thought repainting was something current. I have read some of the posts mentioning that. This is my first Omega watch, but my favorite brand. I always look at the ones for sale on other sites. I currently have a watch or a few from each of my family members who have passed away. My grandfather on my mother's side is the Omega, a 14k Bulova scalloped tank style watch. My grandfather on my father's side I have a Fortis stratoliner. From my great uncle I have a 14k Hamilton Tank watch.
Clean the movement, seems damaged with scars, and keep it with you for next generation. As @gatorcpa said, dial was repainted.