First, let me start by saying I am not selling this watch. I inherited this from my grandfather and I am trying to learn what I have. I've shown it to a couple individuals locally and it seemed as though they were trying to scoop it from me. Any assistance I can get with age, authenticity, uniqueness and value is greatly appreciated.

Case 145022-74st
Movement 35579516

 

It is a 145.022-74 however it looks like the dial was replaced with a Mark II dial (different watch) and luminova hands at some point. Worth having a service and keeping as granddad's watch. You could try to source a dial and hands if you felt strongly about original condition.

 

Bezel's new too. If it were me I'd keep it as-is and wear it as an heirloom.

Age - 1974 to 1976, authenticity = there are parts on your watch that are incorrect for the 145.022-74 model, but they are genuine Omega parts. This will affect the value fairly significantly, and I'd put your watch;s value as-is at around $1500 US. (A nice -74 is about $3000, but you will have to spend $500 for a bezel, $500 for a dial (very very hard to find) and $500 for a proper handset to bring this to correct spec. (The handset on it currently can be repainted to appear period-correct however, for much less than the cost of finding vintage hands)

 

Not to mention the pitted case/ sloppy case polish job. Sadly a less attractive specimen. Hard to see anyone but a less informed person trying to ”scoop” this one up

 

No bump for the bracelet? I agree with your pricing for head only.

 

There seems to be rust on the pushers and I guess you need to service the movement. The dial looks nice for an aged Mark 2 dial.

 

So far it doesn't seem like 1171s (or any bracelet other than a flat-link or 1450/808) are adding value when attached to watches, especially at less-than-great condition.

 

I agree - I would highly recommend that he LEAVE IT just as his grandfather wore it.

 

Yes were it and love it.
Mybe sometimes a speedy pro dial.

 

It’s a “real” watch that’s been well worn and has some service parts. It’s not an ugly specimen by any means. Personally I’d be thrilled if my grandpa left me one of these; and I’d wear the heck out of it everyday. Just like he clearly did.

 

Looks great even with the wrong dial, Wear it and enjoy it.

 

I am at a loss to explain why some Omegas don't get a "bump" for the bracelet, but it is very true. Go buy a 1171 with ends. It will cost you $300-$400

 

Not long ago 1039s were in that realm too, even as they surpassed $1k in value - I made a couple great pickups that way. Nowadays it seems it's gone the other way and a 1039 can add $1500-2000 to an otherwise mediocre example