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  1. jantjewgm Jul 27, 2022

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    Hello and good afternoon,
    I saw a beautiful (in my eyes) example of a 1940s Omega with 30T2 caliber in UK auction for tomorrow.
    Curious about opinions from fellow members. I think this dial and case is really attractive.

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  2. jantjewgm Jul 27, 2022

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    And please correct me if im wrong about the dial
     
  3. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Jul 27, 2022

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    Without seeing the inside of the case, we cannot know what type of movement is inside.

    The dial looks original, but the pictures are not high enough resolution to tell for sure.

    I find that in general, auction descriptions by themselves are not sufficient to determine authenticity or condition. In person examination is critical. Even then, most auction houses are not going to open up a watch for you to see the inside.

    That’s why I tend to stay away from auctions outside of eBay. At least a buyer has some protection there if things are not what they seem to be.
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  4. MSNWatch Vintage Omega Aficionado Staff Member Jul 27, 2022

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    Looks good enough to take a chance on as long as it is 35mm or bigger. Dial looks original with even patina and will likely have a low serial 30mm movement inside.
     
  5. mac_omega Jul 27, 2022

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    It is 33 mm only...
     
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  6. Danwales Jul 27, 2022

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    Always ask to see extra pictures and a buyers report.
     
  7. Hilts Jul 27, 2022

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    I rather like that, interesting rivet bracelet there as well (especially the clasp arrangement) - depending on what it is it could very well pay for the hammer price of the watch.
     
  8. jantjewgm Jul 28, 2022

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    I like the bracelet as well. I'm curious for how much it will go. If it was 35mm I would take a chance..
     
  9. hejsam Jul 28, 2022

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    Can you share a link to the auction?
     
  10. jantjewgm Jul 28, 2022

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  11. kyle L Grasshopper Staff Member Jul 28, 2022

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  12. Fallout Boy Jul 28, 2022

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    great dial! small dots but top! (photo - shopped)

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  13. TexOmega Jul 28, 2022

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    please interpret the above statement
     
  14. jantjewgm Jul 28, 2022

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    That is shady.. putting it up for auction while it is being sold at ebay
     
  15. Fallout Boy Jul 28, 2022

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    what exactly do you mean?
     
  16. Canuck Jul 28, 2022

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    It occurs to me that THIS is the comment that needs interpretation.
     
  17. Fallout Boy Jul 28, 2022

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    Without a loupe and from a distance: I vote for original. And beautiful design . My2cents