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·Hygiene reasons as well as work surroundings, eg MRI, probably.
Yes, you are correct thank you.
Francis
Is this a good original example?
Yes, you are correct thank you.
Francis
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·It is a quite rare model, 2887. Google Omega Constellation 2887 and see what you have.
Hi Hoipolloi, thank you for your input on my post. I just have one more question for you please. I would be very grateful if you could tell me how you believe this watch to be ref 2887 without seeing inside the back?
It’s just that I have been asked how I know and all I could say is that both gatorcpa and yourself have told me this information? Thanks.
Francis
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·I’ve never lost a watch in the post.
If you do send it, just ensure you use RM Special Delivery, not just RM Recorded.
Thanks David, yes RM Special Delivery for insurance purposes too I should imagine. If they asked the value of content though I wouldn’t be able to answer tbh 😀
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··Vintage Omega ConnoisseurHi Hoipolloi, thank you for your input on my post. I just have one more question for you please. I would be very grateful if you could tell me how you believe this watch to be ref 2887 without seeing inside the back?
It’s just that I have been asked how I know and all I could say is that both gatorcpa and yourself have told me this information? Thanks.
Francis
Do you read the title given to me by the Mods?
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··ΩF InvestiGatorI would be very grateful if you could tell me how you believe this watch to be ref 2887 without seeing inside the back?
The earlier model is the Ref. 2652, with caliber 352 or 354 inside:
As you can see, the medallion on the Ref. 2652 is a bit broader and has a wider rim that your case.
The other reference is the Ref. 2887, which is what both @hoipolloi and I think you have there.
A thinner rim to the medallion and a bit more concave. Here's your example to compare:
Which one looks closer to your watch?
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·Do you read the title given to me by the Mods?
Yes I do apologise, I’m really glad you replied so confidently 😀 Thank you Hoipolloi I did not mean to offend haha
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·There are only two case references of these early Constellations that had screw-in backs. The major difference between these two watches is that the earlier version had a bumper automatic movement and the later one has a rotor automatic. However, since we cannot see the movement, we have to use other means of identification.
The earlier model is the Ref. 2652, with caliber 352 or 354 inside:
As you can see, the medallion on the Ref. 2652 is a bit broader and has a wider rim that your case.
The other reference is the Ref. 2887, which is what both @hoipolloi and I think you have there.
A thinner rim to the medallion and a bit more concave. Here's your example to compare:
Which one looks closer to your watch?
gatorcpa
Oh I see, thank you for the time taken with image representation that explained it so well. I cannot thank you all enough for your replies and I did not mean to offend but now I understand so thank you to you both.
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··Vintage Omega ConnoisseurI can see a ring on case back, check the rotor if it touches the case back? If rotor axle is loose, it needs a service .
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·Yes, sorry for the late reply. If you work in a clinical area such as myself then the NHS has a policy that you are bare below the elbow for infection control. Only a wedding ring is permitted.
Francis
Maybe you could get one of those extra-long NASA bands and wear the watch around your bicep?
Whenever some asks the time you give them the Arnold Schwarzenegger pose.
That's an awesome watch.
