My first beefy-lugs Seamaster

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I think if a person is going to collect vintage Omega, I expect a beefy lug seamaster in their collection 👍. Well done it's amazing!
 
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That Kaufman strap I got hosed on might work for that watch.
 
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Félicitations ! Très classe, et parfaite dimensions au poignet 😀

I concur that the current strap actually fits the overall watch quite nicely. It accentuate the golden hour markers and hands on the dial.

Trust the engine will be as nice and clean as the carrosserie 😀
 
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Smashing and elegant choice, especially on that strap. Mine has a similar crown.

 
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I think if a person is going to collect vintage Omega, I expect a beefy lug seamaster in their collection 👍. Well done it's amazing!
Ha ha, thank you so much @omegawatchlover, @Shabbaz, @vlaspri, @Seaborg, @krogerfoot, @LesXL @Andy F — to be honest I have no plan to collect vintage Omegas, and even then it’s nice to have this 😀

That Kaufman strap I got hosed on might work for that watch.
Wait, are you talking about the Omega branded strap we discussed? Indeed it would fit the style but I think a tan color would match this watch better, and I have since bought a non Omega strap which needs to be put to good use.

@krogerfoot, yours has a nice “creme brulee” patina and such a distinguished Turler signature 👍
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@Syrte - Well found. 👍

Fingers crossed with you on the movement, but given the rest there is reason for optimism and I wouldn’t worry.

The strap is nice, but I have higher expectations. 🍿
 
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@Syrte - Well found.

The strap is nice, but I have higher expectations. 🍿
Exactly! When someone sets the bar that high, tan calf just won’t do. 😉::stirthepot::
 
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@krogerfoot, yours has a nice “creme brulee” patina and such a distinguished Turler signature 👍

Thank you. The patina tends to make me think of the original cover art for Beggars Banquet, personally.

Beggar_Banquet.jpg
 
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@Syrte -
The strap is nice, but I have higher expectations. 🍿
Exactly! When someone sets the bar that high, tan calf just won’t do. 😉::stirthepot::

thank you gentlemen, I beg to differ - this very worthy tan textured strap was made by the craftsman who’s making the special order @Rman organized.
However, I have a couple more tan ones which will be very well suited for this watch—- apologies for taunting you a bit, but just to clarify I am not letting go of any.
And a few additional gratuitous shots.
Those reflections on the crystal are a pain as always.
 
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I’m sure it’s not just me but I’m desperate to know the movement, case & serial numbers.
It’s akin to waiting for the denouement in a long running detective serial.
 
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2846, cal 500 (maybe 501), serial 15*-16*. If there’s a hippocampus logo on the caseback then I want another try 😀
 
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I’m sure it’s not just me but I’m desperate to know the movement, case & serial numbers.
It’s akin to waiting for the denouement in a long running detective serial.
2846, cal 500 (maybe 501), serial 15*-16*. If there’s a hippocampus logo on the caseback then I want another try 😀
Thank you, it’s a real cliff-hanger for me too.
It would be really nice if the case back were a hippocampus- those are quite beautiful. But it’s not; it is one of those flat beveled case backs with the words “Seamaster” and “waterproof” at the back, not bad either though.
Below one of the sellers pics.
 
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Looks like the gamble paid off?
It’s a caliber 501 with a movement serial number 16xxx something.
 
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Another big thumbs up for Torres Straps, these three, which are my second order, are on their way to me as I write this. Outstanding quality and service from Matteo 😀

 
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Another big thumbs up for Torres Straps, these three, which are my second order, are on their way to me as I write this. Outstanding quality and service from Matteo 😀

I like the double seam 👍
Mine was my third order. I have other favorite go to craftsmen (for exotic leathers, special projects etc) but he definitely has in my opinion the top choice of leather colors and textures, as well as the most passion for and attention to period correct details.
 
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Looks like the gamble paid off?
It’s a caliber 501 with a movement serial number 16xxx something.

Yes, very clean. Yay!