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Found a 1955 Omega automatic in some of my deceased uncle’s belongings. Working fine. The crystal puzzles me. It’s acrylic and from what I can learn has a tension ring but I can’t easily rotate it. I can’t see the logo but the crystal is so scratched I could miss it. Maybe an old replacement?
Not sure about the patina-maybe he wore it in the Navy in Vietnam. Haven’t made up my mind if I like it but likely best to leave well enough alone.
I’m contemplating a service at an Omega boutique not far away.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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ErichKeane
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You shouldn't be ABLE to rotate the crystal easily. As far as a signed crystal: I wouldn't doubt it has been replaced a few times in the watches life, they were cheap/easy for watchmakers to do along the wya.
 
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I think you’re correct. I’d like to perhaps replace it but can’t find a replacement for case number fx-6262. Thank you very much!
 
Dan S
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I see no need to replace the crystal. The major issues I’m noticing are some water damage to the dial and a bent lug.
 
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I see no need to replace the crystal. The major issues I’m noticing are some water damage to the dial and a bent lug.
Thank you. I’d not noticed the bent lug. Can it be straightened with pliers? I would be careful not to scratch it but don’t want to snap it off. The strap pin seemed unaffected.
 
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It is risky to straighten lugs. We certainly see cases with lugs that have broken off.
 
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I can’t thank you-all enough. It’s been keeping great time for three days.

I’m convinced. I’ll leave it alone, put on some vintage-looking leather straps, and wear it.
 
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ErichKeane ErichKeane
You shouldn't be ABLE to rotate the crystal easily. As far as a signed crystal: I wouldn't doubt it has been replaced a few times in the watches life, they were cheap/easy for watchmakers to do along the wya.
ErichKeane ErichKeane
You shouldn't be ABLE to rotate the crystal easily. As far as a signed crystal: I wouldn't doubt it has been replaced a few times in the watches life, they were cheap/easy for watchmakers to do along the wya.

ErichKeane ErichKeane
You shouldn't be ABLE to rotate the crystal easily. As far as a signed crystal: I wouldn't doubt it has been replaced a few times in the watches life, they were cheap/easy for watchmakers to do along the wya.
I apologize. I mistyped; I CAN turn the crystal easily. Anyway, here’s any new photo after some polywatch on the crystal and a watch strap. I think it’ll do. Thanks!
 
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I apologize. I mistyped; I CAN turn the crystal easily. Anyway, here’s any new photo after some polywatch on the crystal and a watch strap. I think it’ll do. Thanks!
Might help to attach the photo:

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There are crystal glues available, but you probably need a replacement if it is loose. Unless you need an omega signed one, they are inexpensive and ordered by diameter.

Any watchmaker should be able to swap it in 10 mins, and probably has a stash of crystals.

You can get a crystal press for about $40 and do it yourself, though there are many advantages to having a pro take a look anyway.
 
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There are crystal glues available, but you probably need a replacement if it is loose. Unless you need an omega signed one, they are inexpensive and ordered by diameter.

Any watchmaker should be able to swap it in 10 mins, and probably has a stash of crystals.

You can get a crystal press for about $40 and do it yourself, though there are many advantages to having a pro take a look anyway.
Thanks again!
 
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O Ozymandiss
Might help to attach the photo:

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I think it looks great like that. Bent lug adds character and to the history of the watch. I would slightly work on the crystal by getting it attached by a watchmaker. But the patina is nice. The movement should be serviced though.
 
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If the crystal spins even under pressure, it’s too small and won’t provide a proper seal specially from moisture. With vintage we need all the moisture protection we can get and a tightly fitted crystal helps do just that.

Swap it out, they are cheap and any decent independent should have the crystal in stock and fit within 20 mins.
 
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It is risky to straighten lugs. We certainly see cases with lugs that have broken

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I think it looks great like that. Bent lug adds character and to the history of the watch. I would slightly work on the crystal by getting it attached by a watchmaker. But the patina is nice. The movement should be serviced though.
Thank you. I’ll get it replaced.
 
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If the crystal spins even under pressure, it’s too small and won’t provide a proper seal specially from moisture. With vintage we need all the moisture protection we can get and a tightly fitted crystal helps do just that.

Swap it out, they are cheap and any decent independent should have the crystal in stock and fit within 20 mins.
Thanks! I’ll get the crystal replaced.
 
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