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  1. brandon640 Oct 16, 2017

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    Hey guys,

    So I purchased this Omega impulsively back in 2015 and have no idea whether its a redial or no, Ive tried searching for images on Google based on the caliber and year(1952-55) and found somewhat similar dials without 'engravings of the minute track and a different "S" font.

    Would appreciate it if you experts shed some light on this.
     
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  2. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Oct 16, 2017

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    Although the printing seems a bit heavy I would say its original.

    Here is another one from the same period with the same minute track.

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  3. heavenscloud Oct 16, 2017

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    Looks original to me.
     
  4. brandon640 Oct 16, 2017

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    Very interesting! thanks so much guys. I wish these Vintage Omegas would be as easy to spot-check as vintage Rolex models.
     
  5. mac_omega Oct 16, 2017

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    It is a matter of long experience... and not as hard as you might imagine
     
  6. Damo Oct 16, 2017

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    Looks original but why would the printing be so bold?
     
  7. ConElPueblo Oct 16, 2017

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    I'm guessing that the print has been damaged over time by moisture etc, making the ink slightly blurry.
     
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  8. cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Oct 16, 2017

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    The dial looks original , but the lume dots may have been added later. Not really an issue.
     
  9. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Oct 16, 2017

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    Perhaps relumed, however I believe the the daggers have recesses for lume.

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  10. cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Oct 16, 2017

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    Yes appears so.
     
  11. McKinley Oct 16, 2017

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    This S font is original? I have a lot to learn as I studied it and thought it to be a vintage redial before I scrolled down for the expert's call. I started my own thread last night asking about the S fonts and tricks of the trade, but aside from having 2 people say the coat hanger S was gone after '62 there wasn't much info given. This S, to my NOOB eye doesn't look like a "correct" coat hanger script. Can more enlightenment be given.......please?

    McK
     
  12. brandon640 Oct 17, 2017

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    Thanks so much guys for the insights. I was actually debating on selling it if it was a redial, now I might just take in it for a much needed service.

    Any leads on where might be a good place? I'm located in Chicago