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Hello to everyone.
New member living in Los Angeles California. I'm a Visual FX artist for Films, Commercials and Games.
Fairly new to watch collecting.
Here is a photo of my Plain-Jane SeaMaster which I thoroughly enjoy.
Next on my list might be a black dial Constellation Pie Pan with Arrowhead markers. Anyway, happy to be here. Take good care everyone.
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rendo
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Welcome! What a simple, nice intro. I wish I had the focus you have when I started collecting.

Enjoy your time here.
 
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Nice mate, do keep in mind that a black dial piepan with arrowheads is genuinely rare, almost all of them are refinished dials or counterfeit
 
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dsio dsio
Nice mate, do keep in mind that a black dial piepan with arrowheads is genuinely rare, almost all of them are refinished dials or counterfeit
Thank you Dsio! Well now I need to think of a good one to look for.
 
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That seamaster is like the gateway drug to watch collecting. I had quite a few but never caught one with the subdial seconds. I can’t believe I don’t have one any longer. Gave several away as gifts traded a couple. Anyway enjoy and good luck. This can be an expensive hobby, fun though. If watches bring us a smile it’s all good.
 
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Welcome!
Some good reading on how to start your search.

https://omegaforums.net/threads/learn-how-to-fish.52603/

The watch you are ultimately seeking is one that is elusive to even some of the most dedicated collectors here. For a real one the competition will be fierce and cost of entry steep. So, much to learn and many mistakes to make before you dive into the deep end.
 
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Lovely Seamaster with those alpha hands and small seconds subdial. I owned a very similar watch that I sold to a collector friend and I have always had seller's remorse over letting that one go. I'll just echo the advice of some of our other members. A pie pan Constellation with a black unrefinished dial and arrowhead markers is a very tall order. Be very careful in evaluating a prospective purchase. If you find one that is genuine, be prepared to pay a significant premium for it.
 
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i concur ! Excellent article for a beginner !
Some veteran members here who should read it too. After looking at hundreds or thousands over time it starts to become second nature. You can spot the signs and even on excellent redials you get a gut feeling that something is off. After you see ones that are in excellent condition you can’t unsee the problems with refinished or overpolished watches. Even models you may not be familiar with or other brands you may not know well, you can spot problems with fonts, lume, finishes- things that just don’t line up with others you have seen.
The hunt and learning along the way is a big part of the fun- patience is always rewarded.
 
moreomegas
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Thank you all for the warm welcome. I've read over that article a few times. It is indeed a great article. I have a few books as well.
Complete Price Guide to Watches (2005). Antique Museum Watch Collection VOGA. Wrist Watches How to Compare and Value.
I'm still looking for a better Omega Catalog Reference type book for Vintage watches. Any recommendations warmly welcomed.

As far as the Arrowhead Constellation. I'll keep a keen eye out. Maybe another arrowhead dial will win me over. Cheers everyone.
 
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I almost bought this one as I'm looking for this type of dial and markers. CK2608-3 I believe is the model. I backed out because there was a bit too much pitting on the back for my taste. On the look out for a better looking one.
 
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Curious if a dial like that could be cleaned up any better?
Attempting to clean a dial is usually a losing proposition. More than likely, the dial will be damaged in the process.
 
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gbesq gbesq
Attempting to clean a dial is usually a losing proposition. More than likely, the dial will be damaged in the process.
I thought as much but needed more confirmation. Thank you gbesq.
 
moreomegas
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Where are the popular hang outs on the Forum? Who are the seasoned Omegites I should know?
 
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Another newbie question. Is it possible to swap out the acrylic crystal for sapphire in most cases. Just because I'm prone to scratches.
 
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moreomegas moreomegas
Where are the popular hang outs on the Forum? Who are the seasoned Omegites I should know?
You are already talking to a few 😉

Vintage omega watches are where you want to hang but the general topics area is also fun. I usually just look at “latest” at the top of the home page and read anything that catches my eye- can spend a lot of time just reading and chatting.
moreomegas moreomegas
Another newbie question. Is it possible to swap out the acrylic crystal for sapphire in most cases. Just because I'm prone to scratches.
Not usually. The way they mount into the case is different- acrylic is a pressure fit and sapphire used a gasket. Some watches you can do the other way. But a scratched up crystal can usually be polished (just the crystal- not the watch) and a chipped or cracked crystal can usually be replaced- and a replacement crystal (if it’s a factory crystal and omega still makes many vintage crystals available) doesn’t affect the value of a watch.

Also keep and eye on the private watch sales section here. Lots of nice watches, all are seen by the members here so is regularly monitored for things that may not be disclosed or misrepresented. Even though you don’t have the 200 posts yet to make a new thread, you can PM any seller and start a conversation.
 
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JwRosenthal JwRosenthal
You are already talking to a few 😉

Vintage omega watches are where you want to hang but the general topics area is also fun. I usually just look at “latest” at the top of the home page and read anything that catches my eye- can spend a lot of time just reading and chatting.

Not usually. The way they mount into the case is different- acrylic is a pressure fit and sapphire used a gasket. Some watches you can do the other way. But a scratched up crystal can usually be polished (just the crystal- not the watch) and a chipped or cracked crystal can usually be replaced- and a replacement crystal (if it’s a factory crystal and omega still makes many vintage crystals available) doesn’t affect the value of a watch.

Also keep and eye on the private watch sales section here. Lots of nice watches, all are seen by the members here so is regularly monitored for things that may not be disclosed or misrepresented. Even though you don’t have the 200 posts yet to make a new thread, you can PM any seller and start a conversation.


Thank you for the lovely response Jw. Very helpful! I will practice what you mentioned. Very appreciated.
 
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moreomegas moreomegas
Where are the popular hang outs on the Forum? Who are the seasoned Omegites I should know?
I highly recommend @JwRosenthal no one else here really matters. He talks about access to some special laser or something so do use caution.
Edit I’m just joshin (forgot to add a rhyme sorry)
 
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