Omega 2766 with original strap?

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Geezer

·Aug 26, 2022

Hey guys,

I've just received an Omega Seamaster 2766. I'm pretty ecstatic about the watch and it's probably in the nicest condition of any Omega I've personally owned. Unfortunately the crystal is not original probably because it was changed for the auction listing.

Based on the movement number it's from 1952.

Now I've seen several threads on original straps, but I didn't find many pictures of actual ones. The strap on my watch appears to be very similar to the ones seen on Omega's in the 50's, however it does not appear to be signed.

Any thoughts? Does this look like a correct strap for a 50's Seamaster?

Thanks all

 

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Dan S

·Aug 26, 2022

Very nice watch. I have no idea if the strap is 70 years old, but the style is certainly very appropriate.

 

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wagudc

·Aug 26, 2022

I agree with @Dan S completely. You can see examples of original straps in old advertisements like the one here:

https://omegaforums.net/threads/vintage-advertising.87603/page-6#post-1885042

 

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BarbVl

·Aug 26, 2022

The strap fit nice but 99% it's not original..anyway waiting for other members to reply which have more knowledge. Regards.

 

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Geezer

·Aug 26, 2022

I appreciate your thoughts and comments, guys.

In the end, it doesn't matter much if the strap is original or not, but it would be a nice detail. And we do love to obsess about details, don't we. 😀

In terms of the style, with the thick band on the edges and the stitching next to it, it seems very close to those seen in the advertisements.

This is from the Omega website for ref 2766:

Looking at a video from Omega enthusiast, the original straps were signed with a gold colored logo. Of course it could have worn off my strap, who knows... There doesn't seem to be any trace of it.

 

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mac_omega

·Aug 27, 2022

Geezer

the original straps were signed with a gold colored logo. Of course it could have worn off my strap, who knows... There doesn't seem to be any trace of it.

not necessarily so
older straps are not marked, I have several NOS ones - photos of front and back

Edited: Aug 27, 2022

 

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cristos71

·Aug 27, 2022

Judging by the condition of the watch, which looks to be outstanding, it wouldn't surprise me if that was the original strap. It certainly looks period correct at the very least.

 

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gbesq

·Aug 27, 2022

Regardless of whether or not the strap is original, it’s a handsome watch in excellent condition. I have a 1950 Seamaster 2576 in my collection that is somewhat similar - contemporary strap though.

 

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MtV

·Aug 27, 2022

If it is indeed an original strap - and as mentioned above, it looks correct in style - you might not want to wear it. Personally, I wouldn’t want to trust in 70 year old leather to keep my beautiful watch from hitting the concrete. May I suggest Matteo Torre @torrestraps for having a brand new example in that exact style handmade to your measurements? Outstanding quality, Matteo is a super nice guy with passion for vintage watches and corresponding straps coming out of his ears.

 

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Geezer

·Aug 27, 2022

Thanks for the replies above!

@mac_omega, that is an awesome collection of straps!

MtV

May I suggest Matteo Torre @torrestraps for having a brand new example in that exact style handmade to your measurements? Outstanding quality, Matteo is a super nice guy with passion for vintage watches and corresponding straps coming out of his ears.

Thanks for the recommendation. I just checked his Instagram and his straps looks really nice. 👍

 

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tamura

·Aug 27, 2022

Geezer

Thanks for the replies above!

@mac_omega, that is an awesome collection of straps!
👍

Do not forget mine 😁

The trick is.....

 

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Geezer

·Aug 27, 2022

tamura

Do not forget mine 😁

Hahaha, 🙄

 

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tamura

·Aug 27, 2022

Original Omega straps - made in Japan - are made for the Japanese climate.😎