Omega from grandpa

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Hello there!
I have been given a watch from my grandfather who passed away, i soon realised i know nothing about it and would very much appreciate some help with the information i found in it and maybe some background about it. For context i live in Sweden and so did my grandfather.
The watch still ticks(?) and seems to be working fine but some age related dents and scratches can be seen.
I have no intention off selling it but an assessment of the value would be interesting.
I hope the pictures i provided will be sufficient if not i can try again.

Thanks beforehand! (and sorry for any potential spelling errors).
 
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Here's a link to Omega's Vintage Watch Database:

https://www.omegawatches.com/vintage-watches

Based on my search of the database, and on an external serial number lookup (there are many to be found online) the watch dates from the early 1950s.

Based on sales I have seen here on the Forum and elsewhere, value could be in the $US450-550 range.

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The Database seemed to indicate that the case diameter is 36mm, which would have been unusually large for that time, and good news for modern watch wearers. Of course, you could measure this yourself to confirm whether what I've said is true.
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Thanks for info!
what does the SC stand for thats stamped after the five digits on the inside of the lid?
 
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Thanks for info!
what does the SC stand for thats stamped after the five digits on the inside of the lid?

SC = Seconds Central (as opposed to Small Seconds, when there is a small subdial with a running seconds hand)
 
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Overall. A nice watch with quality movement. Get a cleaning. Light crystal polish or replace.

Don't do anything to the case

Crown looks a touch worn, but leave it for now. Replacements are plated

DON
 
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DON DON
Overall. A nice watch with quality movement. Get a cleaning. Light crystal polish or replace.

Don't do anything to the case

Crown looks a touch worn, but leave it for now. Replacements are plated

DON
thanks and good tip i will look in to that !

another thing i have been woundering about is the lever with an A and R what is that and also the purple pearls inside do they have a function in the mechanics?
(apologize for probably very basic questions)
 
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These are good questions! The lever you refer to is a mechanism with which an experienced watchmaker (or very experienced watch person) can adjust the timekeeping of the watch: A is for advance (faster), R is for retard (slower). The purple pearl is one of the watch's jewels -- it is a base for a rotating spindle, that is made of synthetic ruby. Synthetic ruby is chosen for its durability and low friction at the point of contact with the spindle; it is also lubricated with a tiny amount of special oil where the jewel contacts the spindle.
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