Good afternoon. This forum is superb and I wish I had found it before now. I just would really appreciate some comments on a Seamaster I recently purchased though have not yet received. I own a vintage Longines and a modern one both of which I have not had to question their intergrity but when I read some of the horro stories online I start to question myself and my recent purchase of an Omega.
I like to know the history of things and would love to know a little about this watch, the vintage Longines I shall enquire about elsewhere. I hope the photos can be viewed and I thank you in anticipation of any responses and indeed to such an informative site. Regards Andrew

 

Can you provide the numbers on the movement? It's not a 1020 because it's not a day/date. I'm guessing the wrong case back is on the watch because those reference numbers are for a day/date, based on a quick Google search. The only way to know for sure what it is, is to see the movement numbers.

 

Thats most helpful for a starter, thank you. I am not doubting the integrity of the seller who may have bought it himself in good faith. As a bit of a perfectionist I now would like to find an original back for this watch. Can you advise this newbie where I should look for the movement numbers? I paid £440 for the watch and there was plenty of interest so I am reasonably confident despite your news that the watchwas a realistic price. Thanks

 

The numbers are under the rotor, in your movement photo.

 

Thanks for your response. I have spoken to a really good watch man and feel more confident of my purchase. That said he explained that even Omega would struggle to determine its originality etc. I have attached an image where the numbers are but I cannot see them. I am not going to take the back off now,,,but may do when I see a proper jeweller to do that and get the numbers. The watch strap is ST.1340.327 There is a 42 in a circle after this number and an Omega in a triangle before it. I don't know what the 42 is either lol. Many thanks.

 

maybe a 1012 movement in a 1020 case. Strap details don't really help though I have a 1012 with a similar one.. 440 UKP (500USD) is a little bit steep if it turns out to be a Franken, but then again the dial is a slightly unusual colour.

 

Have a poke around here - https://www.omegawatches.com/vintage-watches

Select Seamaster, then 1010/1012 and see what turns up. Should be mid 70s, go up and down a few years and check Omega’s info. It won’t necessarily match exactly but it’ll give you an idea.

 

Not to disrespect that gentleman but that is BS.

 

Hi there. Could you please explain?

 

Apologies,,I understand what you mean. Thanks

 

Thanks for this. Could you tell me what a Franken is?

 

It'a a watch made up of parts from different watches. Sound familiar?

 

Thanks. You've been very helpful.