Omega Seamaster Authenticity Check: Redial & Worn Gold

C

Posts

4

Likes

0

Cfernandez

·Oct 27, 2025

Hi everyone, please don’t crucify me, I know I messed up! I’m brand new to watches and got overly excited about what seemed like a great deal on an Omega Seamaster ($400 USD). I ordered it without asking the right questions, like requesting the caseback be opened or verifying key details. The watch hasn’t arrived yet, but I’m already worried about its authenticity because the listing images show some odd lettering, a caseback engraving that is different than most , and no “Swiss Made” at the bottom of the dial. Can anyone help me figure out what to check for when it arrives to confirm if it’s legit or spot potential issues? I’d really appreciate your advice! and I now know what questions to ask..I guess some of us have to learn the hard way.

 

Posts

13,459

Likes

23,360

Davidt

·Oct 27, 2025

It’s genuine but to put frank, it’s a complete dog.

The dial is badly repainted, the case is appalling (see where the gold layer has worn through in numerous places) and the hand are incorrect.

 

C

Posts

4

Likes

0

Cfernandez

·Oct 27, 2025

Davidt

It’s genuine but to put frank, it’s a complete dog.

The dial is badly repainted, the case is appalling (see where the gold layer has worn through in numerous places) and the hand are incorrect

Sucks but oh well. this is how you learn though. I will wear it as a reminder to not be a complete idiot lmao.

 

C

Posts

4

Likes

0

Cfernandez

·Oct 27, 2025

Davidt

It’s genuine but to put frank, it’s a complete dog.

The dial is badly repainted, the case is appalling (see where the gold layer has worn through in numerous places) and the hand are incorrect.

Also, would it be worth the money to even get it restored or just leave it as is and live with it?

 

Posts

13,459

Likes

23,360

Davidt

·Oct 27, 2025

How was it described? If it was described accurately I personally think it’s bad form to ask questions after you’ve committed to buy.

That said, it’s not worth spending a penny on in my opinion. Don’t throw good money after bad. Either return it or keep it as a beater and a reminder to know what you’re buying in future. We all make mistakes when we start collecting.

 

C

Posts

4

Likes

0

Cfernandez

·Oct 27, 2025

Davidt

How was it described? If it was described accurately I personally think it’s bad form to ask questions after you’ve committed to buy.

That said, it’s not worth spending a penny on in my opinion. Don’t throw good money after bad. Either return it or keep it as a beater and a reminder to know what you’re buying in future. We all make mistakes when we start collecting.

Here is description. I come from the firearms world where fakes don’t exist, condition is nearly always fixable, and prices are more stable. Have lots to learn. I appreciate your honesty very much.

 

Posts

13,459

Likes

23,360

Davidt

·Oct 27, 2025

The dial is not original and untouched. I’d return it.

 

Posts

24,777

Likes

55,039

Dan S

·Oct 27, 2025

I agree.

 

Posts

18,633

Likes

38,670

JimInOz

·Oct 27, 2025·Melbourne Australia

The dial has been stripped and re-painted, badly.
Try to return it "not as described".

 

Posts

918

Likes

2,892

Porteroso

·Oct 27, 2025

Glad you popped in here! Good luck in your search. You can always check in here about originality.

 

T

Posts

142

Likes

106

Tu13alcane

·Oct 28, 2025

I agree , it says dial is untouched so is not as described . Return it and lesson learnt

 

Posts

199

Likes

59

uk_omega

·Oct 28, 2025

Definitely a bad redial

 

Posts

118

Likes

63

t_kermi

·May 27, 2026

Yeah, otherwise a cunning seller can get away with a lot of over hypeing by choosing their words carefully, but here it's a clear false statement to claim the dial being untouched.

 

Posts

2,309

Likes

1,440

DON

·May 27, 2026

Certainly not “a fine example”

Return if possible.

 

Posts

97

Likes

108

myouss

·May 27, 2026

Redial and not typical case wear at all. The gold-plating has worn through.

I would be pursuing a refund.

 

Posts

18,633

Likes

38,670

JimInOz

·May 27, 2026·Melbourne Australia

Thread is seven months old and stagnant guys.

Does anyone actually read the posts?