Omega Seamaster model ID and advise

Jimmiebaz · Aug 23, 2023

I have a Seamaster I purchased in Thailand in 1975, I'm unsure of the model. Unfortunately I no longer have the original band that came with the watch. I'd like to know if it is worth spending money on to have it serviced. I know at the least it needs to be cleaned, lubricated, and water resistance restored. If I send it to Omega it will be at least $700 for service. I've attached two photos. Advice and comments appreciated.

Syzygy · Aug 23, 2023

The simple answer is 'absolutely, yes it is worth investing in a service!'

Recommendations would be to find an independent watchmaker with an Omega account and request a sympathetic service, no polish, no work on the dial...keep it as original as possible', and NOT to send it to Omega as they would replace as much as necessary to make it look brand new, which would kill the collector value.

Nice piece!

Davidt · Aug 23, 2023

It’s definitely worth a service as there looks to be years of life left in that. It’s amazing how much a clean, crystal polish and service will improve a watch.

The only exception to that advice would be if you’re going to sel it. If that’s the case I’d take plenty of good quality photos and sell as is. You’ll likely net the most that way

DON · Aug 23, 2023

Find a good watchmaker near you and just get a cleaning of the movement.

No case polishing etc.

There is a similar model with blue dial sold as a Seamaster 120. There is a black one, but post shows a blue model

Reference number inside case on case back. About $3,000, so make sure the watchmaker isn't just a battery changer

Omega Seamaster model ID and advise

Jimmiebaz

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