Thank you again for the extra information.
So the dial has been likely changed given that it doesn't feature the characteristic elements of the other Olympic Seamasters, including those coffin markers... It makes sense, I figured that the absence of the "XVI" was already surprising in itself. So it would mean that my father likely had to have it fixed at least once.
I read the essay you forwarded with attention, and learned quite a lot. Thank you
@Desmond. As you said (and it is definitely sound advice), I will not try to get the dial replaced to a more historical model, at least not in the near future. Maybe if it gets damaged, then I will consider "writing" my own part of this watch's history, but not for now.
I'm a bit surprised that you recommend not going directly to Omega... I thought that they would be the best bet. This will make it a tad more difficult, since I have no idea how to find a trustworthy watchmaker with a decent knowledge on old omegas (I guess that asking any of them, they would likely say that they are about the most qualified person on Earth, except for the guy who actually built it in the first place). Well thank you for the warning at any rate. If I ever hear of one such competent watchmaker I will try and get the ref. number on the same occasion.
I had another practical question. Since the markings seem to be pretty vulnerable to wear, would you advise against wearing the watch on a daily basis? I'm the kind of person with a "these boots are made for walkin'" approach, but I don't intend to massacre a golden 1950's piece of heritage like any workhorse either, so I'm not certain of what I should do. It would be also sad to have it gather dust in a drawer (or under the foam of a camera case).
with gratitude
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