Question about Omega Clover crown

Syrte · Feb 10, 2021

Hi everyone,

I’d like to source if possible a so called “clover crown” for my newly acquired Seamaster cal 501, ref 2846
https://omegaforums.net/threads/my-first-beefy-lugs-seamaster.126485/

Are there different stem sizes, tap sizes that I should be mindful of?
Or do all crowns shaped like this have the same specs?
Many thanks in advance for your guidance
Best regards
S

seekingseaquest · Feb 10, 2021

I *believe* all had the same stem size. However, some have 2mm tubes and some have 2.5mm tubes. You can usually tell by looking at a photo of the back. I’m happy to help if you’re not sure.. I’m also yet to figure out what the 2mm tube ones fit... but you need the 2.5mm tube.

Also, lots of newer replacements are available with newer logos. The correct originals would have had flat-foot omega logos, similar to the Speedmaster crowns.

SkunkPrince · Feb 10, 2021

http://www.ofrei.com/page_147.html

Deafboy · Feb 10, 2021

SkunkPrince · Feb 10, 2021

It's a 42023, as referenced in the link I shared. Otto Frei will sell a Bestfit that may or may not be made by Omega for $25 or one could search using 42023 and see if an original can be sourced.

For example https://www.watchmaterial.com/omega-watch-crown-stainless-steel-42023/

This ain't rocket surgery, 30 seconds of Google got me this information.

time flies · Feb 10, 2021

SkunkPrince
It's a 42023, as referenced in the link I shared. Otto Frei will sell a Bestfit that may or may not be made by Omega for $25 or one could search using 42023 and see if an original can be sourced.

For example https://www.watchmaterial.com/omega-watch-crown-stainless-steel-42023/

This ain't rocket surgery, 30 seconds of Google got me this information.

You're mixing your metaphors. Rocket science. Brain surgery.

Have fun
kfw

SkunkPrince · Feb 10, 2021

time flies
You're mixing your metaphors. Rocket science. Brain surgery.

I did that on purpose. I am, after all, a professional writer.

Syrte · Apr 8, 2021

Many thanks dear gentlemen, for some reason I had not seen your replies earlier. I will try and pass on the info to my watchmaker. 👍

Danwales · Apr 8, 2021

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Hi, I believe I have exactly the same problem. @Archer helped me identify what I need.Here is what I found here in the UK.

Danwales · Apr 8, 2021

Danwales

Hi, I believe I have exactly the same problem. @Archer helped me identify what I need.Here is what I found here in the UK.

This is available at Gleave and Co

Syrte · Apr 8, 2021

SkunkPrince
It's a 42023, as referenced in the link I shared. Otto Frei will sell a Bestfit that may or may not be made by Omega for $25 or one could search using 42023 and see if an original can be sourced.

For example https://www.watchmaterial.com/omega-watch-crown-stainless-steel-42023/

This ain't rocket surgery, 30 seconds of Google got me this information.

Danwales

Hi, I believe I have exactly the same problem. @Archer helped me identify what I need.Here is what I found here in the UK.

Thank you very much for the links!

wagudc · Apr 8, 2021

Syrte
Thank you very much for the links!

Once you figure out what you need, talk to @new_heuer. He has a stockpile of NOS vintage Omega crowns.

Archer · Apr 8, 2021

wagudc
Once you figure out what you need, talk to @new_heuer. He has a stockpile of NOS vintage Omega crowns.

Just one thing - depending on how "old" these new old stock crowns are, the seals may already be hardened and ineffective. Might not matter to all, but water resistance is important to many.

Syrte · Apr 8, 2021

Archer
Just one thing - depending on how "old" these new old stock crowns are, the seals may already be hardened and ineffective. Might not matter to all, but water resistance is important to many.

thanks @wagudc, and thanks @Archer, so what do you reckon is the best way to handle this? Won’t the water resistance be an issue with all crowns I might find? What would be an alternative?
I’m always assuming a vintage watch will not be water tight or water resistant, but of course if there’s a way of having a bit more safety it would be very welcome.

wagudc · Apr 8, 2021

Archer
Just one thing - depending on how "old" these new old stock crowns are, the seals may already be hardened and ineffective. Might not matter to all, but water resistance is important to many.

Can the seals be replaced in some cases?

Archer · Apr 9, 2021

Syrte
thanks @wagudc, and thanks @Archer, so what do you reckon is the best way to handle this? Won’t the water resistance be an issue with all crowns I might find? What would be an alternative?
I’m always assuming a vintage watch will not be water tight or water resistant, but of course if there’s a way of having a bit more safety it would be very welcome.

Omega still makes this crown, so if you get one in Omega packaging, it will have a date code on the back - week and year of manufacture will be shown. On this one the date is the 17th week of 2020 :

The one I posted in the other thread was bought late last year - don't recall the date on it off the top of my head:

For a SS watch, the part number would be 069ST42023.

Cheers, Al

Question about Omega Clover crown

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