Question on cleaning up a vintage omega

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I have an omega Seamaster 165.009 cal 552. S/n dates it to 1964.

there is some small annoying debris and one small piece of hair that is driving me insane inside the the acrylic and on the dial.

First, is it worth it to open up the top to do a quick cleaning with an air blower? Second, best ways to take off the glass and put it back on?



I’m very confident the acrylic/glass is original (has the omega logo on it in the center) so I really don’t want to ruin it, but also don’t know how much a watch maker would charge for something like this.

thanks!
 
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don't try it yourself. also...blowing air could loosen up lume on the dial and hands on older watches. spend a few bucks and let a pro handle it. hate to see you make things worse. I know I have so learn from others' mistakes 😀
 
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don't try it yourself. also...blowing air could loosen up lume on the dial and hands on older watches. spend a few bucks and let a pro handle it. hate to see you make things worse. I know I have so learn from others' mistakes 😀
Thanks for the feedback. Figured a pro would be the way to go.