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Real or Fake? Vintage Omega Seamaster.

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I've had this watch lying around for a while. I've been told its my grandfather's but he isn't here anymore to verify that.
The watch doesn't work. The letters seem worn out and the markers almost look like they've melted slightly. There is no seamaster logo at the back. The strap doesn't look original.
Ive tried giving it to repair, they said there are some parts missing and that it's gonna take alot of time and money to get it restored.
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I've tried searching everywhere for the exact reference of this watch but can't seem to find it, so I doubt whether it's actually authentic.
It would be a great help to know if it's authentic and if it's worth the effort to get it restored.

Cheers.
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This is the first time I've seen such writing on an omega. The movement dates back to 1967, here is an example of the writing they used back then. You can clearly see a discrepancy in the way they write the S.
 
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From what I can tell from the really poor photos, the watch is real. The dial, however, has been very poorly refinished. Looking at the movement, I think it will cost more to repair than the value of the watch. That's all out the window, though, if you have a sentimental attachment to it.
 
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Sorry about the photos, my camera has trouble focusing. True, the lettering does look a little strange, couldn't find anything like that online..
The watch does have some sentimental value to me, but maybe I should just leave it as it is.
The dial being poorly refinished, meaning it must have been refurbished at some point? Does it happen normally to vintage watches like this?
 
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Sorry about the photos, my camera has trouble focusing. True, the lettering does look a little strange, couldn't find anything like that online..
The watch does have some sentimental value to me, but maybe I should just leave it as it is.
The dial being poorly refinished, meaning it must have been refurbished at some point? Does it happen normally to vintage watches like this?
Yes it happens way too often. If the dial was not refinished, the lettering would probably be faded as with many vintage watches. ( of course a vintage watch loses a good amount of value if it has been refinished as vintage watch lovers like everything original even if its battered)
 
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Yes it happens way too often. If the dial was not refinished, the lettering would probably be faded as with many vintage watches. ( of course a vintage watch loses a good amount of value if it has been refinished as vintage watch lovers like everything original even if its battered)

I see. How much do you think the value of this watch would be as it is?
 
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I see. How much do you think the value of this watch would be as it is?
As you stated, the watch is not running and is missing parts, and whats left is not in very good of condition. That being said if id were to buy it id pay anywhere between $ 100-200 all things considered. I cant tell you exactly what its worth as its not a complete watch and i don't know the extent of its mechanical problems. Some people sell them as parts watches too, so if you can get everything checked out mechanically, then you'll be able to get more out of it.
 
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As you stated, the watch is not running and is missing parts, and whats left is not in very good of condition. That being said if id were to buy it id pay anywhere between $ 100-200 all things considered. I cant tell you exactly what its worth as its not a complete watch and i don't know the extent of its mechanical problems. Some people sell them as parts watches too, so if you can get everything checked out mechanically, then you'll be able to get more out of it.

Thanks alot😀 I will get this checked and see if I can get a quote for it repaired. Would probably have to save up a lot for it. Won't sell it either because its the only thing that reminds me of him. But thanks ya'll for the advice
 
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Thanks alot😀 I will get this checked and see if I can get a quote for it repaired. Would probably have to save up a lot for it. Won't sell it either because its the only thing that reminds me of him. But thanks ya'll for the advice
Good Luck. There is nothing quite like wearing a family heirloom piece !
 
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This might be one to consider sending to Omega themselves as a lot would need to be replaced.

Tom
 
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This might be one to consider sending to Omega themselves as a lot would need to be replaced.

Tom
Now you're just trolling.
 
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Now you're just trolling.

No, I'm not. Look at it!

I, personally, wouldn't put any money into it. But if someone would want to....

Tom
 
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131.019 case looks right - snap on case back, straight lugs. Cal. 601 looks in rough shape, and of course the dial has been poorly refinished.

Going to cost more than it's worth to get it back in good condition, but that's not unusual and if it has sentimental value, it's worth doing. Note that Omega doesn't have replacement dials for this, so likely they would refinish it.

Cheers, Al
 
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This watch is a basket case. It's been badly redialled and the internals are a real mess. Unless it has great sentimental value to you, I wouldn't bother spending any money on it because you won't get it back in added value.
 
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