Repair Advice Southeast - Seamaster 166.090

Hi all,

I'm still pretty new to vintage watches and come to you seeking advice. I was lucky to spot a bit of the back case in this jar from the thrift store. Inside I found what I believe is a Seamaster reference 166.090 (a decent Wittnauer as well, amongst the other junk). Initially I didn't think the watch was my style and had planned on selling it, but over the last two weeks of it sitting on my desk, it's grown on me.

As pictured, it's got some patina, scratches to the crystal, and I can't get it running. I'm a fan of the wear and patina, but wouldn't mind the crystal to be a bit clearer. I'm thinking a service, maybe a crystal polish, and that's it? I'm unsure what the blue/green spot is.

I'm looking for any advice on that, as well as any recommendation for a place to get the service done in the southeast, or to mail away. I'm in Columbia, SC, and wouldn't mind driving to Atlanta or in the 3 hour range, and actually being able to talk to someone in person about it. Thanks in advance! I've already learned a lot reading through the forums and am eager to learn more.

Unfortunately no original bracelet. It was on a Speidel twist o flex.

That one's bad enough that factory service is an option... you might get a new dial. Since you got it for nearly free, anyways, might make a decent investment. Not sure of any independents in that area, I mail my watches to Seattle these days.

Get a nice bracelet or strap.

And i think the crystal on these is mineral glass, that cant be polished - so you will need a new one

agree with above - send to Omega

Strictly speaking, it can... but the tooling and supplies are kind of expensive. 😁