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Replacing A Broken Onyx Marker Inlay

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Anybody ever run into this one before? I’m interested in purchasing a vintage Omega that has hour markers with onyx inlays. One of the inlays apparently cracked at some point and only half of it remains. Another inlay is missing entirely. If anyone has any experience with procuring and replacing onyx inlays, please tell me what you can. Thanks!
 
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I've replaced them on a couple pie-pan Constellations. They are just friction fit, no glue so they can be simply slid in place. All comes down to the dimensions of the inserts. I have some extras, PM me.
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I've replaced them on a couple pie-pan Constellations. They are just friction fit, no glue so the can be simply slid in place. All comes down to the dimensions of the inserts. I have some extras, PM me.
Thank you very much for that information. Assuming that I buy the watch, I'll need to have my watchmaker measure the inserts and I'll get back to you. Really appreciate the answer and offer to assist.
 
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