requesting info about a vintage Omega Automatic

Alemilio · Oct 21, 2019

I recently acquired a gold coloured vintage Omega Automatic and I am hoping to find some more information about it (authenticity, age, condition, etc). The only markings on the face are Omega Automatic and Swiss Made, but there are no markings on the case back. The bracelet is a Fixo-flex which says PAT.896575 PAT.PEND, but I am not sure if it is the original bracelet. The mechanism says 351 as well as the serial no, while the caseback says 2577-14 and the words ACIER STAYBRITE are above the number. Any info or comments about this watch would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

efauser · Oct 21, 2019

Real. Early 50's gold-capped Seamaster. I see a leather band in the movement photo. Keep it on that. https://www.omegawatches.com/watch-omega-seamaster-omega-ck-2577

gatorcpa · Oct 21, 2019

A Alemilio
The bracelet is a Fixo-flex which says PAT.896575 PAT.PEND, but I am not sure if it is the original bracelet.

It is not original and will gouge out the springbar holes over time.

I second @efauser's suggestion of the leather band.
gatorcpa

Canuck · Oct 21, 2019

Good looking watch. Perhaps mid 1950s. Stem looks RUSTY! Check condition of the watch, and particularly crystal, crown and gasket. Ditch the Fixo Flex. Definitely not original.

KingCrouchy · Oct 21, 2019

Watch looks great, give it a service and wear it in good health. The Fixoflex Bands are great at destroying Watches, ditch it.👍

Alemilio · Oct 21, 2019

Thank you all for the feedback, I have removed the Fixoflex and will keep it on the leather! Regarding the service, must this be done through a specified Omega dealer, or will any qualified watch repair shop suffice?

efauser · Oct 21, 2019

A Alemilio
Thank you all for the feedback, I have removed the Fixoflex and will keep it on the leather! Regarding the service, must this be done through a specified Omega dealer, or will any qualified watch repair shop suffice?

Any reputable watchmaker, but I would look for someone with vintage experience. This is up to you but, if you want to maintain its vintage look and value, make sure to request that the case not be polished.

Bakertime · Oct 21, 2019

A Alemilio
Thank you all for the feedback, I have removed the Fixoflex and will keep it on the leather! Regarding the service, must this be done through a specified Omega dealer, or will any qualified watch repair shop suffice?

You will probably get a bunch of answers, but I think any competent watchmaker with good feedback should be able to service this watch. I would request a movement only service and hopefully it won’t take too long. Cool watch, enjoy.

kkt · Oct 21, 2019

A watchmaker who has an Omega parts account would be able to order replacement parts if any are needed. If you post where you are, someone may be able to suggest a good watchmaker near you.

Alemilio · Oct 21, 2019

efauser
Any reputable watchmaker, but I would look for someone with vintage experience. This is up to you but, if you want to maintain its vintage look and value, make sure to request that the case not be polished.

Good to know, thanks for the suggestion. I really like the vintage look so will not get the case polished, but there are some scuffs and scratches on the crystal that I was thinking of polishing. Will cleaning up the crystal hurt the value of the watch ( any idea what the as-is value would be?)

Alemilio · Oct 21, 2019

kkt
A watchmaker who has an Omega parts account would be able to order replacement parts if any are needed. If you post where you are, someone may be able to suggest a good watchmaker near you.

I live near Toronto, Canada and any suggestions would be greatly appreciated

Canuck · Oct 21, 2019

Check with @Archer who is likely not too far from you.

requesting info about a vintage Omega Automatic

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Alemilio

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