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New to the world of vintage omegas, I have a speedy first omega in space (311.32.40.30.01.001) but looking to get into vintage collecting.

What sources are best to use for checking ref numbers, serial numbers and get good examples of original watches? I’ve found the omega website difficult to format the ref numbers correctly to pull useful info and really trying not to get burned bad on first vintage.

Appreciate any feedback and good sources.
 
MSNWatch
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Do you see that magnifying glass at the upper right corner of your screen?
 
X350 XJR
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More better information right here than any other place on the net and not just Omegas.
 
lindo
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A really good way to start on vintage Omegas is Desmond Guilfoyle's http://omega-constellation-collectors.blogspot.com/. I would go to the articles on Omega Constellation movements first and follow them through.

It may seem overwhelming initially, but there is no substitute for careful exploration of his collected stories and deep knowledge.
 
ChrisInParis
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If you’re specifically interested in Speedmasters then the reference bible is the 250€ Moonwatch Only book now in it’s 3rd edition:
://watchprint.com/en/omega/259-moonwatch-only-the-ultimate-speedmaster-guide-3rd-edition.html
There’s also a 19.99€ ebook version for iOS that’s designed to help you identify different models on iPad/iPhone:
https://www.watchbooksonly.com/ebooks/

I absolutely recommend these (no personal connection other than happy owner).
 
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There is a book I always recommend to friends when they want to get into vintage watch world. It's called "chronographs for collectors".

It has a wide selection of (kind of) "must have" chronographs with some general but rather interesting information about every single one of them. I believe you can still get it at watchpoint.com

For reference numbers... MWO at the internet (Omega Forums rules 😉)
 
jamesl0928
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NotAClue NotAClue
There is a book I always recommend to friends when they want to get into vintage watch world. It's called "chronographs for collectors".

It has a wide selection of (kind of) "must have" chronographs with some general but rather interesting information about every single one of them. I believe you can still get it at watchpoint.com

For reference numbers... MWO at the internet (Omega Forums rules 😉)
Thank you - appreciate the book reference
 
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lindo lindo
A really good way to start on vintage Omegas is Desmond Guilfoyle's http://omega-constellation-collectors.blogspot.com/. I would go to the articles on Omega Constellation movements first and follow them through.

It may seem overwhelming initially, but there is no substitute for careful exploration of his collected stories and deep knowledge.

Excellent suggestion. Great website.
 
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