Just looking for a little advice. My grandfather gave me his old Omega. The crystal is scratched and has a crack and the case has a little wear but other than that it looks and works great (except the band). A local shop quoted me $250-$500 to service it and replace the crystal. I'm wondering if I should keep it as is or pay to have it cleaned up. I've been told through this forum site that it's a 1954, 14k gold filled. Also (not looking to sell, but) what's the value of this watch?

 

Any idea of the value?

 

Thank you. For sure. I want it taken care of and lasting a long time. Thank you again.

 

Tell the watchmaker to go easy on the wheel of death (polishing wheel).

 

Will do.

 

I would replace the crystal and service the movement but not polish the case, just a good clean.

 

Any thoughts on the strap? Brown or black leather?

 

I like that idea. I sort of like the aged look anyway and it's not really rough as is. Thank you.

 

My thoughts on strap colour for a gold colour watch are based on the dial, hands, and indexes. It's a personal decision, but a watch like yours with gold colour numerals and hands, I think looks good with either brown or black leather. If the numerals or markers and hands are highlighted with BLACK, then I suggest a black leather strap.

 

Maybe a nice dark brown, almost black looking. Thank you.

 

Amazing how well these hold up. I can't imagine buying a watch today and seeing it in this shape 60 or more years later.