Seamaster 30 advice please

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I found this watch whilst sorting through some stored items at home yesterday. On initial research, I have discovered that it probably dates from the 60s and was purchased through Türler. I plan to get it restored and would appreciate some advice on the best way to do this? The watch still works well after at least 15 years in storage, the glass as you can see is scratched. I intend to keep the watch and would like a sympathetic restoration without replacing lots of parts. What would be the best approach please? UK based. Thanks.
 
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Nice watch.
Imo, it is the second iteration of this model because of the S in Seamaster. So probably 1965.
Find a watchmaker sympathetic to vintage watches.
Have the watch serviced and the glass changed (no need for an original Omega glass).
No polishing of the case and keep the original crown.
Change to a leather strap.
Then enjoy and stay away from water.
 
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It's a lovely watch. I would enjoy looking for a nice, brown, black, or maybe navy leather strap for that. There are plenty of recommendations for UK based repairers on here who would get it running well without altering the patina of the watch. Just search the threads.
 
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Congrats on the excellent find! Lots of recommendations on the forum, I've always been happy with the work done by Brendan Hoey (https://www.webwatchmaker.co.uk). Everyone has their favourites!
Make sure you ask for a service and cleaning, not "restoration" as someone might take that as a license to monkey with the dial.

In addition to @omegastar advice:
1.) say "no machine polishing"--it can still be polished with a cleaning cloth.
2.) make sure they leave the dial and all batons (i.e. hands) and furniture (i.e. hour markers) alone
3.) If it has a gasket, it would need to be replaced (it's rubber)
4.) You can look on the "Parts for Sale" forum and find some excellent hand-made straps by OF members. These are better than the high-end companies (e.g. Bulang and Sons). If you want something a bit more modest, but still handmade, try Mr. Haidukoff on ETSY (https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MrHaidukoff) or straps by Rios or Condor. That's a formal watch, so plain, flat, brown or black would suit best. You'll need a strap-tool to change the spring bars, but it's super simple.

Good luck, and post pics when the job's done!