Strap for omega watch from 1920s

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henkp

·Aug 31, 2024

Found this watch in my grandmother’s apartment. Based on the serial number it seems to be from the 1920s. I would like to add a strap that comes as close as possible to the original - anyone has any advice on what this would have been, and how I could find one? (It should be 10mm).

Would also appreciate any other information about this watch! I already found this post that has a picture of one that looks like it, except that it’s silver: https://omegaforums.net/threads/omega-1920’s-cushion-24hr-face-watch-i-think.155581/

Also, the watch hasn’t been used for at least 40 years, but after winding it up it seems to be working perfectly!

 

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TexOmega

·Aug 31, 2024

https://www.vintagewatchstraps.com/trenchwatches.php


great website to read

I have bought more than a few of his straps and silver buckles.....very nice quality


Best to get it serviced, one would not crank over an automobile engine after it sat 40 years


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henkp

·Aug 31, 2024

Thank you!

Unfortunately he’s not producing anything at the moment (and it’s not clear when he will resume)… any alternatives?

Edited: Aug 31, 2024

 

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TexOmega

·Aug 31, 2024

I would try E*ba* or our member @Duracuir1 or @DaveK

They work with leather and make nice goods.

 

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bubba48

·Aug 31, 2024

This serial number is not so far from yours but, obviously, the strap is not original

 

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SOG53

·Aug 31, 2024

Try Matteo of Torrestraps- on IG message him with photos of watch he will have ideas

 

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DON

·Sep 1, 2024

Check a local Hirsch retailer. They make straps for fixed lugs, but will have to order and wait for delivery

You can order in any material and length

 

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OllieOnTheRocks

·Sep 2, 2024

DON

Check a local Hirsch retailer. They make straps for fixed lugs, but will have to order and wait for delivery

You can order in any material and length

I concur Hirsch do some nice ones, I particularly like their camel grain range. Otherwise failing that drop me a DM and I can get you a relatively inexpensive open ended strap in either black or brown, with a generic mottled leather texture.

 

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xrono

·Sep 2, 2024

Nice watch, congrats!

I use Hirsch or GLC for fixed lug watch straps. GLC will custom make any width for you, I don’t think Hirsch does custom but not sure. I have several GLC straps and I love them all.. I’m wearing one now in fact!

Another great brand for custom fixed lug bands is Veblenist. They are also in the US. I have never gotten a fixed lug band from them but their regular bands are great! They only do custom orders and have many custom options.