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This 1940s Omega just sold at my local auction for £2800. Why did it sell that high?

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Hello Omega Forums!

I often look for bargains at my local auction. I saw this watch and expected a hammer fall around 800-1000. It went for 2800. This makes me think Ive missed something important, and I'd like to learn more. Calibre number is
30T2 Sc Rg.

Pictures are from the auction.

Anyone got some wisdom to share on this?
 
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ConElPueblo
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What would you say differentiates this from other 40's Omegas with a 30mm movement..?
 
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What would you say differentiates this from other 40's Omegas with a 30mm movement..?
Hand in the air, Hand in the air! I know......I know!👍::psy::
 
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30t2rg's are one of Omega's legendary movements, and these chronometre's are hard to find untouched and in original condition. They are special watches.
 
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30t2rg's are one of Omega's legendary movements, and these chronometre's are hard to find untouched and in original condition. They are special watches.
Thanks! What makes these movements so legendary?
 
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Hi, I would suggest you do a Google search with the words “30T2RG” and chronometer. That is pretty basic stuff. I don’t know anything about Omega and I know that.

Or you do a thread search on the forum for previous threads on the subject. I’m sure that question must have been answered a number of times.
 
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$4K seems high to me for this, even in today’s market. However, barn find examples like this are few. Most have already been redialled or worse.

So I get it.
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Syrte Syrte
Hi, I would suggest you do a Google search with the words “30T2RG” and chronometer. That is pretty basic stuff. I don’t know anything about Omega and I know that.

Or you do a thread search on the forum for previous threads on the subject. I’m sure that question must have been answered a number of times.
I appreciate your insight, thanks! Have a good day my man.
 
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To answer my own question, and to pull from helpful replies, it would seem this movement was one of the first to be submitted for a chronometer certificate, out performed even some of the most sophisticated movements and bagged Omega loads of awards. Some say it was also one of the first copper plated movements, but details are sketchy. Great talking with you all, and I'm sorry if some if you felt terribly offended in me asking basic questions. I will stick to the shadows until I can claim WIS levels! Cheers all.
 
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To answer my own question, and to pull from helpful replies, it would seem this movement was one of the first to be submitted for a chronometer certificate, out performed even some of the most sophisticated movements and bagged Omega loads of awards. Some say it was also one of the first copper plated movements, but details are sketchy. Great talking with you all, and I'm sorry if some if you felt terribly offended in me asking basic questions. I will stick to the shadows until I can claim WIS levels! Cheers all.

For your further reading:
http://www.squelettewatches.com/
 
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I know this opinion may not be popular but the watch may be historic but not pretty IMO... 😵‍💫
 
Syrte
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No offense taken and no need to stick to the shadows but it’s always good to try and search for info. That’s a good way of learning tons of stuff.
 
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I know this opinion may not be popular but the watch may be historic but not pretty IMO... 😵‍💫
To each their own. I'm much more into modern watches, but I am enjoying my early steps into vintage. Very fascinating. As for this watch, I think the dial appeals in its simplicity, I think the beauty in the movement comes from its history, which I'm just digging into now.

Would you believe the auction house had an estimate of £200!
 
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Syrte Syrte
No offense taken and no need to stick to the shadows but it’s always good to try and search for info. That’s a good way of learning tons of stuff.
Absolutely! My initial Google search before posting threw up nothing but for sale articles, so I gave up very early and came here. Patience is a virtue I suppose!
 
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Would you believe the auction house had an estimate of £200!
Would you share the link?

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I think the beauty in the movement comes from its history
Not only, it is also a very reliable movement.
 
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