Hi,

Before I proceed, I should apologize in advance in case I'm posting this query in the wrong fashion or in the wrong place, as it's my first time on this forum. I have a complete lack of knowledge regarding quality timepieces and I would appreciate it if you guys could share some of your knowledge with me.

I also want to apologize for not giving you pictures of the movement or the inside of the case, but I didn't want to fiddle with anything without knowing what I was doing. If anyone can link to a video or post regarding how to do that, I'd be happy to update this thread with more photos.

Now, on to the watches (pics at the bottom of the post) :--

I found two 'Omegas' in a family-member's old things. He had a pretty extensive collection of 'cheap' watches, but I wouldn't be too surprised if it were found that he had a couple of nicer ones too. I'm reasonably certain they have not been used in several decades. If I had to make a really wild guess, I would say they may have been acquired some time in the '50s to the '70s.

The golden 'Seamaster' began ticking away a few moments after I picked it up. I gave the crown a couple of rotations. I strapped it on and a few hours later it still seemed to be keeping time. The back of the case is blank.

The silver 'Constellation' doesn't seem to be in working order. The back of the case has some kind of imprint on it.

I would like to know: (i) if there is a possibility they may be genuine, (ii) if so, what their date of manufacture may have been, (iii) should I be taking better care of these, getting them serviced or repaired, and (iv) any other interesting information you guys may be able to share?

Thanks in advance!

 

I think you have two very nice watches there, my friend! If they were mine, I would definitely get them serviced and cleaned up! Avoid Omega as the site for service as they have a reputation for butchery on vintage watches whose value lies in their originality.

The experts will be along shortly to tell you what you have and I’m going to bet they’ll tell you both are bona fide Omega antiques!

Welcome to the Forum!

 

They look genuine to me. I suspect they're both in need of service. Where are you located? Read this about the Constellation. http://omega-constellation-collectors.blogspot.com/2007/08/dial-update.html
I think they're late 50's, early 60's.

 

great vintage wrist watches !

 

Thank you for the info guys! This creates a bit of a dilemma for me as I will now have to look into finding a reputable person to service them and I don't know if I will be able to find someone nearby.

I'm really quite smitten by the Seamaster. I was just amazed when it started ticking away without missing a beat when I picked it up.

 

If you'll share your location, I'm sure someone can point you to a reputable watchmaker.

 

I'm in Karachi, Pakistan. I think perhaps the best thing to do would be to wait a few months till the next time I'm traveling abroad.

Btw, thanks for the link above - I'll have a closer read of that later today.

 

If you put the Seamaster on your wrist and lift your hand to your ear and lower it again, do you feel a bump? It looks like a 330 series Bumper automatic to me. Possibly a 354 but you won't know until it's opened.

Theseare very nice. Both good finds.

Cheers, Chris

 

Yes! I thought perhaps something had come loose.

 

If it is a bumper movement, which it sounds like it is, they're addictive to wear. Also looks like a red gold cap? Nicer than yellow gold for me.

Cheers, Chris

 

Congratulations …You have the beginnings of a very fine collection

Heed the thoughtful, caring advice of other Members…and get them serviced…so they can perform, as originally intended

Oh……And a very warm welcome to the Forum !!

 

Both are nice watches, but the Seamaster, that “waffle” dial beautiful. Looks like you have some nice watches in Pakistan, if those are the benchmarks. Personally, I’d be keen to hear more about watch collecting there.
Welcome to the forum

All the best

Nathan

 

Thanks Nathan,

I'm sure there's an interesting story to be told since there are a number of 'luxury' watch afficionados here in Pakistan, but I'm probably the wrong person to tell it since I don't know much about the subject. As far as I know, vintage watches are a rarity here. I think I will make more of an attempt to learn about it.

As for these two pieces, my best guess based on what I've been told in this thread and what I know about the prior owner, is that they may have been purchased in England or Germany in the '50s or early '60s.

 

Welcome aboard, Yousuf!

Your family member didn't have an old black dialed Omega lying around, did he? Someone might have scratches "P.A.F" or something along those lines into the caseback..? If he does, don't worry about it, I'll trade it for a nice, shiny Seamaster

Re. watchmaker you might want to find a watchmaker abroad and ship the watches to him. A lot of members here, including me, regularly ship watches abroad for servicing. When you find a good watchmaker, you have to make sure he doesn't get away!

 

Lol, will keep an eye out for that black dialled watch while I look into finding someone to fix these up. Thanks for the advice.