Two tone Omega cases

BrianPankow · Feb 20, 2020

Hello everyone,
I recently purchased the item pictured. No dial photo as it is a repainted one and not of much value information wise. My question is does anyone know anything concerning the two tone cases I’ve seen on a few Omega Seamasters? It’s hard to capture in the photos but the Bezel and lugs are “gold.” The main body of the case and back are SS. Thank you.

X350 XJR · Feb 20, 2020

Two-tone cases are commonly referred to a gold capped and have a heavy layer of solid gold, in the case of Omegas typically 200-240 microns, fused to a stainless steel base. A typical gold plated case is usually between 10 and 80 microns. The bezels are often but not always solid gold. Some cases are completely clad or as is the case with yours just the lugs.

Mauzer · Feb 20, 2020

X350 XJR
gold capped and have a heavy layer of solid gold, in the case of Omegas typically 200-240 microns, fused to a stainless steel base. A typical gold plated case is usually between 10 and 80 microns.

Ah, thats good to know! Always knew that gold capped is better than gold plated, but this helps to define it. Thank you!

BrianPankow · Feb 20, 2020

Mauzer
Ah, thats good to know! Always knew that gold capped is better than gold plated, but this helps to define it. Thank you!

Thank you very much. What a fantastic forum.

Brian
Seattle

Two tone Omega cases

BrianPankow

X350 XJR

Mauzer

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