US resource for purchasing service hands and hesalite crystal?

timetostart · Sep 7, 2020

Good morning, everyone. I'm looking to mod my FOIS with a set of standard baton hands and Hesalite crystal to push its vintage vibe a little further. (And yes, I am aware that the Hesalite is not a watertight fit, a risk I am willing to accept).

Does anyone know where these can be purchased domestically here in the States? I'll find an independent watchmaker to do the work. Looking for genuine Omega parts.

Thanks for your help!

Dan S · Sep 7, 2020

My understanding is that Omega doesn't sell parts retail any more, so eBay is your best bet if you want to buy the parts yourself. Or take it to a watchmaker with an Omega parts account.

SkunkPrince · Sep 7, 2020

Those are all restricted parts. You'd need Nesbits, for example, to order the parts and do the work.

I'd reconsider on the hesalite crystal.

Foo2rama · Sep 7, 2020

Changing sapphire to hesalite is not a direct swap. It’s not just a WR issue. Machining is involved.