I have recently inherited 2 vintage omegas and am trying to found out as much as possible about them, they are both
in perfect nick and have been lovingly preserved for as long as I can remember. Info and possible values would be welcome

 

Yes they would... Tell us what your research has uncovered so far.

 

What's the number on the back of the case of the wristwatch ?

Have you tried a Google search with it ?

 

9987377, I have googled but battling to find much.

 

well I have discovered that one is a 1929 and the other a 1939, more than that I havent got to, thought this forum would be a good place to start.

 

what does that mean in laymans terms

 

The number refers to the reference for the watch. basically how Omega identifies them. If you look up "Omega 2192" on google images the watches that come up look very similar if not the same. The movement in your watch should be a 30 T2 which is a very reliable chronometer movement.

 

if only you can show naked movement photo of second watch...caseback is quite unique...never seen one like that before..

 

I am but really battling to find much on that one

, your number helps a lot, thank you, a place to start. how would I open it to photograph naked movement.

 

Well it would tell you the year roughly, but it looks like you already knew that...

 

its a screw back so you can unscrew

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To be fair, he/she hasn't asked anyone to do any homework on their behalf, they simply asked if anyone new anything about the pieces.

I thought forums where there for people to share and discuss.......

 

Actually I think the reference might be a 2254. The 2254 had a screw down caseback and the 2192 had a snap on caseback.

 

this kind of watches probly sell for 200 to 300...less any sentimental value...imho

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I would have thought 200 is a pretty low estimate, especially if you're talking USD/EURO.

What is the case size ?
And what is the width between the lugs in mm ?
And is the strap marked as a Bonklip on the clasp ?

 

looking at the watch i would say its 32-33mm without the crown...

 

If that's right, it would put the lug spacing at either 17mm or 18mm.
If it is a Bonklip strap then it would have a reasonable value on its own.

 

WTH? And risk scratching up the case back?

 

Too much snark on this thread.

Find a local watchmaker to take the case back off. And post pictures of the it as well as the movement.