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Hi All,

I've recently acquired this Omega Seamaster.

I'm relatively new to the world of Omega watches and was wondering if anyone could provide any information on the watch, e.g. it's authenticity.

Any information on the watch or tips for caring for it would be massively appreciated.

Thanks
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Hi
I'm a novice as well but there's loads you can find out by googling the serial number, calibre and case reference, i found this page that is closest to your watch, but there's probably a lot more

https://ambwatches.com/2013/10/03/1955-omega-seamaster-caliber-471-ref-2828/

but it's reference number seems a predecessor to the 2791, but had a mini sub dial for the second hand, different calibre as well,
I'm not experienced enough to tell if the dial or hands are original to your watch but it's serial number is about 1956, and the 471 movement was one of Omega's first automatics and seems to be quite reliable.
I've heard that the best first thing to do with a new watch is just wear it, feel the crown as you set the time and if there's any crunchy/clicky feeling or resistance then stop and get it serviced. If not then just wear it and note the gain or loss of time each day, set it to the true time and check it 24 hours later, if it's more than, say, 10 seconds out then look into a service for it.
Nice watch by the way, i have one very similar but a bit later and less decent condition.
 
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Hi
I'm a novice as well but there's loads you can find out by googling the serial number, calibre and case reference, i found this page that is closest to your watch, but there's probably a lot more

https://ambwatches.com/2013/10/03/1955-omega-seamaster-caliber-471-ref-2828/

but it's reference number seems a predecessor to the 2791, but had a mini sub dial for the second hand, different calibre as well,
I'm not experienced enough to tell if the dial or hands are original to your watch but it's serial number is about 1956, and the 471 movement was one of Omega's first automatics and seems to be quite reliable.
I've heard that the best first thing to do with a new watch is just wear it, feel the crown as you set the time and if there's any crunchy/clicky feeling or resistance then stop and get it serviced. If not then just wear it and note the gain or loss of time each day, set it to the true time and check it 24 hours later, if it's more than, say, 10 seconds out then look into a service for it.
Nice watch by the way, i have one very similar but a bit later and less decent condition.

Thanks for your message, that's really helpful!

I appreciate you taking the time to have a look for similar watches to my one. I was on the lookout for pictures and information on any similar models so it came in very handy.
 
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no worries i hope it serves you well and doesn't need anything more than a service eventually
 
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Many of these have repainted dials, but yours looks correct to me. The crown has been replaced. It is an authentic Omega crown and the correct replacement for this case. However the original was thinner:

https://www.omegawatches.com/watch-omega-seamaster-omega-ko-2790

Don't worry about the difference between your dial and the one shown in the site, multiple dial designs where used on the same case. I would have it serviced by an independent watchmaker with a parts account. Don't believe the caseback, this watch is far from waterproof. Right now I would not wear it on a rainy day. After a proper service, it will have some degree of water resistance.
 
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I think that @Concretepuppy has got it nailed on in suggesting that you wear it and see how you get on with it.
You may be happy with the crown but if you decide to change it to the thinner one suggested by @wagudc, then you can sort that out when you send it for a service.
 
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But bear in mind that if you get a thinner crown, you may need to invest in a crown winder tool if your thumbs are anything like mine
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One thing that stands out to me is that the case has been massively over polished. I don't see a crisp edge left anywhere.
 
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