Did Omega headquarters in Switzerland keep a record somewhere of all their movement serial numbers and what exact model of watch that particular movement was installed in when it first left the factory (similar to Rolex)???
It would be nice if there was a way to confirm that a "restored" Ranchero model, for example is a Franken-watch or truly a honest restored Ranchero.

Please help.

Thanks

 

Here try this.

https://www.omegawatches.com/planet-omega/heritage/extract-of-the-archives/?no_cache=1

 

Ah very good. But I guess it would cost me $123US to check a watch I'm considering buying...
I wonder if there is an annual membership option with a certain allowable number of extract orders per year?

 

It cost $150 the last time I used it, and it's one at a time as far as I know.

 

Also takes up to 6 weeks to get the results from Omega.

 

It's very nice that this service is available, but it's not a very convenient avenue for a vintage Omega shopper.

 

Yeah, unless one is sold with the watch you're looking to buy, it helps to do all your research BEFORE you make your purchase. Otherwise you could make sure that the seller offers returns if the item is not as described and order an extract to check the authenticity if you like.

 

True...plus there's the issue with the extract not being conveniently available in the US...ie. I would need the help from my local Omega store.

 

Nothing's inexpensive in Switzerland.

 

WOW! When did they start charging? It use to be free

 

Yes I have

 

You've apparently been away too long.

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It's not model specific, but at least you'll know if it's in the right timeframe

 

yep, even dollar shops start at 5 bucks there

 

Parking was 70 USD for 4 hours in Zurich. Blew me away!

Beautiful country though.

 

Thanks for posting.