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What Vintage Omega is this?

JAlc
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Hi guys!

First time posting here, and I badly need your expertise. I happened to come across this vintage omega (pic) it's a unicase design so I'm thinking 50s but I cannot find a specific ref number. The seller gave me an option to open the watch to have a look at the movement, but I'm a bit hesitant because that might damage the seal/waterproofing. Looking to purchase this.

What model is this specifically?
Value?

Any feedback on this is greatly appreciated.
 
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Foo2rama
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The inside of the caseback will have a model number. The serial number on the movement can give you an approximate date.


Unfortunately the dial was redone at some point and it has the wrong crown. From a collectors point of view it’s not worth that much.
As a family heirloom it could be priceless.

It is what is called gold filled or rolled gold so there is little gold value in the watch. As the gold is a thin layer applied to the top of the watch. It’s not gold plated which is even thinner.
 
JAlc
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Is this considered as a franken watch if the crown is not originally from this model?

Also just wanted to know how did you analyze that the dial was redone and the crown is no longer original?

Foo2rama Foo2rama
The inside of the caseback will have a model number. The serial number on the movement can give you an approximate date.


Unfortunately the dial was redone at some point and it has the wrong crown. From a collectors point of view it’s not worth that much.
As a family heirloom it could be priceless.

It is what is called gold filled or rolled gold so there is little gold value in the watch. As the gold is a thin layer applied to the top of the watch. It’s not gold plated which is even thinner.
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JAlc
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You reckon this is a better buy then? Picture attached.

Foo2rama Foo2rama
The inside of the caseback will have a model number. The serial number on the movement can give you an approximate date.


Unfortunately the dial was redone at some point and it has the wrong crown. From a collectors point of view it’s not worth that much.
As a family heirloom it could be priceless.

It is what is called gold filled or rolled gold so there is little gold value in the watch. As the gold is a thin layer applied to the top of the watch. It’s not gold plated which is even thinner.
 
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Foo2rama
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As for the dial.

hour markers do not line up with the printed hash marks.

crown is obviously not an omega crown.

2nd piece is too corroded to be worth buying.
 
JAlc
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Thank you for your input!

Foo2rama Foo2rama
As for the dial.

hour markers do not line up with the printed hash marks.

crown is obviously not an omega crown.

2nd piece is too corroded to be worth buying.
 
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Foo2rama Foo2rama
As for the dial.

hour markers do not line up with the printed hash marks.

crown is obviously not an omega crown.

2nd piece is too corroded to be worth buying.

I think the dial is originally for a different, earlier reference too.

On top of this, both strap and buckle are fakes.
 
JAlc
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Great input guys, thank you

ConElPueblo ConElPueblo
I think the dial is originally for a different, earlier reference too.

On top of this, both strap and buckle are fakes.
 
JAlc
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Foo2rama Foo2rama
The inside of the caseback will have a model number. The serial number on the movement can give you an approximate date.


Unfortunately the dial was redone at some point and it has the wrong crown. From a collectors point of view it’s not worth that much.
As a family heirloom it could be priceless.

It is what is called gold filled or rolled gold so there is little gold value in the watch. As the gold is a thin layer applied to the top of the watch. It’s not gold plated which is even thinner.
 
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Dan S
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Truly, I think you will be happier in the long run if you take a little more time to learn about vintage watches instead of rushing into a purchase like this one. Slow down, let this watch go, spend some time on the forum, and learn. That way, your first purchase is more likely to be a watch that you will be happy with for a long time.

Unfortunately, you sound very emotionally invested in the watch already. If you insist on buying it, don't spend more than $100, and only if it's running. And then just wear it, don't invest any more money into restoring or servicing it.
 
JAlc
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Thank you all for the feedback. I'll pass this one. I'm not comfortable that the case is correct but the face is from a different model.
 
JAlc
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Hi guys. I think I found something special. It's a cal. 560 DeVille and I think it's a US collection. Thoughts?
 
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Nepomuceño
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I agree with Dan. You need to take some time to look around the forum and learn. Don't jump into buying yet or you'll end up overpaying for a watch that has multiple problems.

The bottom line is you can keep posting different watches that you find for sale but you will likely receive the same type of response from fellow members.
 
Franco
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I suggest you try to aim for watches in better conditions, with original parts
 
SkunkPrince
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I think you’ll find that most Omega watches that are worth having will be beyond your budget if you want a quick purchase. Watch the sales forum here and be patient.
 
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The parts are not matching. But if you fond the correct dial, it would a great watch.
Honestly, I don’t like this monoblock cases, it’s so hard to deal with it. I always afraid the crown stem will be damaged. Sometimes its a mission as well to get the movement out of the case
 
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