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Old 3 August 2014, 11:36 AM   #1
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Help please!
I've been wearing this Omega for almost 30 years. It was a bequest from my grandfather in the mid-80s, who received it when he retired from General Motors in 1971.

It still runs great but as you can see it could use a restoration of some level, and likely a new or restored dial. At the risk of imposing, can anyone recommend any reliable independent technicians or watch makers who can do factory quality work?

I hate to admit that I don't even know what the name of this model this is. Help!

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Old 3 August 2014, 11:00 PM   #2
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I've been wearing this Omega for almost 30 years. It was a bequest from my grandfather in the mid-80s, who received it when he retired from General Motors in 1971.

It still runs great but as you can see it could use a restoration of some level, and likely a new or restored dial. At the risk of imposing, can anyone recommend any reliable independent technicians or watch makers who can do factory quality work?

I hate to admit that I don't even know what the name of this model this is. Help!

Jim
Very nice!!!! Any independent watch maker should be able to service the watch. DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT touch that dial!!!!! Leave it as is, or find a refinished one to use if it bothers you to wear it as is. Put the original one away. The value in a vintage watch is in it's dial, keep it original.
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Old 4 August 2014, 01:30 AM   #3
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The value in a vintage watch is in it's dial, keep it original.
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Old 9 August 2014, 04:05 PM   #4
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Old 17 August 2014, 03:46 AM   #5
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Seamaster cal. 321 circa 1967. All original.
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Old 17 August 2014, 05:39 AM   #6
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Old 17 August 2014, 07:54 AM   #7
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Old 21 August 2014, 08:51 PM   #8
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Vintage Omega
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Please see attached photo of my Omega Chronostop Driver which dates from around 1970/1975

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Old 22 August 2014, 03:17 AM   #9
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Please see attached photo of my Omega Chronostop Driver which dates from around 1970/1975

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Beautiful watch buddy. Great choice and thanks for sharing.
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Old 29 August 2014, 01:26 AM   #10
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Everything I'm not made me everything I am..:)
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Old 29 August 2014, 03:55 AM   #11
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Old 29 August 2014, 10:34 PM   #13
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Beautiful Speedy. Thanks for sharing.
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Old 30 August 2014, 12:15 PM   #14
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This arrived today... Reference 2657-4 2494 Seamster Automatic, circa 1951. Textured dial, stainless steel case with rose gold markers and hands. Caliber 342...On the wrist - wow - the "bumper" movement is quite apparent! Makes a nice addition to the "family".

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Old 30 August 2014, 12:21 PM   #15
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This arrived today... Reference 2657-4 2494 Seamster Automatic, circa 1951. Textured dial, stainless steel case with rose gold markers and hands. Caliber 342...On the wrist - wow - the "bumper" movement is quite apparent! Makes a nice addition to the "family".

Truly amazing DB. Congrats!
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Old 30 August 2014, 12:47 PM   #16
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Truly amazing DB. Congrats!
Thanks my friend!
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My late father's old watch...

Not too bad for a 50 year old..

This one does duty at formal events and other dressy occasions.. It even sports an Omega strap and buckle..



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Old 30 August 2014, 08:38 PM   #18
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My late father's old watch...

Not too bad for a 50 year old..

This one does duty at formal events and other dressy occasions.. It even sports an Omega strap and buckle..



That one is special... original... but much more important - family heirloom & keepsake. Wear it in good health!
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Old 31 August 2014, 05:04 AM   #19
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My late father's old watch...

Not too bad for a 50 year old..

This one does duty at formal events and other dressy occasions.. It even sports an Omega strap and buckle..

I agree with DB. A beautiful Omega with family heirloom Thanks Larry for sharing this one with us.
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Old 31 August 2014, 02:38 AM   #20
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Gotta love vintage :)
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Old 31 August 2014, 02:52 AM   #21
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Gotta love vintage :)
certainly love all of these!
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Old 31 August 2014, 05:05 AM   #22
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Old 31 August 2014, 04:01 PM   #23
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Omega Seamaster Cosmic
This is new to me.
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Old 1 September 2014, 05:00 AM   #24
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This is new to me.
Awesome. And seems to be in new old stock condition.
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I don't wear this as much as I'd like, but it is one of my favorite watches I own.

1966 300M. The new one looks good but I'd take this piece over it any day.
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Very nice, guys! Thanks for sharing.
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Old 5 September 2014, 09:30 AM   #28
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My first vintage!
Still looks good.
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Wearing my caliber 321 pre-moon Speedy today...
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