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MrBKoo · 1 October 2013, 04:37 PM

Hello everyone,

My father recently passed down a watch to me that he received as a wedding gift. I have had some difficulty identifying the model of the Omega watch.

I also would like to restore/service this watch as it has never been serviced before. One of the spring bars is missing and I have had issues changing the date wheel as well.

I would appreciate it if anyone can assist me in identifying this watch and was also wondering if it would be possible to restore a watch of is age. I apologize ahead of time for the quality of the photos.

Thanks.

MrBKoo · 1 October 2013, 04:41 PM

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aprasert · 1 October 2013, 05:19 PM

Try posting on the Timezone.com forum. The Omega forum there is more active than this one.

pdoukas · 2 October 2013, 12:42 AM

Actually you'll do better at omegaforums.net they are neurotically active

mondodec · 2 October 2013, 07:35 PM

Looks to me as though it is a model 366.0845 powered by a superflat 17 jewel calibre 1020. If you open the case back it may well have a different number for the watch head (probably 166.xxxx) but the model number is as above.

If properly cared for these calibres are quite robust. The 10xx series was Omega's first family of fast-beat calibres and parts are still available.

You could go the whole hog restoration by sending it to Bienne through a local Omega agent. That will cost you $1000 plus. Other option is to take it to a reputable independent watchmaker or an Omega service agent who will work on the watch at their premises (as opposed to sending it away)

Not sure if the bracelet is in need of repair or not. A Omega Bracelet 1286-249 is the one that fits this model and is still available for around $360.00 USD through Otto Frei.

Service regime with special lubricants for fastbeats should be around every four to five years and the fact that it has not had a service in memory may well mean thta you're in for a few replacement movement parts.

As it is a heirloom watch (in the sense that it will gain more sentimental value as time goes on) I reckon its worth the money to fix up. If nothing else, just to see the smile on your dad's face :)

Cheers

Desmond

1 October 2013, 04:41 PM	#2
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2 October 2013, 07:35 PM	#5
mondodec "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Desmond Location: Australia Watch: Vintage Connies Posts: 169	Looks to me as though it is a model 366.0845 powered by a superflat 17 jewel calibre 1020. If you open the case back it may well have a different number for the watch head (probably 166.xxxx) but the model number is as above. If properly cared for these calibres are quite robust. The 10xx series was Omega's first family of fast-beat calibres and parts are still available. You could go the whole hog restoration by sending it to Bienne through a local Omega agent. That will cost you $1000 plus. Other option is to take it to a reputable independent watchmaker or an Omega service agent who will work on the watch at their premises (as opposed to sending it away) Not sure if the bracelet is in need of repair or not. A Omega Bracelet 1286-249 is the one that fits this model and is still available for around $360.00 USD through Otto Frei. Service regime with special lubricants for fastbeats should be around every four to five years and the fact that it has not had a service in memory may well mean thta you're in for a few replacement movement parts. As it is a heirloom watch (in the sense that it will gain more sentimental value as time goes on) I reckon its worth the money to fix up. If nothing else, just to see the smile on your dad's face :) Cheers Desmond __________________ http://omega-constellation-collectors.blogspot.com/

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