Can an Omega last a lifetime?

[1Baloo]

Ladies / Gents,

A thread popped up on this (or another site!) regarding an individual being told Omega could not service/fix his Omega watch after the 4th service??

If say, you service the Omega every 3-5 years that would be 12-20years lifespan of an Omega???

I intend to buy a watch which will last a lifetime....hopefully with another good 40years+ to go in me!!!

Anyone give me their non 'rolex-is-the-best' opinion/knowledge if infact Omega's can last a lifetime if serviced properly?

(I have posted this on the Omega discussion board to to get unbiased advice before I narrow down Rolex or Omega AND then once I have done that wether Sub No Date or Planet Ocean Big/LM).

Cheers 1Baloo

[globalmedia33]

I don't know much about Omega but I know Rolex will last you a lifetime.

[Jason71]

Originally Posted by 1Baloo

Ladies / Gents,

A thread popped up on this (or another site!) regarding an individual being told Omega could not service/fix his Omega watch after the 4th service??

If say, you service the Omega every 3-5 years that would be 12-20years lifespan of an Omega???

I intend to buy a watch which will last a lifetime....hopefully with another good 40years+ to go in me!!!

Anyone give me their non 'rolex-is-the-best' opinion/knowledge if infact Omega's can last a lifetime if serviced properly?

(I have posted this on the Omega discussion board to to get unbiased advice before I narrow down Rolex or Omega AND then once I have done that wether Sub No Date or Planet Ocean Big/LM).

Cheers 1Baloo

I have a very difficult time believing that an Omega cannot be serviced 5 times. That is just ludicrous.

[The GMT Master]

Well, a lot of Omega's movements are ETA based, so in terms of parts, there won't be any shortage of them for a very, very long time. Omega service intervals, at least on Co-Axial models, are pretty long, 5-7 years at least. You can probably get away with more as well. A modern Omega will easily last 40 years, if looked after properly, I'm calling BS on the "we can only service it 4 times." Omega have the capability to service every single watch they've ever made, even if it means sending it to Switzerland. I haven't seen the original post that you refer to, but I would imagine it was stated by someone who was grossly misinformed

[Speed]

I had the Omega Service Center in San Francisco want to charge me $20 to switch out the stock bracelet on a brand new Speedy for a new OEM Shark strap.

This has turned me off Omega service. If this is ANY indication of the type of attitude Omega has to customers, I have no idea what a proper servicing or quality thereof would be - and I am NOT looking forward to finding out.

[1Baloo]

Exactly my thoughts Jason as some Omega's can be as costly as Rolex (Omega Seamaster GMT £5000 or so!)....I cna only assume the dealer was trying to get the owner to buy a new one!!!

Cheers for the reply. (Hope no one proves me wrong and comes up with a story where an Omega didn't last a lifetime......don;t want to waste my £££)

1Baloo

[Grumpy Badger]

I think the confusion is coming from the fact that Omega GUARANTEE spare parts for something like 20 or 25 years but won't promise to be able to fix it after that.
In reality, I'm sure it wouldn't be a problem.

[1Baloo]

Cheers Badger,

i think the omega dealer may not have been straight with the customer / customer got confused or something....I cannot beleive an Omega cannot get serviced more than 4 times in it's life span......

Cheers fellas........put my mind at rest......

NOW ON MY 'TO DO LIST' TODAY.....

WHICH BRAND : Rolex or Omega

THEN WHICH WATCHE : No Date Sub or Omega PO Liquid Metal/Big Size

Could be along day...........................

[Grumpy Badger]

Hmmm... I wonder which watch I'd vote for...?

[padi56]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Well, a lot of Omega's movements are ETA based, so in terms of parts, there won't be any shortage of them for a very, very long time. Omega service intervals, at least on Co-Axial models, are pretty long, 5-7 years at least. You can probably get away with more as well. A modern Omega will easily last 40 years, if looked after properly, I'm calling BS on the "we can only service it 4 times." Omega have the capability to service every single watch they've ever made, even if it means sending it to Switzerland. I haven't seen the original post that you refer to, but I would imagine it was stated by someone who was grossly misinformed

X2.Yes agree complete and utter bullsh#te,yet another Internet Omega myth will be soon born.Today its sad but even some ADs today talk though where the sun dont shine

[esm]

Short answer - YES.

It all depends on how you look after it. Use common sense. As Chris have already suggested - most Omega watches have ETA movement, so they can be serviced by most competent watchmakers. I'm sure the co-axial will have to be serviced by Omega for now.

[kyle L]

Maybe, so far all of these have lasted 50-60 years so far with the exception of the GMT.

[bayerische]

What if I was the service an Omega 4 times in a row say monday-thursday, is it ruined on friday then?

[Rolex tom]

my granmothers lasted her a lifetime so yes they can, great watches they really are

[Dr.Brian]

My father has a 1952 gold Seamaster which has been his daily wear watch, excepting routine service, for almost 60 years! Modern Omega should be just as good. I'm not so sure about the new Daniels escapement though. Great idea, but not yet proven reliable.

[jmsrolls]

This one dates from 1930:



and is about to go in for service.

My 18k RG bumper automatic dates from 1950 and is still running strong:



It's celebrating its 61st year but I'm in my 67th so it has some catching up to do.

Fr. John†

[Michael M.]

Originally Posted by kyle L

Maybe, so far all of these have lasted 50-60 years so far with the exception of the GMT.

Well said and nice pic Kyle!

[moishlashen]

ahh yes.

[Docar]

This is an Omega Speedmaster MKII that I bought in 1970.
Wore it every day except the four times over the years it was in for servicing.

Sold it last year and it was still going strong....I do believe Omega now
treats it as a vintage watch for servicing purposes....

[oldbronco]

there are many private watch makers to service your Omega. I have a couple that are 50+ years old, which run just fine. indeed, I'll take a vintage 30mm, 5xx, or 7xx movement over any modern one.

[Widows Son]

My collection looks alot like Kyles with a couple of vintage Speeedmasters thrown in. All running great and still able to be serviced.

[belk7]

I still wear my Dad's Connie from 1959. Omega (as well as Rolex and the vast majority of other well know Swiss brands) will remain serviceable as long as competent watchmakers exist. Buy what you want - you'll be happy for decades.

[Widows Son]

Originally Posted by belk7

I still wear my Dad's Connie from 1959. Omega (as well as Rolex and the vast majority of other well know Swiss brands) will remain serviceable as long as competent watchmakers exist. Buy what you want - you'll be happy for decades.

Hey, I'm a 59 model and I'm still ticking!!!

[Perdu]

Omega have a reputation for servicing really old pieces - long wait time but they'll do it. Rolex on the other hand will not.

[rad87gn]

Directly from the Omega Website:

http://www.omegawatches.com/customer-service/faq#faq-11

Is it true that OMEGA watches are designed for life?

OMEGA guarantees repairs and the delivery of spare parts for its watches for at least 20 years from the date production is discontinued. Beyond this time, OMEGA will do its utmost to ensure collectors' items and vintage watches can be repaired.

[dieseldragon]

Originally Posted by rad87gn

Directly from the Omega Website:

http://www.omegawatches.com/customer-service/faq#faq-11

Is it true that OMEGA watches are designed for life?

OMEGA guarantees repairs and the delivery of spare parts for its watches for at least 20 years from the date production is discontinued. Beyond this time, OMEGA will do its utmost to ensure collectors' items and vintage watches can be repaired.

In some cases they will remanufacture parts that are out of stock or obsolete.