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sammybiker · 10 December 2022, 11:54 PM

Hey guys,

I found a vintage Omega that I'm quite excited about on C24 but know nothing about - can anyone advise as to what this is, pros/cons (maintenance, etc), fair value, anything else?

Caught an article online that the rose gold omega of this vintage really were not rose gold...odd.

I don't think I'm allowed to post the direct link but below is a photo + description.

Thanks guys!

Very rare, well maintained and beautiful vintage Omega in solid 18k rose gold with manual wind caliber 266 in very good condition. The serial number suggests a year of manufacture of the 1950s.

- 37mm case in solid 18k rose gold (750 hallmarked several times)
- Distinctive Dolphine-hands
- Original honeycomb dial
- Charming patina
- Original Omega alligator leather strap in dark blue with solid 18k Sedna rose gold pin buckle with embossed logo (2021)

The watch also keeps time very well for its age. Inside ticks the high quality Omega manufacture caliber 266 refined with red gold which is known for its robustness as well as precision.

A rare feast for the eyes for vintage lovers and for anyone who is captivated by these wonderful aesthetics.

sammybiker · 12 December 2022, 11:34 PM

Sorry, the photo didn't post with the original post. Anyone know anything about this watch?

RW16610 · 13 December 2022, 03:42 AM

It's a nice looking watch. I'm not exactly sure what the details are about the piece. Buy it because you like it and want to keep it / pass it on, and for no other reason.

Regarding service, an independent watchmaker if possible will be more cost effective. Sending it into Omega would be more, in most cases. For the vintage pieces they'll send it to Switzerland for the service to be completed.

Does the seller include pictures of the movement number (serial number) and case number? This way, if you did end up buying it you could order an Extract from the Archives.

Someone here will likely have more details. If you can post more images, or larger ones that can be helpful too.

robinhenrywatches · 13 December 2022, 08:23 AM

Hard to say much with that picture as I can’t even confirm the dial.

If it’s correct then they offer great value at their price point.

Buy the seller!

James

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DJ2020 · 13 December 2022, 11:14 AM

Very nice looking vintage.

sammybiker · 13 December 2022, 11:24 AM

Appreciate the feedback, thanks guys!

10 December 2022, 11:54 PM	#1
sammybiker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 9	Vintage Newbie, Need Help Hey guys, I found a vintage Omega that I'm quite excited about on C24 but know nothing about - can anyone advise as to what this is, pros/cons (maintenance, etc), fair value, anything else? Caught an article online that the rose gold omega of this vintage really were not rose gold...odd. I don't think I'm allowed to post the direct link but below is a photo + description. Thanks guys! Very rare, well maintained and beautiful vintage Omega in solid 18k rose gold with manual wind caliber 266 in very good condition. The serial number suggests a year of manufacture of the 1950s. - 37mm case in solid 18k rose gold (750 hallmarked several times) - Distinctive Dolphine-hands - Original honeycomb dial - Charming patina - Original Omega alligator leather strap in dark blue with solid 18k Sedna rose gold pin buckle with embossed logo (2021) The watch also keeps time very well for its age. Inside ticks the high quality Omega manufacture caliber 266 refined with red gold which is known for its robustness as well as precision. A rare feast for the eyes for vintage lovers and for anyone who is captivated by these wonderful aesthetics.

12 December 2022, 11:34 PM	#2
sammybiker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 9	Sorry, the photo didn't post with the original post. Anyone know anything about this watch? Attached Images

13 December 2022, 11:14 AM	#5
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,484	Very nice looking vintage. __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

13 December 2022, 03:42 AM	#3
RW16610 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,282	It's a nice looking watch. I'm not exactly sure what the details are about the piece. Buy it because you like it and want to keep it / pass it on, and for no other reason. Regarding service, an independent watchmaker if possible will be more cost effective. Sending it into Omega would be more, in most cases. For the vintage pieces they'll send it to Switzerland for the service to be completed. Does the seller include pictures of the movement number (serial number) and case number? This way, if you did end up buying it you could order an Extract from the Archives. Someone here will likely have more details. If you can post more images, or larger ones that can be helpful too.

13 December 2022, 08:23 AM	#4
robinhenrywatches "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Real Name: James Location: UK/Europe Posts: 379	Hard to say much with that picture as I can’t even confirm the dial. If it’s correct then they offer great value at their price point. Buy the seller! James Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 December 2022, 11:24 AM	#6
sammybiker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 9	Appreciate the feedback, thanks guys!

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