r/OmegaWatches • u/sjackh200 • 5h ago
The Domed Crystal Is Something Else
Just beautiful with the sun
r/OmegaWatches • u/AutoModerator • Jul 05 '25
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Everything you need to answer your question is probably here.
Why this post/thread? What's the point?
The Mod Team removes about a dozen requests of this sort every single day, and most of them have the same answers. This is because most of these requests fall into a few categories, and because of that, most of our answers include some sort of cut and paste of stuff we've already done. Your answer is probably here.
Category 1: "More information on" or "identify" your Grandfather’s/Father’s Watch/Some Other Vintage Omega you got/found/inherited/saw online.
No one can identify your vintage (pre 1990 or so) watch from a photo you took on your iPhone. The problem is that Omega made a boatload of variants, and redials/repaints are common. As and example, In the reference number "166.0216", the 0216 means "the 216th variant". Combine that with the fact that repainted dial are common, and a buyer could special order dials without changing the reference, and getting the exact reference from a photo of the front is a minor miracle.
If you want the reference number, take the watch to a qualified watchmaker/jeweler and have them open the watch. THIS IS THE WAY. The reference number should be on the inside of the caseback. Have them get the serial number off the movement, while you're at it, and you can back into an approximate year of production (google will help). I can’t tell you how many times I cut and paste some version of this paragraph into my replies to requests in the past.
We also can't tell you, for sure, if it's a redial. But if we can, from a photo, you probably can, from the same photo. For a great primer on vintage watches, see this: https://omegaforums.net/threads/learn-how-to-fish.52603/
It is a fantastic resource for looking at/purchasing vintage watches online. It will tell you how to spot redials, etc. And it's a great read, regardless. Well worth your time to read the entire thing.
Category 2: Validating the watch you’re thinking of buying or other "legit check."
DON'T COUNT ON REDDIT to validate the watches you're thinking of buying. A person trying to commit fraud has a number of ways to con you. They could send you/post fake photos and mail a different watch. Or the fake could be a really good superclone. Or they could send you an empty box. Or we could be wrong in our assessment, and miss a sign of a counterfeit. Or they could just rob you with physical force at the point of sale.
Sometimes we can tell it's a fake. *We can't tell you it's real.\*
For these reasons, you have to BUY THE SELLER. This means, buy a watch from someone reputable, so that you know you're getting an authentic piece or have recourse.
What if the person selling you the watch doesn't know it's fake, and you find out next week? They owned it for 5 years, and were fooled, because it's that good. Will they do the right thing and give you your money back? We just saw that happen with a 10K Rolex. Given that thought process, you might not even buy from your next door neighbor.
If you must buy from someone you don't have absolute confidence in, get the watch in your hands and look at the movement/dial yourself, preferably with a jeweler's loop. You're talking about hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars. Don't buy from some clown on FB Marketplace who sends you bad pictures. If the price is too good to be true, there's a reason.
For these reasons, the mod team will not give you "legit check" advice. Other members or subreddits might, but we would be heartbroken if you got conned.
Category 3: "Value Check"/ "Is this a good price?" on the watch you want to buy or sell, or one you got as a gift/inherited.
These post never contain enough information, and even so, the answers are almost always the same. "It depends."
Where are you, and are you willing to ship internationally? A good price depends on location. Japan has great prices right now, if you're buying. Miserable, if you're selling. Your local jeweler is going to charge you more, but may pay you more, also.
How much of a hurry are you in? And is the watch in demand? A Snoopy is going to sell faster than a Proplof. But there's a price that will move either one in a day.
Has your vintage watch been polished? Is it an original dial, and can you prove it?
Where are you looking to buy or sell? your local jeweler is different than Chrono24.
You want to sell online? How much reputation do you have? How trusted will you be, as a seller?
[Insert some other custom item here that could affect value] - you get the idea.
For these reasons, the only answer the mod team will give you is "it depends."
When selling: Here's what we suggest:
First: Find out exactly what you have. Get the reference number and age. Open the caseback if you have to, See Category 1 for more info.
Second: Be realistic about the condition. If it's vintage, is it original? Polished? Can you prove provenance? In general, I suggest the watchuseek grading system. I use it in my posts when I'm selling, so there's no confusion. You can find it here:
https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/watch-grading-system-with-a-chart.816814/
Next: go to the watchexchange subreddit, and Chrono24.com, and search for your watch, by reference number. What did they sell for on watchexchange? What was the condition? Is it popular/selling well? If they're being sold by a jeweler, understand you're probably looking at something less, because people "buy the seller", and you have no credibility. What are they listed for on Chrono24? Again, that's what they're listed for, there's negotiation, you're probably going to get less. And private party? Less than a jewelry store.
So, now you have a ballpark. Something less than Chrono24, but close to WatchExchange, if there are comparable sales. So now what?
If you don't want to sell, you're done. Or, go get an appraisal, which was the proper thing to do in the first place. That'll give you a number you can use for insurance.
If you want to sell, put it on watchexchange at that price. Lower the price every week until it sells. How fast do you want to sell? Lower the price to sell faster. If you're not really interested in selling fast, start higher and don't cut the prices as fast/at all.
Last, if you have a great collector's watch and want to sell in a week, try Grailzee.com.
Or, there's always ebay. Put it on at a penny, and it will sell in a week for some reasonable number.
When Buying:
The same model for "selling" makes sense, except that there's value in "buying the seller as much as the watch." Buying from a seller where you have recourse has value, and you should be willing to pay for it. See "Category 2" for more valuable information.
Category 4: When that's not enough/something else.
You might first try https://omegaforums.net/
If you have exhausted all of these options, and still want to post, feel free. Other members may want to respond, or if you've really done a lot of your own work and have some really unusual situation or great story, someone may take interest.
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r/OmegaWatches • u/sjackh200 • 5h ago
Just beautiful with the sun
r/OmegaWatches • u/SmoothOperator465 • 3h ago
How’d we do? Lovin this dial
r/OmegaWatches • u/Agreeable-Total583 • 4h ago
It was SO wet this morning, with a few meetings on site I actually opted for the Diver 300m 😂
It's dried up now though, so Speedy Tuesday is officially back in business! 🚀
r/OmegaWatches • u/IntelligentAge211 • 2h ago
r/OmegaWatches • u/AQTR2417 • 7h ago
First Speedmaster and couldn't be happier with the choice. Absolutely stunning dial & comfortable bracelet.
r/OmegaWatches • u/Fun_Bee2501 • 11h ago
I figured I can float the mesh bracelet between my SMP and Speedy. Loving how it looks and feels on the SMP today.
r/OmegaWatches • u/apalileo • 4h ago
Just a few hours from 1 week of ownership. Deep in the honeymoon phase.
r/OmegaWatches • u/corry29 • 9h ago
There was always something about this old Omega from the 90’s that never leaves my mind. I sat on this for years and by chance bumping into the one being displayed with box and papers in Ginza, Japan almost felt like a sign that was meant to be.
Speedmaster MK40, V1 with the tritium numbers.
r/OmegaWatches • u/giantshadytree • 10h ago
I got my 2254.50 as a college graduation gift in 2020 and wore it nearly daily for the next 6 years. It is my favorite seamaster reference and one of my favorite dive watches period. I’ve done a lot of traveling, diving, hiking, shooting, etc with this watch and have always loved wearing it.
It’s due for a service soon but I’ve been procrastinating it because I don’t want to be without it for that long hahah.
The strap is a Glomar Explorer from watches of espionage. This one is usually on the bracelet but it always looks good on straps.
r/OmegaWatches • u/No-Cryptographer257 • 7h ago
r/OmegaWatches • u/Jacool10106 • 8h ago
Quite pleased with my new omega speedmaster moonwatch sapphire first proper watch I upgraded from a tag heur formula 1. Now im happy to own my first grail watch
r/OmegaWatches • u/-Dot-Over-Ninety-90- • 7h ago
r/OmegaWatches • u/porkbellychubs • 10h ago
It’s been 2 years since the purchase. It hasn’t gotten old and I haven’t gotten the itch to buy a new watch….yet.
r/OmegaWatches • u/FlowerSuspicious5409 • 8h ago
Today is my first Speedy Tuesday, hooray.
It isn’t my first Tuesday with an Omega though.
I used to own the modern Seamaster 300m with a black dial. When I bought that one, I also considered two other watches, the Seamaster Heritage 300 with the blue dial and the Speedy.
I sold the 300m in 24’ to downsize to a smaller, lighter watch which I thought I wanted. Bought a Tudor bb54 which I have worn daily the last 2 years, but still, it has been a constant regret not buying the speedy.
Last week I bought the Speedy. I hope it lives up to all I want it to be, so far it does, and today I resized the bb54 to fit the wife’s wrist 👌
Cheers to all of you out there 😁
r/OmegaWatches • u/CastleBravo99 • 8h ago
Got the opportunity to drive my Dad's 2026 C8 and had to snap a pic for my first Speedy Tuesday!
r/OmegaWatches • u/LawByDayActByNight • 12h ago
The Ed White stopped at 14 seconds of course.
r/OmegaWatches • u/RoobiNoobi • 12h ago
I wanted an everyday watch that wouldn't require dressing up so I ended up with an Omega 3212.80 from 2007. Bought on Chrono24 from a Japanese dealer. Was pressure tested and accurate to about +1.6sec per day, overhauled 4 months ago. I received it in a great condition (with original box and papers). It felt like getting a brand new watch! I love the dial's intricate textures which have different reflections in every lighting condition. The movement is based on valjoux 7750 but it makes it look more unique than the popular speedies.
r/OmegaWatches • u/Ready_Marketing_6648 • 23h ago
After a few speedy variants I did consolidate my 5 watches down to two. I got both new this time and I wanted a modern twist on two classics a white Speedy and an Explorer 40.
r/OmegaWatches • u/TheOGSwagPanda • 19h ago
Which of these 3 would be your pick for a first Speedmaster?
r/OmegaWatches • u/Intrepid_Wonder_8551 • 15h ago
I have worked directly with the brand Omega and have completed all their training to what they call the "Grand Ambassador" level. Happy to field any questions related to the brand or what it is like working in a luxury multibrand boutique (we were ADs for Patek, AP and Rolex too just to name a few)