A few years I bought a brand new Bond bracelet (1503/825) through my AD for any of my Bond Seamasters (2541.80, 2531.80, 2220.80) with the idea that I would get one of them serviced by Omega and then put on the new bracelet to turn back the clock on th…
Continue readingIs there a type of water resistant gasket that fails more than others?
I have a new (to me) Omega coming this week. When I get an Omega that is not under warranty I always open the caseback and visually inspect the movement to make sure it is authentic and nothing is glaringly wrong. I try to have the proper replacement g…
Continue readingAdvice on putting brushed finish on side flanks with crown guards
For watches with brushed side flanks I use a bench top polishing lathe with a 4 inch Bergeon 6723-240-LP wheel to get a nice brushed finish. However, the wheel is too large to finish case flanks if there are crown guards (like the Seamaster Professiona…
Continue readingWhen did Omega stop using tritium lume?
When did Omega stop using tritium? Was it at the same as Rolex? (which I believe was 1997-98)
Continue readingThe reason I ask is that I own a quartz Omega 2541.80 (the GoldenEye watch) that has a serial number dating to 1995. But the lume on the dial and hands glows after charging with light. I’ve seen many trititum Bond SMP’s and they have usually developed a yellowish color as the tritium has aged. Mine has not and it has the characteristic white/green coloration found on Superluminova.
So I’m assuming…
Looking for thoughts on the Omega black rubber strap for the 42mm Planet Ocean
I’m thinking about getting the Omega black rubber strap for the 2201.50 42mm Planet Ocean. The model number is 98000144 for this version of the PO but I think Omega has different model numbers for similar looking rubber straps depending on the watch they go on.
Continue readingI’m looking for thoughts on this rubber strap from a comfort and fit standpoint. I already know I like the look, but I’m concerned it might be too thick and not pliable enough to be comfortable. Some rubber or FKM straps don’t have…
James Bond GoldenEye – Omega Seamaster: Why Quartz?
I’m a huge James Bond and Omega fan. I own four James Bond/Omega models. Three SMP’s: 2541.80, 2531.80, 2220.80; and the 38.5mm blue dial Aqua Terra.
Today I was wearing my 2541.80 quartz SMP that was featured in the 1995 movie GoldenEye and wondered,…
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