Vintage Speedmaster question

Can anyone help me to identify this Speedmaster and the
corresponding the Omega reference number?
I am considering servicing it.
Will Omega restore it or is it better to use an independent watchmaker?

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PO 2500 bezel

Which one you like more?
On the first picture it’s not installed, I just put it on top to take a picture
It’s an aftermarket ceramic insert in original Omega bezel which I removed from LMLE where it was installed by the previous owner.
Wanted to sell it but it looks good imo 🤔

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Also, did anyone modded 2500 with the bezel from 8500?
I think I read somewhere that it’s possible.
Post your pictures if…

PO 2500 bezel

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Planet Ocean 600m, not so waterproof?

So this is a first for me…new purchase from an AD, 2024 manufacturer date, under warranty til ’29.
Woke up and noticed this- at first I thought my camera lens was scuffed but later in afternoon it was clear that moisture got in.
Here’s the thing, I have not swam with, nor taken it into the shower. I do wear it while washing my hands. Both crowns are nicely screwed down and tight.
I’m currently enjoying the BNP tennis tournament here in Indian Wells, CA and it’s been quite cold in the…

Planet Ocean 600m, not so waterproof?

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Thoughts on omega lovers hating on moonswatch

So I’ve been lurking for quite some time around here.
I’ve seen some different threads talking about how the moon swatch isn’t in Omega blah blah blah.
I’m on a couple different omega watch sites, many of them sheer hate for the moon’s watch.
My thoughts are that if you like watches in general, be at an omega or a moon swatch or an AP or a Timex, you appreciate watches.
And a watch even if it’s an homage like the moon swatch, it still fits on your wrist.
Hoping the mentality around here is…

Thoughts on omega lovers hating on moonswatch

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