So I absolutely love watches that come in unique materials. Tungsten is one of my favorites. I’ve recently been introduced to the various versions of “Anakin” watches by Omega. The “Baby Anakin” (reference 166.078) is my favorite variant.
So the issue…
omega 166.092 pinion part number inquiry.
I am working on a 166.092 that had some issues and hoping to get some help on identifying the correct parts for this reference.
The cannon pinion, hour wheel and sweep seconds pinion were all too short with the tall indices of the dial and I am trying to figure out which are the proper height. The hands had been bent upwards to avoid the indices and each other. Quite a mess.
It appears the 1002 has 3 options for heights on these parts. My first guess is that this Ref is spec’ed…
Omega Cal 1120, in need of a service?
Hello all, I have recently acquired an smp 300 with cal 1120, just wondering based on your experiences if the watch is in need of a service?
Pictures attached and thanks in advance.
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ID help please
Will a 1162/173 bracelet fit on a 166.091?
Evening/Morning lovely people of the OF.
Just a quick question to see if any of you know whether a 1162/173 20mm Bracelet will fit my 166.091 which I currently have on an Omega shark mesh bracelet. The lug width is correct but the 173 is confusing me …
Continue readingLearn How To Fish
I have had a few newer members asking me for advice on how to spot a good vintage watch and what they should be on guard for. I've decided to post a little primer on how to assess vintage watches (primarily Omegas, though the principles could just…
Continue reading166.010/168.024 date window metal color gold or silver?
Hello again,
Just a simple question this time about these references:
I have noticed in certain pictures the faceted date window for these references looks silver toned, while in others it appears gold. Were variations in color tied to the case metal…
Continue reading2264.50 vs 2254.60, Head or Heart?
So I really like the 'Peter Blake' and aim to pick up one before long. My heart leans more towards auto but my head says that the 2264 might be the wiser choice. Am I right to think this? – would welcome other's experience and views.
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Continue readingSimon Freese
Hi OF
Looking for some help is Simon Freese still in Business the reason for asking I have been trying to get in touch with him for a week now by phone and email without much success .
thanks
Continue readingMy first one
Hi everyone. I’m new to this and about to buy my first vintage omega. I read a lot about fakes and generally non original watches etc. I was wondering if any of you have any opinions on this watch? Many thanks in advance. Neil
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