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: According to Omega's site this watch does appear to exist. I.e. the
: case number was produced with the 269 movement, a white dial
: with stick hands and subseconds, and in a 20 micron gold plated
: flavour.
: I question the lack of an omega symbol on the crown, and the hour
: markers look strange. Also the case marked 1963 and the movement
: is from 1964. I would like opinions as to whether this is
: authentic or not before I purchase it. There is just too much to
: learn and I'm feeling paranoid!
- Other -
Gents' leather strap
Reference
ST 121.001
International collection
1964
Movement
Type: Manual winding (mechanical)
Caliber number: 269
Created in 1961
17 jewels
Functions
Subsecond
Case
Stainless steel
Case back
Press-in
Full metal
Dial
With facetted relief and "index" hands
Crystal
Hesalite
Bracelet
Leather
Water resistance
No (hermetic crown
More product information
Case : round (33,5 mm diameter)
For leather straps of 18 mm lug-size
International Collection : 1962-1964
Swiss retail price (1962) : CHF 120.-
Former ref. = CK 14713
Also available in 14K gold-plated (20 mic.) with SS case back under ref. MD or ME 121.001 (CHF 130.-).
JLM
First, the engine: the movement looks to be in good condition and the serial number is consistent with the age of the watch
Second, the case: cases are prepared and stored, so a case year dated before the watch's apparent date is nothing to be upset about.
Third, the face: the dial is likely refinished, but it looks to be a decent job. There were many variations of the dial, so one that doesn't match the photo in the Omega Vintage Database is not a particular concern.
Fourth, the crown: the crown is not appropriate, but crowns are a "replacement part". Replacing a crown is simple and relatively cheap.
At the right price, remember anything can be fixed.
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