Omega

. . . by an Omega specialist watchmaker, and I miss them both. [ Ca '46 Ω ref 2365] Just found this pic in my files, and thought to share it with our community. Handsome devil, he is ;-) . . . ...  

I love the font as well. I think you used to have on a grey strap?

. . . that brings it into the black range. I did get an authentic Omega buckle to replace the inauthentic one previously fitted, though. Details count. ;-)

Is it the type with the omega sign protruding from the buckle? This dial.... if you ever get tired of it, You will know where to find me It is really beautiful watch without any nonsense. Did mention that I am a sucker for central seconds...

. . . and I'll take higher-resolution pics tomorrow with a macro lens for your viewing pleasure. As far as parting with it goes . . . well, you've seen my license plate, no? ...  

. . . in daylight. Better? ...  

That’s a good grey, new 👌

. . . 14 mm steel buckles for Omega chronometers are very hard to come by. Managed to find a correct 16 mm buckle for my ref 2366 chronometer which I'll photograph for you tomorrow. Best, Art

. . . from the '40s. HNY, Art ...  

. . . in your future, Nicolas. Wearing my ref 2366 today . . . . . . with new cayman shoes to inspire you. Art ...  

How many cm is around your wrist? (Apologies for being so indiscreet) it looks similar to mine in the shape. Happy new year dear friend Christian

. . . and order shorts - 100 mm x 80 mm - from my strapmaker.

I always need xl straps. 120+90 which lines up with the extra 3 cm.

Absolutely gorgeous in every way you look at it.👏

. . . a bit of a problem child. Technical issues with this one . . . the reason it's going to an Omega specialist is to hopefully iron them out. HNY, Art

Though I would probably first strap on once of his lovely flightmasters.

Hope it’s back on your wrist soon. Happy new year, Art!

. . . not. The watchmaker taking care of the ref 2365 has a waiting list a mile long - I was lucky he took my projects on. HNY, Art

Happy New Year, Art, I hope you have a great one! Really love this piece you shared.

directly at Omega? I heard often that Rolex is not doing a good job when it comes to repairing or servicing old watches - is Omega more customer-friendly in that aspect (just in case i really dont want to send it to an independent watchmaker) ? Thank you ... 

(assuming he is competent)

. . . they won't necessarily honor requests to maintain originality. They may polish a case or replace it, refinish a dial or replace it, replace hands even if they don't require changing. That's why I would rather not send vintage Omegas to their service... 

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Understand that the waiting is painful - one of my watches away for a service , estimate was 27 weeks. Hope once you have it back you can enjoy it for a long time. Cheers JML

. . . runs extremely well, so I've every confidence the two he has now will be in top form when they're done. Cordially, Art

In my opinion new watches just don’t feel the same on your wrist. Great Omega Art and I love the strap choice.

. . . when a cold one's popped open . . . . . . with a vintage bottle wrench. ...  

I thought that you were on a “soda” only diet 😮

. . . was based on experience. ...  

Keep up the good work 👌

. . . four years ago. Art ...  

One of the best competition based movements ever made.

It is very nice to have an original buckle in our straps. Not easy to find them here in my hunting grounds. I hope you will be reveiving watches back soon my dear friend! Best! Abel