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Omega Plo Prof.
The vintage.
It is the third time I have a crown issue with this one. Last chance for it, and, if it doesn't get better, it will go out of my collection.
So sad, because I do like it a lot!
Best,
Nicolas
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Omega Plo Prof.
The vintage. It is the third time I have a crown issue with this one. Last chance for it, and, if it doesn't get better, it will go out of my collection. So sad, because I do like it a lot! Best, Nicolas ...
It is a very common issue I just recently had the same. I have the watchmaker in the UK if you don't have one.
It is not all watchmakers that can handle it. Maybe the old guys in Marseille. ...
That is strict for a ProPlof
You are strict to your Omega, Nico. But i know what you mean.
What a beautiful looking Vintage Omega PloProf.
Hopefully the 3rd time is a charm as it really would be a shame to lose such a beauty due to what really should be an easy fix. Marc
Supercool watch.
Iām going to embarrass myself here and ask what the red button is for?
What a shame you are experiencing this problem for third time dear Nicolas. The beautiful old sea beast deserves to be in your collection but I understand you...
... with your disappointment. I wish this third time will be solved definitively and you`ll be able to keep it and enjoying it so much. Abrazos amigo mio! Abel
I've parted with one of my vintage Omegas for essentially . . .
. . . the same reason, Nicolas. Couldn't get it to run properly after extensive efforts and expense, nor was the case correctly finished. After spending more time and effort than it was worth I let it go without regret. There will always be another. Knowi...