Omega

I know there are some purists around here who share my attraction for these classic vintage beauties. Some of them even helped me in making my decision to buy this one: One of them, our moderator Art (aka Dr. No) asked me to present this watch to the Omeg...  

What a classic. And no I can't spot the logo on the crystal. But anyway, what a great find, with original box and papers. I love the photo that you took on a basket. Great background. Dean

of a monocoque Omega and whilst I like the looks, I have always avoided them for the simple reason that without the special tool, it is not possible to get to the movement. You've done well to find such a fine watch Cheers

but the watch and the whole package itself was just too tempting and nice, that I could not resist. Best anaesdoc

. . . on this latest acquisition, anaesdoc - it simply exudes 'Omega-ness'. You were most fortunate to find one in such good condition with impeccable provenance. Here's a preview of an Omega from the 2013 collection . . . . . . that would be a lineal des...  

After the trouble I had with a dubious Omega Chronometer some time ago I am really happy to have found this example of "impeccable provenance" as you put it very well. The 2013 Seamaster looks very nice and not as big as usual. Is it true or just an illus... 

. . . has a 41.5 mm case compared to the 43 mm case of the one I reviewed a few years ago, and Omega has also introduced an AT annual calendar in a 38.5 case size.

. . . leaves me to believe they're of identical heights, so the aspect ratio will be somewhat 'thicker' with the smaller case. I'll have a wrist shot or two posted next week.

This fine example of the most glorious days of horology? Beautiful and tempting. Congratulations, Nilo

"The glorious days of horology" - that´s exactly how I feel about these watches. I know I am a hopelessly nostalgic person :-)! Best regards anaesdoc

...and in great condition, congratulations! Wish I had the box and papers for mine...you certainly are lucky. I still haven't had a chance to have mine opened up either. Need to find a watchmaker with the right tool to satisfy my curiosity about the movem...  

as your watch keeps excellent so does mine. No urgent need to have it opened. Yours looks very well preserved, my congratulations! anaesdoc

i have 2 from 1964. a steel cased 560 calibre and the mythical 560 calibre 'kleerback'. if you ever tire of this beauty please give me first refusal. best Graham a couple of pics of the Kleerback ...  

i know, but many years down the line i will still be around :) best G On 20 Aug 2013 12:52, "www watchprosite" *Alert from:* www:watchprosite > *Posted By:* anaesdoc (registered) on August 20th, 2013 - 04:52 > > *Title: I will, Graham, but presently the p... 

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the 560's were mainly made for the US importer Norman Morris and is a 562 with 17 jewels instead of 24 that the 562 has. all due to the US import restrictions and charges for 'jewels'. most swiss made models have the 562, whilst the US models have the 560... 

Hello Graham, according to your information the cal. 562 is most probable as the watch was sold in Italy. Art presumed a cal. 560, but he will mainly see vintage Omegas that were sold in the US. I will remember you if I should get a sight of the movement ... 

Love these 60's dress watches... ONE FROM MY COLLECTION SAYING HELLO (Caiber 560) Best Hans ...