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vintage Omega Seamaster 14755-61

Hi guys,

This is a watch I've been looking for for a LONG time!

I started with vintage Omega with a fake Omega 300, probably a Vietnam fake, before I knew anything about vintage. Luckily, I got my money back, as the seller didn't know either.

At that point, I think I bought a fake Tudor sub, with the snowflake hands. Never got my money back on that one, but it was satisfying to smash with a hammer...

So as collecting progressed throughout the years, a few Omega Seamaster 300 models passed through my hands, but never the 14755 model, which I really loved. I loved the dial, the bezel (where you can really see the influence on the PO), and just about the entire vintage appeal of the watch. When I could find that model, it was out of my price range, or went fast to someone else. So I waited, and watched as these models seemingly disappeared from the market.

Luckily, I was watching this one for sale:



It was in rough condition, but it was all there. Also, the price didn't go through the roof, so I could afford it. I still spent more than I wanted to, but I thought that in my experience and luck, I'd probably not see another for quite some time.

The bezel on these models is a problem. Most of them are like mine, in which the numbers have worn off, as they are infamously fragile. Omega has long ago stopped supplying these replacements, and I have searched for a while to find the person that correctly restores them:



It is not an inexpensive process, but one I think is worthwhile. Also, it is the only option for a correctly restored bezel!

Finding someone I trust to do the service work on the watch has not been easy. Most of the good people out there are also just about overwhelmed with work, and thus have a long turnover period. I have been lucky to find someone, albeit in Canada (I'm in the US) that is just that type of watchmaker that you want working on your treasures-Al from Archer Watches. He's one of those people that you can see really cares about the work he's doing, and takes his time to do it right. One other thing that is a nice surprise is that he takes pictures of each step, explaining what he's doing, and why he's doing it. I really appreciate the work he does, and the watch is with him right now, getting a full service, new gaskets/crown/crystal, and should be home soon.

I will post pictures of the finished product. It's been a labor of love to find the watch in the first place, but that's really why we're all here anyway, isn't it?

Best,

Chris

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