Comments:
Back from service, looking like new! The old strap was basically completely worn down and had cracks on the underside, Omega offered me a replacement for $450(!) and I said no. I decided to try out a third party strap with red stitching to match the red markers on the dial. Think I'm liking it for now.
Even after looking at this dial for close to 10 years, I still find it very attractive and unique.
Finely finished movement, considering it's mostly done by machines. Quite surprised by the 100M water resistance, considering no screw down case back nor screw down crown.
Interesting 'feature' of this watch is that the side is actually see through sapphire crystal, although the view of what's inside is actually rather uninteresting.
Even the buckle was refinished, looks like they did a decent job not flattening out the Omega logo. Here I have to say the Omega deployant clasp is one of the best I've worn, very comfortable and secure, and really easy to put on and take off. No friction on the metal parts and also just tucks the strap underneath helping with the longevity of the strap.
If I have to nitpick, then there's 2 things:
Omega DeVille Hour Vision back from first service!
This is my first time sending my watch in for a service at local Omega boutique after ownership of close to 10 years, and wasn't really sure what to expect as I've heard some horror stories online. Glad when I picked up the watch, it is looking close to brand new, Swatch service of Canada did a fine job! Right before I sent it in, this watch was still running at about +4 seconds a day, quite impressive, I guess the coaxial escapement is a contributing factor here. The only small-ish issue this watch I had was somewhere around the 6 year mark the quick hour advance mechanism broke, making date adjustment almost impossible. For a few years I wore this watch basically just disregarding the date. Glad it's working again!
This was a graduation gift from my father so it means a lot to me, and seeing it back in perfect running condition makes me very happy=)
Back from service, looking like new! The old strap was basically completely worn down and had cracks on the underside, Omega offered me a replacement for $450(!) and I said no. I decided to try out a third party strap with red stitching to match the red markers on the dial. Think I'm liking it for now.
Even after looking at this dial for close to 10 years, I still find it very attractive and unique.
Finely finished movement, considering it's mostly done by machines. Quite surprised by the 100M water resistance, considering no screw down case back nor screw down crown.
Interesting 'feature' of this watch is that the side is actually see through sapphire crystal, although the view of what's inside is actually rather uninteresting.
Even the buckle was refinished, looks like they did a decent job not flattening out the Omega logo. Here I have to say the Omega deployant clasp is one of the best I've worn, very comfortable and secure, and really easy to put on and take off. No friction on the metal parts and also just tucks the strap underneath helping with the longevity of the strap.
If I have to nitpick, then there's 2 things:
1) There's a small dust particle left on the date window
2) The polishing slightly softened the lines on the case. The transition from brushed to polished is not crisp like original factory finish, and I do see slight bleeding of brushed finish onto the polished finish.
Overall I'm very satisfied with the service, and Omega really charges a very reasonable price for their service, considering it covers polishing. And the customer service at the Omega boutique is outstanding!=)
Also got to try on this awesome piece before I left:
Just surprised by how small it wears for a 44mm+ watch=O
Dear Kevin, you own a very nice Omega and I understood, thanks to your story, how much this watch is important for you
You took the right decision about a full service as, after 10 years, your timepiece needed, at least, new oils. Now, it is ok for the next 7 to 10 years.
Regarding the little dust, if you know a good watchmaker around you, he could help you as it is just a little problem that he could quickly solved.
About the polishing of your timepiece, unfortunately you cannot go back. Next time you will send it for a new service, just indicate that you don't want a polishing.
I wish you to keep it for a long time.
Best wishes
Alkiro
Regarding the little dust, if you know a good watchmaker around you, he could help you as it is just a little problem that he could quickly solved.
About the polishing of your timepiece, unfortunately you cannot go back. Next time you will send it for a new service, just indicate that you don't want a polishing.
I wish you to keep it for a long time.
Best wishes
Alkiro
Thank you Alkiro!
I wasn't really sure to expect for polishing so I thought I might give it a try. Probably wont do it again for future watches though! I'm glad the softening of the lines is just very slight.
This piece is definitely a keeper=)
This piece is definitely a keeper=)
A keeper? Absolutely!!!
Regarding the polishing, just keep in mind that the more angles your watch has (Royal Oak for instance), the more difficult will be the polishing.
Of course, it's always possible to polish a watch (but it depends on the precision of the watchmaker) if it's in a disastrous state. But if you can keep it in its original state don't hesitate.
Finally, a lady is always more beautiful with slight wrinkles ;-)
Best wishes
Alkiro
Of course, it's always possible to polish a watch (but it depends on the precision of the watchmaker) if it's in a disastrous state. But if you can keep it in its original state don't hesitate.
Finally, a lady is always more beautiful with slight wrinkles ;-)
Best wishes
Alkiro
"dust particle on the dial" is a classic problem after service
but a minor one. as you are saying. Well done on the strap: looking very good and less money spent! As Alkiro1 mentioned before: do not let polish unless really, really necessary. Best Moritz
Thank you for the kind words, Moritz!
Glad you like the strap combo, was a little hesitant but I think it worked out quite well.
I guess the only way to get factory finish polishing is sending the watch back to Switzerland. I've heard some great stories about how IWC is able to restore cases to like new condition.
I guess the only way to get factory finish polishing is sending the watch back to Switzerland. I've heard some great stories about how IWC is able to restore cases to like new condition.
You bet!
That's how I developed into this hobby=P
He has a Rolex Datejust that is 40+ years old, I should photograph it some time!
He has a Rolex Datejust that is 40+ years old, I should photograph it some time!