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I had the opportunity of photographing a rather large collection of vintage Omegas . . .

. . . two weeks ago which included three ref 2471s As I've mentioned at least a few times in the past, cal 381 references [2471, 2606, 2486, and 3944] are the most difficult vintage Omegas to collect as there were several dial and hand variations, on top
3Y
By: Cozmopak
12
Cozmopak
1179

Omega Ref 2606-3

Circa 1949
3Y
By: Cozmopak
7
Cozmopak
675

I believe the essential differences between 2606 . . .

. . . and 2471 / 2473 were evident in lug design. All were 35 mm, distinguished by differing lug flair. I've never owned a Cosmic, partly because calendar complications aren't personally compelling, but also because it seems to be the most difficult sub-t
4Y
By: Cozmopak
16
Cozmopak
1122

Reference 2486, along with 2471, 2606, and 3944, showcased Omega's cal 381 triple-date moonphase movement . . .

. . . from the late '40s thru mid-'50s. These were designed and manufactured in-house, unrelated to other similar movements common at the time. Not my cup of tea; Andrew D was a fan, though. They're difficult to collect as so many have been re-dialed. Why
5Y
By: Dr No
12
amanico
1770