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mjclark32 · 14 March 2015, 10:16 PM

Good morning All
Went up to my parents due to an extremely unfortunate death in our family. While at my parents for dinner my dad gave this 1961 (?) Omega Seamaster. It originally belonged to his grandfather. As you can see it was for 40 years of service at his company. It runs, not sure how well it keeps time yet. But, I'd like to get it restored as well as possible while keeping it original. I have zero motivation to ever sell it, even if it was worth a lot (quick google search says it's not worth much anyway)
Any help on exact model or whom may do work on vintage Omegas is appreciated. Thanks

Hard to see, but on the back it says:
Presented to J.C. Wright in recognition of 40 years of service. The white motor company 1961.
Also says waterproof and Seamaster

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Robert Cross · 15 March 2015, 12:17 AM

What a GREAT find, keeping the memories alive.

I'm a firm believer....."their only original once"

I wouldn't restore....it looks as though it will clean up real well. I would have complete service done. The watchmaker can sonic clean and wipe down well...NO polish.

I have no recommendations for a watchmaker in your area...

If I were you I would contact Rikki here on TRF, get his input.

Best of luck.....

Bob

kyle L · 15 March 2015, 02:56 AM

Should be model 2846 and most likely from the late 50s although presented in 1961. The dial has unfortunately been redone and the crown replaced but it is a great family piece!

mjclark32 · 15 March 2015, 09:42 PM

Thanks guys. I'll reach out to Rikki and see what he can do

have a great Sunday

Presa canary · 15 March 2015, 10:10 PM

I see you're right in radnor. Check out whittle's in Wayne. He's local, and good....

mjclark32 · 15 March 2015, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Presa canary

I see you're right in radnor. Check out whittle's in Wayne. He's local, and good....

Will do, thanks

Widows Son · 20 March 2015, 09:16 AM

Clark, I can recommend Mark from www.watchdoctorpa@gmail.com. He just completed the sixth vintage watch for me. He does alot of vintage Omegas. His site explains everything including pricing. He is also fantastic in keeping in touch. I'm sending him 5 more watches tomorrow. All vintage, a Tissot, a Bulova, a Benrus, a Longines, and an Omega from 1965. PM me with and other questions.

14 March 2015, 10:16 PM	#1
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	1961 seamaster help Good morning All Went up to my parents due to an extremely unfortunate death in our family. While at my parents for dinner my dad gave this 1961 (?) Omega Seamaster. It originally belonged to his grandfather. As you can see it was for 40 years of service at his company. It runs, not sure how well it keeps time yet. But, I'd like to get it restored as well as possible while keeping it original. I have zero motivation to ever sell it, even if it was worth a lot (quick google search says it's not worth much anyway) Any help on exact model or whom may do work on vintage Omegas is appreciated. Thanks Hard to see, but on the back it says: Presented to J.C. Wright in recognition of 40 years of service. The white motor company 1961. Also says waterproof and Seamaster Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

15 March 2015, 12:17 AM	#2
Robert Cross Banned Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Bob Location: WNY Watch: ..the Pretty Girls Posts: 313	Sorry for your loss... What a GREAT find, keeping the memories alive. I'm a firm believer....."their only original once" I wouldn't restore....it looks as though it will clean up real well. I would have complete service done. The watchmaker can sonic clean and wipe down well...NO polish. I have no recommendations for a watchmaker in your area... If I were you I would contact Rikki here on TRF, get his input. Best of luck..... Bob

15 March 2015, 09:42 PM	#4
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Thanks guys. I'll reach out to Rikki and see what he can do have a great Sunday __________________

15 March 2015, 02:56 AM	#3
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	Should be model 2846 and most likely from the late 50s although presented in 1961. The dial has unfortunately been redone and the crown replaced but it is a great family piece!

15 March 2015, 10:10 PM	#5
Presa canary "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Justin Location: Pa Watch: Explorer ii Posts: 3,151	I see you're right in radnor. Check out whittle's in Wayne. He's local, and good....

20 March 2015, 09:16 AM	#7
Widows Son "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson Ohio Posts: 3,555	Clark, I can recommend Mark from www.watchdoctorpa@gmail.com. He just completed the sixth vintage watch for me. He does alot of vintage Omegas. His site explains everything including pricing. He is also fantastic in keeping in touch. I'm sending him 5 more watches tomorrow. All vintage, a Tissot, a Bulova, a Benrus, a Longines, and an Omega from 1965. PM me with and other questions.

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