Where do you find the serial number on an Omega?
The general rule is that Omegas have all the relevant markings on the inner side of the case back. These should include a reference or serial number, the Omega stamp in a triangular frame, and the case material. Sometimes, and that usually applies to the 1950s and 1960s pieces, you can also find some info about the manufacturer of the case.
What happens when the rotor on an Omega wears out?
The one thing that’s known to go wrong with these movements is the axle of the rotor. When it wears out, the rotor will start rubbing against the bridge on which it sits (upper bridge for automatic device), and against the case back. The edge on the rotor will have a noticeable loss of plating. So will the upper bridge, most likely.
How can you tell if you are buying a genuine Omega watch?
You can be sure you are buying a genuine OMEGA watch if you follow these steps: Buy an OMEGA watch only from authorized OMEGA retailers who will give you the credit-card size warranty, duly completed with the 8-digit serial number, the watch reference, the purchase date and the retailer’s full name and address.
Is the calibre number on an OMEGA movement under balance?
If you ask the seller for pictures of the movement, and you get a response like “I can’t” or “I don’t have the tools” or just a plain “no,” it’s best to skip that one. Omega movements, from the 1930s and 1940s, usually have the calibre number under the balance.
Where do you find the case number on an Omega watch?
Omega Watch Movement Parts Are Ordered By Caliber Number. Case numbers are used to select all case parts (bezel, crown, crystals, dial, gaskets, bracelets). The case number is located inside the back case, once you opened and removed the case back. We have no information by model name or date.
Where are the movement parts on an Omega watch?
Omega Watch Movement Parts Are Ordered By Caliber Number. Case numbers are used to select all case parts (bezel, crown, crystals, dial, gaskets, bracelets). The case number is located inside the back case, once you opened and removed the case back. Full instructions for Omega Click Here We have no information by model name or date.
Are there any defects in the Omega product?
Omega products are free of all defects from workmanship and quality. If you receive an Omega product and spot a defect in workmanship or quality during your opening and inspecting the shipment return the item at once for exchange for like product which will be free of all defects in workmanship or quality, which means standard Omega quality.
Where do Omega SA sell their spare parts?
Historically, and even to this day, Omega SA in Bienne has sold spare parts using a network of agents inside and outside of Switzerland. However, the Swatch Group has announced that at the end of 2015 they will stop all worldwide distribution of parts all Distributors of Parts.