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Can I fit a Sapphire Crystal to my Vintage Omega?
The plastic or glass cover on a watch face is known as the crystal and it's designed to protect the dial. There are usually one of three types; Acrylic, Mineral and Sapphire. Acrylic crystals are a form of see through plastic or perspex, and there appears to be a misconception that a watch with an […]
How to Date Your Omega Watch
One of the questions that frequently gets asked is what is how can I date my Omega watch. Omega watches carry a serial number which is stamped on the movement for vintage models up (up to around 1980) or etched on the outside of the case for later models. For vintage models this is translates […]
A Guide to Omega Vintage Watch Reference Codes
Omega replaced their existing 5digit case reference code system in the early 1960s with a new one which was used to identify their various case designs. The code is in the format XXX.XXX(X) and the 3 digit prefix denotes details about the case design, whether it's a gents/ ladies, waterproof or not and the type […]