Hello from sunny Manchester

unclealec
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Hello everybody
I have the immense good fortune to live in sunny Manchester-by-the-Ditch, in north west England.
I have been advised to sign up in order to ascertain how to work a recent (non-Omega) watch, but as I have a few Omega oddities I was happy to comply.
The curiousest is this early 1900s huge (by the standards of the day) supposed Omega wristwatch. It has no visible serial no. which makes me suspicious that it is a bitsa, not that I would be upset if it were, as I love the patina and vintage appeal.

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The movement:

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I would love to hear from the experts as to the likely veracity of this.
I have a few other Omegas of various vintages, ranging from a nicely-aged Speedmaster Pro (but not the uber-desirably earlyness), a 2254.50, Mk II Speedmaster Racing from the 1970s, Sadly the Speedsonic in the photo has just gone to help offset the cost of my current headscratcher, of which more in a more appropriate place.
My non-horological interests are Riley cars, fly fishing, CAMRA, and exploring the British Isles.
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unclealec
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B billythekid
it looks like a pocket watch movement

Yes, that is what I have been told. Also that it is very unusual not to see a serial no. but that it could possibly be under the dial. I think I will invest in a forensic service/repair, and wonder if anyone is known to specialise in this sort of work.
Don't forget, you can give me both barrels, I won't be offended, I love the appearance and tbh it didn't cost me a fortune.
 
davidswiss
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Welcome to the forum. Like the watches and is that your riley in the avatar ?
 
unclealec
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Thanks davidswiss and others. That is indeed one of my Rileys in the avatar. I always seem to be preparing the next one!
 
Edwinowl
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Welcome bro.
Certainly looks a pocket watch movement , balance bridge looks as if could be replacement..
Nice to see pics of the case but anyhow I really like it. Unusual.
 
unclealec
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Thanks Edwinowl.
Here are a few more photos:
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No serial number which is odd. The consensus is that it utilises an Omega pocket watch movement dating from around 1915. The maker of the case is unknown; "Omega- Swiss Made- Fabrication Suisse" appears on the inside of the caseback.
As I said before, I am an enthusiast rather than an expert. I love this watch for its patina, size, and age. It would not surprise me at all to find that it is a bitsa of the first order, and my love would not be diminished if I did. You really do have to see it in the flesh to appreciate its presence.
 
unclealec
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unclealec unclealec
Thanks Edwinowl.
Here are a few more photos:
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No serial number which is odd. The consensus is that it utilises an Omega pocket watch movement dating from around 1915. The maker of the case is unknown; "Omega- Swiss Made- Fabrication Suisse" appears on the inside of the caseback.
As I said before, I am an enthusiast rather than an expert. I love this watch for its patina, size, and age. It would not surprise me at all to find that it is a bitsa of the first order, and my love would not be diminished if I did. You really do have to see it in the flesh to appreciate its presence.
 
unclealec
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Trying to improve my imaging skills. here is a slightly clearer photo of the obverse side, taken in the light of my laptop screen.
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ConElPueblo
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The case is a newly produced item, made to house pocket watch movements. You can find them for sale on eBay and on some wholesale sites too.
 
unclealec
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That would explain a lot. Any chance of a link? My searching has not found anything.
It appears to be silver plated, and has acquired a fine patina, which makes me think that the cases have been available for some considerable time.
I know that patina can be newly applied; you should see my car spraying results!
 
unclealec
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I think that this "hello " post is going a bit off-topic; I will start a new post in a more appropriate place.
 
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ConElPueblo ConElPueblo
Sure, here is one: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/New-47mm-Sta...5959629?hash=item33d3c0cb4d:g:HmAAAOSwWxNYuaB~

There are numerous variant.
Many thanks. These stainless cases were all I could find. I wonder if the case used for mine is a pre-war version? It appears to be silver plate on some sort of brass/nickel alloy, but that is just my best guess based on my experience of alloys used in vintage car parts. Also it has fixed bars.
I have started a thread in the Vintage Omegas section, with more pictures.
Keep the suggestions coming folks.
 
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