New Omega bumper for me

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Hi Lee looks like a mid 1940s gold omega hand wind watch with a 30t2 movement. Excellent watch with a fantastic movement when serviced and running correctly can out perform many modern watches. Type omega 30t2 into google and see what you get. Many thanks Mark.
 
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Al, great post about a great revived watch. Thanks.
 
lexusislee
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Hi mark thank you so much, it work lovely I have a rolex sub and omega seamaster and it hold the same time as them, I have just got a new leather strap so I can wear it not to keen of the gold strap, would you advise getting serviced ??

Lee
 
Blacksmith
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Hi Lee its best to be on the safe side and service mechanical watches every 5 years. The oils used to lubricate the movement dry out over time, and premature wear can damage components.This can expensive and frustrating especially and older vintage watches when parts become unavailable.
 
lexusislee
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Well that's what I will do, just took the back off it looking really nice thank you
 
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anselmw
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Al, great post as usual. I always admire your work and am jealous of all your tools and skill. One day I want to get to a point where I can service my own watches but not sure I will ever have the time to ge the proper training and experience to do it properly.
 
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Awesome post Al! Hope you enjoy the watch for many years to come.
 
John R Smith
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Archer Archer
The clamp is no longer available, so I just found a case clamp here from an assortment I have that worked. The screw is an odd one because it is the specific screw that is supposed to be in that spot, but 3 minutes on the lathe solved that - if you don't have a lathe and need one cut down, let me know.

I think the correct screw is Omega 2145 (in packs of 5) and yes it is quite a small head. I have some in my stash of bumper parts and they do sometimes turn up on the 'Bay. Very nice job on this watch, Al, good to see you back in action 👍
 
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Al, you mention that you're not normally a bumper kind of a guy. What are your views about bumper-wind watches? Primitive? Inefficient? Less durable?

Just asking, as I've acquired my first of the type. I've avoided them but really never knew why.

For me it's 2 things:

1 - Parts availability - parts are not nearly as available for these as they are for say 55X and 56X movements. Condition is also a factor, and the bumper movements I tend to get in for service are usually not in great shape either functionally, aesthetically, or both. This one won't win any chronometer competitions, but despite the issues I noted above the plating is in very good shape and it's not all hacked up by previous (hack) watchmakers. Considering this one is from 1950/51 era, it's in great shape.

2 - General aesthetics of these watches - for Omegas I am more of a sport watch guy, so many of the watches people here drool over are not my interest personally. These all gold Constellation deluxe models might get some here excited, but they do nothing for me. This one has some things going for it that I like - simple case lugs and overall case design, an uncluttered dial with a nice texture, and not made of precious metal. So it appeals to me more than most would.

But still, it remains to be seen if this will stay with me or end up on the sales forum here where someone who will appreciate it more will get a chance to own it.

Cheers, Al
 
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ICONO ICONO
As always, Al, .....Your posts are meticulously interesting, informative, & superbly visually documented.

A testimony to your personal professionalism, & good humour.

I consistently appreciate your calm voice of common sense, thoughtful pragmatism, & generously given advice

Warmest best wishes for your continued good health, & kind regards to your family

Very kind of you thanks!
 
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Impondering Impondering
Great job as usual Archer. How's your ticker doing?

I am actually doing quite well from a heart perspective. The big issue right now is the arthritis I have, but working on getting a new medication soon, so hopefully that will help things a lot.

Thanks for asking.

Cheers, Al
 
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Al, (@Archer)

Great post

Would be interested in how you did this bit, especially how you held the screw and what cutter you used.

Cheers

Jim

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Archer
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Just used a collet of the right size for the thread OD, and cut the head with a carbide graver - hand held of course.

Pretty straightforward stuff with a watchmaker's lathe...if you need photos to illustrate, let me know.
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