Vintage manual wind omega stuck

[sor@mail.technion.ac.il]

HI all.

I just optimistically picked up what seems like a vintage omega.

currently it doesn't run and I wish to open it up and try to get it straight.

I have tinkered with the newer ETA's for things like resetting the keyless.

But with this watch I can even get to the movement! (after i remove the case with a case knife..)

does any one here have experience with these kind of watches?

thanks

Sor

[PhilFree]

I can't see the pics on my phone, but are sure the movement isn't reached by removing the dial and crystal?

[sor@mail.technion.ac.il]

I have removed the crystal but haven't seen a way to pop out the dial with the stem in place.

I have considered removing the hands and then hoping to slide of the dial but hoped to get some feedback from some one who has already done it before i go and do some thing ill regret..

[Justasgood]

If it is a top loader(through the crystal removal) the stem would be a split stem. You need to pull the stem out to let the movement and dial pass through the top.

[PhilFree]

I believe the stem on that watch is male/female but I am not 100%.

[sor@mail.technion.ac.il]

thanks.

It really is a split pin.

I managed prying it out. and then removing the movement with a little bending of the holder..

and was pleasantly surprised to find what looks like an authentic movement.

attached are some low res pics from my phone. I apologize for the low quality.

i did some delicate cleaning around and removed all the pieces of gunk i found (basically some dust with old oil and) and the movement came back to life.

through the loupe I cannot see any other problems and I am not familiar with the movement so I will let it run out and do a full wind.

I hope I can settle for this until I read more on this specific movement.

Thanks for the help.

Sor

[PhilFree]

Before putting the watch into rotation I would have it fully serviced. The movement looks like it is in excellent condition overall. You can't beat the value of the old Omega's for the price these days.

[sor@mail.technion.ac.il]

I am kind of debating it in my head right now.

1. I have never serviced a movement.

2. I can't find detailed specs or manuals for this one- omega 610.

3.I really want to deal with the watch on my own.

this wasn't such a problem when I took apart the seiko

7S26, or ETA's which are well documented. for general knowledge I do have the "Handbook of watch and clock repairs.. but usually I manage to understand what I did wrong just after the fact

any suggestions?

[PhilFree]

I wouldn't suggest practicing on this watch. I would bring it to a trusted watch maker. Perhaps buy a cheap movement and practice with that? It's a beautiful watch and a decent movement from Omega. It would be horrible to break or lose a part and not be able to wear the watch.

[sor@mail.technion.ac.il]

So True.

for the time being its running well, It must have been pretty wound up when it stuck.

I'll search for a proper watch smith around.

Just one quick question: Do i have to just push the crown firmly in when to replace it ?

[PhilFree]

So True.

for the time being its running well, It must have been pretty wound up when it stuck.

I'll search for a proper watch smith around.

Just one quick question: Do i have to just push the crown firmly in when to replace it ?

Push the crown in and turn. You should hear a faint click. Don't force it too hard.

[stratct]

thanks.

It really is a split pin.

I managed prying it out. and then removing the movement with a little bending of the holder..

and was pleasantly surprised to find what looks like an authentic movement.

attached are some low res pics from my phone. I apologize for the low quality.

i did some delicate cleaning around and removed all the pieces of gunk i found (basically some dust with old oil and) and the movement came back to life.

through the loupe I cannot see any other problems and I am not familiar with the movement so I will let it run out and do a full wind.

I hope I can settle for this until I read more on this specific movement.

Thanks for the help.

Sor

An easier way to remove the movement without bending the retainer is when you split the crown, take a needle or small screwdriver and push the stem back in place. The movement should fall out. My Benrus is a top loader.

[stiff muckler]

Ja, da Stratocaster on da darkside!

Hey Strat, have you picked out da Tux yet?

sm iiH!

Edited March 31, 2012 by stiff muckler

[stratct]

Ja, da Stratocaster on da darkside!

Hey Strat, have you picked out da Tux yet?

sm iiH!

Yes

[stiff muckler]

Ha ha. Strat's going to da prom!

sm iiH!