sor@mail.technion.ac.il Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilFree Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 I can't see the pics on my phone, but are sure the movement isn't reached by removing the dial and crystal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sor@mail.technion.ac.il Posted March 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 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.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justasgood Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilFree Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 I believe the stem on that watch is male/female but I am not 100%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sor@mail.technion.ac.il Posted March 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilFree Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sor@mail.technion.ac.il Posted March 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 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? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilFree Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sor@mail.technion.ac.il Posted March 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 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 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilFree Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratct Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stiff muckler Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 (edited) Ja, da Stratocaster on da darkside! Hey Strat, have you picked out da Tux yet? sm iiH! Edited March 31, 2012 by stiff muckler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratct Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Ja, da Stratocaster on da darkside! Hey Strat, have you picked out da Tux yet? sm iiH! Yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stiff muckler Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Ha ha. Strat's going to da prom! sm iiH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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