Omega 1905 pocket watch project

[astonjenks]

Received the refinished dial today which looks simply beautiful sat in the new case. The Omega 1905 movement is being serviced/cleaned ready for putting back together and installed.

Those who know me a little know I like Big Watches and colorful straps, Orange, Purple and so on, so I thought a patent lizard strap in bright yellow, it could equally be black or brown alligator or similar for those who are more conservative!

 

Completed watch photos to follow in a week or two.

 

Regards

AJ

[B3nj4min3]

Another gorgeous watch there AJ. Has a bit of IWC Portuguese about it and I love that yellow lizard strap!

[astonjenks]

Thanks Ben

 

There's a few coming to the end of their build/transplant. They wear really well and even with some incredible watches over the years, these get the most attention ever and are unquestionably of historic importance.

 

AJ

[Manners]

Love this watch, where did you get the case set from and what does it measure?

Not so sure on the yellow strap but thats my personal taste, all in all a very nice project.

[astonjenks]

The cases I buy from a number of sources, this particular one cam from a chap in the USSR and measures 48mm to house a 43/44mm movement (size 16 in pocket watch terms). Did you see the one I posted in the Wrist Check section yesterday? I also have a conservative black strap Labrador (Omega) under Gen for sale.

 

AJ

[Manners]

The cases I buy from a number of sources, this particular one cam from a chap in the USSR and measures 48mm to house a 43/44mm movement (size 16 in pocket watch terms). Did you see the one I posted in the Wrist Check section yesterday? I also have a conservative black strap Labrador (Omega) under Gen for sale.

 

AJ

 

Wow astonjenks just seen the Labrador watch, what a fine piece. 50mm not sure if I could pull that off!!

 

Learn something new everyday reference the Labrador / Omega link, very interesting.

[astonjenks]

I have just measured her and she is actually 48mm, they sit and wear so well just like a 47mm PAM.

 

Photos attached

[B3nj4min3]

Awesome collection. Love those watches and thanks to your pictures I'm starting to want lizard/croc/snake-skin straps now!

Thanks Ben

There's a few coming to the end of their build/transplant. They wear really well and even with some incredible watches over the years, these get the most attention ever and are unquestionably of historic importance.

AJ

I completely agree that these have a certain appeal and uniqueness that is different from modern watches and as you mentioned, they have a very important place in watch history.

Wear them well my friend.

[astonjenks]

Thanks Ben

 

I have just listed the Glasshute and the Labrador (Omega) on the bay as it seems that genuine watches do not get such a following, understandable I guess, here on the Forum. I would be delighted to discuss/deal with fellow members of course and even consider some trades.

 

Best regards


AJ

[gran]

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[panerai153]

Beautiful watches. I'm not sure I could pull off the large size of the pocket watch size watches, but for those who can one of these would make a great addition to their collection.

 

Obviously, these watches do have a fair amount of appeal. From the listings on EBay, converting old pocket watches into wristwatches has become something of a cottage industry in Ukraine. Considering the fact that there are probably hundreds of thousands of old pocket watches lying around, I'm sure there is a good supply of movements available.

 

Keep up the good work, yours are outstanding.