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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 02:37 am |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS 
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When most of us think about Omega Grail Watches, the name Speedmaster 321 comes to mind. However, if you're an aficionado of the Seamaster then you're in for a real treat. Introduction: The year was 1952 when Omega first placed the script "Seamaster" on the dial. It was referenced as 2577-3SC which meant that the watch had a Center Second Hand, as opposed to Sub-Second. It was a 17 Jewel Bumper Wind Automatic with 19,800 bph. The other model was known as the Omega 420, a 17 Jewel hand wound watch with 18,000 bph. The main difference is that this watch had no Seamaster script and was referenced as the 2647-1. Prior to 1952 all Omega watches had either Omega or Omega Automatic,on the dial. By 1953 Omega had released the caliber 355, this too was a bumper wind automatic movement, the main difference was that it was a modified caliber 354 with the date at the six-o-clock position. This model was referenced as the 2627-8SC. In 1954,saw the birth of the Omega Constellation 354 this watch was known as the 2652-2SC. The 354 movement was modified to meet Chronometer Observatory requirements. From 1933-1957 Omega had won more Awards for Achieving the highest Chronometer Observatory Regulation for accuracy,then any other watch company. (The record still stands today,according to Omega). About My 1954 Omega 354 Seamaster Ref.2577-9SC: Reference 2577-9SC with 17 Jewel Bumper Wind Automatic Movement 19,800 bph with swan-neck regulator. The dial is a lacquered two-tone silver dial with Daphine Watch hands lined with applied arrow indices and Arabic Numbers at the 9-12-3 and 6 positions,are also applied. The Omega logo is applied with Omega Automatic script underneath the 12. The Seamaster script is stylized and is written slightly above the 6. At the bottom of the 6,it is marked with T-Swiss Made-T. With no patina showing anywhere on the dial. The watch is in original condition with no signs of aging. The crown is the clover-leaf design without the Omega emblem and the crystal is in mint condition. The watch originally came with an after market, thin gloss black crocodile grain leather strap with an after market silver buckle. I replaced it with an after market 18 mm mesh bracelet with the fold over clasp. Since Omega no longer make mesh bracelets for 354 Seamasters, I felt that by adding this bracelet it would give the watch a correct period look and feel. The watch is Stainless Steel with stainless steel mesh bracelet. Measurements: 35.5 mm with beefy lugs without the crown 40 mm in length 18 mm lugs Cheers, Simon Attachment: 1954 Omega 354 Seamaster ref.2577.jpg.jpg (Downloaded 112 times) Last edited on Tue Mar 16th, 2010 02:51 am by Simon_Leung |
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 02:55 am |
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bigrustypig 3T WIS 
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Looking good, Simon . Wear it in good health.
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 03:00 am |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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Most definitely Jeff,without a doubt that I would wear this watch in good health. Consider the length of time finding such a pristine vintage Omega and the price I had to pay... but that in itself is another story. Thank you. Cheers, Simon
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 03:44 am |
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deadlyapp 3T WIS 
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It's truly a gorgeous watch. The mesh really does it for me. Wear it well.
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 04:01 am |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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Thank you deadlyapp for the kind comments. Cheers, Simon
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 07:40 am |
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Nabco 3T WIS 
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Congrats Simon it looks great 
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 07:41 am |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Though a bit on the small side by today's standards, this looks to be an amazing find. The mesh really sets it off imho. Very nice Simon and do enjoy.
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 07:53 am |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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Thank you Nabco and Marc. However,the watch was known at the time as the Oversized Omega Seamaster Bumper. Cheers, Simon
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 10:17 am |
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Paladin 3T WIS 
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Great looking find Simon ! Congrats Buddy!
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 12:12 pm |
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stew77 Admin 
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Big Congrats Simon on finding this great piece (looks to be in absolutely fantastic shape).woohoo.gif Always like reading the detail you provide on these vintage pieces...always an education for me... Enjoy this piece!!!...looks fabulous on the mesh!!!
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 02:53 pm |
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Simon_Leung 3T WIS
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Thank you Paladin and Stew77 for your kind comments. Perhaps one day 3-T would have a vintage watch forum  .Cheers, Simon
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| Posted: Tue Mar 16th, 2010 03:10 pm |
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natevan70 3T WIS 
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Beautiful Simon! Looks like you really did your research too..nice to know the history behind a vintage
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