Omega Chronostop, 1969 Vintage, Mans Watch, ? 920, Rare, Overhauled, Guaranteed
Posted on March 24, 2024 | By admin
This Omega Chronostop from 1969 is not only a classic, it is a part of history. It is the only one button, two action timer that I know of. But most importantly it is typical Omega quality through and through. In excellent condition, presents beautifully in spite of the dial showing aging all around the edge. Movement is pristine, has been professionally overhauled/serviced and performs faultlessly. The bracelet is original, excellent condition and will fit up to about a 20 cm wrist. The watch is signed six times including the watermark. In the center of the glass (proved impossible to photograph). This watch is a must for the serious collector. Case number 146.009. This watch has been professionally and passionately overhauled and it confidently comes with a 90 day guarantee. Water resistance and accidental damage is not guaranteed. So I have started adding a photo of the movement, disassembled ready to go through the cleaning machine. Unfortunately, on this occasion, I forgot to take the photo. But, anyway, all old dried up lubricants, crud and anything else that shouldn’t be there is cleaned away. Then, it is reassembled, lubricated, adjustments made and regulated. About vintage mechanical watches. A vintage mechanical watch will not perform like a modern quartz (electronic) watch. Also, with age comes fragility and it may no longer be ideal as a daily wearer. It should be treated for what it is, something old, classical and special. Treat it as you would a vintage car – not ideal to use as a “daily driver”. Keep it in the condition at which you bought it and it will hold or, indeed, increase its value. Use it every day and it will go backwards. I finished my apprenticeship in 1973 having completed technical training at the RMIT, Melbourne. In the early 80s I went into retail (jewellery and watches). In the mid 90s I came to realise that the watches that once were common had become rare and I began to appreciate their beauty both aesthetically and mechanically. That’s when I started collecting classics.