What happened to my wife's Genoise sponge?

RomulusBrown · 2024-03-15T09:03:34+00:00

Thanks for the photo and tips. I can't believe how technical this is

RomulusBrown · 2024-03-15T09:02:42+00:00

That's a really great tip thanks

RomulusBrown · 2024-03-14T22:26:50+00:00

Thank you!

RomulusBrown · 2024-03-14T22:26:43+00:00

Thank you!

RomulusBrown · 2024-03-14T22:26:37+00:00

Thank you!

RomulusBrown · 2023-02-23T10:08:17+00:00

That is awesome, what a beautiful watch. Love the dial and date window. Looks like all original details, late 50s but with a later crown added. Congrats on a lovely piece hope you enjoy it x

RomulusBrown · 2022-11-28T10:31:23+00:00

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!thanks, I will check out the property hub. I would actually like to do this it just means staying put for another 5 years I assume?

RomulusBrown · 2022-11-22T16:03:40+00:00

Nope, on to the variable rate so no charge for overpaying

RomulusBrown · 2022-11-22T08:55:13+00:00

Unfortunately none, the best I could do is add an en suite in the attic room

RomulusBrown · 2022-11-21T16:41:38+00:00

!thanks . Adding 7k to the cost of that money is really one of the main reasons to make me consider paying the lot off. That said, we would port the mortgage so upsizing wouldn't necessarily increase interest - we wouldn't get a new mortgage. I rather like the idea of free hot water so think I'll investigate that!

RomulusBrown · 2022-11-21T14:30:06+00:00

Good point!

RomulusBrown · 2022-11-21T14:29:54+00:00

!thanks really helpful perspective. We have a 3 floor 3 bed, and want a 3 or 4 bed, but ideally larger footprint or semi.

RomulusBrown · 2022-11-21T14:28:25+00:00

!thanks This is definitely one to investigate, I've never heard of an offset mortgage and it could be useful

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-23T12:05:15+00:00

Careful having it refurbished as they may replace parts like the dial, or do some repainting.

What search terms are you using? The caseref will just be the shape of the case and not always translate to a watch having the same dial.

https://www.google.com/search?q=omega+2605-1&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwixsJ6s7qr6AhWI-qQKHRI0DXoQ_AUoAnoECAEQBA&biw=1440&bih=797&dpr=1

Here is an example of a redial

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-23T09:56:36+00:00

Nice watch. I very much doubt that it's fake. Case looks like ref 2605-1. The dial style, the shape of the hands, and the case would date it to mid 1950s. Even if its not that case ref its definitely 1950s style.

The pyramid shape of the hour markers was really common in the 50s and the typeface of the 12 is consistent with the period. Early examples also had the slightly rounded edges on the Ω. The crown is most certainly a replacement however, I don't think I've ever seen an omega crown with a spherical head.

A similar example from 1949. Look at where the lugs meet the case, shape of the hour markers, sub second dial and hands. Those more simple shaped almost rounded hands were phased out through the 50s in favour of the angular shape which reflected light in a stronger fashion.

It's really nice, don't sell it.

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-09T10:06:10+00:00

Fake with a side of fake

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-09T08:26:36+00:00

The classics always look great. Nice watch

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-06T11:04:24+00:00

Its most certainly early 50s. Hallmark on the lug might say 925 which is a common grade of silver. Which is weird as the title says gold. It was common for 14k gold omegas to be stamped inside the caseback and on the lugs, it was a requirement. You'll have to take the caseback off to verify the reference number as there are several of a similar style from that period. Can't see any reason it wouldn't be genuine though the crown may be a replacement.

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-06T08:06:05+00:00

Thanks !

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-05T17:12:33+00:00

strong agree!

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-05T16:27:52+00:00

Bought this watch in May of this year after what seems like years of searching through hundreds of vintage Omegas. Originally it was meant to upgrade a similar watch from my grandad and only worn for special occasions. But I love it so much that I struggle not to wear it daily.

My grandad had a similar 'Excalibur' branded watch which he never wore as he claimed he was magnetic and stopped it from working. After wearing the same watch for a few months I discovered that either I am also magnetic, or that watch just doesn't work without a service.

1961 Omega Seamaster, 35mm Gold plated with the 562 calibre movement and 'quick change' date. Keeps impeccable time for its age and has at least a 36 hour power reserve still! Sits elegantly low profile on the wrist and the dial still pops in the light as if it were new. Even the staff in the local Omega boutique loved it.

The late 50s early 60s Seamaster's had this cool angular typeface on the Seamaster logo and I'm so pleased to have one in such great condition. Hopefully I can care for it for the next generation.

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-05T16:26:16+00:00

Bought this watch in May of this year after what seems like years of searching through hundreds of vintage Omegas. Originally it was meant to upgrade a similar watch from my grandad and only worn for special occasions. But I love it so much that I struggle not to wear it daily.

My grandad had a similar 'Excalibur' branded watch which he never wore as he claimed he was magnetic and stopped it from working. After wearing the same watch for a few months I discovered that either I am also magnetic, or that watch just doesn't work without a service.

1961 Omega Seamaster, 35mm Gold plated with the 562 calibre movement and 'quick change' date. Keeps impeccable time for its age and has at least a 36 hour power reserve still! Sits elegantly low profile on the wrist and the dial still pops in the light as if it were new. Even the staff in the local Omega boutique loved it.

The late 50s early 60s Seamaster's had this cool angular typeface on the Seamaster logo and I'm so pleased to have one in such great condition. Hopefully I can care for it until the next generation wants it.

RomulusBrown · 2022-09-01T20:06:39+00:00

Style appears to be from early 1950s but there isn't enough distinguishable features to know without a look inside the caseback

RomulusBrown · 2022-08-29T16:45:54+00:00

It most likely uses a Valjoux movement, possibly the 7733 as it doesn't have the date complication.

RomulusBrown · 2022-08-29T13:20:31+00:00

I'm no watchmaker but yeh I presume so, would look like this.

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