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Blomman Mr Blue shares his latest acquisition, an Omega powered by the manual-wind Caliber 284, marking his second step into collecting the brand. This post highlights the excitement of discovering vintage Omega pieces that resonate with a collector's specific interests, moving beyond more common references like the 'lollipop' or 'seahorse' models. His enthusiasm for the manual movement and the hunt for technical documentation offers a glimpse into the dedicated world of vintage watch appreciation.
Hello Omega fans,
I am back taking my second step into the brand!
This time there is no lollipop… Not even a seahorse…
Again a manual movement – Cal 284
I don’t have the technical guide for the Cal 284, but I do have the Cal 286.
If I am not miss informed this watch was originally released with the Cal 284 and later on using the Cal 285 and Cal 286.
So I hope you don’t mind as both the 285 and 286 are evolutions coming from the Cal 284.
Well, the Cal 269 is just a bonus…
As it was presented in the same guide…
Here it is; the Cal 286. Manual…
17 Jewels…
And oiling, not to forget – important to keep the movement lubricated!
As mentioned – no lollipop, not even a seahorse!
A common problem with these watches is the thick soft iron dial.
It rusts… This leaves us with uneven patina.
But who can resist a tainted lady like this?!
Not me!
The dial wears stains of rust…
The plexi and metal ring that holding the plexi are replaced…
The rest I believe to be original.
Big arrow hour-, dauphin minute- and straight second hand…
I think you have guessed it by now – CK2914-1
Well, since I didn’t have the correct Technical guide – please let me treat you with some waterproof testing apparatus from 1961.
How to use…
And test…
And if you want to go deeper – the SM300!
Well, I will not test mine – but it makes a nice photo!
Step one and step two – side by side…
Very similar, but still so different!
My second step into the magic world of Vintage Omega.
Hope you enjoyed.
Best
Blomman
The Omega Nautilus reference CK2998 is a specific model within the Omega lineup. This reference is identified by its unique alphanumeric designation.
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. . . you've got an absolute gem on your hands, blomman. A Railmaster is the watch to have. More than slightly envious, Art
Omega, “Shark dials” ala DSA, Antimegnetic, … Like a Kinderegg – three in one! Thank you, Art! Best Blomman – very delighted
very nice to me and it seems to me that you do your homework all the time Oliver
When you are on a tight budget, but still want to move forward… To do your homework properly is essential! Thank you, Oliver! Best Blomman
Now the third step will be more complicated... CK 2913: Done. CK 2914: Done. CK 2915??? Congratulations, my friend. I envy you! Best, Nicolas.
Yes, that will be much more complicated! Still trying to read up on that one… But still not even sure that what I want right now. You know – me being the Mr. NO-chronograph guy and all… Thank you, Nicolas! Hope you will find yours soon, my friend! Best Blomman
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