More than forty years have elapsed since the release of the Omega Geneve Dynamic first generation collection. With its 'space-age' lines and novel dial designs, the Dynamic I is fast becoming a collectible for those Omegas fans who don't wish to break the bank in pursuit of their hobbies.
The Dynamic established a number of firsts when it was released as well as pushing the boundaries of functionality and design. It was also powered by a family of Omega movements that to this day are regarded as some of the best production movements ever made.
Over time I have received countless emails from collectors either seeking information on these models or wishing to authenticate a Dynamic that had caught their eye. In following through on their requests, I encountered a couple of scams along the way as well as some hitherto unpublished information.
Click here for an essay on the origins of these icons of the later nineteen-sixties, the various designs and the authenticity checks to make prior to acquisition. Also included is a table of all known models.
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ReplyDeleteGood write up and very helpful . I just picked up my 1 st. Vintage Omega Dynamic caliber 752.
Congratulations!
DeleteThe day date version is very nice.
Regards
Desmond
Dial looks cleaner without day/date IMHO
DeleteHello guys,
ReplyDeleteI've just bought one Dynamic Omega, day date movement. I thought it was a 752 movement, 24 jewels, but when I opened it up, the movement is 750 with 17 jewels. It seems to be in good conditions, with no rust or services signal. My question is: is that 750 mov correct for Dynamic models also? Thank you!
Cheers!
Julio
Hmm, sounds iffy. What ois the case number and does the movement have OXG stamped on the main plate or train bridge?
DeleteGenerally, the table in the essay is accurate and there shouldnt be any deviations.
Cheers
Desmond
Just unboxed Grey face dynamic and laying in bottom of no ox was a fantastic surprise
ReplyDelete1975 purchase receipt and manual £30 including three straps!
Wow!
Now that is a find!
DeleteCongratulations.
Cheers
Desmond
hi is a grey face quite unusual as there dont seem to be many images around thanks
ReplyDeletegrey dials were a later feature. Probably not as many around as the earlier bullseye and plain dials
ReplyDeleteCheers
Desmond
Thanks Desmond
ReplyDeleteUnbelievably I have just unboxed a second grey that I bought in another local auction. Automatic with date and with copper insert around crystal
New addition needs new crown but they make a handsome couple
I know there were lots of faces during the Dynamic run but I wonder if there is a database that owners could post to?
Congratulations on your acquisitions.
DeleteI don't know of a database around, although I note that there are a few threads on Dynamics at OmegaForum's vintage forum.
Cheers
Desmond
Were the stingray cased dynamics not considered part of the dynamic Geneva range?
ReplyDeleteStingray cases were a later design and aren't considered Dynamics. They also had a personality problem in as much as branding appeared both as Geneve and occasions DeVille.
DeleteI have seen some dial swaps where a Dynamic dial has been placed into a stingray case, but they're aberrations and not to be taken seriously.
Really nice looking cases in that collection though.
Can you still buy replacement glass with the Omega logo etching?
ReplyDeleteShould it have the metal tension ring incorporated?
Many thanks
Hi Roger.
DeleteIf you know a watchmaker with a parts account with Omega, you may be able to secure a genuine part. The tension ring should come with the part I believe.
Try some of the parts houses mentioned on the RH column, however I must warn you that Omega stopped supplying all independent parts suppliers as part of an ill-advised move to operate a monopoly.
Cheers
Desmond
Hi Desmond
ReplyDeleteI've recently become the proud owner of a reverse bullseye Geneve dynamic. The text appears on based on the criteria outlined in your very useful post.
I realise dial options were considerable but I have yet to find another like this in the highly polished case. Would it be safe to assume the colour combo is one of the rarer examples, or is that just wishful thinking?
Many thanks
Leigh
Hi Leigh,
DeleteI am assuming your comment relates to the reverse of the blue bullseye configuration? If so, then I would say you have chanced upon a much less common dial version. Ive often seen them over the years.
If you want me to look at a pic to confirm my observation, there is an email clickthrough in the RH about me column
Cheers
Desmond
Hello Desmond,
ReplyDeleteJust a quick note to thank you for this fantastic site. I am interested in obtaining a Geneve Dymamic and your essay on these watches was incredibly helpful in preventing me from making a very expensive mistake. There are so many badly redone and outright fake watches out there!! Thanks, again! Regards, Chris V.
Hi Chris,
DeleteI'm so pleased that the resource on Dynamics has been helpful in your search and assessment of examples.
Doing your homework first is the right way to go about acquiring any vintage watch, and I hope you find an excellent example.
Cheers
Desmond
Hi the link to Desmond's article doesnt seem to be working?
ReplyDeleteYes, strange. It may have something to do with browser security settings. Mediafire is a secure host however, and what I did to overcome the issue was to copy the link, paste it into my browser, and it opened normally.
DeleteGive that a try, and let's know if you encounter any further problems.
Cheers
Desmond