Omega Seamaster (Quartz) repair. Replacing the Omega Movement!

[@matthewcoupeofficial]

Nice to see the second hand was hitting perfectly before the work and is now out.

[@LTTang]

I am actually happy that Omega use an ETA movement. Great video.

[@chucknorris-pw4jc]

this watch has been my daily beater for 14 years and I love it!thanks for explaining so well always wondered about the movement inside!

[@jonabitstream]

Maybe put the fancy pérlaged plates from the bad movement onto the new one?

[@ZacharyLagler]

Value of watch gone, always replace with Omega Genuine Parts/Movement. Omega did an upgrade to this movement to sort out the issues.

[@thestig007]

Just bought my first Omega Quartz on eBay, this video is going to help a lot if I need to fix anything on it LOL! Fingers crossed!! Thank you for the upload!

[@andrewseaspray6059]

Arrrgh, all that work but didn't bother to align the second hand properly with the markers, I'd hand it right back to him and demand he does it again and this time properly.

[@miketaylor8049]

One question ? Why didn’t you swap the jeweled coil cover and the other plates that are jeweled ? It would’ve only taken a minute or two... and you would’ve retained the value of the watch.

[@watchesandjewelry]

Customers choice

[@leestrada1]

Same base, although the finishing is way different. The Rhodium finish is excellent to protect from rust, and the pelage is beautiful.

[@chrisdaveclark]

Second hand out ?

[@desertsoldier41]

I did something similar to this. The PCB broke its battery terminal so I swapped a new ETA PCB over to the old Omega gear-train and coil cover.

[@npgatech7]

Errr...seconds hand is now misaligned.

[@mariosvalavanides6547]

Great video presentation. Thanks! I have the same watch and the same problem you described. Your video helped me decide how to manage the repair/replacement. What about change of gaskets, cleaning etc. That would be also interesting.

[@turbofan67]

Great vid, thanks. I've replaced the battery in my Seamaster 3 times in the 15 years that I've owned it, and it has run flawlessly. The last time I replaced the battery was 2 months ago, and yesterday it started giving me the low battery signal (skipping 4 seconds at a time). I hope it was just a dud battery, and not a problem with the movement.

[@watchesandjewelry]

If you get the low battery indication, 99% you have a bad battery. Normal symptoms of the watch going bad is that it will stop for a period of time and then start again.

[@turbofan67]

@@watchesandjewelry Thanks for your reply.

[@binkyboobosh1]

...probably a duff battery or dirty battery contacts which limits the current flow. Get a suitable repairer to clean the contacts, replace the battery and to check the circuit.

[@ilyamaximov]

Thanks bro!

[@myvideos2715]

I'll consider in changing the cal. 1333 on a Omega Constellation Chronometer quartz watch.

[@SuperFlatrock]

Amazing! The replacement movement is $130! It takes minutes to replace.

[@zillsburyy1]

i love my 2264.50.00 its always ready to go. is the original omega movement rhodium plated?

[@greggusan]

Very informative vid! Just wondering, does it matter what position the crown stem is in before removing it? Thanks.

[@rbmwiv]

I just swapped the movement in a Tag with a $32 eta. Huge price difference.

[@ToR-888]

reference please ?

[@rbmwiv]

@@ToR-888 from the factory it has a eta 955.112 factory so it’s not a big deal.

[@franksbr]

The date wheel on this watch is supposed to be black. Why is it white in your video?

[@OLOLAK_7777]

He's racist 🤣

[@zackp7354]

I have the same watch, it’s stopped working. Any chance I can mail it to you for the same treatment??

[@navidbadie7161]

Thanks for the video, I've got my answer out of the blue! Just want to ask what the difference is between these omega movements and OMEGA 4564, which is the newest quartz used in constellation 36mm quartz watches? Thank you

[@greggusan]

Oh, one more question: My SMP's second hand has lost all color in its tip. What paint kind of paint would you use restore it? Could it be done without removing the hands (my second hand currently hits all the marker beautifully - hate to screw that up)

[@etsmith176]

Could the date wheel (black in mine) have been used (transferred to new movement)?

[@etsmith176]

Yes

[@pauljohnson3686]

Please could you tell me which battery I need for the ladies 28mm omega seamaster 300 pro.. Its a very early 2000s model... Thanks

[@SuperFlatrock]

The electronic control module fails. Why not just replace it with the part from the ETA 255.563. You can buy it for $75. It is thermally compensated and improves the accuracy to 3 seconds per year.

[@RationalCreed]

How long do you think the movements are supported for. With this watch did omega just not provide a replacement when sending in for servicing?

[@johnjames2704]

Is there a quartz movement that would fit into a omega manual watch as parts are unobtainable

[@mikeford1555]

Fabulous video, thanks.

[@marcoregalado9952]

I have the same situation on an omega 1451, where can I find the ETA movement that matches my watch? Thanks

[@Thealienigloo]

Will this movement work as a replacement for 1538 B? I noticed on the OEM engraving of my Seamaster 300 1995 that there is a letter after 1538.

[@watchesandjewelry]

ETA 255.461

[@ogreking2175]

Is it possible to change the quartz movement in a Double Eagle perpetual…..setting the perpetual function drives me crazy.

[@dannyclayton6169]

Well done for one, doing a good job and two, not being ripped off, just because it says omega

[@dodgydruid]

Like the picture of the two candlesticks or faces, looking at the case of this lovely Seamaster as I was polishing my Bliger I thought hold on, the case on my Bliger is identical to this Seamaster so pausing and looking, pausing and looking and yep I never noticed it before that this Chinese watch had a direct rip off a Omega case and I only bought it as its jet black dial with fluorescent orange markers and bezel insert numbers (weird chameleon lume which turns yellow from orange, then green) and has the "broad arrow" on it and being sterile didn't have a stupid dingdongkongphooey name on it either lol Weird too that my Planet Ocean homage its case looks somewhat different but I'm giving it as an Xmas present to a daughters boyfriend who I despise :P

[@kyle_vr]

Where do you source a new ETA 255.461 (or 255.462) movement from?

[@watchesandjewelry]

Trade supplier. Casker or esslinger

[@kyle_vr]

@@watchesandjewelry Thank you. And, what is the difference between the 255.461 and 255.462?

[@watchesandjewelry]

It is a newer version. ETA updates their watches frequently. In addition, they usually produce two versions. One in breads. The other in steel.

[@kyle_vr]

@@watchesandjewelry Assuming the 462 is better then?

[@watchesandjewelry]

Equal to. At least

[@markiangooley]

I was all “take the battery out first!” but that worked out just fine anyway.

[@fw1421]

What is the difference in price between the ETA and Omega moments? Doesn’t using a non omega movement diminish the value of the watch?

[@watchesandjewelry]

Wholesale prices vary. But about a 40% premium for omega version. Yes, it will reduce the value by about 20% over all for serious collectors. No value depreciation on average buyers

[@CaptainKA320]

Hi, I have had the same problems with mine. I am aware that Omega used ETA movements in some of their watches, however, I wondered where I can purchase one? Can you get them from the manufacture or do they have distributors? I live in the UK. Thanks, and great video.

[@watchesandjewelry]

Esslinger.com or search for watch parts supplier in UK or EU

[@ShumonB]

I’ve been hunting too as I was sold a fake. I knew it was face so I’m looking for an ETA movement and a dial maybe.

[@rafap.3393]

Great video, thanks! One question, is it possible to replace the Quartz movement by the automátic omega movement? Including the dial, replace the whole set. Thanks!

[@watchesandjewelry]

The answer is an astounding. Maybe. Many manufacturers of movements follow size standards. However, cases for quarts watches and mechanical watches are often not compatible with each other. It would require a lot of modifications to fit certain styles of watches in certain cases. The hands and dials are almost never compatible, and would also need to be modified or changed. Case rings or movement holders inside the watch would need to be made or modified to accommodate the position of the stem. Probably not something that would be practical but is sometimes possible.

[@rafap.3393]

@@watchesandjewelry thank you very much for the fast and detailed answer!

[@icohen93802]

do you know if I can use the seconds hand from a 36mm automatic aqua terra in my 36mm quartz aqua terra? Look identical but I'd hate to take it apart just to find the hole doesn't match or something@@watchesandjewelry

[@joedapier590]

I swear this is my watch. Not one like it, but the actual watch in the video. Unless anyone else has seen this model with a white date wheel before.

[@james4438jk]

Great video and alot of people don't understand its just a name just to make money and it's like u go to lexus for a car Repair and they use autozone parts they just don't tell you and u Pay for dealer parts

[@jonabitstream]

Would you consider swapping out those plates on the ETA for the nicely finished ones on the old movement?

[@watchesandjewelry]

Normally I would have just ordered the correct movement from omega. Lol. My customer as I said in the video wanted to spend the least amount of money as humanly possible. I don’t recommend swap brass for nickel plates or bridges. There could be manufacturing differences

[@jonabitstream]

@@watchesandjewelry so, those fancy bridges, plus the Omega name on them, equals $600 more than the otherwise identical ETA version? This is discouraging.

[@El1988Che]

@@jonabitstream He could have swapped the IC board and keep the rest of the original movement. I had a Quartz Constellation that was losing a lot of time, new IC board and problem solved.

[@ToR-888]

@@watchesandjewelry do you have this reference of this mouvement please ?

[@SuperFlatrock]

@@El1988Che Yes, apparently he could have. in fact, you can upgrade the movement by using the thermally compensated module from the ETA 255.563 which improves the accuracy to 3 seconds per year. The part is $75.

[@faisalahmed1982]

I proudly own a 2008 model Omega Seamaster 300 Quartz Bond edition watch since 2012. So far I had to change battery twice. Everytime I have changed the battery at the Omega Service Centre in (Sydney, Australia) they have replaced the watch crown. Is there any particular reason why Omega does it during the battery change? I would really appreciate if you kindly answer the question sir.... Thank you.

[@watchesandjewelry]

Changing the crown is probably easier than the gaskets in the crown. Since it is stainless, and omega doesn’t charge a great deal for crowns I think it is their quick fix. If you dive with it, that’s not too bad. If not, no need to have the entire crown changed.

[@faisalahmed1982]

@@watchesandjewelry thank you so much Sir! I Always wondered! Also, one more question please.... If I screw the crown too tightly after adjusting date / time could the crown malfunction or even break? Thank you so much Sir.

[@saatsaat7547]

amazing!!! nice video

[@watchesandjewelry]

Thank you!

[@hanenkamm1979]

Have you ever used a sweeping hand Quartz as an upgrade?

[@watchesandjewelry]

I have, on my own watches. Most of my customers over the years preferred an original replacement.

[@hanenkamm1979]

Peter Grande i've been thinking of doing a custom Seiko SKX build. Is there a specific movement you would recommend? And are they available to the amateur enthusiast? P.S. SUBSCRIBED

[@watchesandjewelry]

Well, I tend to choose movements which are more serviceable as well as movements that are accurate. Bear in mind to take into consideration the size and dimensions of the movement, a holder ring and stem and stem tube placement. Dial fitness and dial feet position are important. Yes, you can buy movements almost anyplace online today. Esslinger.com, ofrie.com etc. Seiko movements are a bit harder to get because the control their distribution tightly. Not like Rolex however. Lol.

[@jacodj5413]

This is a very interesting video. Thank you. Based in this, it would be quite easy to replace the dial on my aqua terra quartz. Can you recommend some places where I can buy alternative (genuine?) dials? Thanks!

[@briansturgill5905]

This is awesome!!!

[@jcarloz1252]

Cringy to watch him treat that Seamaster like a plastic watch… 😬

[@oskarzabala2757]

Exactly, put the dial back without cleaning, and close the back cover scratching it without any care. A bungler. I would never let him fix my watch.

[@tacticoolgent1784]

For real. I mean, I get it was a beater but dang bud. Maybe clean the dial and polish the hands before closing it up. Also, take 2 seconds and adjust your case removal tool to avoid scratching the case back. That said, I do appreciate his video. I know how to tear mine down now if I need to do anything to them.

[@davidcarrol110]

Plastic spacer?. Not specific to Tag Heuer then!

[@watchesandjewelry]

Wanna bet? A lot of tags have plastic spacers. A lot of watches period.

[@statusbohemio]

i have two seamaster with 1538 and a connie with 1532. How much is the longevity of those watches? Why did you replace the movement? This watch have never been serviced before?

[@watchesandjewelry]

Did u watch the entire video?

[@statusbohemio]

@@watchesandjewelry yes I watched the full video. I know this watch had problems the battery didnt last too long and the owner wears every day. But this watch is 20 years old and i ve seen some seiko and citizen quartz from the 80s and still running. I would like to know the reason why this watch had problems. Sorry i m spanish speaker so maybe i didnt understand some part of the video.

[@watchesandjewelry]

It is my job to offer my customers choices. I may not agree with them. This customer is very hard on his watches. He lives in a boat and has sent this watch to omega several times. It was long out of warranty and the money he spent with omega directly, he could have purchased a new watch. It was his choice and I fully understand why me made the decision he did. Those who are purests may not agree however, it’s not their choice.

[@statusbohemio]

@@watchesandjewelry thanks!! the benefit of a non in-house movement is that you can replace it and it s easier to find replacement. Thats why i always prefer eta movement.

[@statusbohemio]

@@watchesandjewelry don t worry about purist they wont buy a quartz watch eiter. But to me quartz is great.

[@unboxer2487]

Is it possible to put an Automatic ETA movement in it instead of Quartz

[@watchesandjewelry]

Things to consider... height of movement, diameter of movement, hand post height, location of the stem as it relates to the crown (vertically), dual attachment, and whether you will need to come up with a holder ring to keep the movement properly seated in the case. Sounds like a lot but it may not be difficult depending on the case itself

[@walnutsandbeastiality866]

​@@watchesandjewelry There's one detail that makes it impossible right off the bat: the placement of the date window (it's not in the same place in the 1538 Quartz and the 1012 Automatic), so the dial would have to be swapped too: these dials cost a small fortune

[@watchesandjewelry]

You can get generic dials from 10.00 and up. Or eBay for the fakes. Movements come in different flavors such that the date wheel can be inside or outside printed. The dimensions of the center wheel to the center of the date wheel allow you to pick the correct version. This is a little known fact. However, you would need to contact ETA direct to get th correct date wheel. They will sometimes pass you onto a distributor

[@cesarbojorquez7418]

Hi I have an omega seamaster cal1538. Reference 2221.81 Could I swap it to an ETA auto?

[@watchesandjewelry]

I’m not sure about the exact fit. I’ll check. If I find a replacement I’ll let u know

[@desertsoldier41]

An ETA 2892 will fit, it is the same movement used in the Ref 2531.00 Seamaster. Get the Chronometer grade version. About $450

[@zillsburyy1]

battery 370/371

[@wc7484]

What about the omega seamaster 1315 caliber?

[@leestrada1]

That is a very different caliber. The 1315 is a Megaquartz caliber in-house from Omega. It is an important movement and it shouldn't be swapped for anything but fixed.

[@fumiyadayon]

丸い絶縁シート入れ忘れましたね

[@benmak3283]

Where to buy the movement ?

[@watchesandjewelry]

Esslinger.com

[@benmak3283]

@@watchesandjewelry Thanks ! Expensive ?

[@watchesandjewelry]

I think that one was 79.95

[@alanaliyev456GT]

I have one. But not quartz

[@alanaliyev456GT]

Eta is better than 50 CTS ( HALF DOLLAR) MOVMENT IN 1800 $ ’’BAÜM AND MERCIER " WATCHES

[@outkastrebel9637]

Must of cost an arm n a leg to repair it..

[@desertsoldier41]

$100 for the movement

[@outkastrebel9637]

@@desertsoldier41 fake one,cost like 700 where I am.

[@binkyboobosh1]

I'm guessing you will replace the Omega movement into the watch after the video. The ETA 'equivalent' is a much lower grade unit than the high quality Omega version. ETA make movements in several grades of finish and the one you have fitted is at best the elabore.which lacks the quality of finish and decoration of the Omega. When I've done 'swaps', it generally means swapping the needed parts over, rather than a straight movement swap. Movement swaps are for cheap Citizen units etc, as a rule. The issue can only be in the circuit, coil or train...so, swap them over!

[@juslitor]

Valid points, but the customer might have specified what to be done with the watch.

[@binkyboobosh1]

@@juslitor Maybe, but, I've found that the watchmaker generally advises what can be done to the watch and I would suggest that most customers would prefer the original, repaired movement rather than a generic, lower grade unit in a watch like this which could realise £1000+ on ebay. I think the customer's wishes may be more important when it comes to cost. Some just say do what you can to get it going, whilst others want good as new. I'll be working on a number of watches today which the customer just wants fixing up to sell and cheap movement replacement would apply here, if necessary.

[@OLOLAK_7777]

@@binkyboobosh1 yeah a genuine good hearted watch repairer would fix the original movement by all means. This is what u called a quick fix with no passion for the love of watches....🤭

[@binkyboobosh1]

@@OLOLAK_7777 I can't help but think that in some years to come, a new owner is going to be screaming, 'Fake!' or going to be disappointed by what's been done here. If this watch is ever returned to Omega they will refuse to fix it or will re-fit an original movement at a vast cost...

[@desertsoldier41]

@@binkyboobosh1 The standard Omega servicing including replacing the movement is $450, the ETA movement from Esslinger is $120. Honestly the customer might have saved after labor about $100.