One Broken Part After Another On This Forgotten 75+ Year Old Omega Seamaster - Full Restoration!

This time on the bench we have an early 1950s Omega Seamaster Ref. C2577-1. Not only an iconic watch, but one of the models that helped define the very beginning of sports watches. As expected, it’s not running and it didn’t make things easy. Broken parts, hidden issues, and a few mistakes along the way made this one a real challenge. If you love vintage watches and enjoy in-depth restorations, this one is for you. Grab a coffee and join me as I try to get this beautiful Omega ticking again. 🔗 LINKS FROM THE VIDEO: History of the Automatic Watch: https://monochrome-watches.com/histor... Bumper Mechanism History: https://goldammer.me/blogs/articles/b... Modern Mainspring Manufacturing: https://www.thenakedwatchmaker.com/ma... Incabloc System: https://monochrome-watches.com/incabl... Omega Forums Ref. 2577: https://omegaforums.net/threads/show-... 🎥 FILMING GEAR: Cameras, Sony ZV-E10: https://amzn.to/41RBhmg Macro Lense, Sigma 70 mm Sony E: https://amzn.to/48JplF7 Microphone, Shure MV7x: https://amzn.to/48ovHKs Portable Audio Interface, Zoom H4: https://amzn.to/3tBdZEv Secondary Audio Interface, SSL2: https://amzn.to/48Nlwip Mic Booster, Cloud Lifter CL-1: https://amzn.to/47wzjZn Lighting, ElGato Key Light: https://amzn.to/3HaerfP USB Capture Card, ElGato 4k: https://amzn.to/3HabnjV Big Tripod: https://amzn.to/3NCcSOj Small Tripod: https://amzn.to/3TNujfN MacBook Pro: https://amzn.to/3vsme6g 🛠️ WATCHMAKING TOOLS: Screwdrivers Set, Bergeon: https://amzn.to/4aY0Iqm Bench Mat, Bergeon: https://amzn.to/4aPJAmo Watch Cushion, Bergeon: https://amzn.to/3NVzUgl Movement Holder, Bergeon: https://amzn.to/3NstNTz Hand Setting tool, Bergeon: https://amzn.to/3NVQ9u2 Case Opening tool, Bergeon: https://amzn.to/3S8rJQd Spring Bar Tool, Bergeon: https://amzn.to/3NtRbQA Gasket Lubrication Box, Bergeon: https://amzn.to/4bblW6G Timegrapher, WeiShi 1000: https://amzn.to/48oU8Y3 Ultrasonic Cleaner, Vevor 3L: https://amzn.to/4sSg0FS Microscope, AmScope: https://amzn.to/3tBewX1 📚 MY FAVOURITE WATCHMAKING BOOKS: Hands of Time by Rebecca Struthers: https://amzn.to/3Hu52jH The Watch Repairer’s Manual, by Henry B. Fried: https://amzn.to/48LBg5A Watchmaking by George Daniels: https://amzn.to/3vrG3uB 👉 FOLLOW RESCUING WATCHES: Instagram: Instagram: rescuingwatches 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL: @rescuingwatches Quick note! The links in this description are Amazon Affiliate Links to some of the equipment I use for making these videos, as well as things I like. Purchasing any of the items through the links helps growing the channel.