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My jeweler sent my Seamaster (Titanium and Rose Gold) back to Omega for clean and refinish.

I received the estimate by phone last night, nearly $2000.00 including tax. I requested they return with no work done.

I'm considering selling and going to another brand I'm so angry. Years ago when I had Rolex they were a fraction that cost for complete overhaul.

I own several Omega's and hang out from time to time at the Omega forum at the watch enthusiast site, Watchuseek. I've never heard of a number close to $2000 for routine maintenance. Something seems amiss if the watch is as pristine as you state. Maybe the titanium and rose gold requires unique care, but I would suggest checking in at some of the watch enthusist sites for advice.

I've never heard of a number close to $2000 for routine maintenance. Something seems amiss if the watch is as pristine as you state.

That quote was from Omega Switzerland, however the dealer could be adding substantial markup. I have no way of knowing.

Funny, factory service/warranty work for Omega was sent to Dallas, who in turn would send to us in NJ or a couple of other independent shops. Some special watches would be sent to Switzerland. I don't understand why a Seamaster would be.

Funny, factory service/warranty work for Omega was sent to Dallas, who in turn would send to us in NJ or a couple of other independent shops. Some special watches would be sent to Switzerland. I don't understand why a Seamaster would be.
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I am in Dallas. The Omega was first serviced here and when the refinish job on the Titanium turned out less than perfect, I ask it be redone.

They said they did their best, did not charge me and suggested I go through another dealer who was specialty Omega seller.

I know my watch was returned to Switzerland because I was given the registered USPS receipt to pay when I refused the $2K factory quote.

I would suggest that you join the Omega forum over at Watchuseek and post pictures of the watch when you get it back, along with any estimate that that me be included with the return from Omega. Knowledgeable folks there can give you some advice in regard to the costs and reasonableness and/or perhaps a local repair person as an alternative. I have to believe the cost you were quoted includes some level of mechanical and/or case repair to reach that level of expense.

good luck.