Omega Caliber 1310 Vintage Quartz Watch Movement

Omega Caliber 1310

Omega Caliber 1310 Megaquartz

ManufacturerOmega
Caliber Number1310
Movement Type
Megaquartz, quartz, battery-powered
In-House?Yes
Diameter29mm
Height
6.35mm
Jewels
8
Frequency
32,768 Hz
Accuracy Rating
~5 seconds/month
Battery NumberSee below…
Anti-Shock Device
Incabloc
Trimmer?
Yes
StemOmega 1310-9030
Hand Count3
FunctionsCentral hours; central minutes; central seconds; day/date at 3:00
Hacking Seconds?Yes
Country of ManufactureSwitzerland, Swiss made
Known Models
Omega Constellation (Ref: 396.0846, 396.0810, 396.0811, 396.0822, 396.0809, 196.0062), Omega Seamaster (Ref: 196.0023), Omega Seamaster Mariner 1 (Ref: 196.0054), 1976 Geneve models (Ref: 196.0066)

The Omega caliber 1310 Megaquartz 32 Khz was introduced in 1973. It was Omega’s first in-house quartz movement, and was produced until about 1978.

The 1310 has 8 jewels and a frequency of 32,768 Hz. Watches with this movement were advertised as being resistant to shocks, magnetism, and temperature changes.

The caliber 1310 later evolved into the caliber 1315.

Omega Caliber 1310

Important Service Notes:

According to official Omega technical documentation, the 1310 “must in no case be demagnetized”.

Also:

“In order not to disturb the proper functioning of the watch, the electronic module must not be touched either with a tool – except key for trimmer – or with the fingers.”

And:

“The motor module must IN NO CASE be disassembled; the characteristics of the magnetic circuit would be disturbed. Do not clean the electronic module and motor module in bath.”

Accuracy:

Omega claimed watches with this calibre had an average accuracy rating of 5 seconds per month when worn. It has a trimmer which be used to regulate the timekeeping if the timing is off.

Below is what the trimmer looks like, but DO NOT mess with this unless you know what you are doing. It allows for a total adjustment of 10 seconds. If the trimmer cannot correct the daily rate of the watch, then the chances are that you will need a new electronic module (part 1310.9100).

Omega Caliber 1310 Trimmer Regulator

Changing the battery:

The original power cell (watch battery) the 1310 came with was a Vartachron 508 (aka Varta), which cross-references to a 354 mercury cell. As these are not available anymore, you will want to find the modern equivalent: 386/SR43W. You can order new batteries here (your purchase supports this site). (In the image below, the watch is using an LR43 cell – it is an equivalent to the 386.)

Omega Caliber 1310 Vintage Quartz Watch Movement

The original Omega manual for watches powered by the 1310 stated that a new battery would run for “more than one year”. It is unconfirmed as to how this translates over to the modern 386 cell, but if you have experience with 1310 battery life, please comment below.

Be sure that the orange insulator tab under the battery is intact and in place.

Also take note that the battery strap is somewhat flimsy and can easily snap in half. Be very gently when unscrewing and screwing back in the holding screw.

Luckily, if this part breaks, you should be able to find NOS replacements. Look for “power cell bridle with screw”, part number 1310-9178. This part also fits the calibre 1315.

Omega Caliber 1310 Bridle For Power Cell 9179

How to set the time/date:

Pull the crown out one click to advance the hour hand. Adjusting the hour hand independently in this position allows for quick adjustment when traveling across time zones or setting your watch for daylight savings time. This is also how to set the day of the week.

Pull the crown out two clicks to set the hours and minutes together.

Watches with this caliber will have two buttons on the right side of the case – above and below the crown:

The top button hacks the second hand for precise time setting. Hacking the seconds is achieved by pressing and holding the button in. You can also use this button to “catch-up” the time if your watch is running a few seconds slow. Quickly pressing the button will advance the seconds hand by one second.

The bottom button advances the calendar date. Each press of the button will advance the date by one day.

Crown/Stem Removal:

The detent button for removing the stem from the 1310 is a little red button on the crown side of the watch.

Omega Caliber 1310 Stem Removal

Coil Cover:

Typically there would be a shield over the coil, but it’s not uncommon for the shield to be missing.

The part is referred to as upper magnetic protection (part number 1310.9230). It will be a thin piece of metal with two prongs which fit into the two hole below the coil.

More Examples:

Below is another image of the 1310 submitted by Niklas:

Omega Caliber 1310

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Louis
Louis
7 years ago

Is that plastic inside?!

Mike-BC
Mike-BC
1 year ago
Reply to  Louis

No, there is no plastic as part of this movement. There is a coil shield, but that is metal.

Louis
Louis
1 year ago
Reply to  Mike-BC

Thanks! I almost forgot I asked this lol. The gray part that says Omega looks like plastic, no? I don’t think it’s bad just curious.

Mike-BC
Mike-BC
1 year ago
Reply to  Louis

Hi Louis, yes, it took you 5 years to get a reply to this 🙂 LOL

That grey part is the shield protecting the coil and it’s made of metal.

It seems to be a common part that goes missing over time as it presses into place but often comes loose. I typically put a drop of glue on the base since there’s no reason to ever remove it unless you’re testing or replacing the coil.

Maz
Maz
2 months ago
Reply to  Mike-BC

There is definitely plastic in this movement.

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
6 years ago

I bought my omega seamaster 1310 (with the octagon casing) back in 1978 and works as good today as it did back then,and have only ever had it serviced once apart from battery changes,in all these years. It is accurate to within ten seconds per month which is excellent for a watch of this age. It’s beauty is ageless, and still stands out amongst today’s top competitors. Back then i paid £300 Sterling, a similar Omega today would set you back thousands.I take mine to all watchmaker who changes the battery checks the seals then pressure tests it. And am… Read more »

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
6 years ago

It has been documented on certain websites and blogs that the 1310 calibre has mineral glass (which can get scratched) To put the record straight my 1978 model has in fact a sapphire crystal which as those of you may know does not scratch. Perhaps the MK1(with date only) may have had glass but the later model (with day & date and bracelet as standard) has the reflective sapphire crystal verified by a jeweler. I hope this puts the record straight.

Gratiff
Gratiff
6 years ago
Reply to  Robert Riva

The 1310 is the movement number not the reference model number. The same movement is used in different models. So… different models may have a plastic crystal, mineral crystal or sapphire crystal like yours. It doesn’t mean other sites are wrong, it just means they were talking about Omega watches with the calibre 1310 and different crystal than yours.

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
3 years ago
Reply to  Gratiff

My Omega is a 1978 model ref: 196.0054 and has a sapphire crystal.

Saeid
Saeid
6 years ago

Hi
I’m looking for Movement Omega 1310 Quartz and find your page on the internet. Please write me the price with my Swiss postal money.

Thankful
SZ

daniel beausoleil
daniel beausoleil
6 years ago
Reply to  Saeid

j’ai une Seamaster mariner 1 disponible en état de fonctionnement

Phil
Phil
5 years ago
Reply to  Saeid

I have an OMEGA 1310 32KHz MEGAQUARTZ. Are you still looking for one?

joey z
joey z
4 years ago
Reply to  Phil

I am if you still have it

Laci
Laci
4 years ago
Reply to  Saeid

Üdv. 2000 euro

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
3 years ago
Reply to  Saeid

1310 is the movement. The calibre ref is 196.0054

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
6 years ago

You shouldn’t have any problem in finding one,though they are rare. The ref # ST 196.0054. or 396.0840 (same Watch) good luck. Robert 🙂

Tom
Tom
4 years ago

I bought Omega Geneve megaquartz. The watch is in good condition
Unfortunately, the coil is damaged and I can’t get the original one. Anyone have for sale?

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
4 years ago
Reply to  Tom

Hi Tom,unfortunately the omega seamaster 1310 Megaquartz can now only be serviced by Omega in Switzland,as they have changed their policy and only supply their parts to SWATCH. However,SWATCH cannot service the 1310 not just because of it’s vintage but because of it’s intricate calibre unique to the 1310 that only the Swiss can do. Hope this is of some help.regards Robert.

Tom
Tom
4 years ago
Reply to  Robert Riva

It doesn’t solve my problem, but thank you for the answer.

You may know a place in the network where you can buy parts for this caliber

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
4 years ago
Reply to  Tom

It’s just a case of shopping around online in finding a watchmaker who in turn may be able to get parts even if they are generic.

Laci
Laci
4 years ago
Reply to  Tom

Egy ügyetlen elemcserénél az én 1310 omegám tekercsét is megsértették. Egy ügyes órás megjavította.

Ira Mish
Ira Mish
4 years ago

Does the 1310 and the 1315 caliber use the same circuit?
And do any other Omega calibers use the same circuit as the 1315?

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
4 years ago
Reply to  Ira Mish

Sorry Ira, I have no knowledge on the 1315 you may need to do further investigation Online or perhaps contact your nearest Omega agent.

Niklas Olsson
Niklas Olsson
3 years ago
Reply to  Robert Riva

Yeap more or less, the coil, motors are the same ;), There is a guy in england that rewind these coil, buoght 2 rewindings works fine, cost around 100 £ if i remember correctly…

Geoff Sullivan
Geoff Sullivan
4 years ago

Hi I have a semaster with a 1310 cal but have just been told by my watch maker that the coil is faulty and he cant get parts for it anymore, (he replaced the coil about 20 years ago) could anybody point me in the right direction with regards to obtaining an apparently obsolete and rear part ? Thanks .

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
4 years ago
Reply to  Geoff Sullivan

Hi Geoff,I’ve had the very same problem with my Omega Seamaster Calibre 1310 ref: 196.0054. After 42 years the coil went after dropping it on the floor and was told by my local watchmaker that it would be impossible to get the parts as they are obsolete you could try eBay but you’re taking a chance which I would not do the only place that would service it is omega in Switzerland but it will be very expensive so you would have to weigh up the costs vs sentimental value. Best of luck regards Robert

Niklas Olsson
Niklas Olsson
3 years ago
Reply to  Geoff Sullivan

I’ve bought service/rewinding of 2 coils from a guy in england found on ebay, works fine 🙂 appx 100Euro

sebastian royo
sebastian royo
1 year ago
Reply to  Niklas Olsson

If uou have that gentleman’s information I would be very greaful. My omega seems to have a daulty coil and or motor

Mark Gilbert
Mark Gilbert
3 years ago

I am lucky enough to have three cal 1310 Omega’s now and while they are not straight forward to work on they are exceptionally well engineered and can be regulated to be amazingly accurate. They do need to be serviced at the same intervals as a mechanical watch to keep the power consumption to a minimum. Historically the are very significant being the first omega in-house calibre. Originally designed to run on a 1.35v mercury battery, which are no longer available, they will happily run on a modern 1.5v cell but with reduced life span. Expect to replce batteries at… Read more »

Robert Riva
Robert Riva
3 years ago
Reply to  Mark Gilbert

I 100% agree with you. However when my 1310 coil went, I bit the bullet and sent it back to Switzland and got a full service done which cost me about £500 but for that money it was completely refurbished and casing and bracelet cleaned and polished that was in July 2020 I have checked the accuracy and by my calculations it gained 14 seconds in twelve months, which is more accurate now than when I first bought it in 1978. This is only it’s second service in 42 years.

Zaky
Zaky
2 years ago

Bonjour, toujours disponible ?

Richard Grossman
Richard Grossman
2 years ago

Hi
Actually the battery should be a Renata 390 not a 354
I’ve just serviced this watch it’s really wonderful for a 1973 movement

HST
HST
1 year ago

Just picked this up. Love it. Fits in collection nicely!

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Mike-BC
Mike-BC
1 year ago

I came across one of these in like-new condition and quickly added it to my collection. It’s the exact model featured on the official Omega website in their Vintage Collection. 196.0030 14K – 20 micron plating. Mine even has the original gold buckle on a NOS suede leather strap. The movement serial # dates it to late 1973. It’s keeping amazingly accurate time – I’m seeing > 5 seconds lost in 2 weeks. I think the important thing if you have one of these is to make sure you also have the coil shield, or if it’s missing, find one… Read more »

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Louis
Louis
1 year ago
Reply to  Mike-BC

Such a beautiful watch!

M. Langrish
M. Langrish
1 year ago

I recently bought an Omega Constellation Quartz watch, model number 196.0062 stamped on the inside of the stainless steel case. I want to fit a new battery. The present battery is marked Renata 329, but it seems much too small for the space available. What Silver Oxide battery should I fit ?

Omegasteve
Member
1 month ago

I recently bought a 196-0058 Omega (a very plain looking watch)black face /white hands with day/date .Having previously had only mechanical watches.I am very impressed with the 1310 quartz movement ,the quality and timekeeping is amazing and still working well after 50+years .I like the (wolf in sheep’s clothing) aspect of it. Also the integral bracelet is really smooth with about 20 pieces each side

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