In the past month I have done some extensive research on the iconic Omega Speedmaster, as I am looking to purchase one as a wedding present for myself. I'm looking for any of the models as close to the original Apollo mission watch as possible (the basics: full size 42mm, manual wind, no date, no moonphase etc.). I'm trying to get one with a budget of about $2,400.
I have educated myself on how to spot fakes and different versions, and have seen a few good used candidates on eBay. My first question is, besides eBay and the classifieds section on Omega forums, what is a good source for decent used Speedmasters in my price range? I am close to New York City, Philadelphia, Wilmington, Washington DC, and will travel to go to a good brick and mortar store as well.
Also, of those I have seen on eBay the best prices are ones shipping from Japan, which gets me to my second question; how do you deal with shipping and customs into the US for these items which are well over $2,000?
Thank you all in advance.
-Diggin5
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