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Advice on a 60s Seamaster

Liammmj
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Looking for a circa 1962 'fat' lug Seamaster (14779?) as a gift for my father and came across this on eBay. I've no experience with vintage watches so I'm after some input from you guys if poss.

The crown looks off to me but for a near 60 year old watch this probably isn't too surprising. Have asked the seller for any movement pictures or service paperwork he may have as the ad states its serviced but he's rather slow to respond:

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padders
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Well someone will have some movement photos, a pneumatic drill was used to get the back off at some point. Seriously though, this has a lot of patina and wear, unless it is pretty cheap I might be tempted to look elsewhere.
 
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Well someone will have some movement photos, a pneumatic drill was used to get the back off at some point. Seriously though, this has a lot of patina and wear, unless it is pretty cheap I might be tempted to look elsewhere.

I thought you'd like the case back, truly unique engraving there haha. Seller is asking £550 or best offer, no idea what these are worth to be honest. Whilst I would like a patina dial I obviously would like the case to be in the best shape possible but at the same time I'm not sure how often these fat lug Seamasters show up.
 
ConElPueblo
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That price is extremely optimistic considering dial and caseback condition as well as the incorrect crown and bracelet.
 
DaveK
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I wanted to get my dad a vintage piece this Christmas, but decided on a nice quartz Seiko for these reasons: dad hates tipping and would loose his mind knowing what a service would cost and would probably bring it to the mall kiosk instead of a watchmaker because it’s cheaper; recently less nimble fingers would get frustrated winding and time setting; a new watch will not have issues for him to worry about such as water resistance when he is washing dishes (not sure this happens, actually), gardening, rain etc; a new watch is more durable with fewer frustrations all around. Depending on your dad’s age and situation, these may be things to consider
 
Liammmj
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Thanks for your thoughts on this I'm going to pass and keep an eye out.
 
Dan S
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Ugly dial, with water damage near the crown.
 
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I think that's too much for a damaged dial and polished watch that's had some obvious wear & tear. There are better options in the buying section of this form. Use the search function of the site to find "1960 Seamaster"

Here's one of the only viable search results, but flip through the sold offerings to get an idea of what you should be able to find for similar/same money. Hope this helps. I have no tie to this sales thread but it looks like a nice watch/deal in my opinion.

https://omegaforums.net/threads/ome...intage-with-monocoque-case.45992/#post-546063


I think this one is a far better offering.

Condition is king!

Happy Sunday,

Thomas
 
Liammmj
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MPWATCH MPWATCH
I think that's too much for a damaged dial and polished watch that's had some obvious wear & tear. There are better options in the buying section of this form. Use the search function of the site to find "1960 Seamaster"

Here's one of the only viable search results, but flip through the sold offerings to get an idea of what you should be able to find for similar/same money. Hope this helps. I have no tie to this sales thread but it looks like a nice watch/deal in my opinion.

https://omegaforums.net/threads/ome...intage-with-monocoque-case.45992/#post-546063


I think this one is a far better offering.

Condition is king!

Happy Sunday,

Thomas

Good shout on searching old listings for an idea of price. Found this from last year which is basically exactly what I'm after just without a date. I'll keep my out out on here and eBay etc, I've got 2 years before I'm looking to actually gift the watch so with any luck I'll find one between now and then!

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I wanted to get my dad a vintage piece this Christmas, but decided on a nice quartz Seiko for these reasons: dad hates tipping and would loose his mind knowing what a service would cost and would probably bring it to the mall kiosk instead of a watchmaker because it’s cheaper; recently less nimble fingers would get frustrated winding and time setting; a new watch will not have issues for him to worry about such as water resistance when he is washing dishes (not sure this happens, actually), gardening, rain etc; a new watch is more durable with fewer frustrations all around. Depending on your dad’s age and situation, these may be things to consider
These are all excellent points that aren’t often mentioned when we talk about gifting watches- the lifestyle and interest by the recipient.
A good friend of mine’s 94 year old mother (she’s sharp as a tack, always elegantly dressed and acts like someone 25 years younger) had mentioned she always wanted a ladies Omega back in the 60’s but wasn’t in a position to afford it back then. I had an extra ladies seamaster (29mm 1969 with integrated bracelet) and offered it to her- she was ecstatic and immediately donned the watch with pride.
5 days later, my friend said her mother couldn’t wear the watch- the clasp was tight for her to undo, the dial was hard to read even with her glasses, she wasn’t active enough to keep the watch wound (automatic) and she had difficulty winding and setting the crown with her arthritic fingers. She’s back to wearing her lovely ladies quartz two toned Seiko with an easily readable dial.
 
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The whole point of this hobby is to deftly avoid the most cost-effective, accurate, robust and easy-to-maintain option. At least we have a chance of correcting this behaviour when we are giving gifts 😀
 
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