Advise Seamaster De Ville

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RJJ

·Mar 19, 2023

Hi everyone,

I currently have the opportunity to buy this vintage seamaster de ville, according to the seller with the following specs:

Cal 613
Ref 136.020 SP
Serie. 2616*
Year +- 1968
ca. 34-35mm without

After conducting some research, I discovered that the cal (caliber) in this watch was introduced later and shouldn't be present in this particular model. As a newcomer to buying vintage Omega watches, I would greatly appreciate your thoughts on whether or not I should make the purchase. The price is around $250. Thank you in advance for any assistance you can provide.

 

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Spruce

·Mar 19, 2023·Sunburst dial fan

You’ll see that the 613 movement was introduced in 1967

http://www.ranfft.de/cgi-bin/bidfun-db.cgi?10&ranfft&&2uswk&Omega_613

I’m pretty sure I’d be happy to buy it for $250, but others may have different views

 

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Davidt

·Mar 19, 2023

That movement is fine for that watch/ref. The dial picture is very low resolution but I’m not seeing any red flags and that’s a decent price if you like it.

 

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RJJ

·Mar 20, 2023

Thank you guys for the input and clarification on the movement.

 

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Spruce

·Mar 20, 2023·Sunburst dial fan

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Thank you guys for the input and clarification on the movement.

Post photos if you get it

 

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Donn Chambers

·Mar 20, 2023

Price isn't horrible, but I'd plan on a service, especially after the seller has had his greasy fingers all over the movement!

 

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hoshimachi

·Mar 20, 2023

Donn Chambers

Price isn't horrible, but I'd plan on a service, especially after the seller has had his greasy fingers all over the movement!

I personally cringe anytime someone directly touches the movement. I know there aren't much short-term consequences but still...

 

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Vanallard

·Mar 20, 2023

No brainer at $250.

 

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Pixitfecit

·Mar 20, 2023

Agreee, definately would buy it!

 

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PlainVanilla

·Mar 21, 2023

Agreed, it's a no brainer for that price. Go for it.