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Anniversary Gift Help: OPTIONS 3-5 - Vintage Seamaster for a Novice

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Also, FYI - I believe the seller makes the straps. Hence the emphasis and flowery description.

TLDR - I'm lazy, and seller is reliable.

In his Youtube channel, Omega Enthusiast states that his straps are made by a 'local artisain' or something to that effect. The straps are possibly the worst part of the deal; they are described as "Genuine Leather", but this designation indicates the lowest grade of leather.

If you watch the video on his Fab Suisse collection, you can see the straps he's bought for his personal watches. The straps on his own watches are much higher quality. He knows his stuff.
 
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In his Youtube channel, Omega Enthusiast states that his straps are made by a 'local artisain' or something to that effect. The straps are possibly the worst part of the deal; they are described as "Genuine Leather", but this designation indicates the lowest grade of leather.

If you watch the video on his Fab Suisse collection, you can see the straps he's bought for his personal watches. The straps on his own watches are much higher quality. He knows his stuff.
Insightful, helpful responses. Thank you @sleepyastronaut.

Could anyone help elaborate as to why the 1952 here on OF is a more commonly praised vintage piece, i.e. is it generally a more rare, more appreciated piece, or perhaps more original components, or otherwise?

I understand that these things can be quite subjective but it seems to be more ubiquitously appreciated than the alternatives thus far, and I’m seeking to understand what makes it so. You’ve all been extremely helpful throughout this process.
 
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Insightful, helpful responses. Thank you @sleepyastronaut.

Could anyone help elaborate as to why the 1952 here on OF is a more commonly praised vintage piece, i.e. is it generally a more rare, more appreciated piece, or perhaps more original components, or otherwise?

I understand that these things can be quite subjective but it seems to be more ubiquitously appreciated than the alternatives thus far, and I’m seeking to understand what makes it so. You’ve all been extremely helpful throughout this process.

The Seamaster Calendar is much earlier, rare, in great shape and comes with original box. It also has a bumper auto movement which are pretty unique, however parts are less available. It also has a gold cap, which is thicker than a gold filled or plated watch. It will need a service before regular use, so factor cost that into your balance sheet. The early Seamasters don't have the seahorse. It sounds like you want a very late 50's or early 60s Seamaster, in which case the watch people are suggesting is not for you. That's OK.

The watch listed here is great, but if it isn't what you are looking for don't give it another thought. I think watch #4 is a good choice. I agree with @sleepyastronaut's assessment of Omega Enthusiast. Yes you could spend months waiting and many, many hours finding a watch that fits your parameters and save some money. When you celebrate your 25th anniversary it won't matter if you paid $1800 or $1100 ($800 for the watch plus $300 for the service). You will still have a beautiful heirloom.
 
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Just wanted to say I’m another supporter of the OmegaEnthusiast. You just have the confidence in knowing everything is correct, serviced and warrantied. He also services the watch for it’s (or I guess your) lifetime at a cost of only $100 each service. They are expensive though... no doubt.
 
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All massively overpriced and all with little spoilers. One has the previous owner's initials, one has the wrong crown and one has the gold cap missing from the crown. That, in conjunction with the use of such subjective terms as "stunning", "attractive", and a particular pet hate of mine: "The watch....will come with a high quality 18mm new handmade genuine leather strap" as if that were actually some kind of selling point, would be enough for me to dismiss the seller with an inward snort of derision and look elsewhere.
Hi Edward,
I just inherited my grandfathers watch, picture attached , with the watch master now for cleaning and service, any info on the watch ? I I believe 1940-50s ... omega solid gold manual winding and still working even though not open for many years , that’s why it is with the watch master for service and open the back , I’m also looking for the gold straps and info if any ? Any comments welcome , I’m new here ! Thanks in advance
 
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Hi Edward,
I just inherited my grandfathers watch, picture attached , with the watch master now for cleaning and service, any info on the watch ? I I believe 1940-50s ... omega solid gold manual winding and still working even though not open for many years , that’s why it is with the watch master for service and open the back , I’m also looking for the gold straps and info if any ? Any comments welcome , I’m new here ! Thanks in advance

So, are you going for a Divers Watch ? You submerged your inheritance in some liquid ? Test if the crown seal is still good ? It is called a Seamaster. But was not designed to submerge in anything.....
 
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That picture made me cringe so hard. 🤦

I do hope it survives.
 
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So, are you going for a Divers Watch ? You submerged your inheritance in some liquid ? Test if the crown seal is still good ? It is called a Seamaster. But was not designed to submerge in anything.....
Ha ha.. this is done by the watch master ... FYI it is oil not water ... it is to loosen the cap to remove because of the many years it was not service bro I send to him and he took this photo to show me
 
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