Buying my first nice vintage watch. Need help on pricing

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johnac08

·Jul 26, 2017

Hi guys.. I am new to this forums.. I don't really know much about watches and need help on pricing. How much approximately would u guys think I should pay for this watch?
1958 Men's Omega Seamaster Automatic 19 Jewels, Caliber 491
Beefy Lugs Stainless Steel Case Measures 42mm From Lug To Lug, 18mm Between Lugs, 34 mm in Diameter.

Thank you in advance

 

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Euxinus

·Jul 26, 2017

Hello @johnac08

Welcome to omegaforums. I question the originality of the dial, I have never seen such a colored dial on a seamaster. If I am correct, this dramatically reduces the value of the watch. I'm going to give you advice that has been dispensed many times on this forum before. Before buying a vintage watch do plenty of research and do not rush into things, its a good way to get burned and loose a lot of money.

 

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X350 XJR

·Jul 26, 2017·Vintage Omega Aficionado

I would pay nothing.

The dial has been poorly refinished and the case heavily polished.

 

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wkimmd

·Jul 26, 2017

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That is all.

 

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Foo2rama

·Jul 26, 2017·Nowhere near as grumpy as he used to be...

Seller is either in LA or Korea...

Worthless to collectors, but people buy them.

 

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johnac08

·Jul 27, 2017

thank you guys for saving me. i almost pulled the trigger on this one. I would really do more research and not rush into things next time