but would like to get your opinion before paying..... yeah, yeah I know, is supposed to be the other way around but my bid was so low that I did not expect to win

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We had this watch come up in a recent thread. I'm not so sure about originality, but it's a good looking dial. Those cases are relatively flat so it'll be pretty comfortable to wear. How much did you win it for?

 

$400

 

That's a pretty good price. I wouldn't be upset at that amount - it it's a franken it's a good one, and if it's authentic & correct it's a bargain.

 

anything that strikes out?

 

No, nothing jumping out at me - but manual winds aren't my thing.

 

what's the data source for case reference numbers? 14380-5?

 

I pointed out that watch last week. I was really close to making a deal with the seller but I just decided to hold off and kind of forgot about it. I think it's a good buy!

 

I made an offer on another Seamaster manual wind from the 60's but the seller ignored it and it expired. Oh well.

 

Well, okay - there are a few I like.

 

well done, it looks like you got a great watch at a good price. I was watching this one (Chiko raised it but then undibs) but decided there were too many I am thinking of buying at the moment so didn't bid.
I also know what you mean about not posting until after you buy. I couple of the ones I am watching closely I have not posted here as I don't want to draw the attention of the 'lurkers' to them and drive the price up. Do you think I'm better off posting them here with a dibs?

 

No, I think you're good to keep them to yourself. If you notice who posts what, you'll get to know the regular's purchasing style. Shoot them a PM and (a) ask for help if needed in the authenticity department, and (b) if they're already planning on making a run at it or if not that you're going to.

 

good advice to follow....

 

Thanks guys. I feel better now. Let me open my wallet and pay for it