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  1. Alpha Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega Collector Jan 31, 2013

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    A rough looking wee b****r but can anyone see any redeeming features?
    Not had the chance to view it yet and do wonder if it's worth the effort, even at a low enough price.
     
  2. ulackfocus Jan 31, 2013

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    The dial might be good under that scratched & scuffed crystal.
     
  3. Dablitzer Jan 31, 2013

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    I think it might just get away with a light polish and new crystal and crown. Dial looks really good. The bezel still has some line so it might be salvagable at the right price? ;)
     
  4. dsio Ash @ ΩF Staff Member Jan 31, 2013

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    I've seen far, far worse. If the price is right I'd be up on that, and I'd use the fact that it /looks/ so shabby to argue for a better price
     
  5. Dablitzer Jan 31, 2013

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    That's the trick I use to the poor unsuspecting victim! :D
     
  6. Alpha Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega Collector Jan 31, 2013

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    "Might" was my first thought, but if it's on the market without a crown :( Maybe only me but I would have had it tidied up a bit before selling.
     
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  7. Dablitzer Jan 31, 2013

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    Yes, I agree! but then in some ways it's a good thing because it's a little project, you might get a lot out of it, I think that's probably what my 551 looked like before it was cleaned up for mass appeal...You could source the part quite easily...I'd be more interested in seeing what's under the hood...:thumbsdown:
     
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  8. MSNWatch Vintage Omega Aficionado Staff Member Jan 31, 2013

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    That watch looks like a good honest example worth taking a risk on if the price is low enough. Not really that concerned about the movement - bet it looks nice inside that case. Would bargain as low as you can and use the absence of a movement shot to your advantage - it's a risk worth taking IMO for this particular watch.
     
  9. Trev The Architect Staff Member Jan 31, 2013

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    Looks like it just needs some time and love :)
     
  10. alam Jan 31, 2013

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    going for it or not?
     
  11. Alpha Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega Collector Jan 31, 2013

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    Yes, going to have a shot. Nothing ventured nothing gained.
    Thanks to all for comments/advice, just got to see how canny a Scotsman can be :)
     
  12. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Jan 31, 2013

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    I'd take a punt on that one.
     
  13. kyle L Grasshopper Staff Member Jan 31, 2013

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    Dial looks almost perfect under all those scratches...I would gamble and buy it if the price was right!
     
  14. ulackfocus Jan 31, 2013

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    Yes, but you would win even if there was patina because you like that. ;) Not much of a gamble for a guy who digs leopard Constellations. :p
     
  15. kyle L Grasshopper Staff Member Jan 31, 2013

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    Very true. :p Let me know if you pass...I'd like a 551!