Did I get a good deal on this vintage omega

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Paid 325$ for this vintage omega based off other examples online I think I did alright on this omega as long as all parts are genuine

 
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The watch appears to be legit. US-cased 14k gold-filled gents watch with cal 600 hand-winding movement.

If the dial were not damaged, it would have been an ok price, IMO.
 
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The watch appears to be legit. US-cased 14k gold-filled gents watch with cal 600 hand-winding movement.

If the dial were not damaged, it would have been an ok price, IMO.
Thanks ! I’m not too worried about the dial damage as it’s all part of the story of the previous owner to me but glad to hear everything else seems to check out thanks for the expertise
 
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What do you think the big black mark is? It's unusual, and almost looks like someone drew on the dial with a Sharpie. It's true that it's part of the watch's history, but it's not normal aging and I would find it very distracting, TBH.
 
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What do you think the big black mark is? It's unusual, and almost looks like someone drew on the dial with a Sharpie. It's true that it's part of the watch's history, but it's not normal aging and I would find it very distracting, TBH.
Not 100% sure, interested to see what my local watchmaker thinks it is when I get the watch. Luckily I’m a weirdo and stuff like that doesn’t bother me too much haha
 
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case tube looks broken I do believe
it protects the crown and makes the watch a bit more water resist

the main question is the movement parts

sometimes you can get cheap vintage Omega but many movement parts needs to be replaced
 
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Yeah I don’t think it’s a bargain as condition is so so, and any service will double the cost of the watch without adding any real value.

Still, not a huge noob tax. I’d just wear it as is, it’s not one to be throwing loads of money at imo.
 
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If you have a friendly watchmaker then good luck. Otherwise you will likely lose money. Even with a friendly watchmaker you will probably lose. The days of buying cheap fixeruppers are over. Everyone with an interest in watches is constantly scouring online. You have 3 posts. Its a learning curve. Enjoy and don't lose too much.
 
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Case screws and clamps missing, no gasket, movement adaptor ring missing. You likely would have had to pay more if you had bought a COMPLETE watch! No deal, as I see it!
 
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When one finds themselves in a deep hole with a shovel in their hands and sweat on their brow, with a sore back and dead thirsty, stop digging!


We've All been there!

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Here is hoping that the black on the dial is a Sharpie. The ink used in Sharpies is light sensitive and will completely fade over a few years in light.
 
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jumping on opportunity’s sometimes isn’t the best’s thing to if you’re new and leaning or just purchasing it because it was slightly cheaper then others. 9/10 times it’ll be cheaper for the reasons listed above this reply, especially if it’s from a watch dealer or someone selling multiple watches they have the tendency of knowing value. in this situation you didn’t overpay in my eyes and definitely worth more if them marks come off the dial and can find some cheap mounts and screws , case is 14k gold filled with is good better then plated versions and looks to be in good condition lugs look nice and sharp movement looks relatively clean no rust ext but it’s all leaning. I stay well away from all the heavy trafficking seller websites but opportunities do arise often but they get snapped up very very quickly I’m all for jumping and impulse purchases if you know what to look out for and yes it’s a gamble, sometimes that doesn’t pay off but a win when they do. with waiting researching and a little leaning you can pick up stuff cheaper and better with little patience

similar watch this is my 9ct Geneve 601 needs the crystal polished paid $316
Ps all vintage omegas need a home and we should love them however they look 😂😂
Tho the dial isn’t my 😉 Enjoy
 
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Well now you can wear it stress free. Only these die hard collectors will see the flaws.

The mark on the dial?

Hum, the previous owner was a gunfighter. He killed one person. That mark was his notch.

Who loves ya Peter?