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Favorite vintage omega for under $1000 whether you own it or simply covet it

dsio
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Yawn....don't own any under 1k.

Really? Not even a Speedmaster automatic?

Ok... no I don't really consider that a Speedmaster either 馃槣
 
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The pot is calling the kettle black. 馃榿

.... like I should talk. 馃檮
I don't know, you were wearing a Vacheron Constantin today so probably not /that/ cheap lol
 
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This is my favorite at this pricepoint at this moment in time. I felt differently earlier today and may feel differently tomorrow but in my collection, this is for me attractive - the 1960s white enamel dial automatic railmaster. Doesn't quite have the cachet of the 1950s to early 60s manual wind version but is also more affordable. It houses a cal. 550 in a 34mm stainless steel screwback case. A few were recently listed on ebay with one completed sale at a bit over $900. This example of mine came from the original owner, lived in a drawer after about 1 month of use and has never been polished or opened. I think it is an uncommon watch in uncommonly good condition.

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Check that out! That might be the perfect specimen to represent the 55x series since it also covers a different series. Previously I wanted a Constellation 167.005 to have a dog leg lug since selling my 168.005, but that Railmaster might be a better option.
 
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The pot is calling the kettle black. 馃榿

.... like I should talk. 馃檮
I meant he sells cheap . Just try to buy something from me and see how cheap I am.馃槻
 
X350 XJR
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Kind of like picking a favorite child...but since I don't have any of those, this is still my current fave...

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dsio
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X350 XJR X350 XJR
Kind of like picking a favorite child...but since I don't have any of those, this is still my current fave...

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For under 1K that really is a brilliant piece
 
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dsio dsio
For under 1K that really is a brilliant piece

A few members have one of the 4 references it came in on their list. It is kinda cool. 馃憤
 
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There are definitely a good few amongst these I would love. Just finnished my Olympic duties, due home next week so will have more time to look for what I want.
 
adam78
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ref. 14381, cal. 551. I bought it for $750 several years ago, and I suppose its true worth is somewhere between that and $1000.

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ref. 14381, cal. 551. I bought it for $750 several years ago, and I suppose its true worth is somewhere between that and $1000.

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Not in that condition, closer to $1500 or +
 
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Not in that condition, closer to $1500 or +

Yep, I would have said $1250 - $1400. These ss pie pans, especially with cross hair dials, are really going up.
 
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Yep, I would have said $1250 - $1400. These ss pie pans, especially with cross hair dials, are really going up.

Okay, point taken. I humbly withdraw my entry, and congratulate myself for my foresight! Or just being at the right place at the right time. 馃槈
 
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I think that one is worth north of 1K as well.
 
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I think that one is worth north of 1K as well.
I /think/ he only just bought that one and it was around the 900 mark from memory
 
adam78
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Okay, here's one that's probably my own favorite <$1000 Omega.

ref. 2757-6, cal. 355

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