Hi to all!

I'm looking to start my watch collection and I've been digging around ebay.

I came around this piece and bid on it (as the seller has good reputation and also resides in Argentina)

Can somebody help me identify if it's authentic? Also, was $350 a good price or I totally fell for it...It was quite strange I was the only bidder.

I'd really appreciate your help!

 

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Google "Omega 135.012" and see what comes up. A watch with this reference was sold on the private watch listings here a couple of years ago:
https://omegaforums.net/threads/196...5-012-gold-on-steel-very-good-condition.8756/

It appears the case has been heavily polished, as you can barely read the seamaster on the case back...

 

I like this dial

 

I've owned a plated Seamaster 600 cal. 601 and it looks like the real deal. Mine was in worse condition and sold on eBay for a tad less so I think the price is fair given that it has been polished and possibly needs servicing.

 

Thanks for the suggestion. So, I googled that but I'm not really sure what I'm looking to find. I found mostly the same (or similar) Seamaster 600 and only in fewer ocassions Geneve models.

 

Any other piece of advice? I have little time... Thanks!

 

Dial is good (not a redial), movement is not in the best shape.
Everything else looks ok. Case (especially the caseback) is a bit too polished for my taste.

 

$350 is a decent price for this watch. Dial and hands are good. Case, polished but not overtly so. The movement can do with some servicing. Remember to check with the seller for the timekeeping performance.

 

Thanks! Again, pardon my ignorance but how can you tell the movement could be better?

 

Thanks for your input. how can you tell the movement needs service?

 

It just looks dirty. Here is my Connie.

Not a great pic, but the movement sparkles on opening. Take a look at watches in the marketplace.

 

Oh I get it! Thanks a lot!