Hello. This is my first post here.

I've finally decided on my first Omega. I'm planning to purchase a quartz movement Seamaster.

I'm torn between new or used. Used will be cheaper but will probably require service and or parts replacements. New is,well,new-higher price,but no headaches or surprises-(hopefully).

Any input would be appreciated.

Thanks.

 

Welcome to the Forum.

Don't discount the mechanical movements. My first Omega was acquired early in my watch collecting endeavors, A '50s vintage Constellation, once gathered in and serviced, it never looked back.

 

Why a quartz? And what model Seamaster?

 

what's quartz?

 

AFAIK, there are no new quartz Seamasters, only mechanical.

 

Quartz watches came out in the late sixties/seventies they were quite popular but manufacturers invented mechanical watches which made Quartz obsolete, before these technologies wrist worn sun dials were all the rage.

 

Watches charged with these crystals


You put them in the back of these

 

I have several Omega quartz watches - most bought used in excellent condition and they have never needed service. I don't wwear them much any more as I have replaced them with automatic movements.

 

A way to skimp on cost instead of buying a REAL watch.

 

I was looking at 2221.80.00. I didn't know they were discontinued.

I've 5 automatic watches now. I just want a quartz.

And being a bit less costly,I can devote the $$ for more firearms.

 

I have an omega megaquartz which is a quartz watch and its mega. I love it. I was told it is a bugger to service because if it broke then getting the parts would be a bugger. If it breaks down its totaly buggered. I am not sure if this is the case because it works fine but it might be something to take into consideration.

 

look through the WRUW thread. There's (not) a lot of quartz there. Maybe you'll find some new inspiration!

 

That is at least a noble cause to save money for. Perhaps a Krieghoff or a Silver Seitz. Maybe even a Beretta?

 

That was my first higher end watch, given to me for my 40th birthday. It's a great piece. You should definitely be able to get one on the used market at a very welcoming price.
Mine says 'hi' in advance:

 

Just saw that there are about 3 for sale right now via Watchrecon. They were actually priced a bit higher than I expected, tbh. Pretty funny that there were so many on the front page the minute I logged on, maybe there's about to be a big rush on them, lol.

 

Is Omega still making quartz watches??

 

it's about as good as they get for quartz.. http://www.omegawatches.com/collection/speedmaster/spacemaster-z-33/presentation/skywalker-x33

 

Or maybe one of these?