There's always a premium buying from a shop like the one the OP linked to and you can certainly move some watches in NYC at almost any price, but if I could sell some of mine for the prices he's asking I'd be saying goodbye to a bunch of the watches I currently have.
J jessmottthe first watches i posted in this thread were serviced - at least that's what the seller told me. how can i know if he's telling the truth??
J jessmottgah i know but he wants me to pick it out!!! i picked out the watch i got him for our wedding - that's part of the fun of it. he will love whatever i buy, i know it, but it has to be a watch that's quality - to your point, i don't want it to be a clunker that needs to get fixed constantly. the first watches i posted in this thread were serviced - at least that's what the seller told me. how can i know if he's telling the truth?? he seems to have positive reviews online...
You have no way of knowing if it has been serviced unless there is a receipt from a watchmaker. If this guy says they are serviced then you would have to take him at his word - it doesn't say that in the adverts though. As a minimum indication, if the case back is dirty, then I would not believe the watch is serviced. A movement picture is also nice.
Have a look through all the watches mentioned here and see if you think all the case backs are clean. As I say, that's just a minimum indication.
People everywhere seem to be asking a lot of money for these watches but, the only way to get any sort of a deal is to spend time, I'm afraid. In a few days, you just don't have the time. There's a lot to learn here, as examples of what is usually true: Automatic watches are more expensive than manual wind; steel watches are more expensive than gold plate or gold cap. Lots of rules!
Regardless of the service, some of the watches mentioned have marks on the dial (usually scratches) and I can't see you being happy with that for years to come.
Good luck, Chris
I know this was sold last year but, look at the quality here for $1500:
https://omegaforums.net/threads/exc...inal-boxes-alligator-strap-papers-etc.120037/
Yes, it needs a service but, what a cracking watch.
Or, sold one year ago, again needing a service:
https://omegaforums.net/threads/red...liber-565-quick-set-date.111032/#post-1470886
Sold in April and also needing a service:
https://omegaforums.net/threads/omega-seamaster-cosmic-black-crosshair-dial.129807/
It's hard though to be able to buy a watch like this in a very short time. There are a few sellers on here that generally sell high quality watches - @Shabbaz may also have something in the line you're looking at, to name another one as well as the two above.
Cheers, Chris
Another well known and respected seller with a serviced watch that could be slightly improved. It's a Constellation as well and it's available:
https://omegaforums.net/threads/1961-ss-constellation-14381-rose-gold-pie-pan-dial-on-bor.133431/
Good luck, Chris
One thing about vintage watches is that you never want to purchase one in a hurry. You can always show your husband a picture and tell him that "it's on the way." He'll be happy, I'm sure!
@ChrisN made an excellent suggestion. It's a bit more than you were going to pay originally, but well worth it. Constellations are marvelous watches, and perfect for "purists."
But if it has to be a Seamaster, Chrono24 is a pretty good source. You pay a slight premium, but are guaranteed returns if not happy, and they keep the payment in escrow until you receive the piece. I would still go for the Connie, as for these, you'll need to pay shipping and customs, so you end up paying the same amount for a watch that isn't as nice, but . . .
This is very similar to #2, and has that classic mid-60s look: https://www.chrono24.com/omega/seamaster-automatic--id18990999.htm
Ditto. https://www.chrono24.com/omega/seamaster-automatic-cal562--id19701353.htm
J jessmottso i'm able to get this one for $783 USD
https://www.chrono24.com/omega/seamaster-automatic--id18990999.htm?checkoutId=3791747&showAll=1
what do you think? is that a fair price?
J jessmotti assumed part of the charm of buying vintage were the imperfections. is that not the case?
I think that we all have different levels of what is patina and what is damage. To me, fading of the dial is patina and they sometimes change colour - it's just due to age. Scratches on the dial though are damage to me as they are not age related.
I hope you're enjoying the hunt👍
Cheers, Chris
