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A lot of good perspectives about size and what’s meaningful for these old watches. Knowing what size and condition/originality I’m comfortable with, it seems like I just have to be price conscious about what I am getting in to.

I really appreciate all the input.
 
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Knowing what I know now... have a look at this 166.011. Known and reliable eBay seller -- I've bought 2 from them -- including one of these models, recommended by a fellow Omegaforums member. Classic look, but 36mm and wear beautifully. Good price too, imho...

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https://www.ebay.com/itm/284441617643
 
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Boojumhunter Boojumhunter
Knowing what I know now... have a look at this 166.011. Known and reliable eBay seller -- I've bought 2 from them -- including one of these models, recommended by a fellow Omegaforums member. Classic look, but 36mm and wear beautifully. Good price too, imho...

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https://www.ebay.com/itm/284441617643

Wow thank you for this post. This watch is in my budget and I am happy with the watch. Is this one in what this forum would consider all original condition? My only concern is whether 36mm will be an adequate size but guessing by the recommendation I wouldn’t be out a whole lot in the event I’m not satisfied.

Again, thank you for the recommendation.
 
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If you’re into vintage and want the perfect size i second 36mm is the Goldie locks zone. Its classy, not gaudy and very legible and proportionate
 
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One more one here to second the 36mm vintage size. I have a couple at that size and really enjoy wearing them.
 
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Yes, that's a nice size and watch. Those ample white dial look bigger than they are. If you want bigger you have to go modern. There are bigger vintage omegas, but they are rare and more expensive.
 
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Ask yourself how large of a watch do you need? Are you incredibly near sighted, is it hard to see the hands and markers on a watch smaller than 44mm? If so don't get into vintage watches. I've been wearing vintage watches so long now that modern watches feel too large and gaudy to me, so much so that I wound up selling the only modern watches I've ever owned. I'm sure that you'll soon find that 36mm sits very nicely on your wrist and will be easily legible, to me it's a perfect first watch for a vintage Omega enthusiast.
 
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Just wanted to thank everyone again for the insight. I did pull the trigger on the seamaster that was recommended previously, and I also spent a few more dollars on a 2890-1 that I’m sure the forum will identify as a redial but I was too intrigued not to get it.

excited to get started on the journey with vintage pieces.
 
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Just wanted to thank everyone again for the insight. I did pull the trigger on the seamaster that was recommended previously, and I also spent a few more dollars on a 2890-1 that I’m sure the forum will identify as a redial but I was too intrigued not to get it.

excited to get started on the journey with vintage pieces.

Cool! Please let us know what you think when they're on your wrist. And -- of course -- photos!
 
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