And just to show you what else is around - in this Forum's private watch sales thread - although it doesn’t fit your 1972 requirement and you’d have to factor in import duty …..
https://omegaforums.net/threads/1959-omega-seamaster-14765-cal-552-steel.145464/
thank you for taking the time to show me this example.
I don’t mind paying more for a better or more unique watch.
In this instance for me it’s the date year that’s significant and currently a geneve is most readily available.
This has been so helpful, I know what price I’m comfortable paying and considering the date as a premium will just have to see if the seller is inclined to negotiate.
MissDee
For anyone following, my offer was declined but the seller has countered which I am considering.
I am currently looking at some other 1972 omega model watches.
Any experience of chrono24.com?
this automatic Geveve is listed in Sweden has had the glass replaced and is listed as plexiglass
I notice it’s more angled (which I might prefer) is this a different model?
Is it worth reconsidering the year requirement. After all, the most common way to date a vintage omega is by the serial number charts. These can be out by +/- a couple of years either side.
There’s also the consideration of what the years means. Is it production year of the movement, the watch or sale year. For example a movement may have been made in 1971 and stored for a year before being use to complete a watch is 1972. This watch may have then been shipped to a retailer and sold in 1974.
What I’m getting at is personally, I think it’s nice to be in the right ballpark, but much more important the the actual year (whatever that means!) is that the watch is nice. The one you’ve posted above isn’t particularly in vogue at the minute and although they have their fans, there very much a product of their time, unlike some vintage Omegas which appear timeless.
Color is ok. I mean the damage/scratches near the center. Most people like some patina as long as it appears evenly across the dial; deep scratches like these are generally considered unattractive.
Thank you, I think the scratches might be on the glass? (which was replaced)
I have these two pictures but might ask the seller for more to be certain.
1 shows more obvious scratches
2 doesn’t seem to show them
Damage appears to be on the dial and not on the crystal. In the second pic the damage is still visible, it's just not that easy to see because the photo is out of focus. I think you can find a better specimen or you can just go back to plan A 😀 Do you think your husband will appreciate angular 70s aesthetics? I am speaking from experience: it took some time to convince my wife that funky watch designs from this era are cool and not just really ugly 😁
thank you so much!
should I increase my budget and look at a seamaster? What is a realistic price to aim for in your opinion?
many thanks
Have you looked at the recommended eBay thread?
Avoid US watches as you’ll be liable for 25-30% import duty. However, UK watches are frequently posted there and if you have some time you might get lucky.
Also keep an eye on the private sales forum.
I’d think a decent Seamaster should be available for around your budget or slightly higher.
thank you so much!
should I increase my budget and look at a seamaster? What is a realistic price to aim for in your opinion?
many thanks
