I recently came across a pair of Seamasters. I believe they are from the early 60's. I've been given the opportunity to purchase them but was looking for some clarification as to the age and authenticity of each one. As well as a ballpark valuation if possible.
The no date Seamaster is a Cal.501 and the case # is 14729
The other Seamaster with the date is a Cal.562 and the case # is 166.002. This dial seems to be re-done as well as the lume on the hands and markers but I could be wrong
Any help would be much appreciated.

 

Compare the two and work out which one doesn't look quite right (redialled)

 

I think both could be re-dials, the pic needs to be better on the no date watch.

 

Are you using some sort of hipster-filter on your photos? It's impossible to say anything about the lume with photos of that quality.

 

sorry about the bad pics. cellphone was the best i could do on short notice. ill work on getting some better shots

 

The no date looks just like the one I am wearing right now,(1960 14765 3 sc with a caliber 550), so I'm calling it good. The dated one is a redial. Omega and Automatic seem to be written in with a pen. Take both if the price is right. Got my no date Seamaster for about $300. But take into account that you will need to service it. These are automatics and the movement can be damaged if not serviced properly. Another $200-$300 affair depending on where you go and what needs to be done to them. I would say $400-$500 for the pair. Try to do better, never know.