Help with an Omega Geneve

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Asutin56

·Jul 29, 2021

Hi everyone. I'm new to the forum and I'm hoping for a little help. I've recently gotten into vintage Omega watches and looking to get my first. I found this one from a dealer not too far from me and is asking just over $300 for it. Based on the other Omegas I've seen sold that seems rather low to me. He did mention that the watch is running a little fast, so I assume it would need to be serviced, hence a lower price. But is there anything of concern when you look at the pictures? There are scratches on the glass and case, but not a deal-breaker. It's a cal 601 ref 131.019sp if that helps. I've read some other threads on here about buying vintage, but just trying to get some feedback on this specific one. Thanks!

 

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dsio

·Jul 29, 2021·Ash @ ΩF

It’s not a crazy low price for a Geneve, I recommend them often to new members and people on limited budgets as they have a good movement and are chronically undervalued for the quality of watch they are. That particular movement doesn’t look the best condition though so factor in a service and potentially parts.

 

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Dan S

·Jul 29, 2021

Seems like a reasonable choice for an entry-level piece.

 

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Asutin56

·Jul 29, 2021

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It’s not a crazy low price for a Geneve, I recommend them often to new members and people on limited budgets as they have a good movement and are chronically undervalued for the quality of watch they are. That particular movement doesn’t look the best condition though so factor in a service and potentially parts.

Thanks. Compared to other movements I've seen this one seemed dirty, for a lack of a better word. I was just surprised to find one around this price. Much appreciated.

 

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Spruce

·Jul 30, 2021·Sunburst dial fan

The UK Government has been promoting the mantra, “Hands, face, space” during the current pandemic but it could also be applied to the purchase you’re considering.

The hands look good, as does the face. The case also looks to be in good condition

The movement does need a service but servicing a manual 601 is rarely expensive and replacement parts are generally available.

So, in your position, I’d be at the dealer's door when he opens with my money in my hand. It’s a pretty safe bet.

Don’t send it to Omega or a non-specialist watch repairer. If you don’t know of a local repairer, post your location and someone on OF can probably recommend a repairer.

 

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Spruce

·Jul 30, 2021·Sunburst dial fan

And, as an afterthought, given the size of the crown, it might be an idea to buy a watch winder tool.

 

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Davidt

·Jul 30, 2021

This ref is about the cheapest men’s watch from the period.
It’s only just 34mm in size, manual wind (nothing wrong with that but it’s generally makes them cheaper than autos) and the case is very plain with a snap on case back rather than screw down.

Even in the uk where watches are more expensive you can easily find these under £300 as most people prefer the slightly beefier 135.011 case with screw down case back.

 

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slavedata

·Jul 30, 2021

Lot of watch for not a lot of money. New crystal and an ultrasonic cleanup will transform it. Looks an exceedingly dirty movement.

 

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Delroyb

·Jul 30, 2021

$300 for an unmolested GP Geneve doesn't seem unreasonable to me, the plating on these cases is normally shot to bits and this looks mostly all there. A service, clean an crystal and you will have a cracking dress watch.

 

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Asutin56

·Jul 30, 2021

Thanks for the feedback everyone. I appreciate it!

 

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micael_bz

·Jul 31, 2021

Spruce

And, as an afterthought, given the size of the crown, it might be an idea to buy a watch winder tool.

i recently also purchased this exact watch! i would like to replace the crown. what is the original part number or varient from the time that would be a direct replacement?

 

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Spruce

·Jul 31, 2021·Sunburst dial fan

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i recently also purchased this exact watch! i would like to replace the crown. what is the original part number or varient from the time that would be a direct replacement?

It might be a good idea if you start a new thread about your watch, introduce yourself and post not only your query, but also photos of your watch, including dial, caseback and movement.

Obviously, if you have a concern about the crown, make sure that you post photos of the crown too.