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  1. watch3s May 13, 2017

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    http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-OME...624205?hash=item3d3afc63cd:g:~bsAAOSw-3FZFnLaPurchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

    lotta schmutz on the case, less corrosion almost none compared to the last one I tried to pick up. I suppose it can be cleaned off.

    Replacement crystal most likely, case looks decent not much polishing.
    Hands and dial look good.

    for some reason the crown doesnt seem right... or am I wrong? replacement?

    thanks for any input
     
  2. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member May 13, 2017

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  3. DON May 13, 2017

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    Ask for a full image with the back off. I can see some corrosion and usually when they post images with the ends unseen. It's usually a problem

    DON

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  4. UncleBuck understands the decision making hierarchy May 13, 2017

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    Not judging the watch but Japanese are not as receptive to haggling as us.

    I'd make 1 offer at max price you would consider, mentioning all concerns in an apologetic manner.

    I'm not being negative, just trying to bridge the cultures.
     
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  5. watch3s May 13, 2017

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    i reallly hope that stuff on the bottom coroner isnt rust...
     
  6. watch3s May 13, 2017

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    i hope they bite, still recovering from the seamaster 120M i bought last week, so itll be a $625-$650 offer.
     
  7. watch3s May 13, 2017

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    they are certainly unique folks. I remember from my travels there that they are a very polite sort of people even when they kicked us off the subways to prepare for track repairs and examines. they also chased after us offended because we left a tip on the table.
     
  8. hoipolloi Vintage Omega Connoisseur May 13, 2017

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    Case corrosion between lugs is very common with these SS models, be careful.
     
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  9. watch3s May 13, 2017

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    so far no response to the question I sent asking for more pictures, hopefully something comes up. no rush, gotta be patient
     
  10. Barking mad Prolific Speedmaster Hoarder May 13, 2017

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  11. watch3s May 15, 2017

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    back to the drawing boards, not making another gamble. looks like seller is reluctant to provide additional pictures for me to examine :rolleyes:
     
  12. watch3s May 15, 2017

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    yup, seller replied in the night, sorry can not provide more pictures :thumbsdown: