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Just bought this ref. 166.002
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masteroftime
·If you want to keep it and care about the longevity of the watch, then yes you should probably get it serviced. Who knows how long it has been since it was serviced.
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Dimitris
·Yes it needs to be serviced uness you are sure that it has been serviced recently .
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JwRosenthal
·Get it serviced. If you buy a used car without knowing it’s service history, it’s smart to get the oil/fluids changed just as a matter of starting with a baseline.
A good independent watchmaker should be able to service these movements- if service parts are needed, they will need an Omega parts account so it’s wise to find a watchmaker with an account or access to genuine factory parts.
A good independent watchmaker should be able to service these movements- if service parts are needed, they will need an Omega parts account so it’s wise to find a watchmaker with an account or access to genuine factory parts.
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Spruce
··Sunburst dial fanCongratulations. A classic Seamaster in lovely condition and at a bargain price 😀
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alefar
·Congrats mate, what a nice piece especially for that price😁
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Shabbaz
·Steel!
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FormulaTAG
·Awesome watch mate 😀
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amcclell
·Great deal, classic movement - get it serviced.
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smorrisonmd
·It is of course your call re: service, but from a purely cost/benefit standpoint, I will take the contrary position. You bought this watch as a bargain. As long as it is keeping reasonable time, it does not make sense to spend $300 for preventive maintenance on a $425 watch.
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Benbradstock
·Well done; an honest if modest stainless Seamaster from a renowned period and containing a renowned movement. I see a lot of hasty purchase mistakes here on OF, but this is not one of them. Get it serviced (but not polished) by a qualified watchmaker and enjoy it for many years.
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marcowip
·Thank you all for your replies and advices. I will get it serviced as soon as possible.
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Spruce
··Sunburst dial fanIt is of course your call re: service, but from a purely cost/benefit standpoint, I will take the contrary position. You bought this watch as a bargain. As long as it is keeping reasonable time, it does not make sense to spend $300 for preventive maintenance on a $425 watch.
Although the OP bought the watch for only €350 it looks to be excellent condition. A service should cost about €150 (give or take).
Because it is a collectible watch it already has a much higher resale value and if it is cared for properly that will be maintained or increased.
Your argument, and I’m afraid I’m guilty of using hyperbole, seems to be that if you find a genuine Rembrandt in a junk shop or flea market and pay only £100 for it, it would be foolish to have it restored or pay for an insurance premium because it’s only worth £100. 😕
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vlaspri
·Great bargain mate! Congrats on a new watch! I have the same reference but goldplated and it brings me joy every time I wear it!
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wilderbeast
·I entirely accept your logic but it’s based on a false premise.
Although the OP bought the watch for only €350 it looks to be excellent condition. A service should cost about €150 (give or take).
Because it is a collectible watch it already has a much higher resale value and if it is cared for properly that will be maintained or increased.
Your argument, and I’m afraid I’m guilty of using hyperbole, seems to be that if you find a genuine Rembrandt in a junk shop or flea market and pay only £100 for it, it would be foolish to have it restored or pay for an insurance premium because it’s only worth £100. 😕
I love the watch, @marcowip - you have scored a truly versatile, elegant slice of vintage Omega's golden era. Wear her in good health (once serviced)!
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marcowip
·Great bargain mate! Congrats on a new watch! I have the same reference but goldplated and it brings me joy every time I wear it!
Beautiful, but why do I have a magnifier on the date and you don’t?
Furthermore, I see that yours has a Geneve text on the dial. Is it the same reference than mine?
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smorrisonmd
·I entirely accept your logic but it’s based on a false premise.
Although the OP bought the watch for only €350 it looks to be excellent condition. A service should cost about €150 (give or take).
Because it is a collectible watch it already has a much higher resale value and if it is cared for properly that will be maintained or increased.
Your argument, and I’m afraid I’m guilty of using hyperbole, seems to be that if you find a genuine Rembrandt in a junk shop or flea market and pay only £100 for it, it would be foolish to have it restored or pay for an insurance premium because it’s only worth £100. 😕
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jaguar11
·What good value! Enjoy in happy times and good health.
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Spruce
··Sunburst dial fanNot sure what "false premise" you are referring to, but your example has nothing to do with my argument, which boils down to this: the benefit of spending several hundred dollars for preventive maintenance on a $425 watch (which by definition is working reasonably well) does not out weigh the risk of not doing the preventive maintenance. I'm not suggesting the watch should be completely neglected, just wait until it is having a problem before spending additional $ on it and in the long run you will come out ahead.
