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·So, I found this omega watch on ebay and am contemplating purchasing it. I would love to find out more about it (year [looks like '66 or '67 to me], model, etc.) and get some opinions on its authenticity and value. Is this a good deal?
It is listed as a Vintage Seamaster Deville with Omega aluminum box and omega crocodile strap. The seller says that it is an estate sale find. She says it runs, has little to no scratches, and does not appear to have been worn much/at all. She said the strap was stiff. It has a deep engraving in the case back – “PRESENTED TO W.S. SHIPLEY BY KRAFT FOODS IN RECOGNITION OF 25 YRS. SERVICE 5-5-72.” Notably, the seller had a lunchbox listed that was engraved with the same last name. She is not selling other watches currently, just a few other books, board games, and awards from the same estate sale.
I know the watch pictures are not great quality. I have asked for better quality ones and am awaiting a response. I would like to see the movement and case back, but I would rather not have her try to open it (especially since it is a front loader).
My overall feeling about this watch is good. It seems like it has been in that box for decades (inside box pic) and is in pretty good condition. However, I have just started getting into watches and am not great at spotting fake/frankenwatches yet. Any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
It is listed as a Vintage Seamaster Deville with Omega aluminum box and omega crocodile strap. The seller says that it is an estate sale find. She says it runs, has little to no scratches, and does not appear to have been worn much/at all. She said the strap was stiff. It has a deep engraving in the case back – “PRESENTED TO W.S. SHIPLEY BY KRAFT FOODS IN RECOGNITION OF 25 YRS. SERVICE 5-5-72.” Notably, the seller had a lunchbox listed that was engraved with the same last name. She is not selling other watches currently, just a few other books, board games, and awards from the same estate sale.
I know the watch pictures are not great quality. I have asked for better quality ones and am awaiting a response. I would like to see the movement and case back, but I would rather not have her try to open it (especially since it is a front loader).
My overall feeling about this watch is good. It seems like it has been in that box for decades (inside box pic) and is in pretty good condition. However, I have just started getting into watches and am not great at spotting fake/frankenwatches yet. Any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
