Just found this in my grandfathers house, I am a little confused because it has the hands of a Deville but not the Deville marking. I would also love to know the value!

 

I am just a bit higher than just a beginner, but my guess would be a mid-60's Seamaster.

What are the markings on the back? You can look it up in the Omega DB.

You will probably want to get it serviced, but be careful that no original parts are replaced. You'll want some advice from more experienced members. Do what you want obviously, but I'd keep it and remember your grandfather.

Good find.

 

I love these finds! Looks ok from here.........except for the filth and apparent moisture leak. Take it to a watchmaker for service. Snap a pic of the inside case back and post it. We'll help you run it down.
As to the value, as is it looks to be $250 to $300. Serviced, $400ish. (keep in mind these are estimates based on ebay sales) All depends how the dial and hands turn out.

 

I would service it and keep it...an heirloom watch that is more valuable (at least I hope so!) than the nominal amount you get from selling it... but ultimately your watch and your call!

 

Why shouldn't I get it polished? Thank you for the help!

 

I was just curious as to the value; I will definitely be keeping the watch.

 

Thanks for the help! It is no doubt filthy, maybe the local watchmaker can do something about the rust on the hands! I will upload some pics of the case and movement asap!

 

Thanks for the help!

 

sharp corners = good
shiny watches = not necesarily good.

historically many watches were polished to make them shiny, but destroying their shape/lines/corners ... those are perceived as being "tired/licked/polished to death"

 

When you polish the case, you are essentially removing metal. You lose the edges, character...........and value. Regarding the hands, NOS replacements shouldn't cost that much (if you choose). I would simply clean everything and keep as is but that is me.