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Not a Longines, but decent anyway.

  1. ulackfocus Nov 22, 2013

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    Saw this while goofing off trolling the 'Bay:

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/321253231702?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

    It's got a pedestrian but proven Landeron movement and seems in pretty good condition. Considering most other sellers are trying to get $900 and up for these (which they aren't worth) it's a chance to grab a wearable vintage chronograph for a fair price. If it wasn't for a purchase this morning I'd have taken a stab at it myself. Bet it would look good on a blue strap.
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  2. MKelley Nov 22, 2013

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    I also think a blue strap would look pretty good. I have a couple watches with the same Landeron movement. This one's pretty clean, IMHO. I may give it a go.
     
  3. MKelley Nov 22, 2013

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  4. ulackfocus Nov 22, 2013

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    At the same opening price, I'd be making a run at the clean one. Remember, dials are a large part of the value of any vintage watch, and the scuffs are on the crystal of the one I recommended. (you can tell by looking at different angles) I look at the dial first, then the bezel, any medallion or case back logo, and then the lugs when judging the outside of a watch. I'd bet that the majority of vintage collectors have the dial condition as one of the 2 or 3 most important things.
     
  5. MKelley Nov 22, 2013

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    Yes, I can see the scuffs on the crystal. Of course, I agree with your list of importance/consideration for prospective purchases. On your recommendation and my potential interest, I was informed of interest by fellow forum member, of their interest. So, I decided to back off and wish my fellow member good luck in their quest. I was just curious, not committed, to the 2nd choice.
     
  6. ulackfocus Nov 24, 2013

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    Ended at the opening price of $489.95 - did you get it Mike?

    Did somebody else snag it here? It turned out to be piratelou's watch.
     
  7. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Nov 24, 2013

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    Yes Dennis :D

    Thanks to your heads-up and some guidance from Mike.

    It'll probably take a week or two to get here so in the interim it's just eBay pics.

    Thanks for the help fellas :thumbsup:
     
  8. MKelley Nov 24, 2013

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    No I backed off when I learned JiminiOz was also interested. Piratelou?
     
  9. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Nov 24, 2013

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    So who is/was piratelou, and how did the watch end up in the comic book store, have you got any background to add some "provenance" to the watch ;)
     
  10. ulackfocus Nov 24, 2013

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    Well, piratelou is a member of Watch Talk Forums and Watchuseek. Don't know anything else about the watch other than it's pretty damn nice so congrats to you Jim. :thumbsup:

    ps - dibs! ;)


    Mike, do you plan on taking a run at the ss Conquest caliber 291?
     
  11. MKelley Nov 24, 2013

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    No, I'm gonna just watch it.
     
  12. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Nov 25, 2013

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    Things are happening :)


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  13. ulackfocus Nov 25, 2013

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    One of my incoming Longines is in North Jersey too.

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  14. MKelley Nov 25, 2013

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    Exciting times for both you you.The excitement and anticipation builds::popcorn::
     
  15. JimInOz Melbourne Australia Nov 26, 2013

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    So who's going to win?

    The D man, a few clicks from Secaucus (guessing)

    or

    the J man, on the other side of the planet :D

    (but if things go well, and because we are in a time warp, I might actually have a receipt date before Dennis :rolleyes: )
     
  16. PirateLou Nov 26, 2013

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    Hello everybody! Just joined these forums, and congrats Jimi on the watch!

    To answer your question about the background of the watch... I deal in collectibles as a hobby and people usually get in touch with me to sell old toys, trading cards etc. A lot of times I come across vintage watches.

    To be honest, watches aren't my forte, yet as your average man I appreciate them and could easily see how you guys love them so much.
     
  17. PirateLou Nov 26, 2013

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    Now I'm looking to purchase a house for my young family I'm finally going through all the watches I've accumulated over the years and selling them to build a nest egg. Unfortunately my lack of knowledge on vintage watch values is slowing down the process of liquidating them due to fears of getting ripped off or not gaining fair value on them.
     
  18. ulackfocus Nov 26, 2013

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    Hey dude! You can always ask here for an evaluation and approximate value. List them for sale here too if you like.
     
  19. ulackfocus Nov 26, 2013

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    Just checked on the 22A and it's gonna be an arrival day!

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  20. cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Nov 26, 2013

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    Pretty fast for on them feron deliveries :p