Gentleman of this venerable forum, I come to you on this day seeking advice and guidance, I will shortly do a small video outlining my Omega Seamaster 300 however my research on this site and others, leads me to believe I was right not to put this up for sale yesterday on ebay. You guys were the first to allow me to join so I ask for your comments first.
Long story (which i'll put on video) but I need advice on the following:
1) What's it worth? 2) Who do I see to get it appraised? 3) How long does it take to get information from the Omega Museum? 4) Where do I sell it?
Pictures attached for your considerations - Mark

 

Will get some good help from several members on the forum.

Condition will have a impact on price. Also a movement shot would be needed with the rust on the outside who knows what's inside.

The story with were you came Into or found this piece would be nice.

 

Standy,
Many thanks for your reply - I'm doing a quick video to explain things, I spent most of yesterday researching the web and this morning locating it! I've had it for 26 years - I haven't been inside it nor has anyone else, but from looking on the web I can understand why. My main reason for coming on here is to get that good advice, who to see, get it appraised and opened, I would like to do it properly if what they say is true, about possible value. I am in a situation where regrettably I will have to sell it, maybe replace it with a newer model, so any comments gratefully received. Regards Mark

 

+1 ... and movement number, at least the five first digits. And regarding the story, if you know of any service history after it left the army (and during MoD service if possible). Especially if dial, hands or bezel have been replaced.
Interesting watch. My RN300 says hello to your W10 ;-)

 

Many from several parts of the globe so good to add where abouts you and watch are. ( no need to be too specific country / state will do).

May get a few PMs but take it easy as if all is ok with the watch it's worth a pretty penny.

 

Kox,
Many thanks for your post, I am happy to get it looked at, I would like to know where and who to see, hopefully someone in the forum can recommend a bona-fide individual. I understand the need for the numbers and a check via the Omega Museum, I am aware of it's Military History and as I mentioned earlier no-one has been inside it for 26 years, fortunately this site and others has already given me a lot of help. Regards Mark

 

Standy, many thanks for your wise words, from the research yesterday i'm pretty happy or I wouldn't even be on here checking, I am happy to take advice from others, get it checked out properly by others. I'm located in the South of the UK and yes I've already received a message! Regards - Mark

 

Roger. Typed as you replied.
It's not the last 26 years that the most interesting, but the first 23 years ;-) The parts on the watch are not newer replacement parts anyway, but old ones. Just not that common that these didn't have the "T" on the dial and no sword hands. Although on early W10's this could be correct and is seen on others. Hence the importance of the serial/movement number. Anyway, there are many trusted watchmakers in the UK. Perhaps STS would be a very good call.

 

Kox,
Much appreciated, STS are a bit away from me, however I will drop them an email to see what they can do and for how much, it looks like they are approved Omega guys. Thank you. Regards Mark

 

Guys, any top ten tips for cleaning? i'm a bit ashamed it's in this state, even if just to get the outside muck/rust off - Mark

 

My advice would be to explain the condition to the vintage watchmaker and let them clean it sympathetically
No telling what the untrained hand may do to condition/ value
Very specific instructions are needed on a watch like this
Ask the experienced guys here for advice on that

 

Peemacgee,
Many thanks, is it best not to touch it at all then? just get someone to open the back up? from reading - these watches have gaskets and are under pressure? Regards Mark

 

STS aren't cheap but they are renowned vintage watch specialists
They know what they are doing
But as before - specific instructions are required to achieve the outcome you require ( there are many ways to skin a cat)

 

Appreciated, I have sent them an email and await their reply, these are the sort of insights I am looking for, thank you - Mark

 

John Senior in the UK
Obsolete watch parts
Great resource and watch man
I think you should keep the strap but take it off the watch

 

Looks like it will clean up nicely! Good choice doing research on it before putting it on the markrt

 

I much prefer my watches to arrive with me looking like yours does now. I'd suggest simply visiting a local watchmaker to remove the caseback and then sell as is.

That dirt and grime has taken years to accumulate and collectors will pay handsomely for it as it suggests no one has tinkered with it or exchanged parts in a long time.

 

As David says, you might be surprised, but the watch may fetch more in it's current state than after a cleaning.. a service by STS may be considered acceptable, but some collectors prefer to make decisions like this (where to send it, what to have done) themselves. Take your time with this one, it's a nice one.

 

Just to add what has been said.
I would get more excited by a watch in the condition it is now, the scratches, gunk and old strap would make me bid more.
Thanks Michael

 

Thanks agee, do you have contact details for John, like to keep my options open - regards Mark