Omega Seamaster 600, very good condition.

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McNord

·Apr 17, 2015

Hi there folks, so I got this fine watch from my grandmother to remember her by, it was supposed to be to my grandfather but he never used it and it has been in the package since 1960-70 and never used.
She remember that I was talking about buying a watch a year ago but it never happened and then now she remembered this watch and she gave it to me. So this is my very first watch for my collection and probably the one that I will hold dearest.

Though I don't understand why it has some very minor scratches on it anyway, maybe it has been used just a little?

Anyway, I'm wondering if any here could give me some more information about it, like which year and how much it is worth (I'm never gonna sell it, curiosity).

I think you guys appreciate seeing the watch aswell, hope you can give me some information 😀 Thanks.

Edited: Apr 17, 2015

 

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shaun hk

·Apr 17, 2015

I would estimate the value somewhere around US$450 - 650, and strongly suggest you get it serviced by a competent watchmaker before you use it.

 

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McNord

·Apr 17, 2015

shaun hk

I would estimate the value somewhere around US$450 - 650, and strongly suggest you get it serviced by a competent watchmaker before you use it.

Thanks, why do I need to get it serviced? The age takes its toll on it?

 

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PatrickJ

·Apr 17, 2015

Good dam! That looks perfect! It must be serviced and do you homework on the forum before you hand it over, it must be done by the right people! A mechanical watch like a car needs servicing. What a lovely thing to remember your family by.

 

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italy1861

·Apr 17, 2015

Defiantly get it serviced and definitely hang on to it! Love stories like this...

 

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PatrickJ

·Apr 17, 2015

Not only have you a sentimental watch. You have one it appears in mint above mint quality. You win twice.

 

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GlenM

·Apr 17, 2015

Lovely watch. I've just bought a 600 (with date) which I thought was in very good condition, until I saw your perfect example!. Your watch will have a 601 calibre movement. You'll be able to date it accurately from the movement serial number.
Mine came with a 1970 receipt, but was made sometime in 1966.
Service it, keep it, wear it and enjoy it!

 

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McNord

·Apr 17, 2015

I will definetly go get it serviced then at a good place, thanks everyone 😀

 

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Drawarms

·Apr 17, 2015

great watch to start your collection!

 

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Event horizon

·Apr 17, 2015

That's one nice time piece you have there

 

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Fritz

·Apr 17, 2015

Grandmothers are so much better than uncles!

 

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PatrickJ

·Apr 17, 2015

Never sell that one.

 

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McNord

·Apr 17, 2015

P PatrickJ

Never sell that one.

I won't, I will keep it and pass it on myself in good condition 😀

 

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AAAKK

·Apr 17, 2015

Just remember to tell your watchmaker that you don't want it anywhere near a polishing wheel. It obviously doesn't need it, but you can't be too careful. It would be a shame for someone to think they were doing you a favour by trying to make it look perfect.

 

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micampe

·Apr 17, 2015

that is fantastic.

 

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McNord

·Apr 17, 2015

AAAKK

Just remember to tell your watchmaker that you don't want it anywhere near a polishing wheel. It obviously doesn't need it, but you can't be too careful. It would be a shame for someone to think they were doing you a favour by trying to make it look perfect.

Okay thanks, will do that.

 

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PatrickJ

·Apr 17, 2015

McNord

I will definetly go get it serviced then at a good place, thanks everyone 😀

Do your research on the forum about where to get the watch serviced. Don't give it to the first watch maker you see.

 

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Hijak

·Apr 17, 2015

This is a reference 135.011 with a cal. 601 as said above. I have one identical to this but with date, these were made in the mid 60s. I believe the valuation above is very conservative...in this condition with the box and from the origional owner this would be worth more, maybe $700 to $800. Do you have any of the origional paper work as this would also add value. This is a great heirloom watch, congratulations on a beutiful piece!👍

 

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GoldenHour

·Apr 17, 2015

What a beauty, hope you pass it on to someone else in your family down the line.

 

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shaun hk

·Apr 17, 2015

McNord

Thanks, why do I need to get it serviced? The age takes its toll on it?

Can you imagine finding a 1970 corvette in a garage, absolutely untouched for 45 years, then just adding some gas and going for a long drive? It would probably run but you would be sure to do some damage.
And, yes I agree my previous price estimate now looks very conservative.