Opinions on this Vintage Geneve

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„Investing”, as in you want to buy it and wait for it to appreciate in value?

Crown is a replacement, buckle is replica.
 
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Meh.

Is it 32 or 34mm?

Not a particularly sought after ref and there are a hundred 60’s Omegas I’d buy before this one.
 
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Cal me old fashioned, but I prefer to own a Geneve that is marked as such on the dial. 🙄
 
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MtV MtV
„Investing”, as in you want to buy it and wait for it to appreciate in value?

Crown is a replacement, buckle is replica.
No just use daily
 
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I’m based in the UK and I like Geneves.
As @Davidt has said, there are plenty of these around so it’s a buyer’s market.
If you’re going for a handwind, I think your sensible to avoid a date window.
The 601 is a reliable movement and comparatively easy to service.
A service in the UK should cost £80-100. I’d also change the crown for a signed crown so, you have to factor in the additional cost of a service and a crown.
So, the choice is yours.
 
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I’m based in the UK and I like Geneves.
As @Davidt has said, there are plenty of these around so it’s a buyer’s market.
If you’re going for a handwind, I think your sensible to avoid a date window.
The 601 is a reliable movement and comparatively easy to service.
A service in the UK should cost £80-100. I’d also change the crown for a signed crown so, you have to factor in the additional cost of a service and a crown.
So, the choice is yours.
Thanks for your detailed response. Do you have any thoughts on the overall quality of the piece considering the price (£375)
 
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It’s a 60’s Omega so is of good quality and the 601 movement is excellent if in good condition.

However, it’s an entry level piece, in gold plate so pretty much the least desirable offering. Especially if it’s 32mm.

For £375 you can get a better watch. If you want one of these specifically it should be more like £250 at the most.
 
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The photos are low-resolution, but I think I am seeing severe brassing on the bottom lugs, and if so, I wouldn't touch it.
 
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It’s a 60’s Omega so is of good quality and the 601 movement is excellent if in good condition.

However, it’s an entry level piece, in gold plate so pretty much the least desirable offering. Especially if it’s 32mm.

For £375 you can get a better watch. If you want one of these specifically it should be more like £250 at the most.
Okay thanks for your feedback. I’m looking for an entry level piece of similar style and price range. Are there any you personally reccomend?
 
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Okay thanks for your feedback. I’m looking for an entry level piece of similar style and price range. Are there any you personally reccomend?

In your case, an Omega Geneve is an ideal entry level, particularly with your budget.

Obviously, the actual model is very much a matter of personal taste but, unless you’re dead set on gold/gold plate, I’d have a look at stainless steel which is more wearable IMO, in this day and age.

So, go onto eBay and type in 'Omega Geneve'. Remember that if you’re in the UK, you have to factor in an additional 20% duty if you buy from an overseas seller.
 
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As @Spruce says the Geneve is entry level but try and go for a screw down caseback version.
Also check out seamaster 600’s which use the same movement.
 
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I’ve just had a quick look on eBay and, despite what we’ve said above, sellers seem to be asking more for these than a few years ago.

@tobyf27, if you aren’t already doing so, when you search Omega Geneve on eBay, scroll down and tick the 'sold' option on the left to see what prices were actually achieved.
 
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The Geneve is good entry level, so too are de Ville seamasters which aren’t too expensive, and some 50s seamasters