A lot of sellers love to throw around word "rare", not just for watches, but in general. Bored at work, looking through ebay and I find a rare watch, or so the seller says. Watch looks to be in a bad shape, but my question is, if it was truly a rare bird, would you buy it? If you would buy it, would you just get it to add to the collection, never to be worn, or would you attempt to actually clean it up and wear it? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Omega-320...ialet-Ultra-Rare-1122-872-Omega-/172294456680Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network
Funny you should ask... I wouldn't call the cal. 320 Omega "rare", as it is pretty often up for sale. The price on that one is rather pricy, too.
That bracelet doesn't look period correct either. Reminds me of one those sometimes seen attached to the Geneva Admiralty's.
I think many collectors might buy a proper rare watch in any condition if it was something they really wanted and then look to upgrade to a better condition example if that was possible. As far as eBay "rare" goes it is a bit of a joke. Also look out for descriptions that say NOS, true NOS watches don't pop up that often, they are rare.
I wouldn't call that watch "rare" and I certainly wouldn't buy it in that condition. Missed that thread - but glad I saw it as Andy K now has a custom avatar message because of your link.
You seem to have a special angel looking after you when it comes to offers.... That Tissot chronograph was an incredible find.
The most important thing I've learned here is condition, condition, condition. I wouldn't buy a rare watch in bad condition just to have it, but that's me. The second most important thing I've learned here is buy what you like. If you'd like having a rare watch in bad shape just to have it, buy it. If you buy a rare watch in bad shape, and you can't bear to wear it because of its condition, don't buy it. --Adam
