I don't want to speak for @rbob99 but would like to speak up in his defense. The private sales forum is for members to buy and sell watches. Unlike ebay there are really no safeguards for the buyer or seller, only our word. You have been a member for less than a week, so there is no established credibility. I could completely understand @rbob99's perspective. Also, it is very easy to misread tone in text correspondence. So you may have perceived rudeness where none was intended.

 

What is the danger when paying in advance? He just does not want to sell to me maybe because he has to ship abroad, but he could be nicer about it!

 

I was not privy to the whole conversation, so I don't want to speculate. I'm not taking sides, just suggesting it may be a misunderstanding. Hopefully you got the ebay watch, so none of this really matters. If so, congrats!

Also, welcome to Omega Forums! Next step is to get yourself an avatar, so we can get to know you. You can set it by clicking the icon on the upper right of the page.

 

same watch, but slightly worse condition. Thanks for taking the time and the effort to help me though, it is appreciated!

 

Mid-1950s 10kGF bumper automatic Tissot Seastar - starting bid is $95, 10-day auction. Some light dial patina at 3 and 4 indicates possible moisture intrusion, but otherwise the dial, with its 'deluxe' markers, looks ok. Crown is original; the seals have long since perished. US cased watch with minimal wear. Dauphine hands look like they have been relumed in the distant past. This survivor deserves a full service and a soft brown calfskin strap.

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Lots of folks following this thread collect vintage Tissot from the late 1960s and 70s, so here's the ultimate option for those of you with PR516 models and rally straps...the rare steering wheel clock:



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OK, so at €390 it may not be a good value, but if you've already got the watch and gloves, this is a bargain!

 

OF bargain alert!
This from our own @Vanallard - stunning 35mm Omega bumper. This is about as nice as they come.



https://omegaforums.net/threads/vintage-1950-omega-cal-332-bumper-stainless-steel-serviced.130361/

 

Thank you to whomever snagged this fine example above! I'm trying to take a step back from the 'incoming' ledge!

 

I've seen this model pop up for sale from time to time so keep an eye out for another one.
For example this one sold for $75 recently https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Benrus-M...-/264860978189?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

 

Enicar for under $100 https://www.ebay.com/itm/333961321690Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

 

Lovely Stainless benrus, I had one like this. Slim and sleek with a grey brushed finished dial- this thing is slick. Crystal needs a polish but dial looks good.



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Lower end alarm. Has make an offer. https://www.ebay.com/itm/133729736162Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

 

Our friend @Nepomuceño had shared many fun funds with us, looks like he grabbed this one for himself
Nice looking Technos, medallion back, bit of creme brûlée on the dial for those that dig that. Stainless case with eta. Nice watch for $150.



https://omegaforums.net/threads/technos-the-king-35mm-150.130446/

 

Get a recently serviced watch for the cost is a service. Sounds like a good deal to me.

 

I might find myself falling down the Technos rabbit hole....thanks a lot guys! Offer sent, let's see if my magnificent haggling skills work out.

 

YES!! $2.00 less than asking!

Thank you @JwRosenthal for bringing this to my attention, and thank you @Nepomuceño for accepting my low ball offer for a sweet piece!!

 

You are a skilled negotiator, John.

 

Jokes on you. The largest prime factor of 148 is 37, while the largest prime factor of 150 is 5. That decrease of $2 in price lead to a more than sixfold increase in the largest prime factor!

 

You made my brain hurt

 

Hamilton alert. https://www.ebay.com/itm/174736252852Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network