Dibs on the Wyler

 

With small square holes, 19mm... But Yep that texture and color.

 

And yes- look at the bracelets/ straps and not just the watch.
Horn lugged Forstner Komfit- yes the NASA bracelet, on non-working Bulova POS for $69

60's rivet stretch link bracelet on one jewel diver for $18

 

Early 70's Benrus- most likely Japanese movment. Great looking dial and probably SS, but could be plated by this point.



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Nice Oceanographer. Price is a little up there but the bezel, lume, and dial make up for that. https://www.ebay.com/itm/193677913001Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

 

Be the Shockmaster!
Nice looking GP Elgin, sunray textured dual, red second hand, turtle-ish lugs. Dial has some crud on it, may clean up- may not. Make an offer and get it for lunch money.


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There should be a "learn how to fish" post about looking for the random stuff in ebay listings. Here's a good one I caught a couple weeks ago.

The photo from the ad, hmmmm what's that rivet band on the watch on the bottom right? Might as well make a $20 offer and find out...




Well....






1955 small logo 7205 bracelet. End links had been molested, but was still a nice catch and release for $20.

Keep those eyes peeled on junk watches for the good stuff.

 

You win

 

Sweet little Enicar Seapearl with awesome textured dial. Case is gold plated but it looks to be in nice shape. This would be sweet paired with a suede strap for autumn.
Seller says running, and has make offer



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I have no words- but Serpico called, he wants his watch back.


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Vulcain takes a crack at the Polerouter. Don't get too excited, it's the chrome plated cheapened Vulcan era, but still cool.



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Dials like these offer a lot of visual interest.

 

Wasn't trying to brag, just a good example of buying junk for the straps.

Now I feel like a jerk. Sorry

 

Not at all! We all celebrate in the spoils of victory!
Had I found that I would be showing it off too.

Now the big question- do you have the watch upon which to mount that bracelet or will that $20 bracelet cost you $1.5k?

 

And if you don't have the watch that pairs with it, I'm sure @slique12 can help you out with that

 

Bargain alert in our own FS section from our bargain hunting brother @hejsam - these have every ounce of 60's/70's cool anyone could want- and then some.


https://omegaforums.net/threads/2x-funky-vintage-tidéna-cherry-blue-250eur.120189/

 

Ha! I have enough projects that started because of one cheap part.

You give a mouse a cookie.....

I sold it the day i got it to avoid temptation. I already have another "bargain" Rolex project that needs love and money.

 

There is never enough love or money for a project Rolex- it's like trying to restore a boat.

 

A hole in the water you throw money into.

 

Thank you, I try to offer some fun stunning pieces for cheap money!