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bikeman

·Oct 8, 2020

Hi

New user here. Inherited a 67 Speedmaster which I'd like to sell.

I've noticed that chrono second hand stops after running for a minute. Figuring this would put off a purchaser I'm going to get it serviced. I have to say the cost of servicing is a bit of a shock.

Anyway, I've come across thewatchguy.co.uk, he seems to get a lot of recommendations from Seiko owners. He seems to know what he is doing and is a little cheaper than Simon Freese but has a very long wait time during which he wants the watch. He's also told me that Omega are no longer supplying parts to independents, which is a bit of a worry. Do any of you Omega owners have any experience of him?

I don't much like the idea of trusting the post so any recommended alternatives near Buckinghamshire would be also welcome.

Thanks

 

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efauser

·Oct 8, 2020

I don't think you can go wrong with either one. Once service has been done, work on getting 200 posts so you can sell it here.

 

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jaegodylan

·Oct 8, 2020

Is definitely stick with Freese as he has a parts account and is the man for Omega. You’ll be looking at about £300.

 

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dennisthemenace

·Oct 8, 2020

Describe it as needing a service if you're going to sell it. Most buyers of these watches would prefer their own trusted watchmakers to do any work needed.

 

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dennisthemenace

·Oct 8, 2020

jaegodylan

You’ll be looking at about £300.

Dream a little dream with me.

 

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jaegodylan

·Oct 8, 2020

dennisthemenace

Dream a little dream with me.

okay 280 plus VAT.

 

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padders

·Oct 9, 2020·Oooo subtitles!

jaegodylan

okay 280 plus VAT.

Simon Freese? You sure about that? Was more last time I used him. Even if it’s the case, £280 plus VAT isn’t £300, more like £335.

 

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jaegodylan

·Oct 9, 2020

I’ve had four done over the past couple of months so yes I’m sure. I did clearly state “around £300”

 

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padders

·Oct 9, 2020·Oooo subtitles!

jaegodylan

I’ve had four done over the past couple of months so yes I’m sure. I did clearly state “around £300”

Have you actually paid for any yet? If that is the case then he would be the best choice it’s true. You can get cheaper but not better.

 

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jaegodylan

·Oct 9, 2020

padders

Have you actually paid for any yet? If that is the case then he would be the best choice it’s true.

yes I have no reason to deceive and am not acting as any source of advertising.. just saying he does a great job at a reasonable price.

 

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Davidt

·Oct 9, 2020

Regardless, to the OP, don't service it. If I'm buying a vintage Speedmaster I was it servicing to my specs.

 

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jaegodylan

·Oct 9, 2020

Davidt

Regardless, to the OP, don't service it. If I'm buying a vintage Speedmaster I was it servicing to my specs.

sure that’s one approach but for many a service by a respected watchmaker certainly adds value.

 

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Davidt

·Oct 9, 2020

It tends to be collectors who’ll pay top dollar for a vintage speedmaster, especially in a private sale, and very few/no collectors want it serviced prior to coming into their possession.

if the watch were being sold by a dealer then yes, a service probably adds value as they’re primarily selling to non collector clients.

 

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Archer

·Oct 9, 2020·Omega Qualified Watchmaker

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Anyway, I've come across thewatchguy.co.uk, he seems to get a lot of recommendations from Seiko owners. He seems to know what he is doing and is a little cheaper than Simon Freese but has a very long wait time during which he wants the watch. He's also told me that Omega are no longer supplying parts to independents, which is a bit of a worry.

Omega supplies parts to independent watchmakers, so what he is telling you in that regard is false. Omega stopped selling parts to third party resellers of parts (parts distributors like Otto Frei in the US, Cousins in the UK, etc.), so watchmakers who never had a parts account with Omega and relied on those resellers, will have trouble finding parts.

Any watchmaker who wants to can get parts from Omega by meeting their requirements. While many will say these requirements are very onerous in terms of the equipment required, most watchmakers with a well equipped modern shop already meet them.

Omega did this to cut out the middle men, and I personally order parts directly from Omega all the time.

Cheers, Al

 

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bikeman

·Oct 9, 2020

jaegodylan

I’ve had four done over the past couple of months so yes I’m sure. I did clearly state “around £300”

It's £350 + VAT now. £420 in real money

 

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bikeman

·Oct 9, 2020

Interesting comments re the pros and cons of servicing it. Maybe I wont bother.

I've got a rough idea of value but would it be worth posting the details/photos to see what others think?

 

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asrnj77

·Oct 9, 2020

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Interesting comments re the pros and cons of servicing it. Maybe I wont bother.

I've got a rough idea of value but would it be worth posting the details/photos to see what others think?

This will get you a big slap on the wrist. I thInk the other issues to consider are that unless you are offering something at a fantastic value or are doing face to face deals, few people will consider sending thousands of dollars/pounds to somebody with 3 posts. Your best bet is to post on something like Chrono24 and sell there. You can search watchrecon.com and watchpatrol.net to get an idea on asking prices

 

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Davidt

·Oct 10, 2020

asrnj77

This will get you a big slap on the wrist. I thInk the other issues to consider are that unless you are offering something at a fantastic value or are doing face to face deals, few people will consider sending thousands of dollars/pounds to somebody with 3 posts. Your best bet is to post on something like Chrono24 and sell there. You can search watchrecon.com and watchpatrol.net to get an idea on asking prices

I don't see why this would be frowned upon. As long as the OP knows they cannot sell here due to lack of posts, there's no problem posting pictures and asking for opinions on price.

 

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jaegodylan

·Oct 10, 2020

Certainly worth seeing. You can also get a good idea of value at ilovemyspeedmaster.com if you have the model and serial number.

 

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bikeman

·Oct 10, 2020

Davidt

I don't see why this would be frowned upon. As long as the OP knows they cannot sell here due to lack of posts, there's no problem posting pictures and asking for opinions on price.

My thoughts exactly.