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  1. imt58 Aug 26, 2012

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    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/320969519833?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

    I make no apoligies for starting a new thread for the same watch; I seem to have shown that there is a huge difference in prices Stateside v UK. This watch seems to be 'punching well above it's weight' compared with very respectable US member valuations.
     
  2. ulackfocus Aug 26, 2012

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    It might not be just the difference between observed UK and US prices. The seller has a history of getting top dollar for his listings because he takes great pictures. There are a few others like him - Mike / Holben's Fine Watches and Tim / omega_addict come to mind.
     
  3. imt58 Aug 26, 2012

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    I've not seen one like this come up in the UK before so it looks like I might have to go further or wait longer!
     
  4. SpikiSpikester @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 26, 2012

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    This seller turns round loads of watches and also sells as Seamaster147, so it's worth keeping an eye on his other account too.
     
  5. SpikiSpikester @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 26, 2012

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    Recently I was talking to a dealer who said the strong prices in the UK have been created by the weak Euro and the strength of the £ against the Swiss Franc. Basically, new watch prices in the UK have taken longer to catch up with the Swiss prices than the rest of Europe, so the European buyers (especially Italian & German) have been buying up new watch stock in the UK & this has kept the market strong. In the strong market the vintage prices have been dragged up too, partly because new prices are staying firm & more people are getting interested in vintage as a reaction.

    I've no idea if it is true, but it sounds plausible & he is a long standing Omega dealer with some amazing stuff. He also reckoned the UK market & high prices are about to fall away, as this year is the first for a while where the £ prices will be more or less equivalent to the Swiss Franc prices so the market won't be buoyed by buyers from abroad and the recent strong demand will decline.
     
  6. imt58 Aug 27, 2012

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    Thanks. It's a shame this is tthe case when I've seen a watch I want!
     
  7. SpikiSpikester @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 27, 2012

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    Even if it is a correct analysis, it's bound to take a while for prices to come down - just look at how stubborn people are over house prices ;) . If you're buying to make a profit then it's a bigger deal than if you're buying for personal pleasure IMO.
     
  8. bob martian Aug 27, 2012

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    I agree. I will happily pay 20% more just to stop hunting.
     
  9. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Aug 27, 2012

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    Isn't the thrill of the hunt what it's all about? :D Well, at least for me it is.
    gatorcpa
     
  10. imt58 Aug 27, 2012

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    I'll keep you informed. I think I may have to take some pain here!
     
  11. ulackfocus Aug 27, 2012

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    Not me. I'll enjoy stalking my prey until I find one 20% under value. ;)

    Okay, maybe not a pristine example. In that case, I'll pay through the nose if necessary.
     
  12. imt58 Aug 27, 2012

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    Is this one pristine in your very expert opinion?
     
  13. ulackfocus Aug 27, 2012

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    First, I'm no expert. Unless you consider a fat kid an expert on candy and ice cream. Then I'm an expert in the same manner. :p

    That watch is certainly not pristine. I like the light & mostly even patina on the dial (and I usually despise patina).... probably because that's my favorite shape S in Seamaster so I'm a little more forgiving. That's the wrong crown - it should be a clover shape. Another minor thing since these are available. Hell, I have two new replacements floating around my parts box somewhere. Overall, I'd say it's a decent watch at $450 - $550 max (£285 - £350) so the seller isn't way off base.
     
  14. imt58 Aug 27, 2012

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    I'm already up to £420! The crown seems to be the only problem and can be rectified, however, the cost would be mine! I don't have the expertise.
     
  15. imt58 Aug 28, 2012

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    $700 already!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
     
  16. imt58 Aug 29, 2012

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    Could be cheap when compared with this BIN !


    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GENTS-VIN...es_Watches_MensWatches_GL&hash=item53ebd7a936Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network
     
  17. ulackfocus Aug 29, 2012

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  18. SpikiSpikester @ ΩF Staff Member Aug 30, 2012

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    Parkers increase their prices by 15% when they sell on eBay, to account for the fees . If you do see something you like from them, it's best to buy it through their website or direct instead of through the eBay listing.
     
  19. imt58 Aug 31, 2012

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    It's now up to £561 so clearly somebody else is after it !!!!!!!!!
    I think I might have to apply sensible head and let it go if it gets any higher.
     
  20. MSNWatch Vintage Omega Aficionado Staff Member Aug 31, 2012

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    This is a common piece that at its present price is worth double what a piece like this typically goes for. So my opinion here is watch auction for curiosity but avoid buying it.