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I'm looking to treat myself to a nice vintage gold Omega for a new job I've landed. My budget is around $2500 and I was interested in a gold-capped or solid gold. I like 35mm+, sub-seconds, and even numbers on a omega Beads of rice bracelet but probably can't be sourced at this price but I'm always hopeful.

I've checked out Omega Enthusiast and chrono24 as well was the "other" big watch forum but figured this was the best place to put my eyes.

Is there any good place to cross reference what case/reference go with which calibers? Or is that kind the big magic of knowing the art of vintage Omegas?

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Yup, I have a search saved, just figured this might be a good way to get to know the group, learn about some watches, and buy something special. Thanks to everyone who have been very patient with me.

(Edited as my intent was not to jump the post req for a wtb post, I genuinely want to learn and be part of the community.)
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Dan S Dan S
There's no harm in talking about what you want. But just to be clear, you are not allowed to make a want-to-buy post until you have 200 substantial posts as a member, and then it must be in the correct forum. So just be aware that phrases like "put out feelers" or "sweep the lanes" could be interpreted by the moderators in a certain way.

Rules: https://omegaforums.net/threads/ple...s-rules-for-all-listings-inc-parts-wtb.62372/

I certainly wasn't trying to break any rules, mostly because I didn't even notice the "WTB" forum existed or that it was referred to in that rule. I fully have nothing good to say for myself here other than I was super excited to find a vintage Omega.
 
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I've had my eye out for the 14k and 18k. I hear the 14k are more durable due to the nature of the alloy.

I was tossing around the differences between filled and capped and capped seemed to be the "better" of the 2 for longevity.
 
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For a gold cap, your budget is good to get you something nice. Here is a dealer I have bought from a few times. And they offer a two year warranty on their watches. People can argue about prices...but if you see something you like and want, that is a decision between you and the seller. Good luck with the hunt. Search: 10 results found for "Omega" - Second Time Around Watch Company
Mate you need to stop shilling for these insanely overpriced junk dealers, those watches are very mediocre and many times overpriced like $1750 for a calibre 613 Geneve Dynamic? Really?

I get that you bought a lot from those dudes but you got taken for a ride, don’t inflict that on others.
 
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johnireland johnireland
For a gold cap, your budget is good to get you something nice. Here is a dealer I have bought from a few times. And they offer a two year warranty on their watches. People can argue about prices...but if you see something you like and want, that is a decision between you and the seller. Good luck with the hunt. Search: 10 results found for "Omega" - Second Time Around Watch Company

Even taking price out of the equation, I’m struggling to find a single Omega in three pages of listings with a nice original dial.
 
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johnireland johnireland
For a gold cap, your budget is good to get you something nice. Here is a dealer I have bought from a few times. And they offer a two year warranty on their watches. People can argue about prices...but if you see something you like and want, that is a decision between you and the seller. Good luck with the hunt. Search: 10 results found for "Omega" - Second Time Around Watch Company


I was actually looking at their stuff earlier yesterday. I'm glad they come with at least 1 recommendation. Thanks!
 
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Even taking price out of the equation, I’m struggling to find a single Omega in three pages of listings with a nice original dial.

Or maybe not.

I was also checking out Omega Enthusiast as well. Seems like he has nice stuff and is very knowledgeable. But then again, I am not, so anyone else sounds like they know what they are talking about.
 
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Or maybe not.

I was also checking out Omega Enthusiast as well. Seems like he has nice stuff and is very knowledgeable. But then again, I am not, so anyone else sounds like they know what they are talking about.
Those dealers are primarily marketing to people who don’t know what they’re buying and making an absolute mint off them, you will do drastically better taking your time, learning what you like and what you really want and then learning how to fish so to speak, as otherwise you end up with a pretty badly butchered watch at an extreme premium price tag.
 
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Omega Enthusiast generally sells decent watches but the prices are extreme.
 
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dsio dsio
Those dealers are primarily marketing to people who don’t know what they’re buying and making an absolute mint off them, you will do drastically better taking your time, learning what you like and what you really want and then learning how to fish so to speak, as otherwise you end up with a pretty badly butchered watch at an extreme premium price tag.

I'll read the fishing post again. I like being educated and making my own decisions on things -- good or bad. I'd like to know what I'm looking at with eBay and chrono24 to make an informed choice and come away with a timepiece in reasonably wearable condition.

I have been finding value in the ebay post so I can see what's good in the forum's eyes so I can add it to my mental database.

Thanks!
 
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dsio dsio
Mate you need to stop shilling for these insanely overpriced junk dealers, those watches are very mediocre and many times overpriced like $1750 for a calibre 613 Geneve Dynamic? Really?

I get that you bought a lot from those dudes but you got taken for a ride, don’t inflict that on others.

My thoughts exactly. I almost find anything of interest on that dealer's site, and the prices are criminal.

Davidt Davidt
Omega Enthusiast generally sells decent watches but the prices are extreme.

Yes, extremely high prices, but at least there are some good watches. And they are all serviced, IIRC, which doesn't compensate for the the prices, but is a convenience for some buyers.
 
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My thoughts exactly. I almost find anything of interest on that dealer's site, and the prices are criminal.



Yes, extremely high prices, but at least there are some good watches. And they are all serviced, IIRC, which doesn't compensate for the the prices, but is a convenience for some buyers.

I figure a good 300 or more to service one of these and it seems not terrible. (I'm going to call my local watch shop and ask their cost today.) Everyone seems to recommend to have a newly acquired vintage piece sent for a service so I assume that should be factored into the purchase price anyway. Since I'm in the US, I'd pay some amount of import fees too.
 
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Dan S Dan S
My thoughts exactly. I almost find anything of interest on that dealer's site, and the prices are criminal.



Yes, extremely high prices, but at least there are some good watches. And they are all serviced, IIRC, which doesn't compensate for the the prices, but is a convenience for some buyers.

Agreed, OE is for most of us here with some buying experience over priced, but he does generally have a good eye and as far as I can tell certainly doesn't stock any junk grade watches
 
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Ok, how about something like this? Other than the fact that even I can look up that a 12.8xxxxxx serial number is from 1951, anything obviously wrong I should be noticing? Dial looks old enough and similar to another reference I found on this board. Movement seems ok, has the right part layout, caseback and the hexring look to be intact. Yes, it's polished but it's stated in the auction. 1953 Golden West Grand American shooting tourney checks out.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/185072186914?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
 
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RevZMan123 RevZMan123
Ok, how about something like this? Other than the fact that even I can look up that a 12.8xxxxxx serial number is from 1951, anything obviously wrong I should be noticing? Dial looks old enough and similar to another reference I found on this board. Movement seems ok, has the right part layout, caseback and the hexring look to be intact. Yes, it's polished but it's stated in the auction. 1953 Golden West Grand American shooting tourney checks out.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/185072186914?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
I’d avoid that one. Marks on the dial are hugely unattractive and the case is bad shape. Plus this is gold filled. That price is ludicrously high.
 
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Nepomuceño Nepomuceño
I’d avoid that one. Marks on the dial are hugely unattractive and the case is bad shape. Plus this is gold filled. That price is ludicrously high.

Good to know.

I assume these are the marks of an amateur watch repair shop? The lugs looked very smooth. I didn't even look into the crown.

But ok, I like learning. Good to know all of this, esp with pricing.
 
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