Where to buy vintage omega watches

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vin0616

·May 26, 2020

Hello

if I were looking to purchase a vintage omega watch from the 60’s what is a reliable source? Is there a reliable site / dealer that focuses on these? What should I be on the look out for and what should I be aware of delving into the vintage watch market?

thank you

 

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FREDMAYCOIN

·May 26, 2020

Your at the one of the most reliable source to purchase vintage omegas.

 

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Dan S

·May 26, 2020

There are many threads on this topic. Here is one to get you started.
https://omegaforums.net/threads/buying-vintage-watches-advice-discussion.114321/

 

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vin0616

·May 26, 2020

Thank you I will look through that!

 

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vin0616

·May 26, 2020

Also if I purchase a vintage Omega watch does Omega repair/restore it? Or do all repairs and TLC need to be done by a private watch repair person?

 

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timecube

·May 26, 2020

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Also if I purchase a vintage Omega watch does Omega repair/restore it? Or do all repairs and TLC need to be done by a private watch repair person?

You can go either way. Omega will charge you a lot more, and may replace vintage parts willy-nilly, so they aren't normally recommended. A private watchmaker with an Omega parts account is likely to be better. Make sure you find one that has the parts account/is qualified for vintage repairs.

 

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vin0616

·May 26, 2020

Do you/anyone know one or two in the N.Y. area to recommend?

 

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efauser

·May 26, 2020

Does anyone use the search function? All of these questions have been asked and answered a hundred times.

 

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vin0616

·May 26, 2020

efauser

Does anyone use the search function? All of these questions have been asked and answered a hundred times.

Well then what does anyone have to post and talk about . May as well close the forum and make it a library

 

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timecube

·May 26, 2020

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Well then what does anyone have to post and talk about . May as well close the forum and make it a library

We post about our cats, sometimes.

 

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Dan S

·May 26, 2020

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timecube

·May 26, 2020

Dan S

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giphysucks.com

 

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Dan S

·May 26, 2020

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giphysucks.com

I'm working on it. 😀

 

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Dan S

·May 26, 2020

timecube

We post about our cats, sometimes.

 

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STANDY

·May 26, 2020·schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector

V vin0616

Hello

if I were looking to purchase a vintage omega watch from the 60’s what is a reliable source? Is there a reliable site / dealer that focuses on these? What should I be on the look out for and what should I be aware of delving into the vintage watch market?

thank you

Research and time will give you this answer.

Yes there are dealers but they charge a hefty premium, and can be just as much a minefield in finding the right one That’s reasonable priced and 100% honest

A few links below to get you started.

But my advice is spend some time looking at the one watch you want, and spend all your time reading and researching that one model

There are plenty of nice watches to be had.

V vin0616

Well then what does anyone have to post and talk about . May as well close the forum and make it a library

Checked a few books out for you.

https://omegaforums.net/threads/condition-condition-condition-and-other-pieces-of-advice.1716/


https://omegaforums.net/threads/learn-how-to-fish.52603/

 

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Walrus

·May 26, 2020

timecube

We post about our cats, sometimes.

 

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vin0616

·May 27, 2020

Is chrono24 a good source for vintage watches?
They have some amazing looking watches w many pictures including the movement.

 

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vin0616

·May 27, 2020

STANDY

Research and time will give you this answer.

Yes there are dealers but they charge a hefty premium, and can be just as much a minefield in finding the right one That’s reasonable priced and 100% honest

A few links below to get you started.

But my advice is spend some time looking at the one watch you want, and spend all your time reading and researching that one model

There are plenty of nice watches to be had.

Checked a few books out for you.

https://omegaforums.net/threads/condition-condition-condition-and-other-pieces-of-advice.1716/


https://omegaforums.net/threads/learn-how-to-fish.52603/

That constellation you have is stunning

 

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gatorcpa

·May 27, 2020·ΩF InvestiGator

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Is chrono24 a good source for vintage watches?

Only if you want to overpay. Good values there are few and far between.
When a fairly priced watch shows up, it is instantly sold.
gatorcpa

 

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TexOmega

·May 27, 2020

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Well then what does anyone have to post and talk about . May as well close the forum and make it a library

Some Texans live a hard-scrabble life and at times bring those sensibilities into our nice parlor with mud on their boots and sand in their hair. You got off pretty light, considering.


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