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Which watches are considered classic vintage watches, but aren't too expensive?

  1. Perrier Apr 2, 2019

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    Hi all

    I own an Omega Constellation from 1956, and I consider it a classic vintage watch. My definition of this is it's beautiful, the design is timeless, and it's movement is reliable. It's also a name brand.

    Perhaps you have a different definition, but I think you probably understand my meaning.

    What are some other "classic vintage watches" in a similar price bracket to an old Omega Constellation? I guess that means somewhere between $1500 - $3500.

    Thanks for your comments.
     
  2. ext1 Apr 2, 2019

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    I'd say UG Polerouter/Polarouter is a classic at that range! Maybe Reverso counts in the list too.
     
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  3. hoipolloi Vintage Omega Connoisseur Apr 2, 2019

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    A Zenith 135.
     
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  4. jshaw083 Apr 2, 2019

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    Longines Conquest from 1950-1960
     
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  5. Dan S Apr 2, 2019

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    JLC Memovox
     
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  6. fastfras Apr 2, 2019

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    There are a number of Swiss watches that fall into that category, Particularly if you want to consider chronographs, even the quartz Heuer pieces are gaining value. Let's not forget Tudor, IWC et al.
     
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  7. Shabbaz Apr 2, 2019

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    Most iwc's with cal 852/853/8531/8541/89..
     
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  8. Dan S Apr 2, 2019

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    I assumed that the OP was looking for a specific model name, not entire brands or calibers. I guess maybe I didn't "understand his meaning" after all. :D
     
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  9. BenBagbag Apr 2, 2019

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    I think the Zodiac Seawolf is up there, Glycine Airman. But those are both a bit more rugged. I think I'd prefer a Conquest as others have mentioned.
     
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  10. Shabbaz Apr 2, 2019

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    Oh. I gues you're right... you see... 6 years of college and it was all worth it...
     
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  11. pweingarten Apr 2, 2019

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    Doxa 300t in my book
     
  12. Basset Hound Apr 2, 2019

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    JLC Powerwind or Futurematic but I say this with a caveat as they can be difficult and expensive to repair.
     
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  13. Shabbaz Apr 2, 2019

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    Well. I mean this. Iconic pellaton movement with typical calatrava-ish case design...
     
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  14. Dan S Apr 2, 2019

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    These are great pieces, and exactly what first got me into watches. My father had a watch very similar to that one ... sadly it is a re-dial.
     
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  15. dennisthemenace Hey, he asked for it! Apr 2, 2019

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    Speedmaster 3510 "reduced".
     
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  16. wkimmd Apr 2, 2019

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    My first vintage watch was a Memovox, @Dan S !
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  17. Dan S Apr 2, 2019

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  18. Inpw Apr 2, 2019

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    Any of the Enicar supercompressors - if you also want to include sportier watches, that is!
     
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  19. dputydwg1 Apr 2, 2019

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    What no Pateks or VC's? Oh that's right he said in the same price range...Maybe an Eterna Kontiki? I've been eyeing those on e&ay lately but have no specific knowledge of what to buy.
     
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  20. MRC Apr 2, 2019

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    Fish are not biting today :whistling:

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