wondering if anyone can help me out on deciding wether or not this watch is worth buying? I am really in love with the simplistic design of this watch and it sort of reminds me of the Patek Philippe Calatrava... is the dial original, hands, case? how much would you guy value this watch at? It’s currently for sale 500 USD overall and I am not too familiar with vintage omega watches. Info I know: REF 2375/3; 34 mm; goldfilled; 1950s; Serial movement 13496173; Caliber movement 344 Thanks to everyone in advance! Pics below
To me, the dial appears to be repainted - note that some of the lines in the seconds dial are different lengths, and the font is bit as crisp as I would expect. The movement, while not bad, has a bit of grime and could use a service. I am not familiar with the price of these, but personally would hold out for a better example.
If you're interested in a watch in this condition I would encourage you to STOP, put your money back in your pocket, and instead spend some time learning about what collectors value in a vintage watch. Start with these threads: https://omegaforums.net/threads/condition-condition-condition-and-other-pieces-of-advice.1716/ https://omegaforums.net/threads/learn-how-to-fish.52603/ https://omegaforums.net/threads/worst-redials.2304/ https://omegaforums.net/threads/for-the-new-members-read.23288/ Buy a book or two about vintage watches; learn how to spot an original dial and discern redials, frankens and fakes. Read the free advice on this forum. Then go back and look at those pictures you have posted, and tell us what you see wrong with them.