It's already at more than I would pay. It is a frankenwatch with a refinished dial. Looks nice and freshly serviced, maybe worth $300-$400 or so as a beater but certainly not worth a premium.

 

If this is your first automatic watch, and presumably your first Omega, I'd pass.


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Thanks for the feedback, gents. I guess it's a little optimistic to think that a 50 year old watch can look that new. I'm going to pass on the watch based on your comments. That being said, if the look of this is what I'm looking for aesthetically, do you have any recommendations as to any other type of watch that is similar? I'd say my price target is $2,500 or under. I'm a big fan of the leather strap as opposed to a steel band. Thanks again!

 

Thanks for the feedback, gents. I guess it's a little optimistic to think that a 50 year old watch can look that new.

Not optimistic at all with some patience. Bought this for under $400usd. Pristine condition 14k circa 1962. $2500 gets you into some top of the line vintage omegas. Black dial vintages of any maker are nearly always refinished because the black paint used degrades more over time. A nice white dial ss deville of the same era should be around $1000 for a pristine piece.

 

Hello and welcome to the forum. I won't comment on what one should or shouldn't pay, but I will point out that I find ebay to be a good barometer of market value. Seller hasn't listed at this price (he actually listed it at $0.99); potential buyers have indicated a willingness to pay this much. I have purchased two vintage Omega from this seller. I took both to a local watchmaker who confirmed that they had been very recently cleaned and oiled, so I do believe he actually does this rather than just claim to have done it in his listings (he uses a local watchmaker, with whom he put me in touch for a question I once had). He's fairly selective in what he offers. Of the multiple sellers on ebay, I would recommend him as one to follow for future listings. Good luck with your hunt. Be prepared to see one you'd REALLY like within ten days of finally buying your first one, though. It's the vintage curse.