1962 and all that....
Discussion
Ok, so I am going to buy myself a little present, and I am thinking of purchasing a watch made in the year of my birth ..1962.
I am leaning towards an Omega Seamaster, in 18ct gold, ( its the only watch of the era that I grew up being aware of because my uncle had one) but could be pursuaded to something else if it took my fancy. ( I did see a lovely Breitling that was simple and elegant, but also, sadly, sold! )
Anyway, i am seeing prices for the Seamaster anywhere from 1200 pounds to 2500 pounds ( and some higher than that). Is that about the right level or do I need to budget more? Also, where to buy from and what to look out for? I am something of a watch novice so any tips, recommendations or help will be greatly appreciated.
I am leaning towards an Omega Seamaster, in 18ct gold, ( its the only watch of the era that I grew up being aware of because my uncle had one) but could be pursuaded to something else if it took my fancy. ( I did see a lovely Breitling that was simple and elegant, but also, sadly, sold! )
Anyway, i am seeing prices for the Seamaster anywhere from 1200 pounds to 2500 pounds ( and some higher than that). Is that about the right level or do I need to budget more? Also, where to buy from and what to look out for? I am something of a watch novice so any tips, recommendations or help will be greatly appreciated.
OK, I have been offered a watch that appears to match my spec from a reputable dealer.
However, whilst it has the original box, it does not have the original papers - Is this important. The dealer is claiming that the lack of papers is of no concern.
Also, the watch is being presented as a Omega Seamaster De Ville, But the images of the face show that it does not say De Ville on it. Is this normal? I have seen some other Seamater De Villes from the same era (early 1960s) and they do say De Ville
Confused!
However, whilst it has the original box, it does not have the original papers - Is this important. The dealer is claiming that the lack of papers is of no concern.
Also, the watch is being presented as a Omega Seamaster De Ville, But the images of the face show that it does not say De Ville on it. Is this normal? I have seen some other Seamater De Villes from the same era (early 1960s) and they do say De Ville
Confused!
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