Would you, and is it worth it.........

[Sods Law]

I was going to buy a new Omega Speedmaster when I turned 30 however the year didn't pan out as planned so

But I just found this and I am tempted...

Omega Speedmaster 1979

I was born in 1979, sp it would be perfect.

I wouldnt normally spend this much for something that
I wont see till it lands but... Its a

Well the question is do I do it?

[CardShark]

I couldn't tell you if it's been priced well or not (someone will be along soon that'll know) but it is a lovely looking thing, Speedies are well respected watches. Birth watches are supposed to be pretty special and if you like it then why not? Better than buying new I'd say

[hilly10]

Top piece if you like GO for it. Me likes very much

[tertius]

Rather a strong price I would say, not sure if the cal. 861 carries a significant premium over the current 1861 (iirc) but I would say that is £6-800 more than I would expect to pay for a current-ish used model.

[andy tims]

It's not a silly price, but unless you're in Australia I'd try to source a more locally to avoid bank charges, getting ripped of on the currency exchange + VAT & a hefty release fee.

[custardtart]

Watches here in Aus are way more expensive than the UK so unless this is a "special price" I'd probably look for one in the UK first.

I need to add I've no idea on the market value for this watch but have been depressed at how much watches cost here and as this one is from a shop I know in one of Sydney most expensive areas I suspect it top dollar.

[Sods Law]

Ok, well I have 6 months till my next Bday so might hold off it was the 1979 that grabbed me.
I might contact them and see whats said

Cheers guys....