Opinions on potential Ebay purchase

[Playsatan]

I've been looking to buy myself a modern Seamaster to compliment the 60's/70's De Ville I inherited from my grandfather. There's a few models to pick from as I'm sure everyone knows but my preference was for a black faced, full sized automatic.

Some browsing led me to the following....

http://www.ebay.com/itm/MENS-OMEGA-SEAMASTER-DIVER...

Given the fact I'm no expert on the brand or models, have never bought second hand before and that the sellers is half way around the world I'd appreciate any comments before I pull the trigger. I.e. is this a recommended model/movement, realistically priced, likely to be a fake or any other manner of rookie mistake?

Any comments to the good or bad would be appreciated.

[Fittster]

It's not a rare watch so why buy from the US? If there are any problems I'd rather I was telling with a seller in the same country as myself.

I assume you aren't based in the US.

[Playsatan]

You see, that's why I'm asking for advice.

I'm in the UK (Glasgow) but not familiar with any of the recommended sites other than Blowers and they don't have this model or anything near this price. I also fear given my level of knowledge (zero) that a private sale could leave me open to being ripped off.

A bit more internetting required I think.

[S6 Devil]

You will have tax and courier fees/costs on top of the purchase price. I would try to find one in the UK or EU. This one is on ebay although looks like it needs a good polish. I'd make an offer and have it sent to be polished (approx £80) http://www.russelltalerman.com/services.php#price_...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Omega-Seamaster-300-Prof...

Edited by S6 Devil on Tuesday 3rd January 17:44

[C8PPO]

Nice looking watch, and like you I'm no expert in these matters.

However, this alone would probably put me off:

Listing said:

"Original Box & Papers Not Included ; Generic Presentation Box"

Strikes me that that's what they always say when the authenticity of a watch "can't be proven".

[S6 Devil]

Just spotted this in the PH classifieds. Looks good and at a good price.

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3462752.htm

[Playsatan]

S6 Devil said:

Just spotted this in the PH classifieds. Looks good and at a good price.

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3462752.htm

Spotted that today and dropped an email with a couple of questions, awaiting reply.