Omega Seamaster Professional

[BMW F22]

I am looking into picking up either a used or new (if it's a good price) Omega Seamaster. Can you guys offer any tips or advice as to how much I can expect to pay for a new or used Seamaster?

I don't know whether Co-Axial is better or not. I'm not looking for a GMT or Chrono- just the old James Bond style one.

Thanks much!!

[BMW F22]

Found this one. Is it a good price?

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/fs-...a-1402722.html

[TSM330i]

Check out watchrecon.com
This site brings in many forums and you can search by the exact watch you're interested in. Make sure they are a trusted seller if you're buying used. There are still creeps out there who will try to rip you off.
Good-luck!

[BMW F22]

^ thank you very much for that website! I'll check it out when I get a chance.

[vsix]

Yep, I can only second that! Definately check out watchrecon.com! Good luck!

[BMW F22]

Missed out on a good one at $1375. Will keep looking. Thanks again guys!

[BMW F22]

I found one I liked and was able to make a fair deal on it. This is my first Omega/automatic watch ever. I looked into one 2220.80 5 or 6 years ago but didn't go through with it. I looked again after that and found that that the prices have been raised (by 15-20%). I was looking for the original Bond watch though and had my mind set on the 2531.80. I'm so happy/excited right now!

Thank you for everyone's help!

PS- the pix below are from the seller's thread. The watch will be here next week.

[vsix]

I didn't posted but followed your thread
Omega is a very good brand, it's a very special watch! I hope that with your entry into the watch world, you also get a chance to find true treasures as Sinn, Fortis, Breitling and Panerai.
Wonderful pieces of art that's how I call them.
One thing for sure though, one day and that's a must, that's what we all watch-enthusiast's allready have been through, you will benefit yourself with a nice Rolex Submariner.
Don't miss the Rolex Submariner!!!!

[BMW F22]

Originally Posted by vsix

I didn't posted but followed your thread
Omega is a very good brand, it's a very special watch! I hope that with your entry into the watch world, you also get a chance to find true treasures as Sinn, Fortis, Breitling and Panerai.
Wonderful pieces of art that's how I call them.
One thing for sure though, one day and that's a must, that's what we all watch-enthusiast's allready have been through, you will benefit yourself with a nice Rolex Submariner.
Don't miss the Rolex Submariner!!!!

Yeah, for sure. I really do like the Submariner. I will get one in the future. I promised my dad that I would get him a Rolex Submariner so that will probably come first. I'll get mine after that.

[gazosnic]

I bought this watch new about 11 years ago and it has been perfect! Highly recommend.

[BMW F22]

Out of curiosity, how many of you guys here use watch winders? I came to conclusion that I don't need one but curious to see what you guys use/don't use.

[gazosnic]

Originally Posted by BMW F22

Out of curiosity, how many of you guys here use watch winders? I came to conclusion that I don't need one but curious to see what you guys use/don't use.

i dont... not that hard to wind it when i use mine. I rotate a couple as dailys and then have a few that get special use. IMO just get a nice box for storage.

[BMW F22]

Originally Posted by gazosnic

i dont... not that hard to wind it when i use mine. I rotate a couple as dailys and then have a few that get special use. IMO just get a nice box for storage.

Why not just use the box the watch came with?

[overcoil]

Originally Posted by gazosnic

i dont... not that hard to wind it when i use mine. I rotate a couple as dailys and then have a few that get special use. IMO just get a nice box for storage.

I agree with you but for perpetual calendar or without quick date advance the winder is more necessary.
When I had an automatic I used a winder, some said constant pulling out the stem introduced dust - but others say BS, I just like the conscience

[gazosnic]

Originally Posted by BMW F22

Why not just use the box the watch came with?

I have about 8 watches. One nice display case is more convienient and nice way to store a collection.

[BMW F22]

Originally Posted by gazosnic

I have about 8 watches. One nice display case is more convienient and nice way to store a collection.

Ah that makes sense. I was going to say it doesn't quite make sense for me since I just bought my first one (albeit used).

[tony20009]

Originally Posted by BMW F22

Found this one. Is it a good price?

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/fs-...a-1402722.html

For an SMP with the co-axial escapement movement inside, it'd be an excellent price. For one having the older, ETA2892-based 1120 movement inside (a perfectly fine chronometer grade movement), I'd say it's neither good nor bad given the condition of the watch as cited the seller. I'd say it's a fair price.

That particular model has been discontinued, so there's no way to compare it against new watch pricing unless you can find a grey market seller who still has one available.

You can get some sense of how they were prices some years back here: http://forums.watchuseek.com/f20/253...ce-441272.html . There are likely other threads/posts that discuss/mention more current pricing on WUS or other forums.

All the best.

[BMW F22]

Originally Posted by tony20009

For an SMP with the co-axial escapement movement inside, it'd be an excellent price. For one having the older, ETA2892-based 1120 movement inside (a perfectly fine chronometer grade movement), I'd say it's neither good nor bad given the condition of the watch as cited the seller. I'd say it's a fair price.

That particular model has been discontinued, so there's no way to compare it against new watch pricing unless you can find a grey market seller who still has one available.

You can get some sense of how they were prices some years back here: http://forums.watchuseek.com/f20/253...ce-441272.html . There are likely other threads/posts that discuss/mention more current pricing on WUS or other forums.

All the best.

Thank you for the insightful post! I posted that listing before I knew any better. I looked around, kept an eye out and was able to get one in pretty good condition for about $1,400. I think that is a fair deal for one with calibre 1120.

[tony20009]

Originally Posted by BMW F22

Thank you for the insightful post! I posted that listing before I knew any better. I looked around, kept an eye out and was able to get one in pretty good condition for about $1,400. I think that is a fair deal for one with calibre 1120.

You're welcome. Enjoy your SMP when it arrives. I find Omega watches excellent in so many ways for daily wear use. A Constellation has been my daily wearer for over 20 years.

My Seamaster is one having the 1120 inside. I am very satisfied with it. Someday, I'll grab an Omega of some sort just to have a co-axial escapement movement, but right now, doing so isn't a priority. I've held off buying one for two reasons:

• I want to wait until the "dust settles," and it becomes clearer to me just which one will have the most "collector significance." (Speedy manual, Speedy automatic, Seamaster, DeVille, or one of the limited edition versions of the aforementioned models.) Right now, I suspect I'll go with a DeVille as I don't have a DeVille and I will soon have an Alaska Speedy.
• Waiting to be certain the A through C versions of the 2500 series of co-axial movements are no longer in the NOS market.

All the best.

[MikesBMW]

I have this one. It's just over a year old. MSRP was $6,400 and I paid over $5,000. I'll sell it to you for $3,600

http://www.omegawatches.com/collecti...23230422101003

[BMW F22]

Originally Posted by BMW135iMike

I have this one. It's just over a year old. MSRP was $6,400 and I paid over $5,000. I'll sell it to you for $3,600

http://www.omegawatches.com/collecti...23230422101003

Beautilful watch!! And good price. I'll pass though. I got what I wanted. Going to save up and get my father a Submariner.

[m4 java green]

Enjoy the watch! I have the exact same one!