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Looking into buying my first vintage watch

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I'm looking at spending around 4-5 hundred CAD on a vintage mechanical or automatic watch. Is there any advice anyone can offer me?
I've read up extensively on Omega watches, but am not completely set on just those. What are some good watches to consider as an "intro" to collecting?
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Bagster60
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Aug 29, 2017
A point to also think about is size. Most older watches are a lot smaller than modern watches so consider how sat a 35mm watch would look on your wrist
Mouse8459
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Jul 28, 2017
If you have been looking at vintage Omegas, Id presume you have stopped by here https://omegaforums.net/
If not, you should :)
winstonbaby
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Jul 24, 2017
First and foremost find something that you like the looks of. Secondly, if you think that you'll be into collecting and buying and selling watches always look for something that will hold its value or not deprecate terribly. Omega watches are a good starting point, but I think they're a bit over priced even in the vintage market. Whatever you decide to buy make sure that there is a caveat and a listing or sale that you can return it if there is found a significant issue or problem. That can be a major major expense to repair. There are a lot of options in your price range... But lesser Brands may offer more complications or higher quality then more popular brands do at the same price. Also typically vintage watches can mean smaller watches anywhere from 33 to possibly 38 mm in diameter.
markubiler
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Jul 26, 2017
winstonbabySo if Omega is overpriced, what are some alternatives that you would suggest? I've looked at tissot and Hamilton but neither of those are quite as abundant as Omegas
winstonbaby
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Jul 27, 2017
markubilerA brand that I have been very interested in lately is vintage Girard perregaux. They have amazing watches in style and quality and most have in-house movements just like vintage omegas. I just did a quick search on completed sales in eBay for Girard Perrigo and there are numerous, just amazing looking watches that sold for $100 to $200..
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