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Omega Constellation 27 Very good 34mm Automatic
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Omega Constellation
Automatic Vintage Men’s Watch 1968 Serviced + Warranty
1 629
Free shipping
Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Very good Steel 40mm Automatic
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Rolex GMT-Master
1675 MK1 Long E Pepsi Faded Bezel 1966 Box + Cosc
16 890
+ €150 for shipping
Rolex 1016 Very good Steel 36mm Automatic
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Rolex
Explorer Mark III Dial 1016
19 212
Free shipping
Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch 145.022 - 69 ST Good Steel 42mm Manual winding Finland, Helsinki
Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch
145.022-69 Pre-Moon Pulsometer
8 990
+ €100 for shipping
Rolex Day-Date 36 18038 Very good Yellow gold 36mm Automatic Finland, Jyväskylä
Rolex Day-Date 36
18038
18 900
+ €20 for shipping
Vacheron Constantin Very good Rose gold 41mm Manual winding
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Vacheron Constantin
shape in 18kt rose gold from the 1950s
6 800
Free shipping
Rolex Day-Date Oysterquartz 19048 Good Yellow gold 36mm Quartz Finland, HELSINKI
Rolex Day-Date Oysterquartz
36mm 19048 Factory set FULLSET
21 950
+ €10 for shipping
Rolex Datejust 31 68273 Very good Gold/Steel 31mm Automatic
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Rolex Datejust 31
'Champagne Diamond Dial - Jubilee' Ref. 68273
7 450
+ €150 for shipping
Ulysse Nardin Very good Steel 36mm Manual winding
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Ulysse Nardin
Carrera tri-compax Valjoux 72 Chronograph pre-Daytona
8 370
+ €29 for shipping
Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Very good Gold/Steel 26mm Automatic
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Rolex Lady-Datejust
69173 Steel and 18K Yellow Gold Champagne Diamond Bezel Watch
5 665
+ €147 for shipping
Cartier Pasha 30003 Very good Yellow gold 38mm Quartz
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Cartier Pasha
18K (0,750) Gelbgold Herrenuhr Gold Perpetual Calendar Ref. 30003
10 000
+ €59 for shipping
Rolex Datejust 36 1601 Very good Yellow gold 36mm Automatic
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Rolex Datejust 36
18K Gelbgold Gold 750 Automatic Automatik Herrenuhr cal.1570 Mint
14 900
+ €100 for shipping
Rolex Precision Rolex Precision 228 vintage 18k & Diamonds Very good White gold 15mm Manual winding
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Rolex Precision
Vintage Precision Lady 18k Diamonds 228
8 995
+ €190 for shipping
Rolex Datejust 36 16013 Good Gold/Steel 36mm Automatic Finland, Jyväskylä
Rolex Datejust 36
16013
6 500
+ €20 for shipping
Rolex Datejust 36 1601 Very good Steel 36mm Automatic
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Rolex Datejust 36
1601 / Silver Grey Linen Dial / Steel White Gold / Jubilee / 36mm / 1971
4 709
Free shipping
Patek Philippe Vintage 2488 Good Yellow gold 28mm Manual winding Finland, HELSINKI
Patek Philippe Vintage
2488
7 400
+ €10 for shipping
Rolex Datejust 36 1603 Very good Steel 36mm Automatic
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Rolex Datejust 36
'Grey Dial - Jubilee' Ref. 1603
5 585
+ €150 for shipping
Heuer 73321T Fair Steel 36mm Manual winding Finland, Porvoo
Heuer
Pre-Carrera
2 400
+ €10 for shipping
Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Very good Gold/Steel 26mm Automatic
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Rolex Lady-Datejust
Steel and 18K Gold Champagne Diamond and Ruby Bezel Watch
5 570
+ €147 for shipping
Cartier Tortue 96069 Very good Yellow gold 26.5mm Manual winding
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Cartier Tortue
Paris Lady 18K (0,750) Gold Handaufzug Damenuhr Ref. 96069
9 550
+ €59 for shipping
Patek Philippe Calatrava 3442/1 Very good Yellow gold 28mm Manual winding
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Patek Philippe Calatrava
Lady 28mm 18K Gold Gelbgold Handaufzug Manual cal.23-300 Vintage Medium MidSize
5 490
+ €100 for shipping
Rolex Submariner Date 16803 Very good Gold/Steel 40mm Automatic
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Rolex Submariner Date
"Sultan" Dial Ref. 16803 Never Polished Amazing Conditions Year 1987
14 400
+ €149 for shipping
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Very good Steel 34mm Manual winding Finland, Jyväskylä
Rolex Oysterdate Precision
Oyster Date Precision
3 250
+ €20 for shipping
Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Very good Gold/Steel 26mm Automatic
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Rolex Lady-Datejust
69173 / Gold Dial / BOX & PAPERS / Gold/Steel Two-Tone Jubilee / 26mm / 1989
4 504
Free shipping
Rolex Submariner (No Date) 5513 Good Steel 40mm Automatic Finland, HELSINKI
Rolex Submariner (No Date)
40mm 5513 Meters First 1970 All orginal
18 950
+ €10 for shipping
Heuer 110.503 Fair Steel 42mm Automatic
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Heuer
Vintage Montreal Cal. 12 SERVICED
4 832
+ €72 for shipping
Omega Seamaster 196.0054 Good Steel Quartz Finland, Porvoo
Omega Seamaster
Quartz
1 100
+ €10 for shipping
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Date 69240 Very good Steel 26mm Automatic
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady Date
Datejust Steel and 18K Gold Silver Index Diamond Sapphire Bezel Watch
4 742
+ €147 for shipping
Patek Philippe Vintage 3494 Very good Yellow gold 26mm Manual winding
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Patek Philippe Vintage
18K (0,750) Gelbgold Handaufzug Herrenuhr Gold Ref. 3494
9 150
+ €59 for shipping
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 3567 Very good Yellow gold 27mm Manual winding
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Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse
d´OR 18K Gold Gelbgold Yellow Handaufzug manual cal. 175
5 490
+ €100 for shipping

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Rolex Datejust 36 1601 Very good Gold/Steel 36mm Automatic
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Rolex Datejust 36
mm Ref. 1601 Brown Dial Excellent Condition
5 300
+ €149 for shipping
Heuer 1158 Very good Yellow gold 38mm Automatic
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Heuer
Carrera Heuer Chronograph Cal. 12 Buren Yellow Gold 18 kt
21 900
+ €300 for shipping
Rolex Explorer 1016 Very good Steel 36mm Automatic Finland, Espoo
Rolex Explorer
1016
19 800
Excl. shipping
Private Seller
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea 116660 Very good Steel 44mm Automatic Finland, HELSINKI
Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea
16660 1985 FULLSET Rolex Service 2017
16 900
+ €10 for shipping
Fortis 8001 Fair Steel 39mm Manual winding
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Fortis
Vintage Marinemaster Chronograph Ref. 8001 Valjoux 72
3 804
+ €72 for shipping
Tissot Tissot Pointer Date 27 Good Steel 35,1mm Manual winding Finland, Porvoo
Tissot
Pointer Date
990
+ €10 for shipping
Rolex Lady-Datejust 6917 Very good Steel 26mm Automatic
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Rolex Lady-Datejust
White Roman Dial Steel and 18k Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
4 180
+ €147 for shipping
Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 4382 Very good Yellow gold 28mm Manual winding
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Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse
Diamanten 18K (0,750) Gold Handaufzug Damenuhr Ref. 4382
9 150
+ €59 for shipping
Rolex Submariner Date 1680 Very good Steel 40mm Automatic Finland, Imatra
Rolex Submariner Date
1680 from 1975 SERVICED 2021
14 950
+ €9 for shipping
Vacheron Constantin Patrimony 7811 Very good Yellow gold 33mm Manual winding
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Vacheron Constantin Patrimony
7811 Patrimony Excellent Conditions Full Set
4 500
+ €149 for shipping
Rolex GMT-Master 1675 Good Gold/Steel 40mm Automatic
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Rolex GMT-Master
"Tropical-Nipple Dial" Ref.1675
19 500
+ €100 for shipping
Good Steel 34,5mm Manual winding Finland, Raisio
Travita incabloc
135
Excl. shipping
Private Seller
Omega Very good Yellow gold 40mm Quartz Finland, HELSINKI
Omega
TC 18K 1972 Solid Gold Extremely rare Unpolished
15 900
+ €10 for shipping
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16660 Unworn Steel 40mm Automatic
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Rolex Sea-Dweller
Ref. 16660 " Triple Six " Like N.O.S. 1986
18 900
+ €120 for shipping
Seiko King 44-9990 Good Steel 36.6mm Manual winding Finland, Porvoo
Seiko King
44-9990
880
+ €10 for shipping
Rolex Lady-Datejust 69173 Very good Gold/Steel 26mm Automatic
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Rolex Lady-Datejust
26 Champagne Roman Dial Steel and 18k Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
4 708
+ €147 for shipping
Audemars Piguet Millenary 14908 Very good Yellow gold 34.5mm Automatic
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Audemars Piguet Millenary
18K (0,750) Gold Automatik Herrenuhr Ref. 14908
6 950
+ €59 for shipping
Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch 145.022 Very good Yellow gold 42mm Manual winding
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Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch
De Luxe Apollo XI gold 18KT Full Set 1969's
56 850
+ €250 for shipping
Tudor Prince Oysterdate tudor 7970 Good Steel 32mm Automatic
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Tudor Prince Oysterdate
Vintage 32 mm Steel Black "Rosetta" Dial Ref. 7970
2 300
+ €149 for shipping
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15000ST Good Steel 33mm Automatic
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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak
vintage Royal Oak 15000ST
22 500
+ €45 for shipping
Good 34mm Manual winding Finland, Helsinki
Leijona AS1130
100
Excl. shipping
Private Seller
Heuer 273.006 Good Steel 38mm Quartz Finland, HELSINKI
Heuer
2000 38mm Chronograph 273.006 Vintage swiss watch pre Tag Heuer 70s
1 450
+ €10 for shipping
Tudor Submariner 7928 Very good Steel 39mm Automatic
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Tudor Submariner
7928 Pointed Crown Guards Gilt Swiss Only 1963 Never Polished
15 850
+ €120 for shipping
Seiko King 45-8000 Good Steel 36,6mm Manual winding Finland, Porvoo
Seiko King
45-8000
800
+ €10 for shipping
Rolex Datejust 36 16013 Very good Gold/Steel 36mm Automatic
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Rolex Datejust 36
Mens Steel 18k Gold Champagne Index Dial Datejust Watch Leather Band
5 417
+ €147 for shipping
Patek Philippe Gondolo 3528/1 Very good White gold 26mm Manual winding
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Patek Philippe Gondolo
18K (0,750) Weissgold Handaufzug Herrenuhr Ref. 3528/1
7 150
+ €59 for shipping
Omega Speedmaster 2915-2 Very good Steel 39mm Manual winding
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Omega Speedmaster
CK 2915-2 chocolate dial Full Set 1959’s
118 000
+ €250 for shipping
Cartier Santos (submodel) 0906 Very good Yellow gold 24mm Automatic
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Cartier Santos
Octagon 18K.YellowGold "Factory Diamonds Setting"
6 450
+ €125 for shipping
Rolex Submariner Date 16808 Very good Yellow gold 40mm Automatic
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Rolex Submariner Date
18Karat Gelbgold R-Serie 16808 Rolex Service 2010 mit Beleg
30 250
+ €45 for shipping
Casio 308 Very good Quartz Finland, HELSINKI
Casio
AQW 308-5
700
Excl. shipping
Private Seller
Gübelin Fair Gold/Steel Automatic Finland, HELSINKI
Gübelin
Triple Calendar Moonphase 1950s 37mm
11 800
+ €10 for shipping
Very good Finland, Muurame
Belinda vintage 14ct gold jubilee serviced in very good condition
295
+ €10 for shipping
Seiko Chronograph 7A38-7270 Very good Steel Quartz Finland, Porvoo
Seiko Chronograph
7A38-7270
390
+ €10 for shipping

Vintage Watches: A Piece of Watch History

Vintage watches appeal to a wide audience. They offer the chance to buy high-quality, pre-owned watches at attractive prices. Both watch enthusiasts who love particular designs and collectors of expensive, rare pieces will get their money's worth.


5 Reasons to Buy a Vintage Watch

  • Rare and coveted models make good investments
  • Many older watches are much more affordable than new watches
  • The perfect accessory for fans of styles from bygone decades
  • Watches with character: Each watch comes with its own history
  • Vintage watches come with a sense of nostalgia

Not New, Not Retro, but Old and Charming

Whether it's furniture, cars, or watches, vintage products are in vogue. The community of fans has flourished in recent years, especially in the watch sector. Many vintage watches have long been out of production, making them particularly rare today. They often feature exotic designs from times long ago. Lovers of particular decades will find the perfect accessory in a vintage watch.

Furthermore, every dent, scratch, and mark on older timepieces comes with its own unique story. Some models are even the stuff of legends, having been owned by actors, politicians, or famous athletes. Of course, such vintage watches aren't exactly a bargain. Take Paul Newman's personal Daytona, for example – it is the most expensive wristwatch of all time.

Mass-produced vintage watches, such as the Junghans Trilastic, sit at the other end of the spectrum. This model is available at very affordable prices today. You can even get some examples for less than 100 USD. A popular vintage model is the Omega Speedmaster Professional with the reference number 145.022, which was produced from 1968 to the early 1980s. At around 5,800 USD, it is one of the more affordable vintage Speedmasters.


When does a watch become vintage?

Vintage watches have enjoyed widespread popularity for a while now. Watch fans around the world are on the hunt for rare, decades-old timepieces. But when is a watch considered vintage? No one can say for sure.

Time is an important factor. Watch expert Robert-Jan Broer from the site FratelloWatches considers watches from 1990 or earlier to be vintage. However, Broer also says that everyone can decide for themselves if they consider an older watch vintage or not.

However, once a watch is around 30 years old, it's safe to say it is vintage.


How much do vintage watches cost?

Model Price Features
Rolex Daytona Paul Newman Starting at 234,000 USD Chronograph, Paul Newman dial
Rolex Submariner "Red Sub," Ref. 1680 Starting at 15,200 USD Diving watch
Rolex Explorer II, Ref. 1655 About 20,800 USD 12 and 24-hour displays
Heuer Autavia, Ref. 2446C Starting at 11,700 USD Chronograph
Omega Speedmaster Professional, Ref. 145.022 About 5,800 USD Chronograph, first watch on the Moon
Breitling Navitimer, Ref. 806 About 5,600 USD Chronograph, slide rule bezel

Coveted Vintage Omega Watch: The Speedmaster

The Speedmaster Professional is one of the most coveted Omega models. Even though the Biel-based manufacturer still produces an almost unaltered version of this wristwatch, vintage versions of the so-called "Moonwatch" are extremely popular. This is especially true of those with the reference numbers 105.012 and 145.012 , the original Speedmaster Professional models and also the ones that flew to the Moon with Apollo 11. Buzz Aldrin was wearing his ref. 105.012 as he became the second person ever to step on the lunar surface. If you're interested in this watch, be prepared to spend around 13,200 USD. You can purchase the ref. 145.012 for as little as 9,200 USD.

Omega released the first Speedmaster in conjunction with the Seamaster 300 and the Railmaster back in 1957. The original Speedmaster bears the reference number CK2915, but is not a Moonwatch. The Speedmaster ref. CK2915 is so rare today that its prices have risen astronomically. One of the earliest examples from 1958 sold at auction for a record 275,508 USD, making it the most expensive Speedmaster of all time. The ref. CK2998 succeeded the CK2915 and has a design more similar to that of the Moonwatch. Prices for this timepiece come in at around 29,200 USD.


Heuer Autavia – a Vintage Chronograph in High Demand

Collections no longer in production usually yield high prices in the vintage watch market as well. The Autavia chronograph from Heuer, for example, was beloved by race car drivers in the early 1970s. However, the manufacturer is now called TAG Heuer, and the Autavia was only reintroduced in 2017. Pre-owned, it typically costs more than a significant number of new watches from this Swiss brand. A well-maintained Autavia can cost upwards of 12,800 USD. However, whether someone would choose to part with such an old treasure is a different question altogether. The new Autavia with an automatic in-house caliber demands around 4,100 USD.


Breitling Navitimer – an Icon Among Pilot's Watches

The Breitling Navitimer is one of the world's most famous pilot's watches. A slide rule bezel is the most characteristic feature of this chronograph. The wearer can use it to make various mathematical calculations, such as rates of climb and descent, speed, and fuel consumption. Early Navitimers from the 1950s have the reference number 806. Manual calibers like the Venus 178 and Valjoux 72 are still ticking away inside these timepieces. Those with a Valjoux movement are particularly rare. If you're looking to purchase a Navitimer ref. 806, be sure to have between 3,500 and 11,700 USD on hand.

The first automatic versions of the Navitimer are also interesting collector's items. One of the world's first automatic chronograph movements powers these timepieces: the caliber 11. The Breitling Navitimer Chrono-Matic is characterized by both its left-hand crown and its "fried egg" shaped case. You can purchase examples from the 1970s for as little as 2,300 USD. Well-maintained pieces and gold models can cost as much as 11,700 USD.


Often Much More Affordable

Purchasing a vintage watch has many advantages, including the price. One good example is the Omega Seamaster, a prestigious collection that has been in production since 1948. A new Seamaster with a mechanical movement costs between 3,500 and 5,800 USD. However, you can find automatic and manual versions from past decades for between 580 and 1,200 USD in good or very good condition. If you're a fan of vintage watches, you can get a famous watch from one of the top Swiss manufacturers for relatively little money. A 50-year-old Omega, Rolex, or Breitling displays your status as a watch lover just as well as a new timepiece. That being said, not all vintage watches are less expensive than their modern counterparts.


Vintage Watches as an Investment

Many vintage watches are so rare and highly sought-after that their current market prices have reached enormous heights. The most famous example is probably the Paul Newman Daytona from Rolex. When this chronograph first came to market in the 1960s, it had a slow start. This led Rolex to produce few examples of this timepiece, meaning there aren't many early examples that still exist today. Moreover, the Paul Newman Daytona is one of the most popular vintage watches in the world. Paul Newman's personal timepiece sold at auction for a record-smashing 17.8 million USD in 2017, making it the world's most expensive wristwatch. If you can settle for a Paul Newman Daytona that wasn't previously owned by the actor and race car driver, you'll need at least 117,000 USD.

Vintage Rolex Submariners are also popular collector's items. Models from the 1950s are well known for their record-setting prices: Expect to pay around 93,500 USD for the ref. 6204 and 46,700 USD for the ref. 6205. The so-called "Red Sub" is somewhat younger but just as coveted. Plan to spend at least 15,200 USD on this timepiece. However, examples in very good condition can cost over 35,100 USD. All in all, vintage Rolexes usually make fantastic investments.


Small Mistakes Lead to Vintage Treasures

There are many similarities between buying a vintage watch and purchasing a classic car. That being said, some fans of older watches are more like stamp collectors. They look for rare printing errors and are willing to pay major sums when they find one.

Once again, we turn to Rolex for the perfect example: the Explorer II. Pieces from the 1970s included an additional, reddish-orange hour hand with a 24-hour scale. This colorful hand had a problem with sunlight and would fade over time due to exposure to UV rays. Despite this shortcoming, examples with the reference number 1655 and a faded 24-hour hand demand five-figure prices today. This is much more expensive than a brand new Explorer II. Actor Steve McQueen is also said to have worn this timepiece, which only adds to its appeal. Connections to a celebrity are often a significant selling point. This just goes to show that vintage watches are a sound investment and much more than just an easy bargain.

A vintage watch kept in good condition is likely to retain its value. Sometimes prices increase for reasons not directly related to the watch itself. Anyone who bought a solid gold pre-owned watch 20 years ago surely is not regretting that purchase today, as gold prices have more than tripled since then. When reselling this watch, it is sure to get a high price thanks to its material worth alone. Likewise, a pre-owned pilot's watch from the 1940s will be well received because it survived WWII.


What should I consider when purchasing a vintage watch?

Searching for information and comparing prices from a large selection of watches is part of the watch buying experience. This also includes checking the price. To avoid purchasing a fake, the following rule applies: If the price is unrealistically low, then you should proceed with caution. You can easily find the amount that a particular pre-owned model usually sells for on Chrono24. There should always be a clear reason given if a watch is either much more or much less expensive than comparable models. Thus, an Omega Seamaster for three figures shouldn't raise any suspicion. A Rolex Submariner at that price, however, should raise alarm, as Submariners are usually much more expensive.

Knowing whether a watch is being offered at a fair price requires experience and expertise. Watch magazines and websites can provide you with a lot of helpful information. You can also ask questions on watch forums and receive competent, informed answers from experts.

The price structure of the vintage watch market can be a bit tricky to understand for the average person. For example, a somewhat damaged-looking watch can be much more valuable than a similar watch in almost perfect condition. This is because the original condition of the watch is what matters most. It's not a big deal if there are signs of wear and tear; what matters is if the watch has its original parts. Not even good looks can save a watch if many of its components have been replaced, such as the dial, hands, and crown.

Prices also increase when a watch is sold with its box and papers. The original packaging and documents from the manufacturer and dealer are all part of the original purchase. They serve as important proof that the offered timepiece really is the correct one. However, watches without their box and papers cannot be avoided. There is usually a simple and understandable reason for the lack of box and other accompanying materials: They couldn't be found and were likely thrown out at some point by the original owner.

If you don't have the time or you're simply not interested in immersing yourself deeply in the subject, then you're much better off depending on a serious dealer. A dealer can offer you a watch that they have inspected at a fair price and in some cases, even offer a warranty.

Watches without previous inspection are also offered, mostly by private sellers. In these cases, it's a good idea to have a bit of money on hand for any necessary maintenance. Even a simple inspection or repair can cost around 200 USD. When you buy a vintage diving watch, you should have its water resistance checked and exchange the gaskets if you want to wear the watch underwater.


Nostalgia and Vintage Watches

There is yet another benefit to purchasing a vintage watch: Rather than being limited to current models, there is a much larger selection of timepieces to choose from. You may even find a watch you like better among the earlier versions than one from that manufacturer's current catalog.

What's more, vintage watches are authentic. They were really there back in the 1960s or 70s. This detail is what makes them truly special and what sets them apart from retro watches. While a retro watch will look like a watch from a certain time period, it is still a new timepiece. They are just made to look the part of something historic. A true vintage watch offers real nostalgia.

Vintage models are sometimes the only way to acquire watches with specific qualities. Take the Rolex Explorer, for example. Since 2010, Rolex has offered it with a larger, 39-mm case. If you want a smaller size, then you need to look for an older Explorer model. The last 36-mm Explorer had the reference number 114270. You could also take a look at reference numbers 6610, 1016, and 14270.

This example demonstrates the importance of being familiar with reference numbers when buying a vintage watch. Reference numbers help you identify and find watches from a certain time period or with other special characteristics faster and more easily.