What to look for when buying a vintage watch?

[@luisalejandro1757]

Brother Omega, welcome. Finally, you have arrived. Look forward for more videos and adding more vintage omegas to my collection... keep it coming brother and dont stop sharing knowledge.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you so much for the kind comment my brother. I will try my best to provide more great videos!

[@gowshikkrishnan8584]

I was introduced to your channel recently by a friend of mine as I wanted to get into vintage Omega's I find both this and the Instagram very useful, might be ready for buying a vintage Seamaster from you, great work your doing here. Cheers !

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

That's very nice of your friend and welcome to you. Thank you for the comment. Please take your time and let me know if you have any questions.

[@michaelthibaudeau6410]

Excellent video, perfect to prepare myself as i'm about to purchase my very first watch (Omega Geneve)! Thank you

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you! You may want to watch this video too. It will help you narrow down to what you’re looking for. kzbin.info/www/bejne/poiZpn6PqqiegMUsi=AXwNUUQBpE_PcKry

[@augiedoggie]

I learned something new today. Keep these videos going and you’ll continue to grow your channel. Your content is top tier and too many watch channels on KZbin don’t provide as much depth

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you! I want to get down to the point. Not here to fool around. Sick and tired of seeing people make horrible purchases from dishonest people.

[@VinceAt69]

Appreciate you sharing your knowledge, I’m thinking about an Omega from my birth year. Thanks.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

You're welcome. You can always visit my site to view all the available pieces by Year.

[@pipepires]

I really like this vintage Omegas and i was considering buying one or two, but after watching this...maybe not, far too many can be wrong and there's not really an online chart where one can check if case, dials, caliber, hands, etc match the watch model, i really enjoy your videos, thanks for sharing the info

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you for your comment. Best to watch my video on buying your first vintage watch. Find the model that you like and from there slowly educate yourself about it. If your plan is going to buy whatever you find is nice then you'll probably regret at the end. Self knowledge is key or else you'll just need to trust the dealer.

[@Crackity_Jones.]

Very informative. Im looking to buy a vintage Omega in the future and videos like this are such a great help

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Glad to hear that.

[@leandroo.k.4457]

Been subbed for a while, but only started seeing your videos now... KZbin’s algorithm sucks. But I appreciate the videos! Big fan of your listings!

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you! Will continue to make more great videos. My purpose is mainly to make video on specific watch model and link them to my site and turn it into an online database. :-)

[@leandroo.k.4457]

Omega Enthusiast wanted to ask, have you done a video on the ref 166.020?

[@markpercival2619]

Well balanced and informed video that stays on point and topic. Useful. Thanks.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you very much. Will continue to make more great and informative videos.

[@Tomkhong]

Good video. Never thought buying a vintage watch can be so tough.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Take your time. Never rush. knowledge is key. And not every so called "expert" is an expert.

[@rbf100]

Another problem I encountered was with an automatic Omega watch which could not be manually wound. Maybe one of the wheels of the watch movement had been damaged? So a good idea to check manual winding both automatic and non-automatic watches.

[@davidroland6431]

Thank you so much.its realy helpfull. I just started collecting watches and i like omega very much.Thanks!!!

[@belinkin88]

Hi Deric... Love to see ur videos.. Could u suggest me, how to maintenance of vintage omega watches? Thx

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

That will depend on the type of watch. Most serviced watches can be worn on a daily basis.

[@user-by7hj4dj9s]

5:24 i have one like the one on the left with gold coloured indicators and hands 165.001 caliber 552 on the inside.

[@spl4028]

Excellent, thanks

[@jjp6975]

Super ! Bravo ! Merci. Jacques

[@sidneyc5648]

Hi the tips in your videos are really helpful. Will you consider to do a review on seamaster cosmic series? Like how to differentiate the models and details. How to tell if its a refinished dial an what to look at before made a purchase? thank you!

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you! Unfortunately, it takes a lot time of studying to learn each series of models and to truly understand what is a refinished dial. It is something I cannot explain as some refinished dials are so professionally done, it takes the eyes of an expert to tell.

[@joelocascio]

Which Omega watches use the 550? Love your page!

[@h.k3260]

How do i know that the Dial + Case + Movement is correct, is there some sort of database out there with correct info, if so where, ty for great content as always @Omega Enthusiast

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Unfortunately, there is none. Self knowledge is vital.

[@valentinunwichtig1052]

Nice video! Where do you get the knowledge about Omega from?

[@ashwanigahlot380]

Very nice

[@ronburgundy3928]

Love the steel bracelet! What is the reference number and where can I get one?

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

That is not an original bracelet. You probably can find some on ebay.

[@finlayc121]

I have my eye on a vintage omega but I am not sure about a few things, would it be possible for me to send you a few photos and get it checked? - great video 😄

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you very much. I get this question all the time. I wish I could help you out, but I am overwhelmed with watch repair and running my online business. If you're unsure about something, probably asking on the Omega forum would be the best source for answers. Otherwise, if you're afraid to buy a bad vintage watch. Head over to my site now and you'll only find the best stuff there. Properly serviced and 100% genuine.

[@raphaelguyet249]

Hello, Thank you for your very good videos ! How can we make sure that case, mouvement and dial are correct ? Is there somewhere to check it ? Thanks again !

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

This is probably most difficult. You can ask the help of an expert (trust me, not every expert is an expert). You can trust the dealer that what he has for sale is truly an authentic piece. Or as a third option you can use the serial number given on the movement to request for an extract of archive from Omega. It takes years to really understand what belong with what.

[@albertourrutia5090]

Mi reloj vintage favorito es mi jaeger lecoultre de oro 1954

[@igortrinajstic92]

What do you think about Omega Seamaster Cosmic from 1970, cal 613?

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

They are great! Caliber 613 is a very good movement. Only issue with a cosmic is, the watch maker needs to have the proper tool to remove the crystal and crown. Without the proper tools you can damage the crown and crack the crystal. This watch takes a special crystal which are normally replaced with a regular crystal as the original has been cracked.

[@igortrinajstic92]

@@TimelessHistoryChannel Thank you very much for your answer it is very kind of you. I am very interested in your opinion,which . I have such a watch, but design is not whimsical, like a vintage watch. Thank you very much indeed and best regards ! Igor

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

@@igortrinajstic92 You're very welcome.

[@igortrinajstic92]

@@TimelessHistoryChannel Thank you! 🤗

[@LukeBeAJedi]

Hi, The first watch in the video, do you know where I can get one? I've been scouring the internet for ages but can't find one in as good condition as yours, or the seconds track is on the outer part of the dial.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Unfortunately, I do not know. It was sold on my site. I've also made a video about it if you check my "watch2talk" playlist.

[@waslowarkijo7812]

IMHO, I thought the sound volume should be increased for all ur videos. I have to increase until almost max volume to hear clearly. tq

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

This is one of my early video. I believe all of my present videos the volume is set pretty loud though. I only need to turn up about quarter way for my speaker. Any further and it will sound like I am screaming. haha

[@mattyreardon3593]

Where can I find a 79 seamaster stainless steel bracelet? This is smaller than usual I think. It's a cool automatic. Review it pretty Please. Why is it so small? .

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

You can try hunting one on Ebay or try www.ofrei.com or request one at the Omega authorized dealer. You'll probably never see a video from me on a 1979 Omega unfortunately. I am more interested in vintage Omega dating to around 1930s to 1960s.

[@getitenterprise]

Do you have an online store? Perhaps ebay

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Hey bud, my website link is in the description. :-)

[@getitenterprise]

@@TimelessHistoryChannel lol oops. Great video. #1

[@ma.ceciliabarroz4525]

Hi me I know of my watch have a value?it is Omega ladymatic Si14 Au750?

[@faromilano]

I have a omega cal.562. And the case number sais two numbers: 168.024 and 166.010. may it be incorrect?

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Caliber 562 is totally correct as long as the dial does not say "Chronometer Officially Certified". This case takes two different Seamaster version as you can see the 168 indicates the Chronometer version which can be a caliber 561 or 564 (quick set date) or the 166 indicates the regular version which can be a caliber 562 or 565 (quick set date). Hope this helps.

[@indianajeffs591]

Found three Omegas at Estate sales, including GOLD. Check out my video. Always on the hunt for vintage watches.

[@joelocascio]

Which Omega watches use the 550? Love your page!

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Many Omega uses this caliber. Would take forever to name them all. This is a question that will require you to do some research.