I prefer not to look at $ for the sake of my sanity but my 911 isn't even close to what my horological vice costs!

Just picked up a very nice Sinn Flieger Model 356 (no connection to Porsche) chrono with a sapphire crystal. I had heard of them only slightly (mostly on this thread) but got interested when a salesman at a local watches-only store said he wished he could get a hold of any Sinn since they were very well made German watches. I did some research and decided to keep an eye open for a deal. Bought the watch on Ebay (lightly used) for about $450 off the new price; the US retail (new) is around $1450. The only US distributor that I now of for Sinn is at: http://www.watchbuys.com/ and the watchbuys Sinn page has a link to the factory site. The only probem is they are pricier than ever now due to the Euro exchange rate! If anyone is interested I will post a pic.

Lets revitalize this thread!
Anyone have a late 60s Speedmaster for sale? :D Im shopping.....

Did you say revitalize?:)

I'm thinking Omega Seamaster. Opinions already noted, but more are welcome. Would one be foolish to buy on ebay for about $800?

http://i20.ebayimg.com/03/i/06/4e/74/f9_1.JPG

I'll stick with my $130 Victorinox V-7...

It tells time as good as any other watch out there. Looks nice, too!

I would exercise caution. Omega fakes abound, espacially with quartz movements. Try timezone.com

Tell you what tho, if you want a tough diver for that type of money have a look at the new Sinn U1. I have had a look at one I must say, its pretty speccy in the flesh.

http://www.sinn.de/sinn-uhren-2000/o...er/Info-U1.jpg

The difference between the two is $800.!!

Thanks Stuart. I respect your opinion on these matters. I like the Sinns also, but I'm looking for a steel band watch. Seems they favor anything but, which is great, but I'm covered there.

The Omega in question is a slightly used watch from a guy in DC with 100% satisfaction rating at 120 transactions. His personal watch apparently. I am nervous about buying such things on Ebay however. Let's say it's legit-is $800 about right?

Bob, I honestly dont know about the price. But it should be easy enough to verify the $$ via the web. I do know with that Seamaster series- it comes in a couple of different sizes, with a couple of different bracelets and as either an auto or a quartz. So, even if you are satifisfied with its bonafides, just make sure you are getting what you think you are getting.

Cheers

Stuart

Ahhhh....you know you're a "guy" if you're into watches, stereos and cars,, LOL.

My cars? An old 911, and a race car.

My watches? Breitling, circa 1946, a Gallet Chrono from '42 (?) and a LaRochette chrono.

I love the old stuff.

The turntable is an Oracle, with Perreaux pre and Threshold amps, and big Snell speakers.

here's a watch pic.http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1141088286.jpg http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1141088409.jpg

Thats when watches were watches. beautiful stuff. I have a 1951 IWC, and some 50s Seamasters and Zeniths. There are wonderful things to be had in vintage watches at no where the $$ of new stuff. And its a great pleasure to have a watchmaker remove the back and marvel at what lies inside.

Thanks Stuart. I didn't realize they were made in Quartz varieties until now. I'll double check that. As far as the rest-it's just what I'm looking for.

Oracle turntable? Very nice. I had a friend that had one also with a Threshold amp, but with Magnaplaner speakers and some other pre. Beautiful sound.

Stuart-I stand corrected on the rubber strap thing. I must have been looking at the wrong place for Sinn watches. Here's one that caught my eye. The dial is actually copper colored-not orange. Btw-I just found out-the Omega on ebay is a quartz. :(

http://www.watchbuys.com/images/Sinn...erBracelet.JPG

www.sinn.de

Thats a special version of the Sinn Fleiger- i think it has sapphire crystal instead of the plastic on the black faced version (which is a great value watch). Valjous 7750 chrono movement.

Many Sinns have steel or Ti bracelets. Both Ive owned did. But that rubber strap on the U1 is the best rubber/deployant bracelet is great, actually. makes the watch.

With the Omegas, I would suggest about six months research prior to purchase. Would hate to spend the money to find out that it is not as cool as you thought.
I found my Speedmaster last fall. It is a 1969 Speedmaster pre-moon with the original bracelet. I love it, just enough patina that you know that it is not a new one.
I am lookin for extra links for a 321 bracelet if anyone has a source.
Thanks,
Dave

Here's my baby. The sapphire crystal makes this watch look brand new after years of abuse.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1141097937.jpg

If you find two, please let me know! Am flying out of Switzerland for CONUS today and hope I can walk by the duty free watch section and not have something start calling my name!

JoeA

Joe, If you think about it, can you find out how much a Seamaster Pro goes for at the duty free? I'm curious.

I'd love to have a Rolex GMT Master, but it'll be a while before I can justify that kind of coin for a watch.

"Justify" is the key here for me. I, as always, need to walk the fine line between quality and pretentiousness. For me, a Rolex would be pretentious. Yes-I could go buy one right now. I can even afford it (the less expensive ones). But my perception is they belong on the wrist of a millionaire or someone who wants to look like one. I am neither. The Omega Seamaster Pro (and the Sinn, among others) seems to walk that fine line with me. When my pay hits 7 figures, I'll be wearing the Rolex because then it will fit my lifestyle and it won't make me self concious. Great watches. I envy those of you who can pull it off.