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Vintage and Pre Owned Omega Watches
Shopping for pre-owned Omega Watches, also known as "second hand", "used", "vintage" or whatever other term someone comes up with, can be very rewarding if you are looking for a really good deal. You can save literally thousands of dollars by buying a "like new" pre-owned Omega watch versus buying a new one from an authorized dealer. Of course, if you are looking for a "limited edition" model or one of the models favored by collectors, expect to pay a premium.
However, you must also be very careful that you are actually getting what is advertised. In recent years, replica watch manufacturers have actually started producing "new" replicas of some of the most popular "vintage" Swiss watches and Omega is one of their latest favorite targets. So, as a word of warning, be sure you know WHO you are buying from and WHAT you are getting.
If you do not personally have the expertise to evaluate a pre-owned Omega watch, find someone who can help you out. One of the best resources I use is the "Replica Watch Report" by Richard Brown. This is a relatively inexpensive investment that will save you both time and money. The book is full of great tips and pictures to help you verify whether or not a watch is authentic.
"Omega has been subjected to some of the most accurate counterfeit watches on the market. There is a large secondary market for Omega parts which the counterfeiters tap into when making their clones."
~ Richard Brown, "Replica Watch Report
If you want to see what I am talking about, take a close look at the watch pictured to the left. If you double-click on the image, you can see a larger version. So, what do you think - is it real or is it a fake? Can't tell?
If you aren't sure whether you are looking at an authentic Omega or a fake from that picture then you might want to consider getting some help (unless you don't mind paying way too much money for a replica). By the way, don't feel bad if you can' tell. Two of the biggest "flaws" with replicas are the absence of the anti-reflective coating on the crystal and the links on the band, which you can only identify if you actually have the watch in your hand.
OK, now if I haven't scared you off yet, and you have decided that you are definitely in the market for pre-owned Omega watches then the next logical question is "Where do I find them"? Well, there are lots of sources - online and offline. If you feel confident and are willing to take the time then local antique shops, flea markets, pawn shops and auctions are a great source. I think that these are the best places to go if you are looking for a real "find".
Selected Pre-Owned Omega Watches Available For Sale
The following Omega watches are currently available for sale from various selected sellers. To check the details of any of these listings simply click on the links below. Please be sure to read the details of each listing and take some time to check out the seller's reputation and background. We do not endorse or support any of the specific sellers. You can view all of the listings by clicking on the following link:
Good luck in your search and I hope we have helped you find what you are looking for. By the way, if you come across any other great sources of pre-owned or vintage Omega watches, feel free to share that information with us by clicking on the "Comments" link below. We would love to hear from you and it makes the experiences of future visitors even more valuable.
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