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Mantooth · 22 November 2010, 10:30 PM

Hi,

I'm looking to purchase my father, whom was born in 1963, an automatic watch from 1963. I don't want to spend more than $500, if possible. Have any of you seen anything out there for sale lately? If no Omega, any other popular manufacturers during that era? Thanks in advance!

-Wes

dsio · 22 November 2010, 11:53 PM

Constellation PiePan '63 on Beads of Rice bracelet will suit any older gentleman with silver hair. The 5xx series movements are as tough as nails, easily on par with the Rolex 15xx series.

dsio · 22 November 2010, 11:55 PM

jwalther · 23 November 2010, 12:37 AM

Great gift idea. I was born in 63 as well, and have collected a number of pieces from that year. Within your budget amount, you should be able to find a very nice Seamaster, or if you're lucky a Constellation. Here are a couple of Seamaster variants from that year.

Here is my 63 Pie Pan.

For Omegas, look for movement serial numbers in the 20mm range and/or a case back with a 63 stamp.

If you expand your search beyond Omega, I'd recommend Longines and Universal Geneve from that time period.

Post a WTB here and on other sites (TZ, WUS). Good hunting!

Mantooth · 23 November 2010, 04:29 AM

Thanks for the prompt responses, everyone. Beautiful watches! I'll post a WTB thread and continue looking for what you all suggested.

Thanks again!

R1@160@alltimes · 23 November 2010, 04:41 AM

Hit up some Omega forums...I'm sure you'll find what you're after.

JBat · 23 November 2010, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jwalther

Great gift idea. I was born in 63 as well, and have collected a number of pieces from that year. Within your budget amount, you should be able to find a very nice Seamaster, or if you're lucky a Constellation. Here are a couple of Seamaster variants from that year.

Here is my 63 Pie Pan.

For Omegas, look for movement serial numbers in the 20mm range and/or a case back with a 63 stamp.

If you expand your search beyond Omega, I'd recommend Longines and Universal Geneve from that time period.

Post a WTB here and on other sites (TZ, WUS). Good hunting!

Beautiful watches.

gaopa · 23 November 2010, 08:07 AM

J, those are beautiful old Omegas! Nothing like a nice vintage Omega!

Here is my "bumper" from the 50's and it still keeps great time. It was serviced 2 years ago after having set idle for years. Cheers, Bill P.

22 November 2010, 10:30 PM	#1
Mantooth Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Wes Location: Brevard, NC/??? Watch: you talkin' 'bout? Posts: 270	Vintage Omega pieces? Hi, I'm looking to purchase my father, whom was born in 1963, an automatic watch from 1963. I don't want to spend more than $500, if possible. Have any of you seen anything out there for sale lately? If no Omega, any other popular manufacturers during that era? Thanks in advance! -Wes

22 November 2010, 11:53 PM	#2
dsio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ashley Location: Brisbane Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 '79 Posts: 2,301	Constellation PiePan '63 on Beads of Rice bracelet will suit any older gentleman with silver hair. The 5xx series movements are as tough as nails, easily on par with the Rolex 15xx series. __________________ -- Omega Seamaster Grand-Lux Stepped Pie-Pan 14K Gold OJ2627 '53 -- -- Omega Cal 320 Chronograph 18K Gold OT2872 '58 -- -- Omega Cal 321 Speedmaster Pro 145.012 '67 -- -- Rolex Submariner 1680 "Ghost" '79 -- -- Rolex SS Daytona 116520 '04 --

22 November 2010, 11:55 PM	#3
dsio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ashley Location: Brisbane Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 '79 Posts: 2,301	__________________ -- Omega Seamaster Grand-Lux Stepped Pie-Pan 14K Gold OJ2627 '53 -- -- Omega Cal 320 Chronograph 18K Gold OT2872 '58 -- -- Omega Cal 321 Speedmaster Pro 145.012 '67 -- -- Rolex Submariner 1680 "Ghost" '79 -- -- Rolex SS Daytona 116520 '04 --

23 November 2010, 12:37 AM	#4
jwalther "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Lexington Posts: 459	Great gift idea. I was born in 63 as well, and have collected a number of pieces from that year. Within your budget amount, you should be able to find a very nice Seamaster, or if you're lucky a Constellation. Here are a couple of Seamaster variants from that year. Here is my 63 Pie Pan. For Omegas, look for movement serial numbers in the 20mm range and/or a case back with a 63 stamp. If you expand your search beyond Omega, I'd recommend Longines and Universal Geneve from that time period. Post a WTB here and on other sites (TZ, WUS). Good hunting! __________________ Grand Seiko SBGR051

23 November 2010, 04:41 AM	#6
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	Hit up some Omega forums...I'm sure you'll find what you're after. __________________

23 November 2010, 04:29 AM	#5
Mantooth Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Wes Location: Brevard, NC/??? Watch: you talkin' 'bout? Posts: 270	Thanks for the prompt responses, everyone. Beautiful watches! I'll post a WTB thread and continue looking for what you all suggested. Thanks again!

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