Where do you buy your vintage watches?
I’m considering my first vintage watch purchase, but I’m unsure where to find a good variety at good prices. I want a vintage piece that speaks to me and teaches me how to own a vintage watch without breaking the bank. I’ve looked around on Chrono24 and E-bay, but I don’t know what sellers to trust. I’d also love to find a vintage brick and mortar or watch fairs to touch and feel some vintage watches. Any suggestions?
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David
Started collecting in Jun 2022 and quickly got hooked!
Salt Lake City
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7.25” / 18.42 cm
Not sure where you are in the world but the watchmaker I use in the UK sells vintage watches he has serviced on his website. Link below.
mitka.co.uk
Also in the UK https://german242.com/en/shop/
and https://www.boldtimepieces.co.uk/shop
Now I'm going to check out @Warrior75 suggestion.
I know these sellers personally
Not sure where you are in the world but the watchmaker I use in the UK sells vintage watches he has serviced on his website. Link below.
mitka.co.uk
Thanks for the suggestion. Your watchmaker has a very cool site and a nice variety.
I'm currently located in Doha, Qatar, but I'll be relocating back to the US next month.
Also in the UK https://german242.com/en/shop/
and https://www.boldtimepieces.co.uk/shop
Now I'm going to check out @Warrior75 suggestion.
I know these sellers personally
Thanks for pointing me towards these sites. I love looking through all the vintage watches.
I have been lucky with my local flea markets and thrift stores, but you must haunt them regularly. Get to know the vendors, show them what's on your wrist, etc. I have found three Omegas and two Le Coultres this way, and older Timex's, which I like a lot.
What about a modern affordable timepiece, with references to vintage watchmaking?🙌