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70’s watches in general are pretty good value propositions. Cheap as chips on eBay for great condition automatics from decent brands - you’ve just got to be into the styling. Any particular reason you chose this model?
If it was just the look you were after I’d go fishing on eBay and wait for something in half decent condition to come up sub £50 and just wear it but if you want advice specifically about buying nice vintage then focus on:- Dial condition (Original and undamaged)
- Case condition (Unpolished with factory brushing/polishing visible)
- Original Hands
- Lume condition
- Original Movement (Servicing is good but question who did it, most of these cheaper vintage pieces are bought by tinkerers who dismantle, squirt some oil around and flip for £150).
- Original Bracelet/ strap and buckle
- Original Crown
Google the model references to find a nice example and compare the details.
- Dial condition (Original and undamaged)
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I'm thinking about getting a 70's Tissot Seastar. The seller said it has been serviced in 2017, I don't know anything about vintage watches, does anyone have tips what to look for? (It's this one in silver)
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