If there’s anything New Englanders love, it’s fall. Barbour jackets, flannels, pumpkin spice everything, and on and on. It’s pretty much the best time of year. And what better to bring on fall than a sweet selection of watches for sale to match your basic bitch attire? Well, we’ve got that sweet selection, so strap in, and enjoy another week of Market Watch(ing)!
Neil’s Picks
Omega Flightmaster, NOS
Here is one outstanding Flightmaster, probably my favorite vintage Omega. These don’t come up for sale too often, especially good examples. This thing is one of the best I’ve seen, and really does look incredible. I almost never believe anyone that claims “new old stock” with a watch this old, but this time, I’m inclined to believe it. It’s priced as such too. Part of me says to keep it in this condition but my philosophy is that watches are meant for wearing, especially vintage ones as awesome as this.
$5,800
Sinn 142 D1
More cushion case goodness, this time from the Germans. Here is a watch that shows Sinn’s often overlooked aviation and space history. This comes with the robust Sinn bracelet, as well as the NATO pictured. It looks to be in worn-but-not-abused condition. Sinn’s bead-blasting is tough and ages quite well. The tritium markers have also aged nicely. And did I mention it has an inner rotating bezel? If you’ve been looking for a Sinn that’s historical, unique, and one that showcases the Lemania 5100 then this is the watch for you. The first second automatic chronograph in space can be yours at a great price.
$1,450
Isaac’s Picks
Seiko 6215-7000
Seiko’s first 300 meter rated dive watch was introduced in 1967. Known as the 6215-7000, this monocoque-cased piece was powered by the watchmaking powerhouse’s 35-jewel, self-winding Cal. 6215 movement, which featured a date function. The other night, I came across one of these Japanese dive watches on eBay, and couldn’t help but include it in my picks.
If patina is your thing, this one ought to do it, seeing as the bezel insert has faded to a nice light grey tone, and the luminous compound found in the hands and markers has aged to that oh so dreamy, custard color. As for the dial, don’t worry about the present lack of text on this example’s dial. While not ideal, it’s not uncommon to see faded text on 6215-7000’s, though I will say that this newfound sterility does give the watch a stealthy look that suits it well.
$8,000 or Make Offer
Universal Geneve Compax
When discussing vintage watches with modern watch collecting friends, I am always repeatedly informed of the small size of most collectible vintage pieces, in comparison to the hulking yearly novelties from our horological overlords. So here’s one for the naysayers, and those that happen to like ultra rare, oversized, V72-powered UG Compax’s.
At 40mm, this piece is perfectly suited for daily wear. Not too big, not too small, and on the wrist there’s a great deal of depth to this watch, thanks to the multiple scales and tracks that surround the matte black dial. The seller, Menta Watches, has also made a note regarding the rarity of this piece, seeing as this is only one of three examples to come to market in recent years.
Bid Now
Dean’s Picks
Longines Legend Diver
Sometimes the watch world feels a little sluggish. You know, the Datejusts and the Speedys and the like keep selling, as they will till the sun explodes or some such, but it just seems like nothing with real JUICE has been coming down the pike. Maybe it’s a function of the time of year, and the lull in auction action but here we are and I’m kinda bored with the selection of stuff that’s out there at the moment. So I’ll give you a known quantity/safe pick and one that’s a little interesting, from an academic standpoint.
$2,199
Rolex Explorer Dial Submariner
Price on Request (duh)
Shane’s Picks
Omega Seamaster “Anakin Skywalker” Ref. 145.023
I’m with Neil this week, funky cushion cases all around. My first choice is one we’ve written about before, the Omega Seamaster ref 145.023, nicknamed “Anakin Skywalker”. With a tungsten case that honestly looks like something out of Star Wars, it’s one of the wildest chronographs Omega made in the ’70s. With it’s legendary Caliber 861, this example looks to be all original, down to the included box. This listing will last another week, but it has no reserve. I say keep an eye on this one.
Bid Now (or in the last 15 seconds of the auction)
Heuer Autavia Arabic Bund
As we’ve discussed, there are practically endless variations of vintage Heuer Autavias, all to varying degrees of collectibility. This one here, rounding out my cushion case picks, is one that’s grown on me recently. It’s known as the Arabic Bund, because of the Arabic numbers (no kidding), and because of its connection with the German military. Notice that the number typeface is exactly like the revered Heuer Bundeswehr Flyback. These watches are not easy to come by, especially in good condition. The seller notes that the chrono hand was relumed, but it’s otherwise original. If this is your thing, I definitely recommend splurging for the GF bracelet, as it’s awesome, and can always be re-sold later if you end up not liking it (those bracelets sell faster than cheap beer).
€8,400 with bracelet
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