zOwie Omega Discussion Forum

: Hey everyone, quick question: I am going to be
: buying a seamaster professinal, perpetual
: motion (not quartz). What should I pay for
: it? I was quoted $1000.

Hard to say because you haven't given us enough information.

First, there is no such thing as a "perpetual motion" watch. I believe what you meant is the automatic (also known as "self winding").

Second, you forget to mention whether you talking about buying a new or used one. That makes a substantial difference in what is a reasonable price.

Which model? There are a variety of models in the Seamaster Professional series. The automatic versions range in retail price from $1750 on up to $2795 and higher depending on which version (diver or chronograph) and which metal (steel, titanium, two-tone or solid gold).

But the most common version automatic Seamaster Pro retails for $1750 and can be bought used for around $900-950 and a good deal on a brand new one from a reputable dealer would be $1100-1200. Most authorized dealers would sell one for $1400 or more.

But since you seem pretty new to high end watches, make sure you don't get ripped off by buying a fake or getting one with bogus warranty coverage. Read the articles in the CONSUMER ZONE here on this site to understand about Gray Market Dealers and Fake and Counterfeit watches before you jump too quick on a low-price deal.