zOwie Omega Discussion Forum

: Besides the obvious items such as do the crown
: functions work and is it properly finished,
: what do you look for when selecting a
: specific watch when they have several of the
: same model in stock?

There is nothing really else you could tell. But that's why it is best to go through a reputable dealer that is authorized by the manufacturer and gives you a factory warranty. So if any issues do appear later, they can be easiily and properly resolved.

: Also, since mechanical
: watches vary a bit, is there any method of
: checking the accuracy of the individual
: watch before purchasing it?

No. But for mechanical watches, the accuracy will CHANGE as the mechanism settles in to your normal wear. So the accuracy cold out of the box is not a useful deciding factor.

Good luck on your purchase!