zOwie Omega Discussion Forum

: Hi All,
Hello all. I too am new to this thread. I am looking for some advice on an old Seamaster 300 I found in some old family belongings. The watch appears to have some damage to the numerals and dial, and there is no second hand. I did some initial research online and narrowed down the model to the late 50's. I took the watch to my local jeweler and he removed the back. Below is what he found on the inside mof the back cover:

CBN: 2913-3
SC
Movement 20 jewels Auto
MCN: 6297613

The jeweler did not think there would be tremendous value for the watch because of the apparent water damage, but he did admit that the real value is what someone is willing to pay for it. He also thought there could be parts value because of the 501 mechanism.

The issue for me is I don't know enough to get an idea of the relative value of this timepiece. I understand that I also have the option of sending it to Omega to get repaired and make it an heirloom, but that could cost over $1,000.

So essentially I am looking for some input on what I have, how rare and old is it, and suggestions about what to do with it? The watch does keep accurate time. Having trouble taking a picture that gives detail.

: Soliciting your advice. Whats a fair price to pay for this watch?

: Just bought a (what I think is 90s/2000s) Stainless Steel Omega
: Seamaster Automatic Chronometer. It has a white face, with the
: center/inner part having waves. Looks to be in excellent/near
: mint (crystal is perfect) and very minimal scuffs on the
: bracelet. Bracelet is marked St-823 (and clasp 1501/823). It
: also came with the red inner box, white outer box, all the
: booklets and the warranty credit card thing.

: Whats a fair price to pay for this watch? Was $350.00 too much or
: was it a fair deal?

: Thanks