![]() I absolutely love the look of these Bulova 23 Jewel models. ![]() An added bonus is the vintage Tropic strap that comes with the watch! The BIN price is on the high side, but it’s not outrageous. ![]() These don’t show up for sale often, and when they do they are usually pretty beat up, so this is a great opportunity to pick up this rare diver. Even the engraving on the case back is in perfect condition. The rotating inner dive bezel isn’t faded, and the dial and hands are in top shape. It looks to be all original with all the correct parts. This example, dating back to December of 1964, comes in a 30m-rated case and it’s in superb condition. These models were the earliest attempts at divers for Seiko, and they remain some of the most coveted watches by Seiko collectors. Prior the iconic Seiko 6105 models, Seiko made a series of beautiful SilverWave divers. This is a great watch, and it’s definitely one you should keep an eye on. The lugs are nice and sharp, and the case back markings look clean, too. The dial and hands are in near perfect condition, and the aluminum bezel insert is excellent as well. This example has a buttery smooth Valjoux 23 manual-wind movement - a personal favorite of mine - housed in a 38mm case. The Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver has to be one of, if not the best watch names ever! These were made in many dial/hand variations with many different movements, and the combo here is a really nice one. Happy hunting!Ĭhronomaster Aviator Sea Diver Chronograph Today, we have another installment of eBay Finds, our series where we highlight some great vintage gems looking for a new home. So if you’re looking for a vintage watch, but are still a little nervous diving head-first into those murky waters, then don’t worry-we’re here to help. ![]() Our very own Christoph McNeill (you all might know him as Instagram’s wrote a must-read, common sense guide to buying vintage watches on eBay (check out Part 1 and Part 2). When it comes to shopping for vintage watches on eBay, it can be a gold mine, but it can also be a minefield. ![]()
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