Should You Buy A Vintage Rolex or Modern Omega? 

Loved the last question and answer! 😂

I actually wear my 90s 36mm Blue seamaster more than my new seamaster white dial. I really like how thin they were plus the wave texture dial is great.

I used to collect vintage watches, until I had to service each of them, then I sold the whole collection. Thanks Fed for the video.

I have a vintage Rolex. A 1665 great white rail dial. Yeah it's great but of course lume doesn't work on vintage, service is tricky since you don't want the hands or dial messed with and movement parts are getting scarce, and water resistance, who wants to take the risk getting it wet? Also, plastic crystal. Sure you can polish it but for a new watch person it's too much to worry about.

This video was 100% greatness. Good questions, great answers and humor. Thanks.

Funny last answer

Agree on Fed’s comments on the Cartier is spot on.

Well done Fed, as always. Concerning the "watch list" I do totally agree with you. Right price, right moment. And I'd like to add, sometimes there are watches that just are there and you never thought to buy one, but seen in reality just scream "BUY ME!!!". I had a couple like that and never regretted the expense.

My experience with vintage was not too good. I bought a Rolex 1675 box/papers from Bob's Watches. I sat on it for a few years (tried to sell it myself) then I called Bob's Watches back and they just gave me an extreme low ball offer of $12,000. I bought it from Bob's at $22,000. Just a big head ache!! 🤑🤑🤑🤑

Scratches on the high polished bezel of the Santos are only really noticeable in direct light. Scratch on PVD will be noticeable in any light.

First time watch owner I would highly suggest a Neo vintage DJ, Exp or exp2.

Just purchased a vintage/naked Cartier Santos Carree "Or Mastiff" with NO regrets.

Didn’t any punches on the Cartier with PVD. TRUTH! 👍🏻

I did a lot of research before buying vintage Rolex watches. As of today I have 4 vintage Submariners left. Love them! I prefer vintage or neo-vintage Rolex watches to the modern crop.

Dammit, I fell in love with those glasses a while back and I hate that I can't find them anymore.

I prefer omega than Rolex. I have both brands

The incredible shrinking Fed! Looking good, my man!

Fed, Cartier uses ADLC vs PVD for the bezel coating. Its ceramic like and rock solid. I have a Santos with the black ADLC coating and I beat the crap out of it and it still looks new. I wouldn't be too worried about scratching it.

Love you man you’re the best watch RU-vidr out there!! Keep it up!!

I DMed Fed asking if he replies to DMs and haven't heard back. I'm just looking for clarification.

Omega 2254.50 and similar watches from that 90s-2000s era are great "affordable" options. Also the first generation of Aqua Terras

I will buy modern one. I don’t believe i can handle vintage well. Just think it like buy a car, if you have good mechanical skill and believe you can fix all problems, you can buy old second car but if you don’t better buy a new car

Hi there, I have two Subs with green bezels: one is darker and other one is lighter coloured bezels, both purchased last year and to kept and loved for ever, love all my watches. And here is a question, if God forbid something and I will absolutely HAVE to sell a watch, which Sub should go? Thanks, MD

I think if its an iconic model better to buy new,even if its a entry luxury watch and not exactly the mkdel you wanted because repair for old watch could be realy expensive,better to buy something who could let you secure of problems for some years,of course some model didnt exist in new and if you want a specific old model well there is no other choide,just take the risk...

If vintage is anything over 20 years old, then vintage can be fine, depending on the model and brand. I own a vintage no date sub 14060m, that was serviced by Rolex in 2019. It has a relatively modern movement on no complications that can go wrong. I think vintage needs more research than just wondering into store is all. Also, modern watches tend to have a higher guess rating, useful in today's electronic world.

Federico, he is what he is, one of a kind.

Why didn’t he discuss re-sale value or appreciation over time?

That blue PVD is not it.

lol. Hilarious question at the end.

modern over vintage any day was really interested in buying a Rolex precision but the over polish and servicing put me off

Any vintage rolex with a 1570 movement is money in the bank. Classic timesless design, still good timekeeping, good resale value. Bargains can still be hunted, and fakes of this Era are easily recognized if you study up just a bit. Omega is a beautiful watch, but as they say, that dog won't hunt.

Fed’s comment on buying watches is the best way to buy ANYTHING. Save your money and then wait for the right deal.

thanks fed :)

Love it Fed!

Flopping bracelet that’s a good thing Fred?!😅

How old is considered vintage?

I think it’s his European flair and je ne sais quoi

I would say tho that for me the first watch being a yee olde rolex had the effect of luring me into the mystique of time

Follow a few watch guys online (probably the same ones we all follow... TB being the top of the list and used to also follow this guy who calls himself the Time Teller...although sometimes entertaining his response to my question about Marathon told me he didn't know WTF he was talking about. He said he didn't like it because it was cheap and plasticky. First, it's not about whether he liked it or not its that his description and reason for not liking it is entirely made up and does not describe the watch at all, which is a hefty well built watch meant for military use.). Fed has always been approachable and straight up and honest. Add to that his broad and deep knowledge of all the major brands and watch history and you get what you need from any watch guy. Not to bash others on your site there Fed but the fact remains you and Teddy are the top two IMO. All others are a distant second. Andrew Morgan is up at your level as well.

Hmmm a vintage Ferrari or a modern Hyundai… decisions decisions…

Jahajaj the Adam comment! 😂

how about none of these! i'd get a Tudor- essentially 5 digit Rolex reissues (plus a better value than overpriced Omega!)

Modern Omega

"but it is what it is" - drops the mic

Neither. Vintage Omega every time. I have a birth year (1972) Geneve, an 80s Seamaster “dress” watch and the mid-90s “Bond” Seamaster. Love all of them.

federico, the italiano

Whatever you do, you MUST make sure it’s a recognized brand, or else other people may not be able to notice

You should buy a Neo-Vintage Omega 📈

Total misinformation re the Santos. It is ADLC, not PVD. Much, much harder to scratch than PVD

agree with your sexiness, as far as my hetero guy opinion counts :) I'd say it's the mix between brutal honesty and adorable teddy bear for me; in sum, the fact that you aren't afraid being yourself, and show true compassion for your topic.

you are da best

vintage rolex or new omega - none of these ...

If you want a Rolex just save for a new one because the Omega will never satisfy that itch.

Limited edition? Purchase a Roger W Smith. There’s your answer…..🤣

FIRST!!!!!!!

Vintage Rolex, even with the tin can Seiko 5 esque bracelet, its better than Omega.

none of the above, keep ur money in ur pocket. watches are for douchebags anyway

well, a new omega halves its price, a vintage rolex submariner will only go up in price. vintage is the new thing, don't buy a new rolex……….