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Automatic Vintage Watches

Explore our curated collection of automatic vintage watches for sale, featuring Swiss and Japanese classics from the 1950s–1980s by Omega, Longines, Zenith, Tissot, Seiko, Certina, Doxa, and more. Discover smooth-sweeping self-winding movements—from dependable ETA 2472/2824/2892 and Omega 5xx/10xx series to Seiko 6106/7009/7S26 and Zenith’s famed El Primero—across dress, diver, and chronograph styles. Listings include clear model references, calibers, estimated production years, dimensions, and wrist-fit guidance, with high-resolution photos of dial, caseback, and movement for confident buying. Many pieces are professionally serviced and regulated, with gaskets/crystals replaced where needed, and come backed by secure checkout, insured worldwide shipping, and a 1-year warranty on select models. If you’re seeking reliable daily wear or a collectible reference with lasting value, our automatic vintage watches combine authentic craftsmanship, period-correct design, and proven performance—ready for your wrist today.

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Manual Winding, Quartz & Chronograph Vintage Watches

Explore our curated collection of manual winding, quartz, and chronograph vintage watches from leading Swiss and Japanese brands (1930s–1980s). Enjoy the tactile charm and slim profiles of hand-wound dress pieces, the low-maintenance accuracy of quartz, and the utility of chronographs with tachymeter, telemeter, or pulsations scales. Each timepiece is inspected for authenticity—many fully serviced, regulated, and ready to wear—with clear model references, calibers, production-year estimates, dimensions, and wrist-fit guidance. Shop period-correct dials in stainless steel or gold-plated cases, secure checkout, insured worldwide shipping, and a 1-year warranty on select models.

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Seiko, Men’s & Women’s Vintage Watches

Discover our curated selection of Seiko vintage watches, men’s vintage watches, and women’s vintage watches from the 1930s–1980s. Shop Seiko 5, classic divers, and chronographs alongside refined men’s and ladies’ dress pieces in hand-wound, automatic, and early quartz movements. Each timepiece is inspected for authenticity—many fully serviced, regulated, and ready to wear—with clear model references, calibers, production-year estimates, dimensions, and wrist-fit guidance. Enjoy secure checkout, insured worldwide shipping, and a 1-year warranty on select models.

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Accuracy, Power Reserve & Everyday Wear

Automatic movements wind themselves with wrist motion, delivering practical daily reliability and a typical power reserve suited to off-wrist hours. Each product page outlines timing results, service status, and setting guidance, so you know how the watch performs in the real world. Expect comfortable, under-the-cuff proportions and readable dials designed for regular wear.

Case Materials & Dial Styles from the 1960s–1990s

Discover period-correct stainless steel, gold-plated, and solid-gold cases paired with classic dial finishes—silver, champagne, black, linen, sunburst, even tasteful patina. Look for applied markers, dauphine or baton hands, and domed crystals that define mid-century to late-’90s design. Each listing provides clear references, estimated production years, and honest originality/condition notes to help you choose confidently.

Muhle Glashutte Nautische Instrumente M1-37-60 – strap detail

German Automatic Dress Watch with Nautical Heritage

Mühle-Glashütte Nautische Instrumente M1-37-60 – Vintage Men’s Automatic Dress Watch from Our Automatic Vintage Watches for Sale Collection

Omega Geneve Automatic 166.0190, Cal. 1012 – side view

Timeless Swiss Automatic Dress Watch

Omega Genève Automatic Ref. 166.0190 Cal. 1012 – Vintage Men’s Automatic from Our Automatic Vintage Watches for Sale Collection

Seiko Pogue Pepsi, Ref. 6139-6002, Cal. 6139, Men’s Chronograph Vintage Watch, 1974 – side view alternative angle

Iconic 1970s Seiko Automatic Chronograph

Seiko 6139-6002 Chronograph – Vintage Men’s Automatic from Our Automatic Vintage Watches for Sale Collection

Automatic Vintage Watches – Frequently Asked Questions

Can I wear an automatic vintage watch every day, and what about water exposure?

Yes—when properly serviced, automatic vintage watches are dependable daily companions. The main risk is moisture: aging gaskets and tolerances mean even watches once rated “water-resistant” shouldn’t be used for swimming or showers. Light rain/splashes are usually fine if seals have been checked, but when in doubt, keep your vintage automatic dry.

How often should an automatic vintage watch be serviced, and what does a full service include?

A common guideline is every 4–6 years (usage dependent). A true overhaul includes complete disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning, replacement of worn parts and gaskets, fresh lubrication, reassembly, regulation for accuracy, and final testing (rate, amplitude, power reserve). Documented servicing improves reliability and long-term value.

What accuracy and power reserve should I expect from a serviced automatic vintage watch?

Most mid-century to 1980s calibers deliver ~38–50 hours of power reserve when healthy. After a proper service, realistic accuracy is often within ±10–30 seconds/day, depending on the movement. Daily wear keeps the rotor winding; if the watch stops, hand-wind 20–40 turns to build base power before wearing.

Any tips for setting and buying automatic vintage watches online (authenticity/originality)?

Avoid quick-setting the date between roughly 8 PM and 4 AM to prevent damage to the calendar mechanism. For authenticity, match the reference and movement caliber to the production era; check rotor/caseback signatures, dial printing, hands, crown, and serials; and review clear photos of the movement and case. Buy from reputable sellers who disclose service history, replaced parts, and precise dimensions for proper wrist fit.

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I ordered a vintage Omega watch and I am happy with my purchase. Communication was nice and helpful, package was shipped the closest working day and came on time - shipment was for free also.The watch is in a great condition, with nice new strap. I will buy again here for sure, the offer of watches is really great.

Ivana Mészáros

It took a lot of time for the package to be delivered and I still do not know if our email exchange was successful. However I received my watch as advertised and at a good price so I have no complaints in the end. These Serbs are even kind enough to save you some import taxes, so really they did me a solid.

Alexandros Sakogiannis

I thought the condition shown was almost too good to be true, but the watch is actually original as pictured and running accurately so far. I really want to emphasize the condition was immaculate for a vintage Omega. They also saved me on import fees into my country. I was really happy and surprised about that and it shows a lot of care. It’s a rare thing that I always commend shippers for.

Jason Marcus

Excellent Company to deal with. Very good web site, easy to navigate as well. Prices are very fair and photographs of watches excellent.The condition of my vintage Tissot was as good as it is possible with a pre-owned watch and the packing was VERY carefully and neatly done - my thanks to Marija? who sent the package.Prompt and courteous reply to my email - and many thanks for a great watch. Hope to deal with them in the near future.

John

I bought two vintage seiko and was in excellent condition, the communication via email and viber with the site is perfect.I will buy again due to the watch condition that I bought and the prices.

Ioan Paltrick