[jakeagusta]

Hi All,

Just purchased this little beauty from eBay

I am a big fan of diving watches and this particular watch has been on my 'must have' list for a while now. These are highly priced usually selling for between £300 - £500 so I have hung back for a while waiting for the right watch to come by.

This is a non-runner which gives me added satisfaction that I could rescue a watch from the 'graveyard' and perhaps give it a new lease of life.

Once I get it running I will need the correct period strap so if you guys have one or spot one I will be very much grateful if you could let me know :thumbup:

Unlike the 214 models I don't really know much about this particular watch so if you have any info, tips observations or any other contributions then please share I'd love to learn more.

The watch is coming from Nevada so ill expect it in 2 weeks time, really looking forward to it.

Thanks again :biggrin:

 

[oliverb]

Nice score! A 218 movement. Nothing to worry about.

 

[Littleroger]

Good one. You'll love it. Mine gets a lot of wrist time

 

[jakeagusta]

Nice score! A 218 movement. Nothing to worry about.

Thanks Oliver,

This will be stripped down and cleansed, it will be a beauty after I'm done with it.

 

[skypilot]

Very nice ! I have looked at quite a few of those on ebay and the first thing I look at is the bezel because most of the bezels seem to be pretty beat up. It looks like you found one of the few nice ones. Congratulations !

 

[jakeagusta]

Very nice ! I have looked at quite a few of those on ebay and the first thing I look at is the bezel because most of the bezels seem to be pretty beat up. It looks like you found one of the few nice ones. Congratulations !

Thanks buddy, That's one of the issues I had was finding a nice example. This particular watch hasn't been used in 8 years so I'm hoping a service is all that it needs. As for the bezel I've seen so many tired examples so I thought I'd take the gamble on a good bezel and a questionable movement as movements can always be repaired.

 

[Littleroger]

Thanks buddy, That's one of the issues I had was finding a nice example. This particular watch hasn't been used in 8 years so I'm hoping a service is all that it needs. As for the bezel I've seen so many tired examples so I thought I'd take the gamble on a good bezel and a questionable movement as movements can always be repaired.

Yep, can only agree with you and skypilot. The bezel seems to be the trick my but, but do let us know if its jus a battery you need, a full service or a repair job.

One thing I love about this model is its size. It just sits really well on my wrist. I have a vintage Sub and a 1675 Gmt and a bunch of Omega divers but this one wears best. I'm sure you'll love it.

 

[skypilot]

Jakeagusta, your watch inspired me to go DeepSea 666 shopping and I got lucky and got this one. It's not as nice as yours but it is very nice and I'm very pleased with it. I wondered about the authenticity of your crystal because of the cyclops over the date but mine has the same thing.

While shopping I found this one and bought it too because it was cheap. It wasn't running and I had great difficulty getting the back off, had to soak it with WD40 a while, and then the battery in it was OLD but a new battery started it right up. It doesn't look real good but it still isn't as good as it looks. The case is pretty badly corroded between the lugs. I wonder if that would be caused by long exposure to sweat ? I doubt if I will get it serviced, considering the condition of the case I don't think it is worth it.
I thought the bracelet was ugly as home made sin but my wife likes it. What do I know ? got to looking at it and it was made by Joe Chee who can be Googled.

 

[Littleroger]

Good buy skypilot. I was thinking of getting this one myself. Good condition and seems all original (or is the minute hand a later addition ?) The cyclops is great as it is under the crystal, unlike Rolex. I think this watch wears very well and is an al-round pleasure. I love the hands on mine but prefer the red date wheel on yours

 

[skypilot]

I don't know if the second hand is original to the watch but I suspect that it is since Jakeagusta's has the same one. Is yours American made or Swiss made ?

 

[Littleroger]

Mine is Swiss too.
Btw - wasn't questioning the second hand, more the minute hand. I reckon it's all original, however, as Jake's the same I believe.

And I love the second DS you bought. I think the colour coordination is fantastic. I have been looking for a good one of these for a while. If anyone has one surplus to requirements ;-) .....

 

[jakeagusta]

I don't know if the second hand is original to the watch but I suspect that it is since Jakeagusta's has the same one. Is yours American made or Swiss made ?

I have looked at several Deepseas and often questioned the authenticity of the hand mainly due to brightness and lack of patina however all the Deepseas that I have looked at have the same coloured hand.

 

[jakeagusta]

Jakeagusta, your watch inspired me to go DeepSea 666 shopping

That is a beautiful example.

 

[jakeagusta]

Hi Guys

The Deepsea arrived yesterday and all I can say is wow. This is a seriously nice watch ! Pictures don't generally do watches justice unless its a professional picture but I got to say that too hold and wear the Deepsea is something else. Such a nice fit, it just looks incredible. I tend to flip between my Daytona and Speedmaster but this watch is a beauty. If you don't already own one I'd recommend you start looking.

 

[Littleroger]

Have to agree with you Jake. I too switch daily wearers between this, my Speedy, an Omega 165.024 and a Spaceview. The Deep Sea is the one that feels like "home!"

 

[jakeagusta]

Update: The watch was originally purchased as a non-runner however I am pleased to announce that the watch is now running like it should. Collected it today after a full strip and service thanks to Alan at the Accutron Service Centre.
I have also fitted a new bracelet similar to the Rolex bracelet with polished centre links, it really sets the watch of.

Pictures to follow