TheInthusiest 0 Posted July 12, 2013 The watch is a Longines AM 6b/159. From what i can see is that it dates back to WW2 (1942) Some of the listing for a similar watch are going in upwards of $1,100. Here are the pics. The watch has a very nice domed plexi. Which i really like. The only downside to this is this watch is WAAY to small on my wrist. it comes in at around 30-35mm. Haven't measured it yet. I am going to get this watched checked out today and also to get it appraised. If you know anything about this watch, leave a comment. I would love to hear! Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted July 12, 2013 I will pop the back when i get the the jeweler. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dalboy 2 Posted July 12, 2013 Did you get the 40% off ?? Dal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LightGeek 25 Posted July 12, 2013 Feeling excited about your find! Good stuff! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RussP 22,257 Posted July 12, 2013 Anything with a history I find interesting. Please keep us updated after your visit to the watch-smith. Russ. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffrx 0 Posted July 12, 2013 How much would one pay for such a watch in a thrift store? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted July 12, 2013 Unfortunately, i came really early in the morning. and 2 other guys were looking at the piece. That got me angry because i put this on hold and i also told the clerk that i would be buying it at that exact time. One guy was trying to low ball the cashier and another was going even lower. Original price was $75. I told her i would buy it for $80. She said ok to my offer. $80 was what i payed. No tax. All in cash, because thrift stores are greedy bastards. haha Did you get the 40% off ?? Dal. Sadly, no. :'( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted July 12, 2013 Bargain mate, and if you send it off to watchpolisher, it would look amazing. Shame its so small though, so what you gonna do, flip it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jose Betancur 0 Posted July 12, 2013 the finds in my local thrift shops: crappy reps :S. you sir on the contrary have a nice Longines congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted July 12, 2013 Looks like one sopld for about $800.... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Longines-Vintage-Military-AM-6B-159-Stainless-Steel-Watch-/120906232457?pt=AU_Watches&hash=item1c2692b289#ht_500wt_1156 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted July 12, 2013 the finds in my local thrift shops: crappy reps :S. you sir on the contrary have a nice Longines congrats! A few times i thought i saw a rolex.. But naw, it happened to be a Folex. Which was a great rep, other than the name..LOL And they were selling it for $850.... Looks like one sopld for about $800.... http://www.ebay.co.u...9#ht_500wt_1156 My problem is the hands on my watch are different. For the life of me i cannot find mine online. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dalboy 2 Posted July 12, 2013 Unfortunately, i came really early in the morning. and 2 other guys were looking at the piece. That got me angry because i put this on hold and i also told the clerk that i would be buying it at that exact time. One guy was trying to low ball the cashier and another was going even lower. Original price was $75. I told her i would buy it for $80. She said ok to my offer. $80 was what i payed. No tax. All in cash, because thrift stores are greedy bastards. haha Did you get the 40% off ?? Dal. Sadly, no. :'( No matter ! Still a good buy in my book..good luck. Dal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pharmo 33 Posted July 12, 2013 Love the tagged picture mate, Pm sent with intent Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted July 12, 2013 Love the tagged picture mate, Pm sent with intent ive been told to have a real talent for the arts. haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted July 12, 2013 It has been opened. Now in review by Longines! Very nice movement! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LightGeek 25 Posted July 12, 2013 That is so beautiful! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted July 12, 2013 Wow, that's a beautiful movement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonymission 0 Posted July 12, 2013 Wow, the movement.. Thx for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zoomtt 0 Posted July 13, 2013 That is just awesome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jose Betancur 0 Posted July 13, 2013 It has been opened. Now in review by Longines! Very nice movement! porn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted July 13, 2013 Strange, the hands look like they're from a Longines Master Collection. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted July 13, 2013 Strange, the hands look like they're from a Longines Master Collection. I suspect the hands and crown are replacement. Maybe the watch was used in the war and was damaged? Who knows. Thats the beauty of this shit. LOL You just dont know. Hopefully Longines will give me a place of purchase. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lev 6 Posted July 13, 2013 Wooof what a beauty mate! Now that's a goddamn find! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted July 13, 2013 It is a beautiful watch mate. Wear it in good health. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheInthusiest 0 Posted July 13, 2013 Sending the watch information to Longines so they can report back on its roots. Really, Really excited to see what they find! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
