Omega X-33 Gen 1... Thoughts??

[afc14284]

Lads, I've been looking at an X-33 that's FS on WUS.. Basically it's from 1999, and has been put through a lot (from what I can see)...

My question to all you fine horological Geniuses is... Is that one worth paying that kinda dough for?

Here's the link:
http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=1932313

Please help me out!!!

[hidden by leaves]

That's actually a pretty good price for an X-33, even given that it's been worn hard enough. They're great watches if you like them. I had a Gen 1 and now have a gen 2. Very light, very functional. Alarm can wake the dead. Cool backlight (and lume too). Good for travelling. I would double check everything is functioning correctly - the guy seems like a DIY type (not that that's necessarily a bad thing).

The Ti bracelets are expensive if you're thinking of getting one to add to the piece. They wear well on straps though. Here's a couple of pics of my former Gen 1. I still have a coramide strap for mine and I love it. Good luck.



This is the coramide strap:







Cheers,
Anthony

[snootydog]

i was never a fan of the X-33 but i have to say i think it looks great on the coramide strap

[foodle]

Service history is a bit odd, so if you buy, I'd ask for some kind of return period to make sure everything is in good working order.

Personally, the gen 1 and 2 look isn't my favorite. However, the gen 3 is

[falcon4311]

Service history is a bit odd, so if you buy, I'd ask for some kind of return period to make sure everything is in good working order.

Personally, the gen 1 and 2 look isn't my favorite. However, the gen 3 is

I agree, good suggestion.

[BBK357]

"Within a minute a day"
wtf


I want a gen2

This one is asking for trouble, not down the road but anytime after you open the box.

[hoppyjr]

^ I tend to agree.

[afc14284]

Thanks for all your responses Buds.. TBH, I've always found this to be a great looking watch but way out of my price league so when I see that one at that price range that I could go for, I started thinking about it, but any and all troubles I would find would be very difficult to settle being that we don't have any watchmakers around here

Love those pics but maybe I should just enjoy the pics and move on..

Thanks guys

[hidden by leaves]

Or buy this one. Serviced/warrantied and with a bracelet for a few hundred bucks more. I can't believe nobody has grabbed this. If I had the dough I might just b/c it's a great deal.

http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t= ... sg_7032300

[JDC222]

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/105th- ... 41201.html

[foodle]

Price dropped to $1000 OBO. It's a bargain, but a risky one. The price drop is indicative of the market's wariness of the DIY servicing and crown issues.

[hidden by leaves]

He also edited the listing to note a crown failure, which happened on some Gen 1s. Full service on these is $700 (not sure if less w/o bracelet), and includes a whole new module if needed. There is a partial service that can be done for less, but it's a judgement call by Omega and no warranty. Not sure what this one would "qualify" for. Don't think there are many independents (that I know if anyway) that will/can work on these.

[toxicavenger]

pass

[matt.wu]

Just assume it needs a full service. No bracelet? I'd imagine it's more of a deal at under $700.

[BBK357]

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/105th- ... 41201.html

??
It's 3k.
Seems expensive for a gen 2.

[jsj11]

a thousand bucks (maybe less after negotiation) for the Gen 1 is a bargain - trust me I looked for one for ages and they were never as low as that. As long as all the functions work - I think you should go for it if you want one. If you pass on it, you will struggle to find one as cheap, I promise

[andrema]

You gonna get it?

[JDC222]

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/105th- ... 41201.html

??
It's 3k.
Seems expensive for a gen 2.

That seller is always over priced. Just showing an example of the high end price, which is basically a mint watch. I'd go with the Z-33 myself, although I know not many dig it like I do!

[foodle]

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/105th- ... 41201.html

??
It's 3k.
Seems expensive for a gen 2.

That seller is always over priced. Just showing an example of the high end price, which is basically a mint watch. I'd go with the Z-33 myself, although I know not many dig it like I do!

That one is also priced high due to the engraving and quasi-issue status.

[sierra11b]

I'd pass on this one and keep a lookout for a Gen 2 without any provenance and at a good price.

I understand the want for one... Ever since trying on the new Skywalker I've had a hard time getting it out of my head! I may have to suffice for the Gen 2 myself.

[hidden by leaves]

Looks like somebody grabbed it, or is in the process. Anyone here?

I still say this is a way better package deal and no headaches

http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t= ... sg_7032300

[afc14284]

Well it wasn't me..: my service / watchmakers availability being close to nil made me rethink this. Ohh well this is the life of a WiSer hehe

[jad3703]

"That's a negative Ghostrider, the pattern is full."

I have had two friends regret buying first-generation X-33s due to main module issues (and subsequent parts availability). Anytime you buy something that looks to be a great deal ... it is not.

There will be others, Ricardo. Good luck and good hunting, mate.

James

[afc14284]

Thanks James.. That's the good thing about loving watches, you fall in love with a new watch everyday hehe