'34 Oyster 14k... Advice Please

[jazzguitar14]

So I ran into a 1934 14k Oyster today at an antique sale. Sorry no pics. 29mm ladies on aftermarket leather.

The watch is running smooth, case in excellent condition, face and hands have moderate patina and appear origional, decent glass.

I researched the movement and serial #'s and it all checks out. Dealer wants $485.

I certainly don't need another ladies watch and don't have a good feel for this deep vintage Rolex market. Ive seen asking prices all over the map for similar watches, but I really don't know what they sell for.

So, do go back and pick her up?
Safe queen?
Flip?
Gift to Mom?

OR, Don't do it and save money for something sweet?

Thanks for any advice

[joe100]

No advice without photos, help us to help you.

[jazzguitar14]

Thanks for the reply Joe, I wish I had pics.

Found some similar watches in the 3K range on Etsy... but again, who's buying them at those prices? Similar Ebay completed sales range from 400 to about 1200.

I think Ill go back tomorrow and if the wife likes it I might just add another to the watch box... Its a cool vintage piece, but Im really not attached to it in any way.

[joe100]

Parts could be very hard to get ahold of, dial could be refinished, many many problems could be lurking there. Go back, take some pics and get back with us here. Don't spend $485 on what could potentially be a piece of junk