Welcome to DM Vintage Watches

My passion is handpicking beautiful vintage watches from around the world, each one chosen for its craftsmanship, heritage, and individuality.

Viewings are available by appointment in Dorset and London, offering a relaxed and personal buying experience.

If you’re ordering from outside the UK, please contact me directly and I’ll be happy to assist with international arrangements.

Browse the current collection and find your next timepiece.

  • DM Vintage Watches is run by Adam;

    “My passion is sourcing distinctive vintage watches from around the world. I only ever buy watches that I genuinely like and that I believe offer real value, whether that’s through rarity, condition, provenance, or timeless style.

    Every watch in the collection is carefully selected, researched, and handled with the same attention I would expect when buying for my own collection.”

  • With years of selling experience, transparency sits at the heart of everything we do — from clear, accurate condition reports and provenance where available, to open and honest pricing. There are no hidden surprises, just straightforward buying and selling built on trust.

  • We work closely with an accredited watchmaker to ensure every watch meets the highest mechanical and quality standards.

    Every watch is personally inspected, tested on a timegrapher, and assessed for overall performance and condition. Where required, watches are fully serviced before being offered for sale.

    All pieces are carefully authenticated, and we offer a lifetime guarantee of authenticity on every watch we sell.

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IWC Schaffhausen, Cal. 89, 18ct, c.1954 A beautifully strong mid century jumbo IWC, housed in a larger than standard solid 18ct gold case with teardrop lugs. This is exactly the sort of piece that shows why IWC built its reputation on movement quali
Roy King tank style watch with import marks dating it to 1975. Really sharp case with stepped sides. Dial has aged beautifully. Soft, even tone across it with the Roman numerals and blued hands still crisp. Cabochon crown, black leather strap, and
Rolex Datejust, Ref 16014, 1979, Slate Grey Dial 1979 Rolex Datejust presented in exceptional, near mint condition throughout. Slate grey dial with a soft sunburst finish that shifts nicely in different light. The lume plots have aged to a warm ora
Patek Philippe, 3491, 1964 A beautifully elegant and highly collectible vintage Patek Philippe, reference 3491, dating to 1964 and presented in a classic rectangular Gondolo-style case. This example is particularly special, featuring a rare co-signe
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500, Black Dial, 1969, Fully Original Serviced A very sharp Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date ref. 1500 from 1969, presented here as a fully original example — dial, case, movement and bracelet all correct and period ma
Lip Genève Chronograph, Valjoux 7730, 1960s, – Lip Genève Chronograph, Valjoux 7730 – Case c.39mm Including Crown – Mint Dial, Sharp Case – Running Well, Chronograph Resetting Correctly This is a rare beast. A
Omega Seamaster, 1952, ref C2577-9SC, cal 354 Bumper, 34mm • Omega Seamaster, ref C2577-9SC, 1952 • 34mm case excluding crown • Cal. 354 bumper automatic • Running within a minute a day Early 1950s Seamaster with the proper
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Ref 2940, Original Dial, Bubbleback, 1946 An honest early Rolex Oyster Perpetual Officially Certified Chronometer dating to 1946 (serial 404966), from the classic Bubbleback era. These watches sit at a really impor
Omega Pontife, 1939, 30T2 Manual Wind, Jumbo 35mm, Original Dial, Serviced This is a museum piece. An Omega Pontife dating to 1939, powered by the legendary 30T2 manual wind movement. A serial from this year places it right at the very beginning of
Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803, Presidential, 18ct White Gold, 1964, Serviced, MINT Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date reference 1803, crafted in 18ct white gold, with a visible serial dating production to 1964. The silver sunburst dial is in remarkable con
Universal Genève Auto Ref. 20005, Cal. 138, J.W. Benson Dial, 35mm Serviced A rare and highly attractive early-1950s Universal Genève Automatic, reference 20005, featuring a factory co-signed J.W. Benson London dial. These retailer-sig
Omega Seamaster 30, Cal. 285, 1960, Black Dial, 35mm, Manual Wind A very attractive Omega Seamaster 30 dating to circa 1960, fitted with the correct and desirable manual wind Omega calibre 285, visible in the photographs. The movement is signed Omeg
Omega Constellation 168.017 SP Automatic Cal.564 1967 34.5mm On Bracelet 1967 Omega Constellation, reference 168.017 SP, fitted with the correct automatic chronometer-rated calibre 564, visible in the movement photos. Classic silver dial with applie
1952 Omega Seamaster F6516 Cal. 351 Bumper Auto Solid 14ct Gold Watch Serviced Early Omega Seamaster reference F6516 in solid 14k gold, housing the cal. 351 bumper automatic movement, serial 13,668,797 dating it to 1952. The case, made by Wadsworth
Cyma WWW “Dirty Dozen” (1945) – British Army Issue A superb example of the Cyma WWW, one of the twelve watch manufacturers contracted by the British Ministry of Defence at the end of World War II. This piece, issued in 1945, featur
Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph Ref. 16263 – Steel & 18k Gold – Full Set (1995) Fully original Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph reference 16263 from 1995, presented as a full set with box, papers, booklets, leather wallet and calendar card.

  • This has to be one of the best days of my life. What a superb wrist watch this is. I've been looking for this watch with this steel strap for over 25 years. Only ever coming close once. I was told I would never see the like again. Wrong!! This is much better I've got it now

    Ebay: peter.tinkler2012

  • Great quality vintage watch, posted promptly and arrived quickly. This watch is in great condition, looks almost unworn and looks fantastic for a 53 year old item. Good value for a vintage watch in this excellent condition.

    Ebay: binouguernsey

  • Excellent seller, very helpful and passionate about his watches. would definitely use again in a heart beat. the quality of the item was spot on, the condition was true to the pictures. the value for the money of this item was excellent and the appearance of the seller was superb.

    Ebay:  gwy-8105

  • Just want to thank Adam on great customer service and have to say description of item was perfect ( if anything item was in even better condition than description ) , great communication from seller and very prompt delivery, I am also extremely happy with the Omega I purchased from Adam as well and look forward to buying more watches in the future it nice to find someone you can trust and someone who also keeps price reasonable for such quality items, many thanks Mark

    Ebay: mbo-14 

  • Item arrived quickly well packaged and and described. Strong communication from seller and helped point me in the direction of some good independent watchmakers to help service and maintain. Great value for a discontinued gem of a watch.

    Ebay: Prahunt

  • Even more impressive on the wrist, well packaged speedy delivery, and seller response very professional thank- you

    Ebay: Cunnpa4