Windows are the eyes of a vintage home.  From the big picture windows of the 50's and 60's to the leaded glass of the Victorian era windows.  Pay careful attention to the windows in a vintage home.  Low quality or poorly matching windows do real harm to the value and appearance of a vintage home.  Repair and maintenance of the original vintage windows can be less expensive than many think. 

Victorian homes come with double hung, casement and fixed windows.  Double hung windows open top and bottom and have a weight attached to a rope or chain or sometimes a spring.  I  have been told that in some homes one opened the top and bottom half way each to provide circulation in the summer.

Casement windows add real charm to vintage homes.  This window opens outward and is attached to the frame by hinges on its vertical edge.  These windows can be repaired or rebuilt and this is almost always worth doing.

Fixed windows are as the name suggests fixed in place.  They are often stained or leaded.

Check all the windows in the home carefuly.  Make certain your home inspector checks that all windows operate properly.  Be certain their is no rot or damage to the wood.  Windows in vintage homes often need the putty replaced.  This is a normal maintenance issue with vintage homes.  I have replaced the putty myself on windows and found it to be fairly easy.  On sides of the home with the most weather expect that putty may only last a few years.