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A Constellation ref 168018. What do you think about it?

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Hi,
I would like to hear your commend about this watch. In my view, the outside is flawless. However, looking at its back, with the caseback off, I see that it is severely corroded, and what is more suspicious is the caseback and the movement is still in very good condition. These things make me wonder if there are some parts been replaced, aren't they?
The seller asking around 700-800 usd for it.
Experts, please guide me, I'd love to hear your opinion.
Thanks so much.
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kaplan
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Nothing stands out malicious with this watch, the gasket/gasket area did its job and kept humidity out

50% of steel watches in the market would look like this if sellers were honest like this seller, he could've just placed a gasket on it and you'd not know

It's just normal, and the movement looks 1% top condition, price is good
 
Peemacgee
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Nice watch, bit of rotor rub - so factor in a service.

Buckle is a nice bonus.

A good buy IMHO.
 
hoipolloi
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Dial has been repainted.Fake buckle, rusty case.
Don't buy.
 
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hoipolloi hoipolloi
Dial has been repainted.Fake buckle, rusty case.
Don't buy.

Of course you’re right - should have curly n’s not straight ones.
Another pretty good redial job though.
 
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hoipolloi hoipolloi
Dial has been repainted.Fake buckle, rusty case.
Don't buy.
I think youre right. Thanks a lot for the words.
However, if you could elaborate why the buckle is fake, that would be great.
 
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S Supomega
if you could elaborate why the buckle is fake,

Because I have seen lots of them for sale in Vietnam lately, cheap.
 
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hoipolloi hoipolloi
Dial has been repainted.Fake buckle, rusty case.
Don't buy.
What a save. The hands covering the script is definitely malicious.
 
Dan S
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I'm not an expert on curved or straight "n"s but the brushing looked suspicious to me.
 
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hoipolloi hoipolloi
Because I have seen lots of them for sale in Vietnam lately, cheap.
What a sharp eye. Yes, this seller is from Vietnam.

@All: thank you for your wisdom.
 
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