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  1. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Mar 31, 2018

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    I saw this steel cased Constellation with "golden" dial. Crown is wrong, I am sure, but the dial looks original to me. Movement looks fine (again to me). Buckle looks like a sanded gold-plated model - that one was new to me!
    No direct link, but second-bottom in http://www.arrowsmithwatches.com/collectors-sale.html

    The only thing that bothers me is the rusty ring between crystal and dial. Could it indicate moist exposure?

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  2. Noddyman Mar 31, 2018

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    It looks like an all original 14381, even the crown. The case is good, nice and sharp still showing its original edges. Overall it looks neglected and in need of a good clean and service. Personally I don’t like patina so I am struggling to get past the dial. It should clean up nicely and price is fair for a dealer.
    Edit: the crystal could be aftermarket as I dont see a logo.
     
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  3. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Mar 31, 2018

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    Thanks a lot, @Noddyman ! Yes, I am sure a service is mandatory. To me, the dial looks acceptable, although in need of cleaning.
    I was so naïve to think all Constellations had decagonal crowns. Got a lot to learn.
     
  4. felsby I don't see any option in settings or profile Apr 1, 2018

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    Watch was sold. It turned out that it is available from another UK dealer, this time for a larger sum. Given the need of service, I will pass.