Authenticity Check - Seamaster 1961

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Welcome.

You really need to post photos rather than links and, in addition, tell us your views, what the seller asserts and the price asked.

The problem with links, such as yours, is that they disappear after the watch is sold and other visitors to the OF can’t access the details
 
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Welcome.

You really need to post photos rather than links and, in addition, tell us your views, what the seller asserts and the price asked.

The problem with links, such as yours, is that they disappear after the watch is sold and other visitors to the OF can’t access the details
Hi - OK thanks, pictures are attached. The only view of the movement that I got was from the video, which is why I shared the link. The seller says that it is ref 14389-12-CSP and is genuine, in excellent condition. Asking price is $1,230.

 
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Well done getting the photos up.

That said, your watch is outside my general area and you’ll probably have to wait for another OF member to provide useful information on it.

I have, however, four comments;

First, the hands have lost their lume and are in poor condition.
Second, the photos are both poor and look as though they have been ‘lightened', a popular practice to hide dial discolouration.
Three, the photos are too poor for me, at least, to see if the dial has been repainted at some stage. You might want to check the seller’s summary to see if he asserts that the dial is in its original condition. If he fails to mention it or merely says something bland about it, you should be suspicious.
Four, in the light of my earlier comments, and the absence of sharp photos of the watch and movement and inside caseback, I think the price is too high.

You should compare this watch with others on eBay and Chrono24.