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Can anyone help me about this UG watch please

  1. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    Hi,
    I found that watch and can anyone tell is it original dail? Does UG have that kind of color and also is it the Gena design?
    Thank you so much
     
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  2. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    I am a noob so help me thank you
     
  3. efauser

    efauser I ♥ karma!!! Jan 28, 2017

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    Adding "please" is not just good manners, it will likely get you an answer. Were you able to find a single example of that dial color? Is the watch in India?
     
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  4. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    I can only find the blue and dark blue color dial on the internet. Not the light blue color like this one. Thats why i am confused. The watch is in Singapore.

    Thank you for ur time and reply. I really appreciate it
     
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  5. efauser

    efauser I ♥ karma!!! Jan 28, 2017

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    My suspicion is that it's a redial. More knowledgeable members will be along to give their opinions.
     
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  6. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    I think so too. Thank you for your opinion
     
  7. Larry S Ω 2

    Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Jan 28, 2017

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    I am not a Polarouter expert but I do own one. In my research journey with UG I have never seen a dial with a garish color like this so I'd peg it as redial. Also the radial minute markers are not consistent.
     
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  8. gatorcpa Ω 2

    gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Jan 28, 2017

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    The case is original and was designed by Gerald Genta. Both the case and the dial ring have been heavily worn or overpolished.

    The dial was refinished in a color never used by Universal. We see this quite often with watches sold from India.

    We call this a "Mumbai Special". My guess is that the movement has parts from several watches. It likely is working for now, but won't be working for long.

    You can find better examples.
    gatorcpa
     
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  9. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    Thank you for ur advice. It helped me a lot .
    If you dont mind can you please check this one for me too. I knw i am asking too much but please
     
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  10. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    Hi, thanks a lot for reply. I am a noob without u guys i will be lost. If you dont mind can you check another piece i just posted please.
     
  11. Larry S Ω 2

    Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Jan 28, 2017

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    Better I think the crown is a replace. Mine is signed. Can't tell but the rotor looks rough.
     
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  12. Larry S Ω 2

    Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Jan 28, 2017

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    Also replaced crystal. Original had a cyclops magnifier.
     
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  13. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    Hey, thanks again for ur advise . Thanks about the crystal too. I just found the better pic of the movement.
    If you are in Myanmar ( Burma) i will buy u a drink or coffee.
     
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  14. Larry S Ω 2

    Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Jan 28, 2017

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    It looks like an ok watch. Getting these serviced is a challlenge.
     
  15. Larry S Ω 2

    Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Jan 28, 2017

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    Only SEA visits were to Thailand and OZ so your part of the world is on the bucket list.
     
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  16. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    They are asking 1000 USD for this piece . What would say? I just wanna hear from people like u because u know way better about watch than me. Also, i dont know about the price of this kind of piece.

    Thank you so much
     
  17. gop76

    gop76 Jan 28, 2017

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    The second one is much better (original dial) but, with a replacement crown and crystal, is way overpriced.

    If you can live with a patinated dial, a replacement crown and crystal, i might have something for you much, much cheaper. PM me
     
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  18. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    If you ever come to Myanmar , PM me i will show u around
     
  19. gatorcpa Ω 2

    gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Jan 28, 2017

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    I sold an almost identical watch for little more than half that amount. Mine had an original crown and replacement crystal.

    I had replaced the original crystal and included it, even though cracked and unusable.

    That watch is way overpriced.
    gatorcpa
     
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  20. Wai Toe

    Wai Toe Jan 28, 2017

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    You guys helped me a lot . Thank you guys . This is an awesome forum. Thanks about the price information too