Hi All,

Mmmm, this one seems a bit.... neglected, at least not very much taken care of. Thinking of buying it though.
Case looks sharp, dial/lume/hands all seem original, maybe (poor quality of pics) some flakes on it or be it patina, medallion looks sharp & rest is quite obvious....
Opinions are welcome: afraid that these are all the pics available: I know it's a risk etc., but for a few bob....

Thanks!!
Willem

 

Does it come with the rest of the body?

 

Sorry, coffin only

 

Must admit these are the sort of buys I love provided they are only a few bob.
The seller certainly isn't trying to hide anything.

 

Although I´m no fan of C-case Constellations this one looks like it will clean up pretty well. It has some small chips and marks to the bezel and will be sure to need a service, but if it all adds up I´d say go for it.

It looks from all that gunk like it was possibly worn on a NATO which has now been removed. The case back removed, then replaced and the gunk is now not lining up anymore. Watch out for `nylon rash` under there!

No movement shots?

 

Thanks for the comment @cristos71!
No movement shots, but for this price I might take the chance

 

If it is cheap enough it would be worth the gamble but I sure would like to see under the hood in this one....

 

It looks as if there's rust spots on the dial - I think there's a pretty good reason for the missing movement shots…

 

Thanks for your opinions, guys. Price went up too high this time (approx €250) so I let this one pass.
Next time better luck, I guess (and I will have a more thorough look in te Sales-corner too)

 

I wouldn´t say €250 or even €350 is too expensive. You´ll be amazed what a clean and a new crystal would do to this one.

It´s all about the movement, if only a ± €150 service is necessary and no major parts then you are still getting a nicely patinated chronometer Constellation for under €550.