Did anybody here buy the a386 on eBay last night?

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It’s the “stuffed in a sock drawer” dream (minus the bracelet) but not sure I could go 15k on it. It’s especially nice that shipping is $9 for the winner 😲
 
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That one at Phillips looks pretty good at $23k......if this one goes to the finish line.
 
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That one at Phillips looks pretty good at $23k......if this one goes to the finish line.

This one started at $1from and non-watch seller who found it. Didn’t even know what it was
 
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This one started at $1from and non-watch seller who found it. Didn’t even know what it was


That's always a possibility.
 
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Would be better if these pictures had a few more pixels. Legendary watch nonetheless, wish I could've gotten my paws on it.
 
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This one started at $1from and non-watch seller who found it. Didn’t even know what it was
A suprise for the seller indeed.
 
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But does prove the point that if you don’t know a lot about, well anything you want to sell, go auction don’t try to put a Buy it Now price on it.

I do hope the seller pays a bit more for shipping that the $9 tho.... might want to at least spring an extra $2.60 for signature confirmation.
 
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Few more pics from the listing and sellers description:

“ I know nothing about watches, so unfortunately, I cannot give many details - hopefully my pictures tell the story. I tried to find the same exact face/dial, but couldn't quite find one that matched.
A vintage Zenith Men's wristwatch - marked Chronograph Automatic El Primero. Back side has "231E243" - don't know what that designates.
Watch shows signs of age/usage - scuffing & wear, with minor soiling (needs cleaning, etc). BEING SOLD "AS IS".

 
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Tachy ring looks like possibly a service replacement. If so, then I would question how original is that lovely yellow lume.

I hope we get clearer photos of it one day.
 
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I saw this on the bay when it was stuck at $7kish, before all the last minute bids and sniping commenced. Never before have I felt so compelled to take a 10k stab at a watch I hadn't seen the movement or know if there was one. This would have been such a gamble, but such a huge pay off played right. I'm hoping the best for the buyer...like there is a movement inside and it doesn't need a complete overhaul.
I wouldn't have won anyway even If I'd had the balls but it was interesting seeing it pan out. What a find!
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Tachy ring looks like possibly a service replacement. If so, then I would question how original is that lovely yellow lume.

I hope we get clearer photos of it one day.

How are you judging the tachy BTW..I thought the service had a curlier C.
 
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How are you judging the tachy BTW..I thought the service had a curlier C.
Was just looking for the rounded C in Tachy
 
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Better pics when not using the phone...I think the tachy is original.
Thanks much better photos. Does look like like original Tachy.

This one could turn out to be a real gem for the buyer
 
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Wow, very nice looking piece.

With a bit of TLC this is a real winner.
 
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I suspect someone got a nice deal on this one.

The bracelet alone is worth the price. 😉
 
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And now there's another one on eBay as a BIN. No word on which drawer this one came out of.