El Primero Surf - Case Finish Query

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I picked up this EP Surf at the start of the year here on the forum.

Been really pleased - especially with the size which at 36mm is a good fit for my skinny 6.5" wrist.

It has been running really well, testament to a couple of services in 2013 and 2020 and despite some 'honest' wear that has resulted in a few chunky dings around case.

On closer inspection it looks like there has been some work done to restore the brushed finish but I have the suspicion that the brushing may have been overdone.

I've spent a good while pouring over pictures on the web to try to establish the correct finish but have basically discovered that there are probably as many over-polished examples as there are over-brushed.

My guess would be that only the upper surface of the case should have brushed finish and that the bezel and case sides should be polished

Does anyone have a definitive (or well educated) answer?

Thanks in advance

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