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  1. Waltesefalcon Jan 9, 2022

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    The pictures stink. What details I can see look okay but those photos leave a lot to be desired in determining the condition. I'd be sure to clear up any shipping issues and ask for better photos (in focus, taken in natural indirect light) before making any kind of decision on it.
     
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  2. sleepyastronaut Jan 9, 2022

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    This one from Venezuela is right up my alley. If only it weren't from Venezuela...

    Medallion is a bit worn.

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/334240982682Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network
     
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  3. sleepyastronaut Jan 9, 2022

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    Looking at his other auctions, he's got several redials. Of note is this egregious example.

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  4. __ryan__ Jan 9, 2022

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    It looks like paint has crept up the sides of the applied markers. Isn't that usually a sign of dial repainting?
     
  5. sleepyastronaut Jan 9, 2022

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    It is on a dial with applied indices. With a stamped dial it's not as simple. I don't know if this is stamped.
     
  6. Waltesefalcon Jan 9, 2022

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    Here's one that doesn't look bad.

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/Collectibl...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

    And another.

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Et...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

    And another KonTiki 20.

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/Eterna-Mat...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network
     
  7. sleepyastronaut Jan 20, 2022

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  8. Waltesefalcon Jan 20, 2022

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    I am sorta leaning towards redial. It looks like the paint is on the sides of the markers in a few places like someone wasn't really careful when applying it. Honestly though, at that price I'd still buy it.
     
  9. sleepyastronaut Jan 20, 2022

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    The paint does seem a bit too fresh for the patina on the markers and hands.
     
  10. Spruce Sunburst dial fan Jan 21, 2022

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    At present it’s at a very attractive price and if it stays around that figure it’s either a 'snip/catch' or a very attractive every day wearer with a nice case and great movement.

    I don’t think that every watch I collect has to be in pristine vintage condition although it’s a bonus if it is.

    And, with this one, it should hold it’s value and you’ll probably get what you paid for it if you decide to move it on.
     
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