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First, do no harm ... to your 105.012-65

oddboy
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I don't think it's the second hand that keeps people away. The dial isn't very nice, imho, based on the pics . I bet it looks better in the sun, but in these it just looks worn out.
 
Dan S
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That's an interesting point. I did realize that the watch wasn't very appealing overall, but I think you put a good perspective on it. I suppose one could ask for photos taken in sunshine. I will ask the seller for those, since he has re-listed. However, one would still have to deal with the sweep hand. Could it be restored, because it's hideous. Maybe there's a way to strip the paint (or "Wite Out"). Or would it involve a search for a replacement?
 
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Dan S Dan S
That's an interesting point. I did realize that the watch wasn't very appealing overall, but I think you put a good perspective on it. I suppose one could ask for photos taken in sunshine. I will ask the seller for those, since he has re-listed. However, one would still have to deal with the sweep hand. Could it be restored, because it's hideous. Maybe there's a way to strip the paint (or "Wite Out"). Or would it involve a search for a replacement?
yes ive had a chrono hand repainted and the lume kept
 
Davidt
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Not a problem getting a decent watchmaker to strip and repaint the hand.
 
tyrantlizardrex
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Could just be that it's not in the least bit attractive, and $7k...

When greed, blind optimism, and actual blindness collide. ::facepalm1::
 
Davidt
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Could just be that it's not in the least bit attractive, and $7k...

When greed, blind optimism, and actual blindness collide. ::facepalm1::

Agreed. Not really attractive in the slightest, although the case looks quite good.

Pretty much the definition of a 'running' watch.
 
nonuffinkbloke
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First, do no harm......Don't 'Fakk about' with your 105.012-65!
Take it to Simon Freese or Swiss Time Services.👍

Your 105.012-65 comes back looking like this:
20170507_165913-1.jpg
 
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nonuffinkbloke nonuffinkbloke
First, do no harm......Don't 'Fakk about' with your 105.012-65!
Take it to Simon Freese or Swiss Time Services.👍

Your 105.012-65 comes back looking like this:
20170507_165913-1.jpg

I don’t want my watch to get a brown dial.
😲😁😉
 
Dan S
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Well, the seller was very responsive in sending photos taken in better light. Unfortunately, the dial still doesn't look great IMO; very blotchy and strange. Unfortunate, because the case does look pretty nice.
speed1.jpg speed2.jpg
 
DonovanMartin
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That is a pretty rough looking example. But it is still better than what I have in that model, which is nothing! I love this forum. Great advice and input from years of experience.
 
abrod520
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It's a little roughed up, but a trip to Simon Freese for a lume touch-up might turn out a decent, lived-in example. The bezel probably doesn't look that bad in person. It all comes down to price, really - the ask is too high but I think it could make a good wearer if you spent $6k on it (including the trip to Freese)
 
nonuffinkbloke
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Ahhh.... there it is again @oddboy! A watch that has aged beautifully in every way. Perfect on leather. One of my favourites on the forum. 🥰
 
oddboy
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You're too kind @nonuffinkbloke! It's one of my favourites too! The strap is from a member here, but I heard he's not making them anymore. :/
 
Dan S
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oddboy oddboy
Some of us like 'em like that, sometimes. 😁

Looks fantastic. I'm not a fan of "restoring" a watch that has an honest aged appearance.
 
FREDMAYCOIN
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How much of it is the crystal? Could it be just a dinged up crystal?
 
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FREDMAYCOIN FREDMAYCOIN
How much of it is the crystal? Could it be just a dinged up crystal?
Nor enough. The lume has gone mouldy, no amount of Polywatch will make that look good.
 
nonuffinkbloke
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sxl2004 sxl2004
I don’t want my watch to get a brown dial.
😲😁😉
You make a very valid point mate! I have only got one Speedmaster and I forget they are supposed to be black.😟
 
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nonuffinkbloke nonuffinkbloke
Ahhh.... there it is again @oddboy! A watch that has aged beautifully in every way. Perfect on leather. One of my favourites on the forum. 🥰

oddboy oddboy
You're too kind @nonuffinkbloke! It's one of my favourites too! The strap is from a member here, but I heard he's not making them anymore. :/

Guys, get a room already 😁
 
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