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  1. Optimizer13 Nov 28, 2015

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    Finally got to own my favorite Heuer watch. Yes, I do like this better than the first generation Carrera! Case is quite sharp with original brushed finish. Overall dial is very attractive despite the imperfections at the edges and partially crumbled lume plots. Does anybody know whats the cause of those imperfections at the edge (near 8-9pm)? My guess is somebody tried to remove the dial and scratched it? Or is that natural degradation of the dial? Either way, I still love this piece! Hope you all enjoy the pictures!
     
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  2. sliceoftime_ Nov 28, 2015

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    NFW!
     
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  3. abrod520 Nov 28, 2015

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    Gorgeous!
     
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  4. Horlogerie EU based Professional Watchmaker Nov 28, 2015

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    Very nice, congradulations.

    Interestingly I recently serviced a Carrera but with the V72 movement, and today I just completed a full servicing on an Autavia (including of course complete teardown of the chrono module) with the Cal 12 movement, which is virtually identical to your Cal 11.

    I am having a difficult time picking out the dial blemish...

    www.roberthoran.eu
     
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  5. davidswiss Nov 28, 2015

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    Very nice.
    I like the early Heuer designs and used to have two, a Cerrera and dato, but sold them when I realized they were never getting worn.
    It's great when you get your hands on a watch you've always wanted that's in good shape and ready to enjoy.
     
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  6. SeanO Nov 28, 2015

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    I reckon the clear coat on the dial started to lift due to exposure to oils and light
     
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  7. Optimizer13 Nov 28, 2015

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    I would hope its something natural from age!
     
  8. Crossfire Nov 30, 2015

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    Great watch. Classics of Heuer watches.
     
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  9. serdal22 Nov 30, 2015

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    Very beautiful!

    Congrats.

    Serdal
     
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  10. Noles_88 Dog costume designer extraordinaire! Dec 1, 2015

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    Beautiful watch.
     
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  11. CajunTiger Cajuns and Gators can't read newspapers! Dec 1, 2015

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    nice find...underrated.
     
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  12. ping pong patina Dec 1, 2015

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    congratulations