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Need help on a Cyma chronograph

  1. coolie Oct 25, 2017

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    Hello to all vintage watch enthusiasts,

    First time posting here. Still feeling my way around, so please forgive any missteps.

    Anyway, I have been keeping an eye out for a chronograph, particularly a two-register one, and came across this listing: http://www.chrono24.com/cyma/chronograph-mens-vintage-watch-extremely-rare-steel--id6956340.htm

    The case seems to have good, sharp lines and edges, and the (snap back?) case back looks in good shape. However, despite the five pictures featuring the dial, I cannot see too much detail because of the reflections and the angles of the shots. What I can see, though, is the finish is very even and unblemished for a decades old specimen.

    The seller provides scant information, no ref no., age or other information. Seller says the watch is "extremely rare", but the price is $825. Would appreciate any input on this watch, but wondering if this is a situation of "too good to be true".

    Many thanks in advance.
     
  2. omegastar Oct 26, 2017

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    Dial has been refinished and probably had a gold tone or gold markers since the hands are golden.
    The mix does not work.
    Hour counter hand looks fishy, 1970´s.
    Should have a picture of the case back markings to be sure the case is Cyma.
    All in all, avoid.
     
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  3. coolie Oct 26, 2017

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    Thank you for the feedback, omegastar.
    I also feel the hour counter hand looks odd. Guess when spidey senses tingle, heed them!