Hi Alfred
the watches you posted are authentic but have some potential issues
there are quite a number of Connie styles - you posted three different styles (although 1 and 3 are very similar to be fair) so my advice would be to
fix on the type you like most and try to learn as much as you can about that one style.
the link
@Vitezi posted is definitely the best place to start.
also
look at the constellation show and tell thread - its a great resource for different case and dial styles
some correct crowns are no longer available -so a number have replacement crowns - which is acceptable as long as you know
with a
bit of patience and research you'll soon learn which is which (and which are plain wrong)
rotor rub is where the rotor has been rubbing on the case back - identified by scuffing on the upper edge of the rotor and a circular mark on the case back.
very common and not a huge issue and can be usually fixed by a service -but it does need to be fixed
(
you should factor a service into your budget anyway)
it's okay to overpay for a watch you can't live without but there is overpaying and overpaying
however, you already did the right thing by coming here before spending your money
as noted above, keep looking at the sales forum on OF - nice Connies do pop up from time to time - but the
best ones frequently disappear again as soon as they are advertised
best of luck in your hunt - and post any targets you might be interested in
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