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New Arrival: 1958, 2996-1 Ranchero in very nice condition.

  1. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Nov 16, 2016

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    IMG_5299.JPG This just showed up today. A correct (and all original I believe) 1958, center seconds, 2996-1 Ranchero, caliber 284, movement number 16847xxx, in nice condition except for some polishing. This most welcome addition to the fleet joins my white and black dial 2990-1 Rancheros.

    The radium dial is in, very nice, intact condition. Very little lume loss. Nice orange patina. The dial indicates "SWISS" below the number 6. The original broad arrow hands are intact and have original radium lume.

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    Macros of the Arabic dial numbers. Notice the serifs. There are plenty of aftermarket Ranchero dials floating around. THIS is the real thing.
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    The top of the SWISS is barely visible.
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    Caliber 284, movement number 16847xxx. I believe both the SWISS (and not SWISS MADE) dial and movement number are indicative of an early production reference 2996-1 Ranchero.
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    Original crown emblem polished down?? :(
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    Under a UV light. Dial and hand lume appears to be a nice match.
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    Looks rather nice on the wrist
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    2996-1 Ranchero taking center stage from it's slightly older brothers, the black and white dial 2990-1 caliber 267.
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    Edited Nov 16, 2016
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  2. ulackfocus Nov 16, 2016

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    I'm putting you MUCH higher on the list of members I hate.

    (as if the double Breguet / Lange big date post wasn't enough, now he flaunts the trifecta of excellent dials on Rancheros)

    NFWes.
     
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  3. pitpro Likes the game. Nov 16, 2016

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    Marc- Big Congrats!!
    This is a Big Deal.! These 2996 Ranchero's are RARE,
    RARE, did I say RARE!
    Very jealous on this one.
    Excellent condition too
    Dibs!
     
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  4. T<25 Nov 16, 2016

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    Congrats! It's beautiful, the watch looks custom made to your wrist.
     
  5. kpaxsg Nov 16, 2016

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    Don't we all?!:)
     
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  6. repoman Nov 16, 2016

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    This showing off really has to stop :whipped:
    :D
    Great pickup, you are an amazingly astute Hoarder of Ranchero
     
    Edited Nov 17, 2016
  7. VanDamme NOT "The Muscles from Brussels" Nov 17, 2016

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    Congratulations! Amazing watches.

    I have always loved that the 30mm text has a period after it, as if to say "This is it!" or "30mm nothing else, Period!". Like a boss:thumbsup:
     
  8. Steve1haggart Nov 17, 2016

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    where do you find all these good looking watches :) .... stunning dial congratulations Marc another one to add to your extensive collection.
     
  9. marturx Nov 17, 2016

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    Fantastic dedication and focus! :thumbsup:

    Will be interesting to see your next collecting niche!
     
  10. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Nov 17, 2016

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    Thank you all for your kind comments.
    If the caliber is not 321 and there is no DON bezel attached, they are often overlooked.::rimshot::
     
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  11. Dgercp Nov 17, 2016

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    Just gorgeous but you really should either be banned from here, or supply us all with zoloft :)
    Congrats on a stunning example.
     
  12. Sanmilc Nov 17, 2016

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    Hi, where do you live? Do you have a big dog? Alarm? Guns at home? I´m just curious.... :whistling:
     
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  13. Joe K. Curious about this text thingy below his avatar Nov 17, 2016

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    Very nice! Excellent photos as well.
     
  14. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Nov 17, 2016

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    I've built a wall and hired professional security. Can't be too careful.
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  15. efauser I ♥ karma!!! Nov 17, 2016

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    Think where he'd rank if you gave a damn about Speedmasters.
     
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  16. milwatch126 Nov 21, 2016

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    Stunning hands and dial patina and great photgraphy skills sir.
     
  17. rollingrevolver Nov 22, 2016

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    That might be the real thing but your ability to land these beauties is unreal. Congrats yet again! :thumbsup:

    (I should probably cut and paste these last three words for future use in your threads)
     
  18. DG GW Nov 22, 2016

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    Very nice find. I completely am jealous!
     
  19. T<25 Nov 22, 2016

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    The lume is very pleasing to me. Congrats!
     
  20. DIV Nov 22, 2016

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    Yes! Me too!!! You beat me to it, big time! Where do you find that beauty!!! Clearly, I need to widen my search circle!