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Newbie: What Is The Difference Between Refinishing And Refurbishing A Dial

  1. joshgibsonbrown Jan 6, 2013

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    Please excuse the apparent ignorance of this question but what is the difference between refinishing and refurbishing a dial?
     
  2. ulackfocus Jan 6, 2013

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    Most sellers seem to think those words mean the same thing, but 'refurbished' or 'restored' must sound better to them. You'd have to ask on a case by case basis, but if you're talking eBay listings it usually means a refinished dial.
     
  3. cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Jan 6, 2013

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    Essentially it is the same and not good thing.
     
  4. joshgibsonbrown Jan 7, 2013

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    Is there any other way - a 'right' way - to restore the original appearance a dial that has fallen into disrepair?
     
  5. LouS Mrs Nataf's Other Son Staff Member Jan 7, 2013

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    Nope - that's why there is such a premium on a truly original dial.
     
  6. ulackfocus Jan 7, 2013

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    In most cases, no. Some manufacturers do excellent work on their vintage pieces and the end result is nearly perfect - but it still isn't original.
     
  7. joshgibsonbrown Jan 7, 2013

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    Can anyone share a link with me on the dial restoration process? I would like to understand how it is done.
     
  8. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Jan 7, 2013

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