What the verdict on this?

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I have never bought from that seller but everything you read about them on this forum would suggest a phrase involving the words near, barge pole and never - in no particular order.

 

Refinished dial and WAY OVERPRICED.

 

the "automatic" is the wrong font, isn't it?

 

Well, yes... the font is too thick. But the dead giveaway is the "De Ville" text. Here's mine for reference:

 

That's getting into solid gold territory! Allow me to assist with a good shot of correct SMDV inking.



Notice the little points at the end (corners maybe?) of the straight edges?

 

Understood...question, does the "automatic" always have the flat topped As and the upside down W looking M? On some of the Seamasters that forum members own I've seen a different font for the "automatic."

 

Also note its a T SWISS MADE T with no luminous on the dial or hands from a seller which is known for their refinished dials.