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Ranchero: Always wanted is it too good be?

MikeyC
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Other than a replacement crown looking for input and issues. Thanks in advance.

Mike
 
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How many have you looked at, what is your assessment?
 
MikeyC
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How many have you looked at, what is your assessment?
My first assessment was the dial was repainted so I asked for additional pictures. They sent two of the dial back (I only posted 1) so now I am thinking it may have just been cleaned up not repainted. I am more of a speedmaster guy as far as knowledge and details. I caught the crown myself, but it is not a deal breaker.
 
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Not a great example. Dial has a heavy patina, hands are very oxidized and the lume is in poor shape. Case also looks polished to me, especially around the lugs. Compare to mine:
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Don't go for it, dirty dial + lost paint on numerals.
 
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Don't go for it, dirty dial + lost paint on numerals.
To me, lost paint on numerals is a big issue. I'm afraid other part of the paint will also chip off soon with any small bump to the watch...
 
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Not a great example. Dial has a heavy patina, hands are very oxidized and the lume is in poor shape. Case also looks polished to me, especially around the lugs. Compare to mine:
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Thank you
 
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gbesq gbesq
Not a great example. Dial has a heavy patina, hands are very oxidized and the lume is in poor shape. Case also looks polished to me, especially around the lugs. Compare to mine:
IMG_7406.jpeg IMG_7405.jpeg IMG_7404.jpeg

By the way your watch is beautiful wear it in good health.
 
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By the way your watch is beautiful wear it in good health.
Thank you. Be patient in your search. Rancheros are rare, but good examples come up for sale every year. $5-7k USD will usually be enough to purchase a quality example.
 
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