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  1. JwRosenthal Aug 24, 2020

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    I think for some of us who have become serious collectors, these bargains are a fun alternative to wringing our hands over $$$ purchases, analyzing every scratch, dials and hand lume matching, serial numbers....there is something nice in buying something cool or fun looking that we can just say- sure, why not. To me these watches are like finding a dime when you’re a kid and running to the store to buy candy.

    On some of my favorite Bulova’s and Gruens, I have more into into the service than the watch- and some I don’t bother servicing, just clean and wear- if they are close that’s good enough for those.
     
  2. connieseamaster Aug 24, 2020

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    https://www.ebay.com/itm/174369476346Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network

    This could be a fun one. Why I'm sharing it instead of buying it: I'm only get straps for swapping in 18mm. This one has a 20mm lug width.
     
  3. JwRosenthal Aug 24, 2020

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    That looks like a Concord my father had back in the 80’s.
     
  4. Nepomuceño Aug 24, 2020

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  5. JwRosenthal Aug 24, 2020

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    Lovely GP early 60’s Elgin with spectacular circle brushed dial and cross-hatch knurling on the bezel. The dateless dial lay-out is perfection, stepped outer race track, lume pips are bright and plump. Never seen one like this.

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  6. wagudc Aug 24, 2020

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    A nice one, but there is a crack in the crystal at 7:00. I am not sure how easy it would be to find a replacement.
     
  7. Spruce Sunburst dial fan Aug 24, 2020

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    I enjoy the hunt as much as anyone but when it gets down to the nitty gritty, I’m always asking myself - will I wear it?

    My early buy Tissot, Roamer and Oris have generally lost out to Omega, Longines, Certina and others.

    So, I look at this thread. I love this thread but wearing opportunity intervenes.
     
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  8. adrian scott Aug 24, 2020

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    Great!! Good Choice Inchpincher!
     
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  12. wsfarrell Aug 24, 2020

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  14. adrian scott Aug 24, 2020

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    Oh no! I deserve a penalty. Too attractive a deal!
     
  15. Sam11 Aug 24, 2020

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    Good affordable way into the world of military watches. This one is on the small side at 32mm I think and is in nickel chrome but is clean and is what appears to be an Indian Military issued watch with the markings on the back. The seller is taking offers.
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283987680596Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network
     
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  16. Nepomuceño Aug 24, 2020

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  17. inchpincher Has your missing inches Aug 24, 2020

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    Bet this would look great in the sunlight although the seller knows his Seiko so I doubt there’s much wiggle on price.

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  18. JwRosenthal Aug 24, 2020

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    That’s a great looking sport watch!
     
  19. DaveK Yoda of Yodelers Aug 24, 2020

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  20. JwRosenthal Aug 24, 2020

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