Thoughts on this Eterna Kontiki

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efauser

·Jul 9, 2016

I don't know how collectible this reference is but it looks to be in decent shape for being 50 years old and it comes with bracelet. Anything that jumps out--other than the worn medallion--that I'm missing (polished case)? It has a BIN price of $549 but I think I can get it lower. Your thoughts are welcomed.

 

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STANDY

·Jul 9, 2016·schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector

Way too much time on the polishing wheel

 

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efauser

·Jul 9, 2016

Noted. How much is polishing vs. wear?

 

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Northernman

·Jul 9, 2016·Lemaniac

+1 on Standy's comment.
Dial also appears possibly a bit washed out.

 

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efauser

·Jul 9, 2016

Thanks for the comments.

 

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STANDY

·Jul 9, 2016·schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector

Case and medallion are over polished.
Case should look like this ( Google pic )

 

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samthebutcher

·Jul 21, 2016

yes, it has been polished quite a bit. I think the pictures have been lightened a touch. that would concern me. it looks to incluse the classic gay freres bracelet. very nice. I guess it would depend on your personal tolerance for polishing and the warranty the seller was offering.

all in all, I think you can do better.

 

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watchknut

·Jul 21, 2016

I know where one like @STANDY is, for $450 in great shape with BOR bracelet.

Let me know if you are interested and I can check with the dealer to see if he still has it.