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  1. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Aug 30, 2019

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    Matte brown gator sounds fantastic. Grey would also look beautiful.

    I would advise against distressed as might detract from the beauty of the watch. And the watch isn’t distressed, so it will clash with it— unless of course the distressing is extremely subtle and almost invisible.
    Also think it should be flat, which is more vintage in style and much more elegant IMHO.
    the volume of a padded strap is also a distraction and doesn’t bring out the full beauty.
     
  2. Matty01 Port Adelaide's No.1 Fan Aug 30, 2019

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    Australian fish leather strap...
     
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  3. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Aug 30, 2019

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    Distressed brown gator from Aaron:
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    French Patina From Aaron:
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    Burgundy Lizard: (Italy .. Maker Unknown)
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    Blue Gator (Hirsch) :
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  4. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Aug 30, 2019

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    Great points. This is a very dressy watch. Since I’m rarely wearing suits anymore, and have a big wrist, I’ve been dressing down my gold watches. Arron can do any finish and any thickness. Other consideration is stiffness with Female spring bars. The Hirsch was a real bear to install.
     
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  5. VetPsychWars Wants to be in the club! Aug 30, 2019

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    Judging from your pictures, there is enough lug post showing that an 18mm strap is a better size.

    That said, it's likely not 17mm but rather the older US size of 11/16ths. Look on eBay and you will see what is available for 11/16th but make sure you check the length before you buy because people were smaller when 11/16ths was a popular size.

    Edited to add: since you mention you have a large wrist, just look for 11/16th Long.

    Tom
     
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  6. knafel1983 Aug 30, 2019

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    Another OF member referred me to Peter Wuischpard out of Lancaster PA. Watchcaserepair.com. He is swamped with work, and took 5 months to complete the lugs.
     
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  7. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Aug 30, 2019

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    He’s a true artist. Thanks for sharing.
     
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  8. bgrisso Aug 30, 2019

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    What a dial ! Congratulations!
     
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  9. knafel1983 Sep 3, 2019

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    Can anyone find pictures anywhere of any other examples with this dial? I've scoured the entire internet, it seems, can't find one anywhere. Is this dial variation rare?
     
  10. Syrte MWR Tech Support Dept Sep 3, 2019

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  11. knafel1983 Sep 3, 2019

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    Is it appropriate to ask what this piece may be worth? Any ideas?
     
  12. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Sep 3, 2019

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    Ok i’ll Be brave, pulling a figure out of the air:
    + Uber Rare Dial in great condition and Rare Case
    + It’s a Compur...
    - Case is restored, albeit beautifully, and 35mm
    - Case style is idiosyncratic.
    - Dial is still the star of the show.

    $7-10k
     
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  13. bgrisso Sep 3, 2019

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    I think this is really hard to put a value. If you could stir up interest and get it into one of the bigger auctions, and get two people after it, who knows. On the other hand the damaged case would hold it back from top prices. UG is really tough to price in general, and with unique examples I think the value becomes...............what someone is willing to pay ;)
     
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  14. knafel1983 Sep 3, 2019

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    $7-10k is a lot, but finding someone to pay that is another story. If anyone wants to make me an offer.......
     
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  15. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Sep 3, 2019

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    It was an educated guess of course.
     
  16. knafel1983 Sep 3, 2019

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    I could sure use that kind of money. So I'm open to offers.
     
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  17. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Sep 3, 2019

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    Well, again a guess. I don’t see any indications that anyone agrees with me. Certainly this is not your average Compur.
     
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  18. Woops Sep 4, 2019

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    Kudos for sticking your head above the parapet, Larry. Compur are almost impossible at the best of times, never mind a borderline one-off dial with a restored case. I'm at the lower band of your more learned estimate so between $5k and $7k, personally, but this is finger in the air stuff as you say.

    I also commend the OP on apparently giving this forum first dibs in return for the help offered here. :thumbsup:
     
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  19. knafel1983 Sep 4, 2019

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    My inbox is awaiting actual offers, if anyone is interested. A lot of messages and bezel kickers. But I am seriously enjoying this piece for now.
     
  20. squarelug Sep 4, 2019

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    Oh man, you are a lucky dog. Definitely be willing to spend on service - not where you want to be spendthrift.