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  1. Lurk41 Oct 7, 2020

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    + the fact that 26662 is not a valid UG compax ref number, at all...
     
  2. Redwes25 Oct 7, 2020

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    Great how the listing describes how the band is not original.
     
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  3. wristpirate Oct 7, 2020

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    Hands look like from a Polerouter Sub
     
  4. MarcelGuinchard Oct 7, 2020

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    @ELV web ; like @bgrisso and @jumpingsecond , I am confused by your answer: you meant it « looks like an eagle », right? (Instead of « an owl »)

    ... which based on @LouS great post here (owl vs eagle), would confirm a French case (?).
     
  5. MarcelGuinchard Oct 7, 2020

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    Though... despite the eagle, there remains the strangely « hand-engraved » serial, plus the fact that @Lurk41 and @vujen say the serial is not legit.

    What do @Larry S @Dre @Florent @LouS and @10H10 think about this case?

    Thank you OF community
     
  6. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Oct 7, 2020

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    I am not an expert on French cased UG. I think the watch is beautiful. Would I pay the ask? Hell no because its not a UG case. I would defer to @Florent on the value but 3 to 3.5K Euro seems more appropriate.
     
  7. ELV web Oct 7, 2020

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    This comment, definitely makes a lot of sense. The provenance of these French cases UG are a bit of work and many people will just shun them.
     
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  8. MarcelGuinchard Oct 8, 2020

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    Thanks a lot @jumpingsecond @ELV web @Larry S
    All clear to me now:
    1. The watch looks really great in the flesh...
    2. ...But there are doubts regarding the case. It could be a French case, could be a re-casing. In any case, it is not simple and affects its value.

    I want to wear this watch evry week, but I also know that at one point I will sell it to fund another purchase.
    The price asked, ~5k€, is too high so I will pass that one. I had asked @Florent in DM, and he also said it's a too high price.

    Happy to share the name of the dealer if someone is interested.

    You guys are so helpful, thank you.
     
  9. Carlton-Browne Oct 8, 2020

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    Could be the most valuable part...
     
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  10. Kay995 Oct 10, 2020

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    Hey guy’s, I’ve been offered this polerouter date for $1300 the crown look original and the case back looks fairly good to me. I was wondering if anyone could help point out anything that’s wrong or if it’s been over polished. Thanks
     
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  11. rustynuts Oct 11, 2020

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    Movement looks clean, everything apart from the crystal looks original and the case isn't over-polished as the lugs are still sharp. I'd buy it for $1300
     
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  12. ELV web Oct 11, 2020

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    I am not sure what is the right price, but I did get mine for 1360usd in mar this year on eBay. I guess the point is hunting effort still pays. Mine came with a bumper and correct reference and serial number.
     
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  13. Mazoue Oct 11, 2020

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    Both great but we are comparing apples with oranges, so I'm not sure price comparisons are valid.

    I completely agree regarding reaping the rewards for the hours you put in hunting though.
     
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  14. Kay995 Oct 12, 2020

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    Well thanks for the knowledge rusty I went ahead and got the polerouter and these other two. It’ll be my first one I’ve ever owned super happy about that.
     
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  15. leonlecoultre Oct 15, 2020

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    Well, Kay, way to make a little splash, dipping your toe and getting three watches to begin with--well done!

    Now you are in it for life.

    PS A little 263 military almost mint got me into this brand. I got it at a resale shop for $80.00.
     
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  16. Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Oct 15, 2020

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    My UGgateway as well. Only I paid far more inc a service.
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  17. maximus123 Oct 15, 2020

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    Hello,
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    what price l could ask for my ug serviced, not polished, crown is not orig. Movement runn strong.Thank you for help.
     
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  18. CafeRacer Oct 16, 2020

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    The possibilities are infinite. :whistling:
     
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  19. Mister2kris Oct 16, 2020

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    I need opinions :). Just got this off eBay! Did alllll my research and everything looks to be original except for the unsigned crown. The glass was even signed! Anyhow... it’s bugging me, I noticed the chapter ring is unaligned with the crosshairs , can this be moved manually? Also. I noticed the endices(gold dots are not centered on the dial (right side has a bigger gap next to the chapter ring). I looked up other examples and it seems like every example on the internet is similar!! Is this a thing??? Thanks in advance!!
     
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  20. Mister2kris Oct 16, 2020

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    ....also mine has “swiss” engraved in the caseback between the logo and the serial number.... u think this was done not from the factory because I have not seen one similar. Lemme know if u have :). Thanks everyone for your time!