Yes, but I just noticed the caseback engraving. That can be repaired obviously. Without that engraving, these jumbo 18k cal 89 pieces are hard to find for less than $2k these days, in good condition.
Yes, but I just noticed the caseback engraving. That can be repaired obviously. Without that engraving, these jumbo 18k cal 89 pieces are hard to find for less than $2k these days, in good condition.
Really not sure why the engraving should be an issue and how it could affect price that much to be honest. Still has the dial case,movement and the gold in it.
I don't hate engravings, I often find they add character and interest to the watch. I just find this one awful on all levels but that's personal, if you like it go for it!
The Connies are nice but not that hard to find.
I don't hate engravings, I often find they add character and interest to the watch. I just find this one awful on all levels but that's personal, if you like it go for it!
The Connies are nice but not that hard to find.
You may not like to hear this, but personal engravings almost always decrease the collectible value, although high quality interesting engravings associated with a presentation watch or a particular date may not have such a large effect. This engraving, however, is about as bad as it gets. Still, as I mentioned, it can be repaired.
I don't hate engravings, I often find they add character and interest to the watch. I just find this one awful on all levels but that's personal, if you like it go for it!
The Connies are nice but not that hard to find.
The OP explained the terms of the deal earlier in the thread, and I admit I started to get a bit of a sore brain. OK, that may say more about me, but it did sound complicated. Obvs we all make our own choices, and there's been a ton of good advice here, both ways. But... when the trade starts to get that complex, I start to ask why, and just who is benefitting. My 2c, sorry. But anyone who likes IWC as well as Omega at least has great taste, I have to say!
