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18 September 2017, 05:01 PM
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Is the case of this datejust too wrecked?
Hi there,
I am fairly new to this forum and am wondering if the case of this date just is very worn, or if it is in decent shape? The lugs appear to have lost some of their original shape. Thanks! |
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18 September 2017, 07:21 PM
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Not wrecked but not pristine obviously
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18 September 2017, 07:33 PM
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I've seen worse.
Are you buying it? |
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18 September 2017, 08:44 PM
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Fine looking old DJ. It's bad a polish or two but it certainly isn't trashed.
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18 September 2017, 08:58 PM
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I think it look fine. Just older with some wear.
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18 September 2017, 09:10 PM
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Thank you for the feedback everyone! I am thinking of buying this watch.
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18 September 2017, 11:09 PM
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It's ok
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18 September 2017, 11:15 PM
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You'll see a lot worse than that in terms of polished lugs. I would not hesitate if I wanted to buy, those can be cleaned up and frankly don't look too bad to me as-is.
The most troubling thing in those pictures is that raggedy thumbnail IMO. Come on man, get a pair of nail clippers! |
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18 September 2017, 11:39 PM
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Quote:
These vintage pieces from the 1970s are svelte and slimline, don't compare it to modern versions with obese bloated lugs. I prefer looking at Elvis in his early prime 
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19 September 2017, 02:25 AM
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I don't think that watch has ever been polished. The photos aren't great but the lines from the polish to the satin on the lugs would cut your finger...and I don't see ANY rounding of the flutes...just looks like somebody wore it.
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19 September 2017, 01:54 PM
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Buy it at the 'right' price - that will come up a treat with a professional polish.
Will almost certainly need a Service as well as it's appearance suggests it has not seen an RSC (Rolex Service Centre) recently. You will need to factor the cost of the Service in to your offer. What's the 'right' price? I'll leave that to more experienced people here.
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20 September 2017, 10:06 AM
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Thank you everyone for the feedback! I think I will purchase this watch if I can get it for less than $3000 USD.
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