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Author:  gibson45 [ Thu May 01, 2014 8:25 am ]
Post subject:  Opinions on this EBAY 806
I’ve been kicking around the idea of buying a vintage 806, and came across this one on EBAY. I think it’s a beautiful watch, but I am new to vintage watches and the hobby. Is there anything that looks “off” about the watch that should be a concern or reason not to buy?

http://m.ebay.com/itm/321377843494

Thanks in advance,
Author:  Waynepjr1 [ Thu May 01, 2014 8:48 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
For the price, it is a buy to me. The dial might not be the greatest but they come up and you can replace it. Don't let that scare you. It is an honest piece, fair price.

Wayne
Author:  gibson45 [ Thu May 01, 2014 10:53 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
Thank you so much for the information. Is changing out the dial considered minor work?
Author:  Waynepjr1 [ Thu May 01, 2014 10:56 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
Nothing you can do yourself but easily done by a watchmaker no problem at all.

Wayne
Author:  ffeelliixx [ Fri May 02, 2014 8:25 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
I would keep the OG dial. Nice and distressed. Still legible. Looks great to me.

sent from my Note 3
Author:  gibson45 [ Sat May 03, 2014 9:01 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
I bid and won the item...couldnt resist.

I sorta like the old, naturally distressed dial myself. will probably get a new strap for it, maybe a hirsch or a leather nato

Thanks guys,
Author:  wills0_9 [ Sun May 04, 2014 11:10 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
Congratulations!
Just recently took the plunge myself. A 1964 Navi 806 with a similar condition dial. I too like my watches to look their age. No face lifts here!



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Author:  rick [ Mon May 05, 2014 3:19 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
gibson45 wrote:
I bid and won the item...couldnt resist.

I sorta like the old, naturally distressed dial myself. will probably get a new strap for it, maybe a hirsch or a leather nato

Thanks guys,

Congratulations and welcome to BS and the Breitling Vintage world. I am sure it will not be your last vintage watch. Collecting these works of art from a past time becomes addicting!

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Author:  gibson45 [ Mon May 05, 2014 6:45 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
rick wrote:
gibson45 wrote:
I bid and won the item...couldnt resist.

I sorta like the old, naturally distressed dial myself. will probably get a new strap for it, maybe a hirsch or a leather nato

Thanks guys,

Congratulations and welcome to BS and the Breitling Vintage world. I am sure it will not be your last vintage watch. Collecting these works of art from a past time becomes addicting!

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Certainly seems that way! I've got my sights on a black top time =)
Author:  Waynepjr1 [ Mon May 05, 2014 7:17 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
Certainly seems that way! I've got my sights on a black top time =)[/quote]


Just as long as it is not 810 listed on the Bay from Greece!!! His best price is $2900 US and that is still atmospheric!!!


Wayne
Author:  gibson45 [ Mon May 05, 2014 10:14 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Opinions on this EBAY 806
Waynepjr1 wrote:
Certainly seems that way! I've got my sights on a black top time =)



Just as long as it is not 810 listed on the Bay from Greece!!! His best price is $2900 US and that is still atmospheric!!!


Wayne[/quote]


Agree, I wouldn't want to pay more for a toptime than I did for my Navi. I sort of like the two dial top time over the three. what do you guys think is a good price for a "no-issue" one?

USPS tried to deliver my 806 today, but I missed the delivery guy =( Gotta pickup tomorrow now I guess
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