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Author: | br549 [ Sun Mar 29, 2009 7:19 am ] |
Post subject: | Ok Roff/vintage I'll go out on a limb |
I feel like an idiot because I know nothing about vintage watches but I want to learn. Is this real? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... otohosting Not sure if I should post in Breitling replica identification or vintage Breitling discussion Edit: Wanted to add these pics before the auction closes just in case anyone is interested. |
Author: | sonyman [ Sun Mar 29, 2009 7:34 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Ok Roff/vintage I'll go out on a limb |
jumping in here but I would say yes its real |
Author: | vintage [ Sun Mar 29, 2009 10:29 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Ok Roff/vintage I'll go out on a limb |
Real yes, real Breitling, I doubt it. Firstly, anything from Turkey, Italy, Eastern Europe, and South America is always suspect until proven otherwise. I think this one was probably a Chronograph Suisse, or something like that, initially and it's been modified with a new crown and breitling script on the dial. The serial number would also be too early for the movement and that style watch if it was authentic so I don't think it is. I'm still not convinced about the Landeron movement ever being installed by the factory because I haven't seen certain proof with a watch that meets all the normal authentic Breitling criteria for the period except the Landeron movement (like one owner or known history watch). There's something a little odd with the hands and dial on this one also. I'd stay away but that's just me. ![]() Paul |
Author: | br549 [ Sun Mar 29, 2009 10:35 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Ok Roff/vintage I'll go out on a limb |
vintage wrote: Real yes, real Breitling, I doubt it. Firstly, anything from Turkey, Italy, Eastern Europe, and South America is always suspect until proven otherwise. I think this one was probably a Chronograph Suisse, or something like that, initially and it's been modified with a new crown and breitling script on the dial. The serial number would also be too early for the movement and that style watch if it was authentic so I don't think it is. I'm still not convinced about the Landeron movement ever being installed by the factory because I haven't seen certain proof with a watch that meets all the normal authentic Breitling criteria for the period except the Landeron movement (like one owner or known history watch). There's something a little odd with the hands and dial on this one also. I'd stay away but that's just me. ![]() Paul Wow! Your knowledge in this area is absolutely incredible! I appreciate the info so much. Thanks Elwyn |
Author: | br549 [ Sun Mar 29, 2009 11:22 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Ok Roff/vintage I'll go out on a limb |
I don't know what to say. I don't know if I am more amazed by the amount of crap out there on ebay or by the ability of the experts on this site to immediately see it. ![]() Thank you sir Elwyn |
Author: | Roffensian [ Sun Mar 29, 2009 3:31 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Ok Roff/vintage I'll go out on a limb |
I think Paul's covered it - this never saw the insider of a Breitling factory. I would add that a genuine 18K Breitling caseback is highly unlikely to need a double caseback. |
Author: | br549 [ Sun Mar 29, 2009 3:37 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Ok Roff/vintage I'll go out on a limb |
Roffensian wrote: I think Paul's covered it - this never saw the insider of a Breitling factory. I would add that a genuine 18K Breitling caseback is highly unlikely to need a double caseback. Thank you Roff. You are very much appreciated! ![]() |
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