Never seen a fake Astromat (although I have seen them advertised using gen pics!).
This looks good to me.
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| Author: | MattC [ Fri Mar 22, 2013 7:00 pm ] |
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Not sure if I'm doing this right but I found this on eBay and I'm not sure if its authentic, but It got my attention and figured if ask the pros. http://bit.ly/YxnrNR |
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| Author: | sharkman [ Fri Mar 22, 2013 10:20 pm ] |
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It's real. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | Sharkmouth [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 3:02 am ] |
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Never seen a fake Astromat (although I have seen them advertised using gen pics!). This looks good to me.
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| Author: | bnewbie [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 3:03 am ] |
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Real. |
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| Author: | MattC [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 3:23 am ] |
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Thanks guys |
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| Author: | MattC [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 5:01 am ] |
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MattC wrote: Thanks guys Also what would be a fair price to pay? Forgive my ignorance as I know nothing of vintage watches, although I like the nostalgia. |
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| Author: | sharkman [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 6:58 am ] |
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Under $1200 US. I would figure on a new OEM Breitling calf, brown or black, to finish it off properly. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | MattC [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 7:06 am ] |
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I was thinking black. Anyone know the lug width? Well I guess that is an easy one for me to figure out, sorry for the dumb question just excited lol. |
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| Author: | sharkman [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 7:38 am ] |
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20 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | Alinfrance [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 12:33 pm ] |
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What about any future wok on it.wouldnt Breitling charge more if this guys watchmaker has worked on it. ??? Just a thought |
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| Author: | MattC [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 1:58 pm ] |
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Yeah but if I get a good deal on it I won't care to spend money to get it working proper. Thank you though. |
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| Author: | sharkman [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 2:57 pm ] |
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Alinfrance wrote: What about any future wok on it.wouldnt Breitling charge more if this guys watchmaker has worked on it. ??? Just a thought Unlikely. If he sent it in for a full chrono service, Breitling would be changing out the most, if not all, of the components the watchmaker worked on anyway. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | MattC [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 4:08 pm ] |
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sharkman wrote: Alinfrance wrote: What about any future wok on it.wouldnt Breitling charge more if this guys watchmaker has worked on it. ??? Just a thought Unlikely. If he sent it in for a full chrono service, Breitling would be changing out the most, if not all, of the components the watchmaker worked on anyway. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I was going to have it sent in anyways but say the movement needs replacing, and the description says the crown spring is worn. Those two things would be no more than 3-400 I'm assuming? Please correct me if I'm wrong. I'd rather know now before I bid anymore. Thanks in advance. |
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| Author: | Roffensian [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 4:15 pm ] |
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MattC wrote: sharkman wrote: Alinfrance wrote: What about any future wok on it.wouldnt Breitling charge more if this guys watchmaker has worked on it. ??? Just a thought Unlikely. If he sent it in for a full chrono service, Breitling would be changing out the most, if not all, of the components the watchmaker worked on anyway. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I was going to have it sent in anyways but say the movement needs replacing, and the description says the crown spring is worn. Those two things would be no more than 3-400 I'm assuming? Please correct me if I'm wrong. I'd rather know now before I bid anymore. Thanks in advance. It's a mechanical watch - it can be repaired whatever the situation is. Regular service is headed for $600 anyway, worst case situation likely $1,000 - $1,200. |
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| Author: | MattC [ Sat Mar 23, 2013 4:59 pm ] |
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From what I gather these Astromats are somewhat rare? Even if I'm in it for around 1500 I think it would still be a fair deal for me. I'm not sure what it is about this particular ling but I feel like I need it. I love the subtle gold trim and the black dial. Was thinking of even getting a two tone pilot bracelet if I could find one that would fit it. |
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