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 Post subject: Is this real?
PostPosted: 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.

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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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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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Under $1200 US. I would figure on a new OEM Breitling calf, brown or black, to finish it off properly.


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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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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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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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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.


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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



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.


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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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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.


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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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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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