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Is this real or a fake?
ref. number is from 1950
I ask the seller about a picture from the movment, still waiting.

Thanks

That's appears to be a legitimate Breitling 1190 but there are a few concerns. The 'Breitling' and 'Incabloc' printing on the front don't appear aged like the rest of the dial. The print really stands out. On the back the Breitling engraving doesn't appear to match other examples I've seen. the small pictures don't help matters much but this could be a genuine 1190 that has been altered into what it now is. You'd really have to look it over with a loupe to be 100% sure. Ask the seller for a movement pic too.

Thank you, i'm waiting of the movement pic.

Here are the movement pics.
Looks like a venus 188, right?

What you think about the watch?
His asking price is 1400€

Thanks

Don't like that the Breitling stamped bridge is a different colour to the rest of the movement. I'd say probably added to deceive.

It looks like a number of pieces have been replaced in the movement. That's not a total deal killer for me since it could be just part of the normal aging and maintenance of the movement. It's the correct Venus 188. But, taking into consideration my earlier observations, it does seem like there would be a bit of risk involved with purchasing this example. I wouldn't take that risk at his asking price.

Many thanks guys,
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