Incoming… what do you have? (Vol. 3)
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It's a Speedmaster Broad Arrow, 3851.20.00.
There is a version on a bracelet which carries a different reference, but I can't remember what that is. They can also come as a black faced version. The pick of the bunch for me though is the cream dial with the light tan croc (or is it alligator) strap.
There is a version on a bracelet which carries a different reference, but I can't remember what that is. They can also come as a black faced version. The pick of the bunch for me though is the cream dial with the light tan croc (or is it alligator) strap.
Edited by ou sont les biscuits on Tuesday 22 May 12:04
Harry Flashman said:
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A bit on the tatty side for me, I usually only buy mint condition vintage pieces:
A no name cushion watch from 1933 with a solid silver case and dial and a 15J movement adjusted to 3 positions.
Apparently it runs OK, I'm hoping that the silver dial will clean up without destroying the painted markers.
A no name cushion watch from 1933 with a solid silver case and dial and a 15J movement adjusted to 3 positions.
Apparently it runs OK, I'm hoping that the silver dial will clean up without destroying the painted markers.
mikeveal said:
A bit on the tatty side for me, I usually only buy mint condition vintage pieces:
A no name cushion watch from 1933 with a solid silver case and dial and a 15J movement adjusted to 3 positions.
Apparently it runs OK, I'm hoping that the silver dial will clean up without destroying the painted markers.
I'd be interested to know how you get on. Will you try it yourself or send it to an expert?A no name cushion watch from 1933 with a solid silver case and dial and a 15J movement adjusted to 3 positions.
Apparently it runs OK, I'm hoping that the silver dial will clean up without destroying the painted markers.
I suppose letting the dial soak in a weak acid like watered down lemon juice might be safer than trying to rub it.
Rather you than me though! I'd leave the dial as it is and get the case to tarnish to match
I'll post pics. when done, provided the result isn't too embarrassing.
I was going to start with some Rodico to lift the dirt, then see what it looks like. I'd imagine soaking it would lift the paint.
It cost less than a tank of diesel and my car doesn't have a huge tank, so I'm not too worried about causing damage.
I was going to start with some Rodico to lift the dirt, then see what it looks like. I'd imagine soaking it would lift the paint.
It cost less than a tank of diesel and my car doesn't have a huge tank, so I'm not too worried about causing damage.
BrabusMog said:
Cipo said:
toastybase said:
Cipo said:
Collected today, very happy......
Good lord. Lovey. Any more pics? 
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[/pic]Sorry, Pics are 90 degrees out?
Harry Flashman said:
Some lovely watches on here. Mine has arrived too! Breguet 5410.
Untitled by baconrashers, on Flickr
That is stunning Harry.Untitled by baconrashers, on FlickrEdited by Harry Flashman on Tuesday 22 May 11:42
Lorne said:
BrabusMog said:
Cipo said:
toastybase said:
Cipo said:
Collected today, very happy......
Good lord. Lovey. Any more pics? |https://thumbsnap.com/ZkGZkwly[/url][/pic]Sorry, Pics are 90 degrees out?
Yes, it’s the same watch, the lower pics were taken outside in my back garden as the sun was setting. It was a glorious evening and yes, it appears the sun photo bombed the shot !!
Just need to work out why the pictures flip 90 degrees?
Cipo said:
Thanks Lorne and all...
Yes, it’s the same watch, the lower pics were taken outside in my back garden as the sun was setting. It was a glorious evening and yes, it appears the sun photo bombed the shot !!
Just need to work out why the pictures flip 90 degrees?
Outside, garden, sun setting and a nice reflective surface. I'm going to copy that and change my appalling website photos. Many thanks!!Yes, it’s the same watch, the lower pics were taken outside in my back garden as the sun was setting. It was a glorious evening and yes, it appears the sun photo bombed the shot !!
Just need to work out why the pictures flip 90 degrees?
Lorne said:
Outside, garden, sun setting and a nice reflective surface. I'm going to copy that and change my appalling website photos. Many thanks!!
You definitely should, Lorne.Yours must be a difficult watch to photograph, it looks so much better in the flesh than any photograph I have seen.
Having said that the finish on the Roy Oak really is something else.
Edited by anonymous-user on Thursday 24th May 11:08
ou sont les biscuits said:
I've just sourced a NOS one of these. I fancied one back in the early noughties but never got around to buying, and after they were discontinued it was too late. Then this one turned up on Chrono24.......
Very nice! The hints of blue with the tan strap are lovely. I'm currently on the hunt for an old Seamaster or Geneve with a blue dial and tan strap as they're such a nice match. Gassing Station | Watches | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff