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Old 1 July 2011, 11:30 AM   #1
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Icon20 Red experts needed

What do you guys think on this red?
I've talked to the seller but wanted some expert opinions

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Old 1 July 2011, 11:39 AM   #2
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Pass...not a very nice example IMHO.
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Old 1 July 2011, 11:41 AM   #3
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Pass...not a very nice example IMHO.
Thx for the answer

Just curious what turns you off?

I thought it may have been refinished (the dial) Seller claims no but you know how that goes...
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Old 1 July 2011, 11:39 AM   #4
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I am no expert, however the L does not look properly centered under the crown and the hands don't match the patina of the dial. But if I am right about the L you definitely want to run away from this one.
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Old 1 July 2011, 11:45 AM   #5
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thx dan, I thought the dial looked questionable
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Old 1 July 2011, 11:48 AM   #6
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thx dan, I thought the dial looked questionable
Remember I prefaced this with I am no expert, and I could be wrong. However if Ken says walk away, then your best to walk away.
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Where can I start? Too much to list!! I dont like the dial, the case is polished down and has no sharpness or edge, the case back is wrong etc. etc. It is not a watch I would give even a second look at. Again-Pass in a big way!
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Old 1 July 2011, 11:49 AM   #8
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okay question answered thx
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Old 1 July 2011, 12:42 PM   #9
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My advice: pass on eBay watches.
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Old 1 July 2011, 01:51 PM   #10
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The band is about seven years newer than the watch and the box is not original either. The seller is incorrect in stating they are original. The watch does not appear to be in bad shape for it's age, but I don't care for watches being sold with supposed original parts that are not even close to being original. When I see this, especially on a higher end watch, it makes me wonder where the seller is getting his information and what else is not correct.
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