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Old 8 November 2012, 05:37 PM   #1
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1655 bezel authenticity check

Other than the lousy paint job, is this 1655 bezel genuine? Thanks!










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Old 8 November 2012, 07:38 PM   #2
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hard to tell. does it fit on the case?
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Old 8 November 2012, 10:50 PM   #3
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I haven't bought it yet. That's why I'm asking to see what you experts have to say.
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Old 9 November 2012, 04:56 AM   #4
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Here's one from '73



here's one from '74
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Old 9 November 2012, 09:15 AM   #5
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I'd pass just because it is so hard to tell with the repainting job. It's like deciphering hieroglyphics.

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I'd pass just because it is so hard to tell with the repainting job. It's like deciphering hieroglyphics.

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