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Old 27 April 2013, 03:14 AM   #1
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93160 'Bucherer' AD Re-Finish

Hi guys - I just thought I'd post some fresh pics today of the 93160 which belongs to my E-serial 16600 (1990). I have recently had the watch movement completely overhauled at another Zurich Rolex AD (Beyer), in-house, and, although I like the light battle scars on the case of the watch, and will keep it in its original unpolished and sharp condition, I wanted to give the bracelet a lift, so here it is, refreshed for spring/summer. I'm very pleased with the result, and for 80.- CHF ($85), not too pricey. Just in case anyone wants to see the front end, there's a dial/bezel shot from 3 days ago as well.
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Old 27 April 2013, 03:51 AM   #2
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That is a great looking watch! Especially since it is more than twenty years old. Given the patina on the bezel insert, has this been a daily wearer? If so, the bracelet seems to be in excellent condition with no stretch at all - and now it looks as good as new.

Very nice!

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Old 27 April 2013, 03:59 AM   #3
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That is a great looking watch! Especially since it is more than twenty years old. Given the patina on the bezel insert, has this been a daily wearer? If so, the bracelet seems to be in excellent condition with no stretch at all - and now it looks as good as new.

Very nice!

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Hi - thanks, it's been well worn, for sure. I bought it used last November, and had especially fallen for the creamy patina and faded insert, combined with the sharp case and all-original condition. There was a little laxity in the links of the band, but not a lot, which I had Michael Young take care of, then I got the AD to re-finish it.
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Old 27 April 2013, 04:00 AM   #4
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Indeed, looks brand new. Enjoy!

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Old 27 April 2013, 04:12 AM   #5
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Looks awesome...
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Old 27 April 2013, 04:19 AM   #6
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thanks chaps!
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Old 27 April 2013, 05:42 AM   #7
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Old 27 April 2013, 05:48 AM   #8
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Old 27 April 2013, 05:50 AM   #9
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They really do excellent work. Congrats on the "new" bracelet, Vincent

(And the watch is pretty awesome, too )
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Old 27 April 2013, 06:32 AM   #10
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Old 27 April 2013, 06:33 AM   #11
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Nice one, Nathan!

@ Sous - thanks
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Old 27 April 2013, 06:34 AM   #12
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Nice one

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I love that watch, the bracelet looks like new, the insert is stunning in it's patina! Thanks for sharing!
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Old 27 April 2013, 07:33 PM   #14
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