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29 October 2021, 05:33 PM | #1 |
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Red sub with service case back ?
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What is your opinion on a lovely MK4 Red sub : - serial 3,76xxx - perfect dial with light creamy patina - original hands - case quite polished - 9315 EL280 bracelet - service case back Is service case back a show stopper for you ? Pass or go ? Sorry no pic. gilel |
29 October 2021, 06:40 PM | #2 |
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I would not see an issue. But as you mention, a "case quite polished," the price should commensurate the condition. Pictures would help.. |
29 October 2021, 08:31 PM | #3 |
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Pix!!!
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It depends on the price and also whether you are looking for a collectible piece that you might want to re-sell in the future.
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I can’t imagine a service Caseback would be a deal killer on a red sub. It should be factored into the price along with overall condition.
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What made you conclude your caseback is a service caseback?
376xxxx Submariner serial numbers would normally be 1973 vintage which would have a 1680 caseback without a date. 1972 was the last of the case back stampings.
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30 October 2021, 12:08 AM | #8 |
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Thanks all for your comments.
I understand that case back could have been changed to ensure the water resistance of the watch and it is possibly not an issue. I want to be sure. I'am looking for a collectible piece, not to re-sell, but as close to the original as possible. I'll try to get pics. gilel |
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Or perhaps it could be the original one. Any tips to ensure ? |
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30 October 2021, 12:22 AM | #10 |
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Can you please post pics or provide more details. What exactly is inside the case-back?
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Placing a couple of nice, clear, large photos here would help.
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30 October 2021, 01:50 AM | #12 |
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Thank you for your help.
Are those pics good enough ? |
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Can you post pics of inside the Caseback please? Like this:
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30 October 2021, 02:39 AM | #14 |
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Will leave specific commentary to the experts, but as you said case is quite polished, it's up to you as to whether you're ok with that or not given the price. I'm no expert but can't imagine service caseback making too big of a difference.
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30 October 2021, 05:10 AM | #16 |
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Hi gilel...
Possibly a bit of a sensitive question... but what sort of price is he asking? |
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unless it's a great deal I would keep looking for a better example, it's been heavily polished and that insert looks like the seller found it in a lucky bag.
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30 October 2021, 06:16 AM | #18 |
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A lot of polishing
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30 October 2021, 07:18 AM | #20 |
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I'd pass on this one. 4 on the insert is not good at all and the case is way too polished. Anything with a 2 handle or above is too much for this.
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30 October 2021, 07:49 AM | #21 |
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I’m usually very forgiving on over-polished pieces, but this one is pretty awful. And that insert is aftermarket and terrible-looking. Keep searching. When a very nice one comes around, and it will, paying a bit more will be worth it.
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30 October 2021, 10:50 AM | #22 |
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Caseback could be original with no date. I would not be able to get past the lugs on this watch to care about the caseback.
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30 October 2021, 01:30 PM | #23 |
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I have a serial 3.4xx and there is no date on the caseback
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30 October 2021, 05:31 PM | #24 |
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It would need to be well below, for me.
I have no affiliation with this dealer - other than they have only ever been really straight with me. I've just used them as an example. (I hope that's OK and not breaking site rules or anything). But they have two Red Subs for sale that are better than the example you posted (in my opinion). Still not perfect 'collectors' quality - but better examples than above. As I say/write - just two quick examples. https://www.watches.co.uk/watches/c/mens/vintage/ There are better watches available - keep looking. Good luck. |
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The 2 examples are given as circa 1969 with feets first dial!? Quite strange in my opinion. However I understand the point. gilel |
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30 October 2021, 06:11 PM | #26 |
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So to wrap up:
- I'd better concentrate on the case condition rather than on the case back - the case is over polished - insert is?? even not Rolex? - price for such a condition is much too high Thanks all for advices. I've got a last question: is it still possible today to a find this reference (nearly 50 years old) which ticks all the boxes while not waiting for decades ? gilel |
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yes, I would evaluate the watch or prioritise as follows for quality and correctness:
Dial Case Insert Bracelet Others may do it differently... |
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You can but you have to be patient and have your $$$ ready. Its ok IMO to have a polished watch but not overdone.
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