Buying Handbook
Avoiding Common Buying Traps: Frankens, Overpolishing and Redials
Three of the most common ways to overpay for a vintage watch, and the diagnostic habits that keep you out of trouble.
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Authentication Guide
Spotting Refinished Cases: How to Read Lug Geometry and Bevel Wear
A refinished case is not necessarily a ruined case, but understanding what has been removed is essential to valuing any vintage watch correctly. Lug geometry is the most reliable single tell.
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