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Old 25 April 2013, 08:56 AM   #1
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Icon20 ADVICE on DRSD tropical brown Mk11 dial 1969

I would like your expert opion on this particular DRSD Mk11 tropical brown 1969 model please...
it is currently on e-bay: seller is luxwatches308, based in Spain,
it is advertised for £18k with no box or paperwork!
all original? no alterations...
I have looked through various websites for authentisity!!
a lot of information to go through so I thought all your vast knowledge and expert eye to detail could again guide me in the right direction...
The only thing I can question is the date 'closed 6 & 9'?? is this correct for a mk11?
Thankyou for your time....maybe I can purchase this one?
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Old 25 April 2013, 09:01 AM   #2
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Your expert OPINION not opion!!!! It's been a long day................
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Old 25 April 2013, 10:20 AM   #3
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my opinion ... ...moisuture damaged POS that produced , or helped produce the tropical effect ...and really isn't nice.
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Old 25 April 2013, 06:37 PM   #4
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And besides that: selling a 18k watch with pictures which could have been made by my 5 year old cousin?
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Old 25 April 2013, 07:18 PM   #5
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That dial is damaged. If it was a mint tropical not damaged by moisture as Jed said with mint case etc.--different story. I wouldn't touch this one though--not a chance.
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Old 25 April 2013, 10:22 PM   #6
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that dial is buggered - it's all in the dial...
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Old 26 April 2013, 12:53 AM   #7
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The dial has gotten wet and touched up to give this effect and preserve it somewhat IMHO.
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Old 26 April 2013, 01:20 AM   #8
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concur, futzed with dial, back away

from that one imho. m
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Old 26 April 2013, 06:56 AM   #9
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Dave... if you are looking to spend that much..

This one is cheaper, in better condition and by a trusted reputable dealer.

http://www.hqmilton.com/index.php/si..._1665_mark_iv/



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Old 26 April 2013, 07:09 PM   #10
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Thankyou again, your knowledge is invaluable....awesome website!!

Someone out there must have a 1969 (birth date) either a 1680 of a 1665........
wanting to buy asap...

regards, Dave.
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Old 26 April 2013, 07:41 PM   #11
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place a WTB ad here and on VRF/VRM
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