1680 white meters first

[GGGMT]

Any associated story with history or provenance?


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[springer]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

Junk

I just purchased a 1680 and it has a refinished dial. It's not junk, and very much like the watch being discussed here. Actually, the watch is quite nice.

I would not call this watch here junk due to a refinished dial - with refinished dials not being uncommon on 30, 40, or 50-year-old watches.

[GGGMT]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

Junk

Lmao!


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[Styles Bitchley]

Originally Posted by willdill

The dial is refinished, I've consulted with numerous people at this point. While everyone says it's a fantastic refinish job, unfortunately the value isn't there. What does the group think about the viability of purchasing a period replacement dial (I see them on ebay for $1250-$2k) to increase the sale value of the watch?

If you’re just looking to sell it, you’d probably break even after what you pay for a dial and the service and the insert...if you’re not a trusted seller you won’t get top dollar.

[southtexas]

Originally Posted by Styles Bitchley

If you’re just looking to sell it, you’d probably break even after what you pay for a dial and the service and the insert...if you’re not a trusted seller you won’t get top dollar.

How would he break even if the watch is free to him?

Dial- $2000
Service- $500
Insert- $1500

Correct 1680 white $10,000+
(All above are approximate and you can do better or worse if you hunt)



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[Greg5512]

Very interesting thread! Thank you for the post, pics and updates!

[Styles Bitchley]

Originally Posted by southtexas

How would he break even if the watch is free to him?

Dial- $2000
Service- $500
Insert- $1500

Correct 1680 white $10,000+
(All above are approximate and you can do better or worse if you hunt)



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I meant the added cost and effort of updating it versus what it would sell for as is...