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Vasqo
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Username: Vasqo

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Registered: 03-2012

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Posted on Thursday, March 15, 2012 - 01:49 pm:   

Hi All,

I've been interested in watch collection since I was a kid and now, after 15 years, I can start collecting. I would like to collect JLC since my father is a great fan of these watches.

I found a very interesting Jaeger LeCoultre Memovox from the 50's in my area. The seller mentioned that is a mechanical watch (working great, he said), 10K gold filled case and it comes with stainless steel band.
There are a few issues that I am uncomfortable with.: First, it looks like the dial has been refurbished (poorly) and secondly, the location of the logo. It's located at the bottom of the dial. I am wondering if anybody knows if this model is authentic? I can get it for a more than reasonable price (350 dollars) and I would love to spend a little extra in buying the dial replacement.
I'll appreciate any answer. Thank you!

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Ilja
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Posted on Thursday, March 15, 2012 - 04:11 pm:   

missing the second hand (or is it shadowed be the minute hand?), poorly reprinted dial, bent lug. the strap is worth nothing. maybe better to spend more for a nicer example.
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Vasqo
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Posted on Thursday, March 15, 2012 - 04:29 pm:   

Thank you so much for the quick answer! I will try to take the price down, otherwise I will wait for a better deal as you recommended.
I am glad that I've found this forum!
Cheers.