I kinda agree. Some might not know the intricate nuances of the Heuer world. Not being aware of the effort that went into the Haslinger auction/brand , or that the one at Bonhams was probably NOS, with a box etc etc.

If I found an old silver cigarette case in the attic, googled it & one had sold at Bonhams for X amount, I may put that info my an ebay listing, not knowing that I may be upsetting people in a community dedicated to collecting cigarette cases.

Just my 2p worth too
Stewart

: The same happened with OmegaMania a while back. Prices attained at
: auction for top pieces will be used to entice buyers.
: I think the ads are not incorrect, but Arno may differ. IMO it
: actually helps him build the Haslinger "brand"..
: my 2cents. Jurgen