Been away and busy but...

1133b the dial is refinished, so walk away. "Automatic Chronograph" too high up the dial, should be below the bottom of the sub registers and the Heuer shield is sitting too low plus other less obvious "tells".

73633b is genuine dial, but looks to have some seal issues, i expect a 60-70% chance of outer edge dial damage. At the right price worth considering but not over £3500 as bracelet is a cheap aftermarket one, worth £30 or so.

Hope that helps.

Rich
www.heuermonaco.co.uk

: I was recently offered two Heuer Monaco's a 1133B and a 73633B.
: However I would like some expert opinion regarding these two...
: Any words of advice or opinions would be valued. I have added my
: own personal observations from the photos they have provided (as
: I am yet to inspect these in person).

: 1133B
:
:

: - Incorrect hands (have been informed they will be swapped for the
: correct ones)
: - Hour lume markers are missing from dial (my guess is a re-dial)
: - Date wheel incorrect (errrr - white lettering on black?)
: - Date 'square' surround (doesnt quite look like an original as the
: sides seem too wide)

: My personal guess is that this watch has been assembled from the
: parts bin, and the origins of this watch is uncertain. The store
: hasnt been able to disclose any further information as they
: havent closely inspected the watch... Internal movement, seal
: melt, and other details are yet to be confirmed. Their asking
: price (hope you're sitting down) $8000.00AUSD...

: 73633B
:
:

: This one doesnt seem too bad, but in need of a cosmetic touch-up
: (lower right hand corer has been folded up), minute hand
: requires attention on lume section and finally a non original
: bracelet. Other than that, this one seems to be a the winner out
: of the two. Also, unable to confirm seal melt and working
: internal movement. Their asking price $7500.00AUSD.

: Both come 'as is', no box, no papers... My personal feeling is that
: the 1133B should be avoided unless purchased for parts. The
: 73633B appears to be better, but the price I feel may be a bit
: steep.

: Your opinions and what would be reasonable offers for the two
: watches (if you deem them to be worth purchasing) would be
: greatly appreciated.