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Re: Autavia Bezel - Thanks Sharpie!

I full agree, is not for all purpose, it is preservation instead of restoration
.............but some botox for a wabi sabi watch .......
with cars it is more common, here a interesting example of what I mean, the amount of Botox may differ

http://www.prewarcar.com/magazine/previous-features/the-hotchkiss-ll-mystery-018887.html

my example: to install a new bezel on this watch would be like an alien element,

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scratches and holes (at 15 and 20) on the bezel got a little treatment

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sure a professional can source more , also too much , but that is the fun with this, when I will be in the mood I try again a get a for me better result....

cheers michwir

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