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Re: How original is the dial?
In Response To: How original is the dial? ()

: OK....that makes sense I guess. So, has the
: dial been restored to it's original state???

Yes. Often the paints used on the original dials would have fading, rust or discoloration.

Some people like a subtle aging effect on the dial. But often it gets too bad and makes the watch look ugly. So the typical procedure is to repaint the dial -- normally to the same color, details and logos of the original. But it is always possible to change the dial to something different than it previously was.

In fact, it used to be very common back in the 1950s and 60s for dealers to repaint dials to freshen the look as part of the routine service on a watch.

For more info on repainting of dials, check out krdial.com, the website of a highly reputable dial refinisher.

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