How did this turn into an American bashing thread?
I mean to say that guns are an "American thing" is like saying that bad teeth are a "British thing". It's not true is it?
Just my opinion, but I think a vintage strap looks a little odd with the tuxedo dial.
Also, was the stitching already that frayed, or did you hit that w/ the sandpaper as well?
The buyer is active on Paneristi. Not that that makes him an expert, but he probably knows (or has access to) a few people who can authenticate it. Must have been pretty sure to plunk down 50K.