docblackrock Posted September 17, 2009 Report Share Posted September 17, 2009 I've finally gotten around to taking some pictures of my dad's 1675. He bought it at an estate sale some 30 years ago. It's a 2,1xx,xxx serial, so I date it somewhere between 1966 and 1967, the guys here probably can verify that. The crystal and bezel are aftermarket, and the bracelet is a gen replacement, but everything else is original...I think some of the members here will enjoy the patina Your dad has a beauty there, clearly seen some 'action' judging by the case, but some people like 'em like that. I'm also not so sure that's an aftermarket crystal, not a recent one anyway - has that very distinctive blur to the cyclops, usually seen on old and thus original T116s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docblackrock Posted September 17, 2009 Report Share Posted September 17, 2009 Yep, I bought that "mini" dial GMT as an investment and it paid off, I've doubled my money in under 3 years. I love it, but it's never put down roots in my heart... that spot's already taken Dems knows what I mean. So off she goes, in trade for a very, very fine hunk of firewood. Naught but kindling, but I like it. Again, an investment but I'm gonna play the hide off it! Reminds me of a quote from a favourite film... "Hang on tightly, let go lightly..." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbutlerman Posted September 17, 2009 Report Share Posted September 17, 2009 Your dad has a beauty there, clearly seen some 'action' judging by the case, but some people like 'em like that. I'm also not so sure that's an aftermarket crystal, not a recent one anyway - has that very distinctive blur to the cyclops, usually seen on old and thus original T116s. Yeah, he's an aircraft/automotive mechanic and he rarely removes the watch to do any work...it's definitely been well used...as for the crystal, I am not sure where he buys them...I'll have to check with him...what should the crystal be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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