I'm new to collecting and new to this site. I have primarily 1950's Bulova's and 1960-70's LeGant's and Orvins (department store watches). I've sent several Bulova's out for dial restoration and lately I've been thinking that I may be devaluing the watches for the benefit of having a great looking watch. What's the general consensus on When To Restore A Dial?
Thanks!!
-Larry
Hi Larry,
I don't think there is a general concensus.
As a Collector I prefer to see an aged Dial, as many do, as it assures the Dials authenticity and originality. With a redial You really have no idea what You've got, unless of coarse You knew the Dials original condition.
A rule of thumb is to have a Dial refinished once its condition becomes detrimental to the value of the piece, which would depend on the piece and the Watch Owners judgement.
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