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  1. 02-26-2011 05:30 PM #1
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    I sent an old pocket watch to Rik for restoration and cleaning. It was in very poor condition with the glass missing, face worn away and one of the hands bent. I just received it back and was amazed at the absolutely gorgeous condition of the watch. I really don't believe Rik needs any more work but I felt I had to share this beautiful pocket watch .....

    Here is the before picture:



    and here is what I was totally blown away with:

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  2. 02-26-2011 05:57 PM #2
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    That's insane.
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  3. 02-26-2011 06:13 PM #3
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    great work
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  4. 02-26-2011 06:42 PM #4
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    Stunning!
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    Amazing job Rik.
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  6. 02-27-2011 03:28 AM #6
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    No words can describe how awesome that is.
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    Get... Out... Of... Town...
    Now that is what I call a restoration - amazing work, Rik. .
    Thanks for sharing the results, just fantastic.

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  9. 02-27-2011 03:00 PM #9
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    The old swictheroo, eh? Take an old beat up pocket watch and swap it with a brand new shiny one. Nice try - you can't fool me!!

    Great work by RikTheRestorerExtrodinaire!!
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  10. 02-27-2011 04:05 PM #10
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    Absolutely a beautiful transformation, Steele! They did an incredible job.




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