EdwardL
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Help needed to identify this Ranchero or franken?...
Hi all,
Kindly help me identify this Ranchero. The dial diameter is 30mm.
The watch looks pretty worn out and needs a good watchmaker's attention. But first I need the experts to certify this is a real genuine Ranchero. I am allowed to keep this watch with me for 2 days for scrutiny.
Here are the pictures.
Thank you in advance.
Best
Edward
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