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Heuer Carrera 73453 (mechanical) - Brushed Case finish?

Hi all!

I recently acquired a Heuer Carrera 73453 --- my first vintage Heuer (am so excited). I had a question on the brushed finish of the case, as it's hard to tell from searching the web - is the original factory finish on the case meant to be vertical (brushed straight up and down) or a "Sunburst" brushed finish?

Specs of my timepiece:

* Heuer Carrera 73453
* Made: 1970 - 1971
* Serial: 258 1XX
* Mechanical movement 7734
* "first execution" dial (single marker inserts), later "Tachy" ring (TACHY printed @ 1pm), "second execution" hands

If anyone has the same watch (model / year etc), I would love to see some clear photos of the case please!

Thanks in advance!

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