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New bezels:

Good:

Easy to source
Chrome is very durable
Final fit is ok
Cost will normally run a little lower compared to restoring an original

Bad:

While fit is ok, the 2 I've installed were a PIA and needed to be tweaked to install them, it was not a simple drop in.

Chrome is pretty, but not original, it is actual chrome plating vs vacuum metalized as factory so they do look a bit different and a bit too "shiny", they are different enough that I can easily spot one when I see one in a car.

I had both on hand, 2 restored ones and 2 reproductions, so I had free choice between them when doing my cars. I went with originals in my cars. Originals with new vacuum metalizing hold up better than they originally did simply because of the (invisible)urethane top coat they get, it makes them quite durable. Instrument Specialties restored my last one and it's beautiful.

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