Watch guys?

[Uncle Dave]

El Jefe Grande sent me this in talking about the 747-8

 

[McKay]

 

[Uncle Dave]

 

[pronstar]

Pretty good deal...this watch was hugely anticipated when it debuted a few years ago

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[pronstar]

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Never seen that color before...friggin awesome

 

[ChevelleSB406]

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Screw you I have been thinking about this one, I am an F1 fan, but not particularly Mercedes AMG Petronas, but the fun colors of this one calls to me, irrationally, the good way What do you think of how it wears, how is the titanium holding up? Do you wear it on the other strap as well? Its on my short list right now.

 

[ChevelleSB406]

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World Timer doing what its supposed to do, and although I love my Omega "WorldTimer", its really a GMT WorldTimer. Being able to select your secondary time zone at the bottom is the gangsta high horology shit Gotta love JLC, the will always deserver more credit than they ever get. I don't mind if the public doesn't know the name, but I get irritated when people who are watch fans put AP and Vacheron in a league above, hell Patek wouldn't be where they were without JLC building their movements.

 

[Uncle Dave]

World Timer doing what its supposed to do, and although I love my Omega "WorldTimer", its really a GMT WorldTimer. Being able to select your secondary time zone at the bottom is the gangsta high horology shit Gotta love JLC, the will always deserver more credit than they ever get. I don't mind if the public doesn't know the name, but I get irritated when people who are watch fans put AP and Vacheron in a league above, hell Patek wouldn't be where they were without JLC building their movements.

This piece is fun for sure.

Yeah JLC -the watchmakers watchmaker.

On most 3rd party lists the pecking order seems to fall at or close to this - PP, AP, VC,JLC, Rolex

JLC falls into 4th place, but this is highly contested. MY JLC pieces have done quite well and they are utterly fantastic wearable art and function.

These days Rolex basically says you have some money but aren't very interesting.

 

[ChumpChange]

Panda Time!

 

[clarence]

 

[Flatsix66]

And, as you know, I can't help myself, the latest drawing to accompany the World Timer. View attachment 1177453


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WOW!

 

[ChevelleSB406]

This piece is fun for sure.

Yeah JLC -the watchmakers watchmaker.

On most 3rd party lists the pecking order seems to fall at or close to this - PP, AP, VC,JLC, Rolex

JLC falls into 4th place, but this is highly contested. MY JLC pieces have done quite well and they are utterly fantastic wearable art and function.

These days Rolex basically says you have some money but aren't very interesting.

I was thinking about this again yesterday, and the Holy Trinity of watches needs a sequel. If they want to keep PP, AP, and VC as one, my other would be something like A Lange, JLC, maybe Breguet, I can't decide on the third spot. It can't be like a Roger Smith or anything that low volume, and Breguet has the craftmanship and certainly the history, but that spot in the list I will listen to suggestions

 

[River Runnin]

Don't get to excited!

with the wrist computer!

 

[McKay]

Screw you I have been thinking about this one, I am an F1 fan, but not particularly Mercedes AMG Petronas, but the fun colors of this one calls to me, irrationally, the good way What do you think of how it wears, how is the titanium holding up? Do you wear it on the other strap as well? Its on my short list right now.

haha, I have not worn it on the other strap yet, It came with the black one and I tried it on once and did not think it would be as comfortable. Wears great as its not giant like many IWC. It wears a lot smaller that that picture looks like. Have not scratched the titanium yet but I'm sure its coming if it is not grade 5. I have not looked up the specs on it to see.

 

[Uncle Dave]

haha, I have not worn it on the other strap yet, It came with the black one and I tried it on once and did not think it would be as comfortable. Wears great as its not giant like many IWC. It wears a lot smaller that that picture looks like. Have not scratched the titanium yet but I'm sure its coming if it is not grade 5. I have not looked up the specs on it to see.

Does that have the IWC in house movement ?

 

[McKay]

Does that have the IWC in house movement ?

Yes. 69385

 

[Uncle Dave]

Yes. 69385

Nice, sets it apart from the cornucopia of 7750 based watches.

 

[Uncle Dave]

Don't get to excited!

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with the wrist computer!

These are fun toys.

They begin a predictable slide toward zero worth and a home either in a recycling center or a landfill from the minute they come out of the factory.

 

[River Runnin]

They begin a predictable slide toward zero worth and a home either in a recycling center or a landfill from the minute they come out of the factory.

Probably why he Ultra runs $800 bucks! lol ... I haven't worn a watch since 1995. But the Heart and Oxygen feature is kinda important right now!

 

[HubbaHubbaLife]

I spotted this thread so wanted to ask any watch guys following where they'd advise me to sell a Rolex SS Sub? Craigs, EBay or simply take to local pawn shop? I know of a nice watch "pawn shop"my buddies have used here in Newport to add ice to theirs or fix em up a bit. I'll have to see if they buy em too. Apparently these models have increased in value in recent years.

 

[Roosky01]

I'd post it up here first and give the guys a chance to tell you what you should be asking for it and then the opportunity for an RDP member to have first crack at it?

 

[clarence]

I spotted this thread so wanted to ask any watch guys following where they'd advise me to sell a Rolex SS Sub? Craigs, EBay or simply take to local pawn shop? I know of a nice watch "pawn shop"my buddies have used here in Newport to add ice to theirs or fix em up a bit. I'll have to see if they buy em too. Apparently these models have increased in value in recent years.

$350

 

[Dan Lorenze]

Just another douchebag with an Apple Watch. I swore I’d never get one. I’m on a list at my local Rolex dealer for Sub.. It’s gonna be a long wait for a new one.

 

[HTMike]

I spotted this thread so wanted to ask any watch guys following where they'd advise me to sell a Rolex SS Sub? Craigs, EBay or simply take to local pawn shop? I know of a nice watch "pawn shop"my buddies have used here in Newport to add ice to theirs or fix em up a bit. I'll have to see if they buy em too. Apparently these models have increased in value in recent years.

Did you buy it new ? Do you know what year it is ? Post some pictures.

FYI, the current secondary market on Rolex is taking an unbelievable beating right now.

 

[sirbob]

I spotted this thread so wanted to ask any watch guys following where they'd advise me to sell a Rolex SS Sub? Craigs, EBay or simply take to local pawn shop? I know of a nice watch "pawn shop"my buddies have used here in Newport to add ice to theirs or fix em up a bit. I'll have to see if they buy em too. Apparently these models have increased in value in recent years.

I would consider talking to Bobs in Newport - They may be the (if not, one of) the biggest resellers of Rolex's. I'm sure they have their dealer network for getting product but I'll bet they also buy from sellers.

The more back up you have the hight the price .. ie box / papers / card / og receipt.

 

[Riverbottom]

I would consider talking to Bobs in Newport - They may be the (if not, one of) the biggest resellers of Rolex's. I'm sure they have their dealer network for getting product but I'll bet they also buy from sellers.

The more back up you have the hight the price .. ie box / papers / card / og receipt.

They buy from independent sellers. Very impressive operation. I have purchased from their location by the John Wayne airport. They have appraisers, jewelers, and a production facility making sales videos. I will buy my next watch from them just to check the place out again.

 

[Uncle Dave]

I spotted this thread so wanted to ask any watch guys following where they'd advise me to sell a Rolex SS Sub? Craigs, EBay or simply take to local pawn shop? I know of a nice watch "pawn shop"my buddies have used here in Newport to add ice to theirs or fix em up a bit. I'll have to see if they buy em too. Apparently these models have increased in value in recent years.

Put it up on Chrono 24 and try to sell it yourself, or take it to a Rolex dealer and put it on consignment.

Ive always had good luck at Feldmar on Pico in LA.

 

[Uncle Dave]

FYI, the current secondary market on Rolex is taking an unbelievable beating right now.

Especially on the high end...

Question is from what - a general oversupply, " the recession", or Rolex getting into the secondhand market, something else? all combined?

 

[Dan Lorenze]

Don't get to excited!

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with the wrist computer!

It's not really like you to having like an Apple Watch. lol But I understand it's for your health..

 

[HubbaHubbaLife]

I'd post it up here first and give the guys a chance to tell you what you should be asking for it and then the opportunity for an RDP member to have first crack at it?

Naw.... not my intention.... just getting any insights from dudes who have expertise.... I have none.

 

[HubbaHubbaLife]

I would consider talking to Bobs in Newport - They may be the (if not, one of) the biggest resellers of Rolex's. I'm sure they have their dealer network for getting product but I'll bet they also buy from sellers.

The more back up you have the hight the price .. ie box / papers / card / og receipt.

Yeah I have it all... original buyer. Any chance "Bob's" is on Newport Blvd? seems like some of my fancy pants guys in 90s would use a shop somewhere's near nprt Blvd and 17-19th? But jewelers move around a bit I hear.... like these Persian rug dealers ha.

 

[HubbaHubbaLife]

They buy from independent sellers. Very impressive operation. I have purchased from their location by the John Wayne airport. They have appraisers, jewelers, and a production facility making sales videos. I will buy my next watch from them just to check the place out again.

Sounds like a good reference, thank you.

 

[HubbaHubbaLife]

I would consider talking to Bobs in Newport - They may be the (if not, one of) the biggest resellers of Rolex's. I'm sure they have their dealer network for getting product but I'll bet they also buy from sellers.

The more back up you have the hight the price .. ie box / papers / card / og receipt.

Found it thanks.

Bobswatches.com: Buy, Sell & Trade Certified Authentic Used Rolex Watches

Bob's Watches is the most trusted name to buy, sell, and trade certified authentic Rolex watches for the best value.

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[Uncle Dave]

Naw.... not my intention.... just getting any insights from dudes who have expertise.... I have none.

What is it exactly? Let's go look at chrono 24 and see what you can expect.

 

[sirbob]

They buy from independent sellers. Very impressive operation. I have purchased from their location by the John Wayne airport. They have appraisers, jewelers, and a production facility making sales videos. I will buy my next watch from them just to check the place out again.

I bought my son a date just on an oyster band from them when he graduated college - they were very nice to deal with.

Yeah I have it all... original buyer. Any chance "Bob's" is on Newport Blvd? seems like some of my fancy pants guys in 90s would use a shop somewhere's near nprt Blvd and 17-19th? But jewelers move around a bit I hear.... like these Persian rug dealers ha.

Different place - Bobs is by SNA between MacArthur and Dove?? I forget the street.

Edit - that's the place https://www.bobswatches.com

 

[HubbaHubbaLife]

I bought my son a date just on an oyster band from them when he graduated college - they were very nice to deal with.


Different place - Bobs is by SNA between MacArthur and Dove?? I forget the street.

Edit - that's the place https://www.bobswatches.com

Boy he's got no shortage of inventory on my model. Interesting to note the ones from 70s-90s are more highly valued as opposed to 2000s. Almost double.

 

[HTMike]

Especially on the high end...

Question is from what - a general oversupply, " the recession", or Rolex getting into the secondhand market, something else? all combined?

Rolex was supplying AD's more than they ever had during covid. Pack pack flippers and greys were eating up stock. More people started back pack flipping buying watches from other back pack flippers. Those back pack flippers then sold to other back pack flippers. The ultra hyped watches that went for crazy money were, almost all, bought by new money back pack flippers. There is an insane amount of " hard to get pieces " jammed up in safes all around the country.

The bloodletting has already started and by mid summer there is going to be some really crazy deals on watches if people will even be buying. We are headed to very interesting times.

 

[Uncle Dave]

Rolex was supplying AD's more than they ever had during covid. Pack pack flippers and greys were eating up stock. More people started back pack flipping buying watches from other back pack flippers. Those back pack flippers then sold to other back pack flippers. The ultra hyped watches that went for crazy money were, almost all, bought by new money back pack flippers. There is an insane amount of " hard to get pieces " jammed up in safes all around the country.

The bloodletting has already started and by mid summer there is going to be some really crazy deals on watches if people will even be buying. We are headed to very interesting times.

A tale as old as time - and at each step the new buyer under the illusion they are worth what they paid........

Funny they are called back pack flippers, as I was amazed at a small watch show just how many guys were walking around with back packs. They whip out watches in little plastic bags with reg papers.....

 

[DLC]

I spotted this thread so wanted to ask any watch guys following where they'd advise me to sell a Rolex SS Sub? Craigs, EBay or simply take to local pawn shop? I know of a nice watch "pawn shop"my buddies have used here in Newport to add ice to theirs or fix em up a bit. I'll have to see if they buy em too. Apparently these models have increased in value in recent years.

post a pic ! Might find a buyer here at RDP !!

 

[HTMike]

A tale as old as time - and at each step the new buyer under the illusion they are worth what they paid........

Funny they are called back pack flippers, as I was amazed at a small watch show just how many guys were walking around with back packs. They whip out watches in little plastic bags with reg papers.....

Yep, they are literally the bag holders this time around. LOL

I kinda wish I would have turned my Meteorite GMT right after I got it. I had a very well known Chicago grey offered me 2x retail and I passed. Earlier this year, February, it was going for 3x retail. Crazy.

 

[spectras only]

Friend has a Brequet clock in his Diablo. The factory info certificate shows as a 10K option. Wonder how much that clock is worth today, since cars like it also went way up in value. He paid 90K for the car awhile ago. He also paid 150K for his 1988 anniversary Countach.

Did any of you guys ever dealt with this place in Berlin Germany? They buy and sell and refurb.
I like this Breitling Navitimer 81600.

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[McKay]

Yep, they are literally the bag holders this time around. LOL

I kinda wish I would have turned my Meteorite GMT right after I got it. I had a very well known Chicago grey offered me 2x retail and I passed. Earlier this year, February, it was going for 3x retail. Crazy.

Seeing them offered now at just under 50. When/if they get into the 30’s I’ll snag one.

Seen two white slider Daytonas offered this week in the 17’s. Couple K over retail with tax. New subs being offered about 500-1000 over retail now. Hoping AD’s will start to have some product as there are now plenty of watches being offered at retail or below now.

 

[HTMike]

Seeing them offered now at just under 50. When/if they get into the 30’s I’ll snag one.

Seen two white slider Daytonas offered this week in the 17’s. Couple K over retail with tax. New subs being offered about 500-1000 over retail now. Hoping AD’s will start to have some product as there are now plenty of watches being offered at retail or below now.

I know a guy that paid 115k for his GMT earlier this year. He could not believe I paid msrp. I have seen a couple also move on moda over 100k. Crazy.

I am very tight with my AD. The owner is my neighbor and the two Rolex salesmen live not far away and we see each other often. He said they hold 30 watches at all times in the back per their Rolex contract. He also said phone calls looking for pieces has been over for a couple months and now they are going down lists. People on the lists are starting to pass. They are moving to a tier 2 dealer status in 2023 so his allocation amount will double. It's going to be a very different market moving into 2023.

 

[Dan Lorenze]

Why is this GMT so reasonably priced?

https://www.ocwatchguy.com/watch/rolex-gmt-master-ii-116710ln/8452

 

[HTMike]

Why is this GMT so reasonably priced?

https://www.ocwatchguy.com/watch/rolex-gmt-master-ii-116710ln/8452

They were 14k+ a few months ago. No box or papers. watch only. Likely in worn condition. I personally would not touch that watch.

In my eyes, thats a $7-7500 piece at max.

 

[McKay]

They were 14k+ a few months ago. No box or papers. watch only. Likely in worn condition. I personally would not touch that watch.

In my eyes, thats a $7-7500 piece at max.

Spot on!

 

[530RL]

 

[Danger Dave]

Just another douchebag with an Apple Watch. I swore I’d never get one. I’m on a list at my local Rolex dealer for Sub.. It’s gonna be a long wait for a new one.

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Racist.

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1609256405751717888

 

[boatpi]

Spectra, I can relive your friend of that Countach today for double what he paid for it.

 

[spectras only]

Don't think he wants to part with it,lol.
Buddy is just another car not, hording cars, taking them for ralleys only. He has quite few cars. He has a 1st Gen black Hennessey Viper my son had a ride in it as a young lad and got hooked on fast cars.
The white Countach has a blood red interior, I only like the beautiful engine in it,haha