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Rookie wanting some advice
Hi all, thanks for letting me join. My wife’s birthday is fast approaching and I’m thinking about buying her a gently used Rolex. She has always wanted. I have scoured the Internet and found two that I think she may like. She is definitely a yellow gold wearer, so I am leaning towards one of them lol. I was just wanting to get some feedback on these two models and the years they were made. They are priced with $200 of each other.
Watch 1 is a 1988 26mm Datejust #69173. Stainless steel and 18k Jubilee bracelet. It has a blue Arabic dial. NOTE my wife’s favorite color is blue and she likes wearing yellow gold. The yellow gold shows a little wear around the 4 O’clock and 6 o’clock areas on the bezel. The jubilee band is sagging a little which I know is quite normal. The watch includes the box and papers. Watch 2 is a 2002 Stainless steel 26MM Date #70190. It has an oyster bracelet, black dial, and engine tune bezel. The watch looks practically new and includes the box and papers. Again.. Just want some feedback or advice on those models and those years of production please. Does one hold any special value or is one harder to come by than the other? Thanks in advance. |
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Of those two I’d get the one in the best condition but if she really loves yellow gold I’d keep looking. Be sure and look at the trusted sellers at the bottom of this page.
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Welcome to TRF.
![]() I can’t help you with those two particular watches but might I suggest not buying her a used watch. There should be no issues finding her a new watch in that size. Buy new and let her start making her own memories with her new watch.. Good luck
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Of the two I strongly recomment getting a watch with a fluted bezel. The fluted bezel is classic Rolex and have the flash that I think provide a feminine touch. Personal preference as well. I also agree with RichM - consider buying a new one.
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Welcome to the forum.
What is your timeline and what is your budget? My initial reaction is keep looking. |
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Thanks for the advice. Timeline is tight, but I don’t mind being a little late for her birthday lol cause I know she’ll really like the watch. Both watches are for sale at Bob’s watches. I’ve talked to them on the phone, they sent me extra pics and they have been fantastic to deal with. I will search their site a little more this evening. They have a great selection.
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I too recommend going to you near Rolex dealer and seeing what they have. I wouldn’t love a preowned watch unless it was an Uber rare piece. Best to you!
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Rookie wanting some advice
I agree with the others. A 20 plus year old watch is rarely “gently used”. A brand new 26 mm Datejust is not difficult to source. If she likes yellow gold, consider a two tone. Also, a fluted bezel on Jubilee is the preferred configuration, by most women. Quintessential Rolex!
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I know it’s a personal choice but has your wife tried on the 26mm one?
I bought my wife one years ago she wore it and then decided it was just too small, it now lives in a drawer and she wears an omega planet ocean currently Some photos of prospective purchases might help because it might be highly unlikely something will be lightly used or original |
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Welcome .. my advice would be for her to try on as many as possible, watches are so personal, differing metals and dials colours/variations it’s a big thing buying a watch for someone else .. good luck ..
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Agree with modern watch, 5 years old.
A two tone or solid gold. Two tone flutted bezel white dial probably best IMHO I would by only from DavidSW, The Keystone, Takuya. there are others trusted by the Forum members. All depends on your budget. Also size, 26mm will be fine if she is petite to medium height. My cousin who is small has all gold and two tone in 26mm and works well for her , but she has a celebration dial 31mm, looks good too. The current DJ’s are 31mm. If new a white dial, roman numerals , fluted bezel , two tone yellow gold steel with jubilee most elegant if she likes yellow gold. The are going to be about 11$k new. You should be able to find an AD to source one, as not so hard on size/model, or find one through a reputable dealer. No expertise with Bob’s watches. Older models pre owned will range 5-7$k probably.
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Welcome to the forum.
My advice is to let her choose her own Rolex ![]() Take her to an AD or a trusted gray dealer if you have one on your area, and let her try a variety of models. You might be surprised what she decides on. |
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The question is which one would she prefer?
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I’m sure there’s probably some good ones local as well.
I second the take her to let her choose. Either at an AD or larger 2nd hand retailer. Side note. I bought 2 watches from Bobs. You’ve gotten way farther than I ever did. I never could get any extra picture or info either time. Bothe were listed as excellent condition, but were less than excellent for sure.
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One thing I forgot to add. If the history of those watches is unknown, then you better figure in the price of a full service.
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To the OP -
Sir, you would be best advised to only consider a Brand New Stainless Steel ladies Rolex for your wife. For obvious reasons, way too much can go wrong as a first time buyer…. Think of this situation as purchasing a 20-30 year old 3 series BMW - could it work out? Maybe. But usually not! Think lots of $$$ on repairs. If you buy it wrong- you buy it twice! Good Luck and let us know what direction you went in. |
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Rookie wanting some advice
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Bob’s doesn’t have the best reputation. You may want to look elsewhere. Also, unless she requested a tiny watch, go bigger. I have 36 mm DJs, and love them! Here is my latest: ![]() This is a 36.. I would get her a 31, at the very least. They no longer make 26. That’s an old lady size. The Lady Datejust only comes in 28 mm. Many ladies wear a 31, or 36 mm. A SS 31 mm DJ with white gold fluted bezel is $8,400, brand new, at an AD. It should not be that hard to get. You may be able to order it. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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