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ezwinner701 · 21 January 2006, 03:01 PM

My uncle just received one as a gift and it's supposed to be a boy size. I searched the forum, but I cannot find the retail price the watch. I have a few questions.

1. Is the watch a mens or womens watch?
2. What is the MSRP for mens and boys size?
3. and what's a true market value for this watch?( i read ppl can get up to 20% of the MSRP on Datajust)

Thank you for your help!

JJ Irani · 21 January 2006, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ezwinner701

My uncle just received one as a gift and it's supposed to be a boy size. I searched the forum, but I cannot find the retail price the watch. I have a few questions.

1. Is the watch a mens or womens watch?
2. What is the MSRP for mens and boys size?
3. and what's a true market value for this watch?( i read ppl can get up to 20% of the MSRP on Datajust)

Thank you for your help!

Hi ez,

According to the latest Rolex catalogue that I have, the 178273 has been classified as a mid-size watch. Diameter is 31 mm and lug width is 15 mm. It is a steel and gold version with Jubilee bracelet.

Since it's only a 31 mm, it would more than likely be more for a lady, but a lot of this size can be seen in Asian and Far East Asian countries like Hong Kong where people have a smaller bone structure and hence smaller wrists.

Not sure about the price, but with a size like this, you could push the AD for as much as 30% and see how it goes. This size is pretty popular in Asia and the Far East, but for most people it would be an awkwardly small size.

JJ

ezwinner701 · 21 January 2006, 03:14 PM

Thanks for the reply. You answered my questions well.

Can you tell me what the MSRP is?

And can you confirm that it is 18k gold AND Stainless Steel? The person who bought it for my uncle said it is 18k + SILVER?

And my last question is

Is there a Price difference between 31 mm and the regular Mens size?

Sorry for my ignorance, but this helps me alot.

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hi ez,

According to the latest Rolex catalogue that I have, the 178273 has been classified as a mid-size watch. Diameter is 31 mm and lug width is 15 mm. It is a steel and gold version with Jubilee bracelet.

Since it's only a 31 mm, it would more than likely be more for a lady, but a lot of this size can be seen in Asian and Far East Asian countries like Hong Kong where people have a smaller bone structure and hence smaller wrists.

Not sure about the price, but with a size like this, you could push the AD for as much as 30% and see how it goes. This size is pretty popular in Asia and the Far East, but for most people it would be an awkwardly small size.

JJ

JJ Irani · 21 January 2006, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ezwinner701

Thanks for the reply. You answered my questions well.

Can you tell me what the MSRP is?

And can you confirm that it is 18k gold AND Stainless Steel? The person who bought it for my uncle said it is 18k + SILVER?

And my last question is

Is there a Price difference between 31 mm and the regular Mens size?

Sorry for my ignorance, but this helps me alot.

Silver is no longer used in watches nowadays although there are some vintage models in silver (not sure about Rolex though). It is steel and 18 K gold only. Yes, there would be a price difference between the 31 mm and the regular men's size which is 36 mm, the latter being more expensive.

Regarding the price, here ya go, click on this link. It's a good one to check out prices and give you a very good idea about them: http://www.swissluxury.com/rolex-wat...ld-jubilee.htm

As you can see under "Mid-Size", the List Price is US$6,550.

C.J. · 21 January 2006, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ezwinner701

Thanks for the reply. You answered my questions well.

Can you tell me what the MSRP is?

And can you confirm that it is 18k gold AND Stainless Steel? The person who bought it for my uncle said it is 18k + SILVER?

And my last question is

Is there a Price difference between 31 mm and the regular Mens size?

Sorry for my ignorance, but this helps me alot.

I just checked the SWISSLUXURY.com website. They have seemed to be up to date on prices. Tey're listing two tonw 18k and stainless models at $6500 and offering a 10% discount in the 31mm size.
I just finished shopping for a sports model, every AD (even the ones in the casinos) were willing to take as much as 15 to 20 percent of of datejusts.

C.J. · 21 January 2006, 03:26 PM

JJ
It looks like we think alike.

JJ Irani · 21 January 2006, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

JJ
It looks like we think alike.

That's probably 'cause you're CJ and I'm JJ !!

C.J. · 21 January 2006, 03:31 PM

JJ Irani · 21 January 2006, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

You're a good guy, CJ, and we are honoured to have you on TRF!!

C.J. · 21 January 2006, 03:40 PM

Thany You JJ. I'm quite honered to have met such a fine group of new friends.

ezwinner701 · 21 January 2006, 03:52 PM

THanks guys for the help. you guys rock!

I found out he has this one

Rolex Watches - Datejust Mid-Size Steel and Yellow Gold Jubilee
Style No: 178273sjdj

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watches. 31mm stainless steel case, 18K yellow gold fluted bezel, silver jubilee dial, diamond hour markers, and stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Jubilee bracel

And the person who gave it to him paid $6100 inlcuding taxes in macau for it. I guess that's equivlent to a 30% discount, do you guys think it is a good deal?

C.J. · 21 January 2006, 03:57 PM

Yes, very good.
Thats an awful lot more that I got taken off of my gmt. Besides, as long as he enjoys the watch, almost any price is a good deal.

ezwinner701 · 21 January 2006, 05:49 PM

on another note.. i have another friend and he has this exact same watch. but he bought it like 10 years ago, so this style has not changed in 10+ years?

mailman · 21 January 2006, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

JJ
It looks like we think alike.

Don't encourage him CJ. Please

padi56 · 21 January 2006, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by ezwinner701

on another note.. i have another friend and he has this exact same watch. but he bought it like 10 years ago, so this style has not changed in 10+ years?

The Rolex watch style has not changed a great deal in the last 40 -50 years there is a old saying,if it ain"t broke don't fix it.

ezwinner701 · 21 January 2006, 09:40 PM

I just noticed something different.

This model is the
178273sjdj

but the one my uncle has is just 178273

what's the difference between the two?

I searched online but found no luck.

Thank you for all your help!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ezwinner701

THanks guys for the help. you guys rock!

I found out he has this one

Rolex Watches - Datejust Mid-Size Steel and Yellow Gold Jubilee
Style No: 178273sjdj

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watches. 31mm stainless steel case, 18K yellow gold fluted bezel, silver jubilee dial, diamond hour markers, and stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Jubilee bracel

And the person who gave it to him paid $6100 inlcuding taxes in macau for it. I guess that's equivlent to a 30% discount, do you guys think it is a good deal?

Rockrolex · 22 January 2006, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ezwinner701

I just noticed something different.

This model is the
178273sjdj

but the one my uncle has is just 178273

what's the difference between the two?

I searched online but found no luck.

Thank you for all your help!

I think the "sjdj" stands for Stainless (or Steel) Jubilee (bracelet) Datejust.

Launch Mini · 22 January 2006, 03:32 AM

OMG, do I dare tell the two of you (CJ & JJ) my initials are JB????
Does that make me "one of you" now?

JJ Irani · 22 January 2006, 03:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

OMG, do I dare tell the two of you (CJ & JJ) my initials are JB????
Does that make me "one of you" now?

...only if you change your username from what it is now...to JB!!

C.J. · 22 January 2006, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

OMG, do I dare tell the two of you (CJ & JJ) my initials are JB????
Does that make me "one of you" now?

Scary thought, isn't it?

JJ Irani · 22 January 2006, 03:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

OMG, do I dare tell the two of you (CJ & JJ) my initials are JB????
Does that make me "one of you" now?

...and what hell's wrong, may I ask, with being one of us? Just look at me...ahem! ahem! ....and then take a look at CJ....what a nice, upstanding fella. You'd be in good company, John!!

C.J. · 22 January 2006, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by mailman

Don't encourage him CJ. Please

Yeah,
Sometimes I get a little nuts here!

C.J. · 22 January 2006, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

...and what hell's wrong, may I ask, with being one of us? Just look at me...ahem! ahem! ....and then take a look at CJ....what a nice, upstanding fella. You'd be in good company, John!!

JJ,
I see I fooled you, I'm just trying to stay on my best behavior til the new guy thing wears off. I'm sure I'll end up making that TOSSER list by my next watch acquisition!

By the way, thanks for the heads-up about the three hands lining up perfectly one under the other. Luckily the one my wife brought home for me did.

JJ Irani · 22 January 2006, 04:13 AM

By the way, thanks for the heads-up about the three hands lining up perfectly one under the other. Luckily the one my wife brought home for me did.

You'd have to be very unlucky if they don't. Rolex QC is pretty up to specs, but there have been a few occasions (especially with GMT-IIs and Exp-IIs) when the FOUR hands have not been synchronised to perfection.

21 January 2006, 03:01 PM	#1
ezwinner701 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 49	Rolex Datajust 178273 question? My uncle just received one as a gift and it's supposed to be a boy size. I searched the forum, but I cannot find the retail price the watch. I have a few questions. 1. Is the watch a mens or womens watch? 2. What is the MSRP for mens and boys size? 3. and what's a true market value for this watch?( i read ppl can get up to 20% of the MSRP on Datajust) Thank you for your help!

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ezwinner701 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 49	THanks guys for the help. you guys rock! I found out he has this one Rolex Watches - Datejust Mid-Size Steel and Yellow Gold Jubilee Style No: 178273sjdj Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Watches. 31mm stainless steel case, 18K yellow gold fluted bezel, silver jubilee dial, diamond hour markers, and stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Jubilee bracel And the person who gave it to him paid $6100 inlcuding taxes in macau for it. I guess that's equivlent to a 30% discount, do you guys think it is a good deal?

21 January 2006, 03:57 PM	#12
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Yes, very good. Thats an awful lot more that I got taken off of my gmt. Besides, as long as he enjoys the watch, almost any price is a good deal.

21 January 2006, 05:49 PM	#13
ezwinner701 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 49	on another note.. i have another friend and he has this exact same watch. but he bought it like 10 years ago, so this style has not changed in 10+ years?

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