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Bafflingbs · 18 January 2016, 06:44 AM

Hi, I'm about to enter the world of Rolex, with a new Submariner. I have a Tag Aquaracer now, and it is beautiful, but has always been kind of bad at keeping time. I loose a couple of minutes every month. So, I'm ready for a real chronometer. The prices I've seen are $8550, from an authorized dealer. Along the way, I was pointed here. I have some concerns about one of the ads here. The member is a pledge member, with 8000 + post's. The watch looks great, and the price is right, but, it has been repeatedly bumped since October. Is there a reason? Should I be concerned? Is there a giant possibility of getting a counterfeit watch here? Anyway, it's a pleasure to be here.

Psmith · 18 January 2016, 07:05 PM

Welcome Howard

hamza · 18 January 2016, 07:13 PM

Welcome

1William · 18 January 2016, 09:54 PM

Do a search on Trusted Sellers and pick one and contact them. Have a conversation with them and see if that helps. If not, contact a different Trusted Seller. TRF has made the job of buying, selling and trading very simple for us. I would say at times maybe too simple for my bank account. All the information you need is here on TRF.

TimeToGo · 18 January 2016, 10:08 PM

Welcome to the Forum!

If you have a question about a particular seller, research the "who's who section" or plain out ask about the seller in that section. Anyone with 8k posts is not a regular troller in the forum.

brandrea · 18 January 2016, 10:12 PM

Welcome to TRF, you'll find great resources here

DCgator · 18 January 2016, 10:32 PM

Do your due diligence, period. Happy hunting!

padi56 · 18 January 2016, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bafflingbs

Hi, I'm about to enter the world of Rolex, with a new Submariner. I have a Tag Aquaracer now, and it is beautiful, but has always been kind of bad at keeping time. I loose a couple of minutes every month. So, I'm ready for a real chronometer. The prices I've seen are $8550, from an authorized dealer. Along the way, I was pointed here. I have some concerns about one of the ads here. The member is a pledge member, with 8000 + post's. The watch looks great, and the price is right, but, it has been repeatedly bumped since October. Is there a reason? Should I be concerned? Is there a giant possibility of getting a counterfeit watch here? Anyway, it's a pleasure to be here.

First dont read to much in being a chronometer, a chronometer is just that the movement has been tested by the COSC.And after testing over 15 days the bare uncased movement performed to a Average of between -4 to +6 seconds over any 24 hour period. Chronometer certification is for the time of testing only,today most all modern days movements with careful regulation could match the Swiss COSC test. Dont know what watch it is being sold by the seller but I would doubt if any seller on the forum would sell anything that was not 100% authentic as they have too much to lose.

Bafflingbs · 18 January 2016, 11:57 PM

Thank you Padi. Learn something new every day. So, I guess my Tag loosing 2-3 min's. a month, isn't so bad. I've learned to not be so "OCD" about time, with my Tag. I more or less generalize time these days. i.e. 9:57 means 10,

Hairdude1 · 19 January 2016, 04:07 AM

Welcome

Lordofrolex · 19 January 2016, 04:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimeToGo

Welcome to the Forum!

If you have a question about a particular seller, research the "who's who section" or plain out ask about the seller in that section. Anyone with 8k posts is not a regular troller in the forum.

x2

dysondiver · 19 January 2016, 04:12 AM

welcome to the forum

sickened1 · 19 January 2016, 05:02 AM

Welcome to TRF and good luck on the hunt for your first Rolex.

SearChart · 19 January 2016, 06:54 AM

Welcome!

Hpozzuoli · 19 January 2016, 07:34 AM

Things get bumped because they are expensive and don't sell immediately, are over priced, or not in demand. Generally it's not because it's fake from a trusted seller. Typically a high count poster has been here for a minute, but go to the "who's who" thread. Typically every seller also has real life feedback from all their transactions.

TheRolexKingofLV · 19 January 2016, 08:09 AM

Welcome to TRF from Las Vegas

All the answers you need are right here for you...do some homework, and it will pay off!

Bafflingbs · 19 January 2016, 09:07 AM

Thank you so much, guy's. I've already learned a lot, in the first few days here. I usually have bad buyers remorse, and my wife know's this. So, she is pretty much putting her foot down, and demanding we first visit an authorized dealer. I'm lucky to be near so many, in the Washington area.

Bafflingbs · 19 January 2016, 09:13 AM

I have another question for you folks; Why does every post I've made, have to wait for approval? Are these practices in place, to keep out spammers? No big deal, just used to instant gratification.

Hpozzuoli · 19 January 2016, 09:39 AM

Forums in general have some sort of transitional period for new members. I am not sure what it does or why it's still done. Typically the first thread or two you make gets vetted. Posts might get screened once or twice. Again, not sure what it accomplishes in this virtual world we all live in. waiting a few days for all access or getting it on day 1 doesn't really mean it's safer.

Old Expat Beast · 19 January 2016, 02:45 PM

The first few posts from new members are usually automatically put on hold for moderation. They have to be vetted manually by moderators and this can take anywhere from a minute to a few hours, depending on mod availability. It's to keep out spammers and trolls.

wristking11 · 19 January 2016, 03:11 PM

welcome, wish you the best in here

bdex75 · 19 January 2016, 03:58 PM

Welcome to TRF. A long timer here with 8000+ posts and whose name comes up a lot is virtually no risk as far as a non genuine watch is concerned. Too much to lose.

Probably overpriced. As at the right price a sub would generally sell pretty quickly. Complete shot in the dark there though. Don't even know the watch.

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Bafflingbs · 21 January 2016, 12:08 PM

Thank you all for the warm welcome! I went to Lilenquist & Beckstead tonight, and purchased the Submariner date. I got a great deal, and they are going to service my Tag for a discounted rate. They took off 6%. And from what I'm hearing, that's pretty good.
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HL65 · 23 January 2016, 10:12 PM

Welcome to TRF and congrats!

sea-dweller · 25 January 2016, 05:04 AM

Welcome!

18 January 2016, 06:44 AM	#1
Bafflingbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Howard Location: Md. Watch: 116610ln Posts: 223	Hello from Md. I have a question about a watch for sale here. Hi, I'm about to enter the world of Rolex, with a new Submariner. I have a Tag Aquaracer now, and it is beautiful, but has always been kind of bad at keeping time. I loose a couple of minutes every month. So, I'm ready for a real chronometer. The prices I've seen are $8550, from an authorized dealer. Along the way, I was pointed here. I have some concerns about one of the ads here. The member is a pledge member, with 8000 + post's. The watch looks great, and the price is right, but, it has been repeatedly bumped since October. Is there a reason? Should I be concerned? Is there a giant possibility of getting a counterfeit watch here? Anyway, it's a pleasure to be here.

18 January 2016, 07:05 PM	#2
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19 January 2016, 04:07 AM	#10
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19 January 2016, 08:09 AM	#16
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23 January 2016, 10:12 PM	#24
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,873	Welcome to TRF and congrats! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

18 January 2016, 07:13 PM	#3
hamza "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Karachi Posts: 685	Welcome

18 January 2016, 09:54 PM	#4
1William 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 46,985	Do a search on Trusted Sellers and pick one and contact them. Have a conversation with them and see if that helps. If not, contact a different Trusted Seller. TRF has made the job of buying, selling and trading very simple for us. I would say at times maybe too simple for my bank account. All the information you need is here on TRF.

18 January 2016, 10:08 PM	#5
TimeToGo 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: North Florida Posts: 16,695	Welcome to the Forum! If you have a question about a particular seller, research the "who's who section" or plain out ask about the seller in that section. Anyone with 8k posts is not a regular troller in the forum.

18 January 2016, 10:12 PM	#6
brandrea 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 76,847	Welcome to TRF, you'll find great resources here

18 January 2016, 10:32 PM	#7
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	Do your due diligence, period. Happy hunting!

18 January 2016, 11:57 PM	#9
Bafflingbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Howard Location: Md. Watch: 116610ln Posts: 223	Thank you Padi. Learn something new every day. So, I guess my Tag loosing 2-3 min's. a month, isn't so bad. I've learned to not be so "OCD" about time, with my Tag. I more or less generalize time these days. i.e. 9:57 means 10,

19 January 2016, 04:12 AM	#12
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	welcome to the forum

19 January 2016, 05:02 AM	#13
sickened1 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,029	Welcome to TRF and good luck on the hunt for your first Rolex.

19 January 2016, 07:34 AM	#15
Hpozzuoli Banned Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Henry Location: Rhode Island Watch: Rolex Posts: 990	Things get bumped because they are expensive and don't sell immediately, are over priced, or not in demand. Generally it's not because it's fake from a trusted seller. Typically a high count poster has been here for a minute, but go to the "who's who" thread. Typically every seller also has real life feedback from all their transactions.

19 January 2016, 09:07 AM	#17
Bafflingbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Howard Location: Md. Watch: 116610ln Posts: 223	Thank you so much, guy's. I've already learned a lot, in the first few days here. I usually have bad buyers remorse, and my wife know's this. So, she is pretty much putting her foot down, and demanding we first visit an authorized dealer. I'm lucky to be near so many, in the Washington area.

19 January 2016, 09:13 AM	#18
Bafflingbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Howard Location: Md. Watch: 116610ln Posts: 223	I have another question for you folks; Why does every post I've made, have to wait for approval? Are these practices in place, to keep out spammers? No big deal, just used to instant gratification.

19 January 2016, 09:39 AM	#19
Hpozzuoli Banned Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Henry Location: Rhode Island Watch: Rolex Posts: 990	Forums in general have some sort of transitional period for new members. I am not sure what it does or why it's still done. Typically the first thread or two you make gets vetted. Posts might get screened once or twice. Again, not sure what it accomplishes in this virtual world we all live in. waiting a few days for all access or getting it on day 1 doesn't really mean it's safer.

19 January 2016, 02:45 PM	#20
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,677	The first few posts from new members are usually automatically put on hold for moderation. They have to be vetted manually by moderators and this can take anywhere from a minute to a few hours, depending on mod availability. It's to keep out spammers and trolls.

19 January 2016, 03:11 PM	#21
wristking11 Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: US Posts: 62	welcome, wish you the best in here

19 January 2016, 03:58 PM	#22
bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,506	Welcome to TRF. A long timer here with 8000+ posts and whose name comes up a lot is virtually no risk as far as a non genuine watch is concerned. Too much to lose. Probably overpriced. As at the right price a sub would generally sell pretty quickly. Complete shot in the dark there though. Don't even know the watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 January 2016, 12:08 PM	#23
Bafflingbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Howard Location: Md. Watch: 116610ln Posts: 223	Thank you all for the warm welcome! I went to Lilenquist & Beckstead tonight, and purchased the Submariner date. I got a great deal, and they are going to service my Tag for a discounted rate. They took off 6%. And from what I'm hearing, that's pretty good. image.jpg

25 January 2016, 05:04 AM	#25
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Welcome! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

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