List of vintage watch dealers

[bewithabob]

This is a great resource. Thanks.

[watch4now]

Great Resources and very helpful indeed!! Thanks...

[cruvon]

Thanks Bob, watch4now, do post pics of your vintage additions when you get them:)

[Balu]

Bought a nice 5513 from Mark Lerman, everything was great! Thanks


Vintage purchase experience Feedback List

• Mark Lerman (mark@webstorm.com) (private sale and id comexfan on ebay) [*] [Refer Footnote 1]
• Jed aka Jedly1(http://www.thetimetraveler.co/) [*]
• Erik Ku (http://10pastten.com/) [*]
• Ben (nbtimes@gmail.com ) [*]
• Jacek Kozubek - jacek.kozubek@gmail.com - San Francisco CA , http://www.hqmilton.com [*]
• Andrew Shear: andrew@sheartime.com/Website:http://www.sheartime.com [*]
• Ralle aka rallepeng www.vintage-watches-international.com [*]
• Steve Mulholland (http://www.mulhollandtime.com/) [*]
• Ian Blowers UKhttp://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/ [*] [Refer Footnote 2]
• Jason Graham aka 964RS http://www.SweepingHand.co.uk, http://www.facebook.com/SweepingHand.co.uk [*]
• Mike wood (Www.theoldwatchshop.com )
• Paul Seregin- http://www.seregins.com
• Derek Dier- http://www.watchestobuy.com/
• http://www.coolvintagewatches.com
• Zaf Basha- http://www.finertimes.com
• Ken Jacobs (http://www.wannabuyawatch.com )
• Joshua Bonifas: http://www.Fourtane.com
• Eric Iskin- Oldetown@sonic.net- Santa Rosa, CA- Olde Towne Jewelers
• Jeff Barnard: http://www.bernardwatch.com/ in Texas
• Wingate's: http://www.tic-tock.com/wingates/ in Texas
• Jerome Fellous http://www.watchmywatch.fr/ in France
• Henrik http://www.subgmt.com in the Netherlands
• Philippe Capurro of http://www.exoticwatches.net
• http://www.uhrenfreund.com
• http://www.thewatchcollectors.com

Footnote1: While there have been no complaints or doubts about the authenticity or quality of his watches by buyers who have bought watches from him and is known for being a red sub expert and for his popular red sub article many of us have used as a guide, some serious allegations have been levelled about some of his watch's paperwork by those in the know, specifically about guarantee papers on some watches of his sold through Ebay. The allegations haven't been supported by concrete "publicly" available evidence by those making the allegations citing privacy reasons but that's not to say the allegations can be discounted and is upto forumers here to make their own judgement based on the facts available. In his favour, there has been no evidence of anything amiss when the watches themselves were taken to a RSC, other service centers, or for an expert appraisal. However in light of the serious allegations about the paperwork, for those purchasing full sets which obviously go at a huge premium compared to loose watches, do verify the paperwork when making a full set purchase, to be sure so that all boxes tick and so that you get your money's worth. Buyers/forumers, please feel free to provide public feedback with evidence if you find anything amiss with purchases.

Footnote 2: Please note issues raised by drainaps,Kyle in the earlier sections http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=180461, asking the right questions from this dealer necessary to ascertain originality since this dealer might not have the specific expertise catering specifically to collectors as some of the sellers here, has a 7 days no questions asked return policy



A green (*) against a dealers name indicates that atleast 2 forumers have purchased vintage watches from a dealer here, have received them and are happy. So if atleast 2 of you have purchased a vintage watch from any of the dealers in the list, have received it and are happy with the purchase please say so here so can update the dealers name with a green (*).Also note that a single forumer purchasing 2 or more watches from a seller will be considered as one reference and not two.



Purchase Reference list: Besides the green star rating, for added green star rating accuracy, refer to this "Purchase Reference list" to get a feel of the quality of watches forumers here have purchased from their respective sellers. Forumers have kindly made recommendations here for sellers so that it helps newcomers here, thanks guys for that! Also this list can help confirm are genuine known forumers/buyers making buyer recommendations and you can do that by having a look at their historic posts here, feel free to use the search function to look up their historic threads for posted watch pictures. Though not 100%, the purpose of this purchase reference list is also to hopefully discourage proxy buyers who make fake recommendations on a dealers behalf so that they think twice before making a recommendation here since to prospective buyers, their thread history is only a simple thread search away. Finally, do make inquiries on the forum.

Mark Lerman (ezinternet,cruvon,Chris B,chiubak,Balu)
Jedly (Steelerfan65,bb3188, alanski)
Eric Ku (ddrees,steelerfan65,skyedog,Beaumont Miller II)
Ben (Jason71,yessir69,desfrie)
Jacek (ezinternet,Submarino,Mark020,shairan)
Andrew Shear (Steelerfan65,Tcaviglioli,Beaumont Miller II,bluemartinfan,Skyedog,Buffy)
Ralle (florianw,Burswood)
Steve Mulholland (Swearengen,davemcdus,SLS)
Ian Blowers (DiamondJack, chiubak,Monobike)
Jason Graham (learningtofly,alanski,badastronaut)


NB: While this list serves to collate all vintage watch dealers forumers have possibly dealt with (from fellow forumers comments above) in one place, it in no way is a measure of the quality/originality of the watches that are on sale with them. Please conduct your own due diligence before you make any purchases by asking questions on the forum, posting pictures, getting references, etc. Also please notify us of any concerns and if the forumers agree I can take them off this list.




VERY IMPORTANT: As always refer to the footnotes and do your due diligence when buying any vintage watch, even from sellers listed as having a green star, since past recommendations are not necessarily a ticket for positive experiences in the future, so ask questions and verify watches through the forum "before" you buy any vintage watch. This is a forumer purchase experience list aimed at helping newbies find a vintage from known sources and is not an official recommendation list or a substitute for doing proper research on watches and sellers before you buy.[/QUOTE]

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by Balu

Bought a nice 5513 from Mark Lerman, everything was great! Thanks

Congrats Balu, will update you in the Purchase reference list.
Do post pics of your new purchase for us to enjoy:)

[alwinlee]

Bought an Omega PO late last year from Paul Seregin's
Sad to say it wasn't a good experience.
Wouldn't buy from them ever again.

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by alwinlee

Bought an Omega PO late last year from Paul Seregin's
Sad to say it wasn't a good experience.
Wouldn't buy from them ever again.

Thanks for the update, more info if possible please?

[alwinlee]

In short I bought an Omega PO 45.5mm non chrono which was pre-used and on display with a bracelet. Upon purchase i requested that I wanted a leather strap which he changed immediately.

When I got back home, I wanted to change it back to the original bracelet but Omega told me the bracelet was for the Omega PO chrono and wouldn't fit the non chrono.

I emailed Paul about it and they said they are working on resolving this issue and would get back to me 1 week later. This was in August 2011. Haven't heard from them till now.

p.s the end links for the PO chrono and non chrono version are different and not interchangeable

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by alwinlee

In short I bought an Omega PO 45.5mm non chrono which was pre-used and on display with a bracelet. Upon purchase i requested that I wanted a leather strap which he changed immediately.

When I got back home, I wanted to change it back to the original bracelet but Omega told me the bracelet was for the Omega PO chrono and wouldn't fit the non chrono.

I emailed Paul about it and they said they are working on resolving this issue and would get back to me 1 week later. This was in August 2011. Haven't heard from them till now.

p.s the end links for the PO chrono and non chrono version are different and not interchangeable

Thanks for the info, that's very slack of them, maybe try contacting them again, if necessary with a link to your post?

[alwinlee]

You're welcome.
I actually wasn't expecting any form of compensation, just an apology would suffice but they didn't even bother with that.

Oh well it's been half a year and I don't know if I should actually even bother lol

[SS Oyster]

I've always found some great vintage pieces at Watchworks in Portland. You won't see them advertised on their website or on display in the store, but if you ask Alex (owner) to see his best Rolex pieces, he'll get them out of the safe and show them to clients he knows or has done business with in the past.

He almost always has old Subs (I've seen some with provenance back to Jacques Cousteau), 1655's, old Daytonas, etc.

www.watchworksPDX.com ... always ask for Alex

[snaggle]

There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that I am the best vintage seller BY FAR on this planet.

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by SS Oyster

I've always found some great vintage pieces at Watchworks in Portland. You won't see them advertised on their website or on display in the store, but if you ask Alex (owner) to see his best Rolex pieces, he'll get them out of the safe and show them to clients he knows or has done business with in the past.

He almost always has old Subs (I've seen some with provenance back to Jacques Cousteau), 1655's, old Daytonas, etc.

www.watchworksPDX.com ... always ask for Alex

Thanks Alex. Just need clarification, have you bought a Rolex vintage watch from him yet? If so can put his name in the list.

Cheers

[cruvon]

EDIT: Meant thanks Mark(SS Oyster), not Alex, in the post above:)

[BarryN]

Hi all. I bought an old Rolex Submariner in a junk shop in Brighton UK around 1987. Can anyone tell me about my watch? On the face is an unusual symbol under the hands it looks like a T in a circle. On the back is another symbol that looks like an upside down V above a shape like a pyramid which is shaded in. It also has the following numbers inscribed on the back 0552/923-7697 and 2**/75 Thank you
Barry
barry@barrynovis.com

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by BarryN

Hi all. I bought an old Rolex Submariner in a junk shop in Brighton UK around 1987. Can anyone tell me about my watch? On the face is an unusual symbol under the hands it looks like a T in a circle. On the back is another symbol that looks like an upside down V above a shape like a pyramid which is shaded in. It also has the following numbers inscribed on the back 0552/923-7697 and 2**/75 Thank you
Barry
barry@barrynovis.com

Welcome, if is a T in a circle, that indicates a milsub which is much rarer and valuable. you will need post pics in the vintage section for the experts to look at.

[jedly1]

Originally Posted by BarryN

Hi all. I bought an old Rolex Submariner in a junk shop in Brighton UK around 1987. Can anyone tell me about my watch? On the face is an unusual symbol under the hands it looks like a T in a circle. On the back is another symbol that looks like an upside down V above a shape like a pyramid which is shaded in. It also has the following numbers inscribed on the back 0552/923-7697 and 2**/75 Thank you
Barry
barry@barrynovis.com

barry now has an update of what it is, what its worth and what the next steps are to get it checked over properly

[Roadstar]

Has any forum member dealt with melrosejewelers.com in the past? They seem to have an extensive selection and a decent return policy on paper anyways. Any opinions about them would be appreciated.

TL

[kaenmorte]

Thank's for info.

[apan]

I would like to recommend George Aloi of Tempvus Fvgit.
http://www.tempvsfvgit.com

George is a gentleman and a very honest dealer. His shop is on the smaller side but he has a solid selection of vintage Rolex.

I recently purchased a 1016 from George and am very satisfied with the transaction

[cruvon]

thanks for the info/evaluation ssOyster, snaggle, jedly1, apan. Will add in your recommendations to the next update of the list.

[Gaucho20]

I am working on buying a vintage bracelet from Steve Mulholland. Has anyone heard that he had a fire at his place? I hope he is doing ok, and that nobody was injured.

[Twsns]

John at 70 bowery NYC is legit, and has a great selection of older Rolex pieces. Fair prices and nice guy. He's there generally after 230pm. Closed Sundays.
www.alltiques.com

Also in the Diamond District I've really only found dealer who's worth dealing with, his name is Gregory or George and he's located on 37 W. 47th St. You walk in and he's directly to the left. He has a great selection of vintage Rolex parts and watches. Nice and very knowledgeable. I've purchased parts from him before. He's there's through the week till 4pm and not sure his weekend schedule.

[sryukon]

I just bought my Tudor DayDate 94500 from Derek Dier- http://www.watchestobuy.com/ Very nice and clean. This is Dereks third good purchase Green Star?

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by sryukon

I just bought my Tudor DayDate 94500 from Derek Dier- http://www.watchestobuy.com/ Very nice and clean. This is Dereks third good purchase Green Star?

Thanks for the info, checked thread history, he does have the minimum required 2 good member recommendations from atleast 2 members on this thread catered to Tudor purchases, will mark him with a green star as a Tudor contact. Will add you and others who've kindly made a recommendation in the Purchase reference list,

Cheers!

[ndnbill]

I have bought several watches from Josh at Fourtane. Always treated me fairly and their vintage section is very deep. Highest recomendation.

[cruvon]

Originally Posted by ndnbill

I have bought several watches from Josh at Fourtane. Always treated me fairly and their vintage section is very deep. Highest recomendation.

Thanks for the recommendation!

[r14]

Originally Posted by Jason71

I have bought 4 watches from Ben. He is GREAT. As long as you can get through the customs issue, he is the best. I don't know how to contact him other than:

nbtimes@gmail.com

How do you get old Rolex to clear customs w/o taxed? Any trick?Thank you.

[cruvon]

Hi guys, updates to the list here, thanks for your valuable input, the "Seller list" and "Purchase reference list" have been updated with your recommendations.
Derek Dier, who's a Tudor contact, welcome to Green Star status!

Also a slight change in rules from here forward, a member making a recommendation will now require to have atleast 50 posts in the "Vintage Section" before recommending a seller they've made a vintage Rolex watch purchase from. This is to avoid fly by members making recommendations here. Offcourse a more accurate way to cross check fly by recommendations is by also cross checking who the members making recommendations are in the the "Purchase Reference List" to ensure that recommendations are from regular forumers/genuine buyers. Lastly, a reminder that while this list is an attempt to assist newbies entering the vintage Rolex world, it can never be 100% and should not be used as a shortcut for doing your own research for the best outcome with your purchases. Nevertheless, it's the best shot we have at putting a genuine list together with some checks and balances in place, enjoy!




Vintage purchase experience Feedback List

• Mark Lerman (mark@webstorm.com) (private sale and id comexfan on ebay) [*] [Refer Footnote 1]
• Jed aka Jedly1(http://www.thetimetraveler.co/) [*]
• Erik Ku (http://10pastten.com/) [*]
• Ben (nbtimes@gmail.com ) [*]
• Jacek Kozubek - jacek.kozubek@gmail.com - San Francisco CA , http://www.hqmilton.com [*]
• Andrew Shear: andrew@sheartime.com/Website:http://www.sheartime.com [*]
• Ralle aka rallepeng www.vintage-watches-international.com [*]
• Steve Mulholland (http://www.mulhollandtime.com/) [*]
• Ian Blowers UKhttp://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/ [*] [Refer Footnote 2]
• Jason Graham aka 964RS http://www.SweepingHand.co.uk, http://www.facebook.com/SweepingHand.co.uk [*]
• Derek Dier- http://www.watchestobuy.com/ for Tudors [*]
• Mike wood (Www.theoldwatchshop.com )
• Paul Seregin- http://www.seregins.com
• http://www.coolvintagewatches.com
• Zaf Basha- http://www.finertimes.com
• Ken Jacobs (http://www.wannabuyawatch.com )
• Joshua Bonifas: http://www.Fourtane.com
• Eric Iskin- Oldetown@sonic.net- Santa Rosa, CA- Olde Towne Jewelers
• Jeff Barnard: http://www.bernardwatch.com/ in Texas
• Wingate's: http://www.tic-tock.com/wingates/ in Texas
• Jerome Fellous http://www.watchmywatch.fr/ in France
• Henrik http://www.subgmt.com in the Netherlands
• Philippe Capurro of http://www.exoticwatches.net
• http://www.uhrenfreund.com
• http://www.thewatchcollectors.com
• http://www.watchworksPDX.com, in Portland, ask for Alex
• http://www.tempvsfvgit.com, Tempvus Fvgit, ask for George
• www.alltiques.com, ask for John at 70 bowery NYC
  

Footnote1: While there have been no complaints or doubts about the authenticity or quality of his watches by buyers who have bought watches from him and is known for being a red sub expert and for his popular red sub article many of us have used as a guide, some serious allegations have been levelled about some of his watch's paperwork by those in the know, specifically about guarantee papers on some watches of his sold through Ebay. The allegations haven't been supported by concrete "publicly" available evidence by those making the allegations citing privacy reasons but that's not to say the allegations can be discounted and is upto forumers here to make their own judgement based on the facts available. In his favour, there has been no evidence of anything amiss when the watches themselves were taken to a RSC, other service centers, or for an expert appraisal. However in light of the serious allegations about the paperwork, for those purchasing full sets which obviously go at a huge premium compared to loose watches, do verify the paperwork when making a full set purchase, to be sure so that all boxes tick and so that you get your money's worth. Buyers/forumers, please feel free to provide public feedback with evidence if you find anything amiss with purchases.

Footnote 2: Please note issues raised by drainaps,Kyle in the earlier sections http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=180461, asking the right questions from this dealer necessary to ascertain originality since this dealer might not have the specific expertise catering specifically to collectors as some of the sellers here, has a 7 days no questions asked return policy



A green (*) against a dealers name indicates that atleast 2 forumers have purchased vintage watches from a dealer here, have received them and are happy. So if atleast 2 of you have purchased a vintage watch from any of the dealers in the list, have received it and are happy with the purchase please say so here so can update the dealers name with a green (*).Also note that a single forumer purchasing 2 or more watches from a seller will be considered as one reference and not two.



Purchase Reference list: Besides the green star rating, for added green star rating accuracy, refer to this "Purchase Reference list" to get a feel of the quality of watches forumers here have purchased from their respective sellers. Forumers have kindly made recommendations here for sellers so that it helps newcomers here, thanks guys for that! Also this list can help confirm are genuine known forumers/buyers making buyer recommendations and you can do that by having a look at their historic posts here, feel free to use the search function to look up their historic threads for posted watch pictures. Though not 100%, the purpose of this purchase reference list is also to hopefully discourage proxy buyers who make fake recommendations on a dealers behalf so that they think twice before making a recommendation here since to prospective buyers, their thread history is only a simple thread search away. Finally, do make inquiries on the forum.

Mark Lerman (ezinternet,cruvon,Chris B,chiubak,Balu)
Jedly (Steelerfan65,bb3188, alanski)
Eric Ku (ddrees,steelerfan65,skyedog,Beaumont Miller II)
Ben (Jason71,yessir69,desfrie)
Jacek (ezinternet,Submarino,Mark020,shairan)
Andrew Shear (Steelerfan65,Tcaviglioli,Beaumont Miller II,bluemartinfan,Skyedog,Buffy)
Ralle (florianw,Burswood)
Steve Mulholland (Swearengen,davemcdus,SLS)
Ian Blowers (DiamondJack, chiubak,Monobike)
Jason Graham (learningtofly,alanski,badastronaut)
Derek Dier (ezinternetr,Blassy,sryukon)


NB: While this list serves to collate all vintage watch dealers forumers have possibly dealt with (from fellow forumers comments above) in one place, it in no way is a measure of the quality/originality of the watches that are on sale with them. Please conduct your own due diligence before you make any purchases by asking questions on the forum, posting pictures, getting references, etc. Also please notify us of any concerns and if the forumers agree I can take them off this list.




VERY IMPORTANT: As always refer to the footnotes and do your due diligence when buying any vintage watch, even from sellers listed as having a green star, since past recommendations are not necessarily a ticket for positive experiences in the future, so ask questions and verify watches through the forum "before" you buy any vintage watch. This is a forumer purchase experience list aimed at helping newbies find a vintage from known sources and is not an official recommendation list or a substitute for doing proper research on watches and sellers before you buy.

[Dakota Rowntree]

I have visited your two recommended sites and I have found the best one....