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Mooda420 · 5 December 2019, 12:16 AM

Hi guys
So I'm planning on buying my first ever rolex soon.
Im in love with day date 36mm yellow gold but a new one is out of my budget.
So I also like date just 36mm in two tone.
But I'm confused between a pre owned dsy date vs a brand new date just.
As I'm not a experienced buyer I'm fearful of getting fooled in buying something with after market parts.
Would appreciate your thoughts on this.

Wobbly · 5 December 2019, 12:21 AM

So you want to buy something you cannot afford, that life I’m afraid.

Buying used can be a minefield, probably best you stick to AD and buy a new Datejust TT, I’m sure there’s a few at your nearest AD.

herts9 · 5 December 2019, 12:21 AM

1) do your homework and immerse yourself in knowledge

2) buy from someone reputable

3) if your heart is set on a DD, don't settle for a TT DJ

good luck in advance

rw2008 · 5 December 2019, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by herts9

1) do your homework and immerse yourself in knowledge

2) buy from someone reputable

3) if your heart is set on a DD, don't settle for a TT DJ

good luck in advance

Totally agree on all counts

beshannon · 5 December 2019, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mooda420

As I'm not a experienced buyer I'm fearful of getting fooled in buying something with after market parts.
Would appreciate your thoughts on this.

Buy from a seller that sells genuine watches

tvandevelde · 5 December 2019, 12:46 AM

IMO there's nothing wrong with dipping your toe in the water before you dive into the deep end. If you're looking at PM or TT, definitely go used. Buy from a reputable source. There are many here. Remember you can always ask for references, feedback on eBay, etc. If you stay newer, chances are you won't find any shoddy repair jobs with aftermarket parts.

Cesarmsi · 5 December 2019, 12:47 AM

Keep saving, then bite the bullet and buy your first one from an AD.

ROlesorusLEX · 5 December 2019, 12:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mooda420

Hi guys

So I'm planning on buying my first ever rolex soon.

Im in love with day date 36mm yellow gold but a new one is out of my budget.

So I also like date just 36mm in two tone.

But I'm confused between a pre owned dsy date vs a brand new date just.

As I'm not a experienced buyer I'm fearful of getting fooled in buying something with after market parts.

Would appreciate your thoughts on this.

If you are interested in pre owned, go for it. Consider reference 18238. These are usually from the late 1980s into the 90s, and is perhaps the best deal in "vintage" Rolex right now. So much so that I bought my wife a 1990 model. I wear it often myself. There are several great, reputable sellers. Consider HQ Milton. They are easy to work with and you can be assured their watches are genuine and as presented.

Mooda420 · 5 December 2019, 01:17 AM

Thank you guys.. I think it's best to find a trusted pre owned dealer..
I live in u.a.e so I don't have much options. With pre owned online I think.

Chewbacca · 5 December 2019, 01:24 AM

Used DDs are actually one of the safest buys.

Typically not flipped as often as SS and the owners take care of them.

Also an amazing value.

Find a good used one and be happy.

Tangier11 · 5 December 2019, 02:00 AM

I own both and I would go for the pre owned DD, you can get an awesome deal on one right now. No different than buying any other pre owed Rolex, do your homework and buy the seller. You will NOT be disappointed in the DD

envuks · 5 December 2019, 02:06 AM

If you buy a used DD, just get it from a trusted seller right here on TRF. There seem to be plenty available. You’ll then have no risk

IMHO pre-owned Day-Dates are the best value in Rolex right now. Many in the $11k-$13k range.

huncho · 5 December 2019, 02:07 AM

go for a preowned day date trust me you won't regret it

Mooda420 · 5 December 2019, 02:07 AM

The people have spoken... Day date it is 😊😊
Will post a picture once I get it inshallah

rockmastermike · 5 December 2019, 02:09 AM

Buy the seller before you buy the watch

The most expensive watch you will buy will be the watch you bought instead of the watch you wanted

Tangier11 · 5 December 2019, 02:10 AM

Also one other benefit of buying a pre owned DD vs some other models, there are many safe queen DDs out there. Also even the non safe queens you will find with minimal wrist time because most DD owners don't wear then ever day as Sub owner might...

AlexFrank · 5 December 2019, 02:27 AM

I don't encourage buying out of budget at all. For sure if you go used you have read reviews on reputable dealers.
good luck on your quest

mrricks · 5 December 2019, 02:29 AM

Try Beni Yas jewelers in the Gold Souk at the Central Post Office area. They often have “unwanted” gift Rolexes, new at used prices.

5 December 2019, 12:16 AM	#1
Mooda420 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Abu dhabi Posts: 3	First ever rolex...confused Hi guys So I'm planning on buying my first ever rolex soon. Im in love with day date 36mm yellow gold but a new one is out of my budget. So I also like date just 36mm in two tone. But I'm confused between a pre owned dsy date vs a brand new date just. As I'm not a experienced buyer I'm fearful of getting fooled in buying something with after market parts. Would appreciate your thoughts on this.

5 December 2019, 02:06 AM	#12
envuks 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New England Posts: 3,719	If you buy a used DD, just get it from a trusted seller right here on TRF. There seem to be plenty available. You’ll then have no risk IMHO pre-owned Day-Dates are the best value in Rolex right now. Many in the $11k-$13k range. __________________ Current watches: 116718ln, 116500 black dial, 40mm Breitling Chronomat MOP dial “A man with one watch always knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.”

5 December 2019, 02:29 AM	#18
mrricks "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE/AZ Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 679	Try Beni Yas jewelers in the Gold Souk at the Central Post Office area. They often have “unwanted” gift Rolexes, new at used prices. __________________ 116622 1680, 16233, 113400 retired

5 December 2019, 12:21 AM	#2
Wobbly "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: 🇬🇧 Posts: 1,412	So you want to buy something you cannot afford, that life I’m afraid. Buying used can be a minefield, probably best you stick to AD and buy a new Datejust TT, I’m sure there’s a few at your nearest AD.

5 December 2019, 12:21 AM	#3
herts9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Brian Location: Kentucky Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,032	1) do your homework and immerse yourself in knowledge 2) buy from someone reputable 3) if your heart is set on a DD, don't settle for a TT DJ good luck in advance

5 December 2019, 12:46 AM	#6
tvandevelde "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Tim Location: USA Watch: Too many Posts: 220	IMO there's nothing wrong with dipping your toe in the water before you dive into the deep end. If you're looking at PM or TT, definitely go used. Buy from a reputable source. There are many here. Remember you can always ask for references, feedback on eBay, etc. If you stay newer, chances are you won't find any shoddy repair jobs with aftermarket parts.

5 December 2019, 12:47 AM	#7
Cesarmsi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: East USA Watch: Milgauss, GMT, YM, Posts: 401	Keep saving, then bite the bullet and buy your first one from an AD.

5 December 2019, 01:17 AM	#9
Mooda420 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Abu dhabi Posts: 3	Thank you guys.. I think it's best to find a trusted pre owned dealer.. I live in u.a.e so I don't have much options. With pre owned online I think.

5 December 2019, 01:24 AM	#10
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	Used DDs are actually one of the safest buys. Typically not flipped as often as SS and the owners take care of them. Also an amazing value. Find a good used one and be happy.

5 December 2019, 02:00 AM	#11
Tangier11 Banned Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Paul Location: Southern Virginia Watch: ROLEX Posts: 2,544	I own both and I would go for the pre owned DD, you can get an awesome deal on one right now. No different than buying any other pre owed Rolex, do your homework and buy the seller. You will NOT be disappointed in the DD

5 December 2019, 02:07 AM	#13
huncho 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: nyc Posts: 6,655	go for a preowned day date trust me you won't regret it

5 December 2019, 02:09 AM	#15
rockmastermike 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: GA Watch: 1982 16750 Posts: 4,340	Buy the seller before you buy the watch The most expensive watch you will buy will be the watch you bought instead of the watch you wanted

5 December 2019, 02:10 AM	#16
Tangier11 Banned Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Paul Location: Southern Virginia Watch: ROLEX Posts: 2,544	Also one other benefit of buying a pre owned DD vs some other models, there are many safe queen DDs out there. Also even the non safe queens you will find with minimal wrist time because most DD owners don't wear then ever day as Sub owner might...

5 December 2019, 02:27 AM	#17
AlexFrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: China Posts: 459	I don't encourage buying out of budget at all. For sure if you go used you have read reviews on reputable dealers. good luck on your quest

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