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jason981 · 18 May 2009, 07:15 AM

Hi all,

What does everyone think abbout buying new versus preowned watches. Is it better to buy new from an AD or pick up an almost new preowned for less cost.

Advanntages and disadvantages ??

Bisquitlips · 18 May 2009, 07:18 AM

I have only one new AD purchased Rolex. The other 3 are pre-loved.

I have absolutely no issues purchasing preowned Rolexes. Just know your seller well!!

And did I say to know your seller WELL!!!?? I will also add that two of the three I purchased here on the TRF Sales Forum!

jdc · 18 May 2009, 07:20 AM

all pre owned

lobo58 · 18 May 2009, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by jason981

Hi all,

What does everyone think abbout buying new versus preowned watches. Is it better to buy new from an AD or pick up an almost new preowned for less cost.

Advanntages and disadvantages ??

I think much would depend upon which style floats your boat. Personally, with the exception of the 16610 Submariner, I prefer the older styles. If you buy a pre-owned watch and it has a pedigree and record of service, it should function as if brand new.

Off topic: Where in Ireland you hail from? My family is from Keash in Sligo.

diablojota · 18 May 2009, 07:21 AM

As Richard said, buy the seller first. My second watch was purchased NIB (new in box), but it was previously owned. I managed to save a significant amount of money and was very pleased with the watch.

Tools · 18 May 2009, 07:25 AM

I like to buy new and then keep them forever........

lobo58 · 18 May 2009, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

I like to buy new and then keep them forever........

yeah...but jdc's Tudor is wood-inducing, and I don't think you'll find that new in the box.

jdc · 18 May 2009, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by lobo58

yeah...but jdc's Tudor is wood-inducing, and I don't think you'll find that new in the box.

thanks.................... I think?

drtooth73 · 18 May 2009, 07:38 AM

Definitely pre-owned.
You can buy a used TT for a price of new SS

mck22 · 18 May 2009, 07:44 AM

I have bought some pre owned and have had no problems and love them!!

nc42acc · 18 May 2009, 07:54 AM

Buy pre owned if you are money conscious or looking for vintage and buy from an AD if you want the peace of mind and your name on the warranty card. You do have peace of mind buying from TRF members and I don’t think you would use the warranty.

mcjp6 · 18 May 2009, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by lobo58

yeah...but jdc's Tudor is wood-inducing,

what a classic phrase....

it is "good" to have the experience of buying new at an AD and I am lucky enough to have done that but I also have purchased second hand and yes you can certainly save some money and end up with a great watch.

KKB · 18 May 2009, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jason981

Hi all,

What does everyone think abbout buying new versus preowned watches. Is it better to buy new from an AD or pick up an almost new preowned for less cost.

Advanntages and disadvantages ??

You left out another option: Brand new from a Grey Market dealer. Kind of a compromise between your first two choices.

lobo58 · 18 May 2009, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by KKB

You left out another option: Brand new from a Grey Market dealer. Kind of a compromise between your first two choices.

Please, define "Grey Market dealer". New term for me.

KKB · 18 May 2009, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by lobo58

Please, define "Grey Market dealer". New term for me.

They obtain brand new watches from ADs and sell them at discount. You usually don't get the warrantee card so you can't get warrantee service from Rolex. Some of them have their own in-house warrantees.
Two grey market dealers mentioned a lot around here are www.swissluxury.com and alanfurman.com. No personal experience with grey market myself (yet). Have only bought from ADs.

Lamone · 18 May 2009, 08:50 AM

I tend to go with Pre-loved.

chicagowatchman · 18 May 2009, 09:09 AM

I always buy new UNLESS vintage......

FremStar · 18 May 2009, 09:15 AM

Hello All,

I am new to this forum. Can anyone please give me guidance as to how much I can get when I am sell my black mop diamond dial jubilee bracelet rolex (116234). My piece has light scrates nothing overwhelming. I want to go into touneau, however, want to get a rough idea from people here so I am well informed on what to expect. I am not sure if I am allowed to ask this kind of question here, yet any response would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

jason981 · 18 May 2009, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lobo58

I think much would depend upon which style floats your boat. Personally, with the exception of the 16610 Submariner, I prefer the older styles. If you buy a pre-owned watch and it has a pedigree and record of service, it should function as if brand new.

Off topic: Where in Ireland you hail from? My family is from Keash in Sligo.

Thanks for all the replies. It's interesting to hear other peoples perspective.

I'm from Dublin . Have u ever been to Ireland. It's great in summer

roamer · 18 May 2009, 09:23 AM

If I felt comfortable enough in my ability to spot a fake I'd go pre-owned. Since I don't...It's new from an AD for me.

diablojota · 18 May 2009, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by sfirempong

Hello All,

I am new to this forum. Can anyone please give me guidance as to how much I can get when I am sell my black mop diamond dial jubilee bracelet rolex (116234). My piece has light scrates nothing overwhelming. I want to go into touneau, however, want to get a rough idea from people here so I am well informed on what to expect. I am not sure if I am allowed to ask this kind of question here, yet any response would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

You will never get enough of a decent offer from Tourneau or any AD. Your best bet is to see what people have an equivalent watch priced at here and at other venues. Welcome to the forum. You should also post this in a new thread.

dmb51599 · 18 May 2009, 09:32 AM

Pre Loved for me! What model of Paul is that Roamer? Got a standard myself!

SDDS · 18 May 2009, 09:38 AM

i prefer buying new....

roamer · 18 May 2009, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by dmb51599

Pre Loved for me! What model of Paul is that Roamer? Got a standard myself!

It's a 2007 Standard with the 50s neck. Last year before they changed the Standards to the new, asymmetrical neck and got rid of the 50s and 60s necks.

landroverking · 18 May 2009, 09:47 AM

I have done both, but now I like to go the pre-loved route,

Finley · 18 May 2009, 09:51 AM

I think you can find really good buys on pre-owned. Of course, Rolex has changed the watch bracelets now, which makes a different to me as a prospective first time buyer.

oneillba · 18 May 2009, 10:01 AM

I bought pre-owned with a guaranteed return policy if I was not satisfied. However, as Reagan said, "Trust, but verify". I had my watch authenticated at an AD with everything turning out satisfactory. I saved a bunch and was very happy with my transaction and watch.

roamer · 18 May 2009, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by oneillba

I bought pre-owned with a guaranteed return policy if I was not satisfied. However, as Reagan said, "Trust, but verify". I had my watch authenticated at an AD with everything turning out satisfactory. I saved a bunch and was very happy with my transaction and watch.

How does that work? Will any AD do this service? Is there a fee, if so is it reasonable?

diablojota · 18 May 2009, 10:03 AM

Actually going with a reputable gray dealer may be a good choice, especially with getting a BNIB Rolex with the latest updates and upgrades.

SSD · 18 May 2009, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by roamer

If I felt comfortable enough in my ability to spot a fake I'd go pre-owned. Since I don't...It's new from an AD for me.

That was me, precisely! Nowadays, I would probably go pre-owned on several models, if the seller was reputable and there was a good service history documented.

18 May 2009, 07:15 AM	#1
jason981 Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: Ireland/UK Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 93	New or preowned Rolex ? Hi all, What does everyone think abbout buying new versus preowned watches. Is it better to buy new from an AD or pick up an almost new preowned for less cost. Advanntages and disadvantages ??

18 May 2009, 07:18 AM	#2
Bisquitlips 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,526	I have only one new AD purchased Rolex. The other 3 are pre-loved. I have absolutely no issues purchasing preowned Rolexes. Just know your seller well!! And did I say to know your seller WELL!!!?? I will also add that two of the three I purchased here on the TRF Sales Forum! __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

18 May 2009, 07:21 AM	#5
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	As Richard said, buy the seller first. My second watch was purchased NIB (new in box), but it was previously owned. I managed to save a significant amount of money and was very pleased with the watch. __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

18 May 2009, 07:25 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,669	I like to buy new and then keep them forever........ __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

18 May 2009, 07:44 AM	#10
mck22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Brent Location: St Louis Watch: Rolex Sub Date Posts: 1,516	I have bought some pre owned and have had no problems and love them!! __________________ 16610 Submariner GMT Master II 16710 1675

18 May 2009, 07:20 AM	#3
jdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: UK Posts: 7,023	all pre owned

18 May 2009, 07:38 AM	#9
drtooth73 Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: W. Stutman Location: Motor City Watch: TT GMT IIC Posts: 2,223	Definitely pre-owned. You can buy a used TT for a price of new SS

18 May 2009, 07:54 AM	#11
nc42acc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Marty Location: North Carolina Watch: out!!!!! Posts: 502	Buy pre owned if you are money conscious or looking for vintage and buy from an AD if you want the peace of mind and your name on the warranty card. You do have peace of mind buying from TRF members and I don’t think you would use the warranty.

18 May 2009, 08:50 AM	#16
Lamone Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Watch: ya mawt! Posts: 3,448	I tend to go with Pre-loved.

18 May 2009, 09:09 AM	#17
chicagowatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicago IL Watch: Platinum DDMasterp Posts: 1,983	I always buy new UNLESS vintage...... __________________ Men's Platinum Day Date Masterpiece Men's 18k Day Date Crown Collection Men's Franck Muller 18k Conquistador Cortez Men's SS Cartier Pasha MEMBER # 5534 USA CHICAGO IL

18 May 2009, 09:15 AM	#18
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	Do not want to make a mistake in selling my watch. Pls help. Hello All, I am new to this forum. Can anyone please give me guidance as to how much I can get when I am sell my black mop diamond dial jubilee bracelet rolex (116234). My piece has light scrates nothing overwhelming. I want to go into touneau, however, want to get a rough idea from people here so I am well informed on what to expect. I am not sure if I am allowed to ask this kind of question here, yet any response would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

18 May 2009, 09:23 AM	#20
roamer Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: Maryland Watch: 116000, 16610 Posts: 155	If I felt comfortable enough in my ability to spot a fake I'd go pre-owned. Since I don't...It's new from an AD for me.

18 May 2009, 09:32 AM	#22
dmb51599 Member Join Date: May 2006 Real Name: Justin Location: Miami Watch: Daytona 16520 Posts: 46	Pre Loved for me! What model of Paul is that Roamer? Got a standard myself!

18 May 2009, 09:38 AM	#23
SDDS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Yazan Location: Canada Posts: 4,782	i prefer buying new.... __________________ Patek Philippe 5167 Patek Philippe 5905P black dial Rolex Deepsea 116660 M series Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 N series Rolex OP 41MM 124300 Green Dial

18 May 2009, 09:47 AM	#25
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	I have done both, but now I like to go the pre-loved route,

18 May 2009, 09:51 AM	#26
Finley "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: United States Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 417	I think you can find really good buys on pre-owned. Of course, Rolex has changed the watch bracelets now, which makes a different to me as a prospective first time buyer. __________________ I have to be successful because I like expensive things.

18 May 2009, 10:01 AM	#27
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	I bought pre-owned with a guaranteed return policy if I was not satisfied. However, as Reagan said, "Trust, but verify". I had my watch authenticated at an AD with everything turning out satisfactory. I saved a bunch and was very happy with my transaction and watch. __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

18 May 2009, 10:03 AM	#29
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	Actually going with a reputable gray dealer may be a good choice, especially with getting a BNIB Rolex with the latest updates and upgrades. __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

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