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EagleArmsHBAR · 11 March 2010, 11:22 PM

Is www.melrosejewelers.com a legit used Rolex dealer? What about GKScott.com? Am I going to find original watches from them, or are the watches full of aftermarket parts? My wife wants a datejust with a diamond dial and I am a bit nervous to buy used when I dont know who is a good dealer.

Idle Swede · 11 March 2010, 11:38 PM

Don't know what you mean by legit?

They are a "used" dealer with a great deal of imagination that I'm staying far away from.

slcbbrown · 12 March 2010, 02:18 AM

I think I've hard odd stuff about them, before. You might try a search here.

Safetrends · 12 March 2010, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by idle swede

don't know what you mean by legit?

They are a "used" dealer with a great deal of imagination that i'm staying far away from.

x2

ersnyder · 12 March 2010, 02:37 AM

Have 'em verify all Rolex parts, pay with a credit card, verify yourself and if there's a problem, you have recourse. If they squirm, there's a red flag. If not, a great watch at a great price!

WatchnRoll · 12 March 2010, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by EagleArmsHBAR

Is www.melrosejewelers.com a legit used Rolex dealer? What about GKScott.com? Am I going to find original watches from them, or are the watches full of aftermarket parts? My wife wants a datejust with a diamond dial and I am a bit nervous to buy used when I dont know who is a good dealer.

If you want a good reputable used dealer try Jewels in Time in Boca Raton Fl.

Ask for Peter (he is the owner).

They are fair, reputable and have great used Rolex's.

With all that said, I would still have any used Rolex checked for authenticity and parts.

Tunacan26 · 12 March 2010, 02:49 AM

Seek out one of the great sellers here, like DavidSW or Oscar (Bodybump).

DRAWTOOL · 12 March 2010, 03:32 AM

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Originally Posted by EagleArmsHBAR

Is www.melrosejewelers.com a legit used Rolex dealer? What about GKScott.com? Am I going to find original watches from them, or are the watches full of aftermarket parts? My wife wants a datejust with a diamond dial and I am a bit nervous to buy used when I dont know who is a good dealer.

GKScotts sports watches have no aftermarket parts unless you wanna save money and get an AM bracelet, their "bling" watches have AM dials and bezels.

Tools · 12 March 2010, 03:41 AM

This place is known mostly for loading the net with vague stories and accounts of themselves, along with myth and lore about Rolex..

They sell legitimate watches to the best of my knowledge, but many are fitted with aftermarket dials and bezels so choose carefully... They are not an AD, so any rebuilds or overhauls may or may not have aftermarket parts..

Don't buy anything blindly, but know what you are getting...........

1000ftSub · 12 March 2010, 03:47 AM

At least your asking questions before you buy, instead of ordering the watch then complaining about it. I never ordered for those websites but some of the bezels could be after market .

rad87gn · 12 March 2010, 03:51 AM

Their appraisal reports kill me! LOL! They just show new retail price for a brand new original Rolex when their watch has all kinda of aftermarket stuff like diamond dial, diamond bezel, and an 18K Italian made bracelet.

Casey VP-26 · 12 March 2010, 03:59 AM

X3: Be Careful

EagleArmsHBAR · 12 March 2010, 04:12 AM

What is the consensus on an original watch with "custom" diamonds added to the original dial? Does that ruin the watch? I'm having a hard time finding the wife a datejust with diamond markers for under $3,000 that appears original. I think she may end up getting a Tag.

Tools · 12 March 2010, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by EagleArmsHBAR

What is the consensus on an original watch with "custom" diamonds added to the original dial?

There is nothing wrong with most of this stuff if bought from a reputable shop.. It does limit your access to Rolex services as they won't work on a watch with aftermarket parts..

Shops who make up these dials have a huge profit motive, and diamond dials and bezels are popular add-ons on Roelx watches..

Make sure that it's the price you want to pay and that you are buying jewelry: recognise that you need to use an independant watchmaker for service and resale will not be as good as an unaltered watch..........

Tools · 12 March 2010, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by EagleArmsHBAR

What is the consensus on an original watch with "custom" diamonds added to the original dial? Does that ruin the watch? I'm having a hard time finding the wife a datejust with diamond markers for under $3,000 that appears original. I think she may end up getting a Tag.

Try here..

Look in their used Rolex section and scroll down to a Ladies TT DJ with diamond dial... $3500

http://www.alanfurman.com/noframes/rolexp.html

TempoKing · 12 March 2010, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by EagleArmsHBAR

Is www.melrosejewelers.com a legit used Rolex dealer? What about GKScott.com? Am I going to find original watches from them, or are the watches full of aftermarket parts? My wife wants a datejust with a diamond dial and I am a bit nervous to buy used when I dont know who is a good dealer.

Some accessories such as diamond bezels and diamond dials
are definately after market unless stated factory original.
Also they do not tell you how old is the watch

11 March 2010, 11:22 PM	#1
EagleArmsHBAR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Posts: 241	Is this dealer for real? Is www.melrosejewelers.com a legit used Rolex dealer? What about GKScott.com? Am I going to find original watches from them, or are the watches full of aftermarket parts? My wife wants a datejust with a diamond dial and I am a bit nervous to buy used when I dont know who is a good dealer.

12 March 2010, 03:41 AM	#9
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,494	This place is known mostly for loading the net with vague stories and accounts of themselves, along with myth and lore about Rolex.. They sell legitimate watches to the best of my knowledge, but many are fitted with aftermarket dials and bezels so choose carefully... They are not an AD, so any rebuilds or overhauls may or may not have aftermarket parts.. Don't buy anything blindly, but know what you are getting........... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 March 2010, 03:51 AM	#11
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	Their appraisal reports kill me! LOL! They just show new retail price for a brand new original Rolex when their watch has all kinda of aftermarket stuff like diamond dial, diamond bezel, and an 18K Italian made bracelet. __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

11 March 2010, 11:38 PM	#2
Idle Swede Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Leo Location: Boca Raton Posts: 13,820	Don't know what you mean by legit? They are a "used" dealer with a great deal of imagination that I'm staying far away from.

12 March 2010, 02:18 AM	#3
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,689	I think I've hard odd stuff about them, before. You might try a search here.

12 March 2010, 02:37 AM	#5
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	Have 'em verify all Rolex parts, pay with a credit card, verify yourself and if there's a problem, you have recourse. If they squirm, there's a red flag. If not, a great watch at a great price!

12 March 2010, 02:49 AM	#7
Tunacan26 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Chuck Location: Florida Watch: Hulk, DJ, Bluesy Posts: 1,890	Seek out one of the great sellers here, like DavidSW or Oscar (Bodybump).

12 March 2010, 03:47 AM	#10
1000ftSub "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Orlando Posts: 2,471	At least your asking questions before you buy, instead of ordering the watch then complaining about it. I never ordered for those websites but some of the bezels could be after market .

12 March 2010, 03:59 AM	#12
Casey VP-26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: America Posts: 2,718	X3: Be Careful

12 March 2010, 04:12 AM	#13
EagleArmsHBAR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Posts: 241	What is the consensus on an original watch with "custom" diamonds added to the original dial? Does that ruin the watch? I'm having a hard time finding the wife a datejust with diamond markers for under $3,000 that appears original. I think she may end up getting a Tag.

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