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virtualtg · 19 February 2008, 07:28 AM

Hello everyone.

I ordered 2 pre-owned rolex from an online jeweler. The reviews and feedback on the seller on this forum is good. The watches were a TT YM for the wife with a ruby and diamond dial. Very nice. The one for me was a TT GMT Master IIc. Again, very nice.
The guy got the watch to me before Vtines for the wife and all.

My watch came with only 11 links and would not fit over my hand. I phoned and free of charge, they sent (overnight) one additional link. I did request two links. Supposedly, they only have one in stock. I had the link installed and the watch is still a bit small for my wrist. I need another link and emailed the company with my request.

Now they want $90 - $95 to order the link. The cs rep says that the watches are for 7 1/4 to 7 3/4 wrist and vary from one to another with regards to link count. I have looked at the clasp and it is all the way out. What do you think?? Great transaction up to now.

I am being petty over this. Should I order the link and move on?

Thanks

f16570 · 19 February 2008, 07:30 AM

Is this going to sour the relationship for the any future transactions?
If not ask him to send the additional link free of charge.

GoldenBear · 19 February 2008, 07:35 AM

I bought 2 new Rolexes from 2 different AD's. I had to pay for the extra links at each place. One was for a SS and the other was for a TT (gold link). It sucks, but that is life when you are bigger than average.

MAC4130 · 19 February 2008, 07:36 AM

mmm .... I got this watch new and it came with 12 links plus the extension one that is conected to the clasp. I can not see why they should not send you the total links that are supposed to be on this watch, even if it is preowned!

I will push the issue a little!

SPACE-DWELLER · 19 February 2008, 07:48 AM

Did the only jeweller state on the site that links were missing? If not, you as the buyer must expect ALL links to be present. I'd ask for the second link, too, free of charge.

Tools · 19 February 2008, 08:04 AM

I would hope that a used watch would come with all the original links, but I know that this is not reality. Very few people turn in their removed links when they trade or sell.

The dealer probably got the watch with the links removed and has come halfway for you... I say buy another link and enjoy........

Andad · 19 February 2008, 08:47 AM

Most new Rolex seem to fit about a 7.5" wrist. Rolex are a bit mean with their bracelet sizes compared to Omega for example who are closer to 8.0".

Joey_V · 19 February 2008, 09:05 AM

If it comes with less than the stock number of links and it is not stated on the site, you are entitled to the remaining links.

Gerry · 19 February 2008, 10:42 AM

Order the link, move on and enjoy the watches.

Alcan · 19 February 2008, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by virtualtg

Should I order the link and move on?

Yes.

DS/B MINI S · 19 February 2008, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by virtualtg

I am being petty over this. Should I order the link and move on?

Thanks

Yes, since they are pre-owned. Order the link

Congrats

virtualtg · 19 February 2008, 11:56 AM

I have decided or rather I am going to let the seller decide. I will send an email and put the ball in his court. I need the link. He has offered to order at his cost ($90 -95).
I will state some of your comments and see what happens. Not sure what I would do if I was in his position.

Maybe I am a multigazzilionaire who has just discovered his site and orders two or three roleys a day whether I need to or not. Would he turn a guy like this away for a lousy 90 bucks?
Or maybe...closer to reality. A poor sap who fell in love with a rolex model and had to order two because the wife would never let me live it down if I only ordered one for me. Will he take an extra 90 from me?

I will keep you posted on the outcome.

Thanks

virtualtg · 19 February 2008, 11:59 AM

PS.........

Don't tell the wife I said this.

bgriz · 19 February 2008, 12:08 PM

I suspect that since he offered the link at his cost, when you email him to "put the ball in his court", that you will get the same.....the link at his cost.

nsolga · 19 February 2008, 12:22 PM

Sounds like him ordering the link "at his cost" is really "at your cost" - unless it specified that the watch was short a certain amount of links, I'd press for him to order free of charge. Now, it is up to you whether or not you wish to do business with them again.

If so, you my want to suck up the $90 to save hundreds or more later on!

Best,

Nick

badsmac · 19 February 2008, 12:32 PM

I bought my Sub a month ago today. I have an 8" wrist and had to buy two extra links @ $35 apiece. I now have 12 links. So it sounds like you already may have one extra link than what it came with originally. You'd think at these prices they would be a little more accommodating.

virtualtg · 20 February 2008, 06:25 AM

Dp

virtualtg · 20 February 2008, 06:25 AM

Update on my email to the seller.

Thanks to you guys.....I used some of your ideas in my email and was successful. Nick......I really liked your line and used it verbatim.

My additional link will be here shortly.

I think I got lucky with a good seller. Thanks to all. I will give the seller credit in the proper topic section.

CPCC · 20 February 2008, 02:06 PM

Congrats on the watches, enjoy them

lildragon · 20 February 2008, 02:53 PM

Congrats! Definitely a memorable Valentines. Wear them proud! =-)

ricnas1 · 20 February 2008, 03:50 PM

usd90 at cost but u are paying for THE cost of it....

its great that u got the link for free cos its less than 1% of what u paid for those 2 watches....

2 watches = ~usd9,000, extra link = usd90, ensuring customer satisfaction= priceless

TempoKing · 20 February 2008, 04:03 PM

$90 for a Two tone link...?
I think he is charging for what it should be on the bracelet in the first place, plus the one he already send to you, which was yours again anyway...if you get my drift !!

GoldenBear · 21 February 2008, 03:35 AM

A real gold TT link is a LOT more expensive than $90. My SS link was $50 18 years ago. Anyway, time to move on.

TempoKing · 22 February 2008, 03:22 PM

I have a few "Real" T/T Sub Oyster links for $50 just in case anyone needs an extra one.

19 February 2008, 07:28 AM	#1
virtualtg Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: JT Location: Central Florida Posts: 48	Am I being petty here??? Hello everyone. I ordered 2 pre-owned rolex from an online jeweler. The reviews and feedback on the seller on this forum is good. The watches were a TT YM for the wife with a ruby and diamond dial. Very nice. The one for me was a TT GMT Master IIc. Again, very nice. The guy got the watch to me before Vtines for the wife and all. My watch came with only 11 links and would not fit over my hand. I phoned and free of charge, they sent (overnight) one additional link. I did request two links. Supposedly, they only have one in stock. I had the link installed and the watch is still a bit small for my wrist. I need another link and emailed the company with my request. Now they want $90 - $95 to order the link. The cs rep says that the watches are for 7 1/4 to 7 3/4 wrist and vary from one to another with regards to link count. I have looked at the clasp and it is all the way out. What do you think?? Great transaction up to now. I am being petty over this. Should I order the link and move on? Thanks

19 February 2008, 07:30 AM	#2
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Is this going to sour the relationship for the any future transactions? If not ask him to send the additional link free of charge. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

19 February 2008, 07:35 AM	#3
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	I bought 2 new Rolexes from 2 different AD's. I had to pay for the extra links at each place. One was for a SS and the other was for a TT (gold link). It sucks, but that is life when you are bigger than average. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

19 February 2008, 07:36 AM	#4
MAC4130 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Miguel Cornejo Location: El Paso Tx Watch: 116500LN Posts: 488	mmm .... I got this watch new and it came with 12 links plus the extension one that is conected to the clasp. I can not see why they should not send you the total links that are supposed to be on this watch, even if it is preowned! I will push the issue a little! __________________ Rolex Daytona 116500LN Black, Rolex Daytona 116500LN White, Rolex TT GMTIIC, Panerai 88, Cartier Santos TT Auto, Omega Seamaster GMT Bond Co-axial, Omega Constellation SS Auto, Tag Heuer Carrera Chrono Tachy Auto

19 February 2008, 07:48 AM	#5
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Did the only jeweller state on the site that links were missing? If not, you as the buyer must expect ALL links to be present. I'd ask for the second link, too, free of charge. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

19 February 2008, 08:04 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,494	I would hope that a used watch would come with all the original links, but I know that this is not reality. Very few people turn in their removed links when they trade or sell. The dealer probably got the watch with the links removed and has come halfway for you... I say buy another link and enjoy........ __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

19 February 2008, 08:47 AM	#7
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,488	Most new Rolex seem to fit about a 7.5" wrist. Rolex are a bit mean with their bracelet sizes compared to Omega for example who are closer to 8.0". __________________ E

19 February 2008, 09:05 AM	#8
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	If it comes with less than the stock number of links and it is not stated on the site, you are entitled to the remaining links. __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

19 February 2008, 10:42 AM	#9
Gerry "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Melbourne, Aus. Watch: Z Series 16613 Posts: 887	Order the link, move on and enjoy the watches. __________________

19 February 2008, 11:56 AM	#12
virtualtg Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: JT Location: Central Florida Posts: 48	I have decided or rather I am going to let the seller decide. I will send an email and put the ball in his court. I need the link. He has offered to order at his cost ($90 -95). I will state some of your comments and see what happens. Not sure what I would do if I was in his position. Maybe I am a multigazzilionaire who has just discovered his site and orders two or three roleys a day whether I need to or not. Would he turn a guy like this away for a lousy 90 bucks? Or maybe...closer to reality. A poor sap who fell in love with a rolex model and had to order two because the wife would never let me live it down if I only ordered one for me. Will he take an extra 90 from me? I will keep you posted on the outcome. Thanks

19 February 2008, 11:59 AM	#13
virtualtg Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: JT Location: Central Florida Posts: 48	PS......... Don't tell the wife I said this.

19 February 2008, 12:08 PM	#14
bgriz 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Brian Location: Chicagoland Watch: ing the markets Posts: 2,194	I suspect that since he offered the link at his cost, when you email him to "put the ball in his court", that you will get the same.....the link at his cost. __________________ 126600 SD43 Red 126710BLRO GMT II PEPSI 178274 Midsize DJ Rhodium/Roman- Hers 126334 DJ41 in blue, fluted, on jubilee 116509 Daytona WG Panda 114060 Sub no date 126621 YM Chocolate dial Root Beer 126710BLNR Batman 126613LB Bluesy 126711CHNR GMT II Root Beer

19 February 2008, 12:22 PM	#15
nsolga "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Nick Location: Sonoma Co., CA Watch: GMTIIc Posts: 798	Sounds like him ordering the link "at his cost" is really "at your cost" - unless it specified that the watch was short a certain amount of links, I'd press for him to order free of charge. Now, it is up to you whether or not you wish to do business with them again. If so, you my want to suck up the $90 to save hundreds or more later on! Best, Nick

19 February 2008, 12:32 PM	#16
badsmac Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Mansfield,TX Watch: Rolex SS Sub Posts: 480	I bought my Sub a month ago today. I have an 8" wrist and had to buy two extra links @ $35 apiece. I now have 12 links. So it sounds like you already may have one extra link than what it came with originally. You'd think at these prices they would be a little more accommodating.

20 February 2008, 06:25 AM	#17
virtualtg Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: JT Location: Central Florida Posts: 48	Dp Last edited by virtualtg; 20 February 2008 at 06:27 AM.. Reason: Double post

20 February 2008, 02:06 PM	#19
CPCC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: USA Posts: 1,857	Congrats on the watches, enjoy them __________________

20 February 2008, 02:53 PM	#20
lildragon "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Huang Location: Texas Watch: LV Submariner Posts: 216	Congrats! Definitely a memorable Valentines. Wear them proud! =-)

20 February 2008, 03:50 PM	#21
ricnas1 Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Nas Location: Singapore Watch: GMT II Posts: 230	usd90 at cost but u are paying for THE cost of it.... its great that u got the link for free cos its less than 1% of what u paid for those 2 watches.... 2 watches = ~usd9,000, extra link = usd90, ensuring customer satisfaction= priceless

20 February 2008, 04:03 PM	#22
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	$90 for a Two tone link...? I think he is charging for what it should be on the bracelet in the first place, plus the one he already send to you, which was yours again anyway...if you get my drift !!

21 February 2008, 03:35 AM	#23
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	A real gold TT link is a LOT more expensive than $90. My SS link was $50 18 years ago. Anyway, time to move on. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

22 February 2008, 03:22 PM	#24
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	I have a few "Real" T/T Sub Oyster links for *$50* just in case anyone needs an extra one.

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