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Old 7 May 2018, 09:59 AM   #1
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Where to buy a used entry level Rolex in the USA?

Hello,

Can you suggest where to buy a used entry level Rolex in the USA? Besides this forum of course.

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Old 7 May 2018, 10:02 AM   #2
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Many AD also sell pre-owned watches. You can also look at watchrecon.
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Old 7 May 2018, 10:02 AM   #3
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Why besides the forum? I don’t know of any better place.
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Old 7 May 2018, 10:03 AM   #4
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Why besides the forum? I don’t know of any better place.
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Also what is "entry level"?
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Do you mean entry level as in a price point?

If price is your prime consideration, some watch shows may be a good option.

But I feel this forum’s long-time, trusted sellers are the best place.


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Old 7 May 2018, 10:07 AM   #7
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I just got this guy shipped yesterday from Bob’s! It was quick and easy with free overnight delivery. It’s basically all preowned.



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Old 7 May 2018, 10:08 AM   #8
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Where to buy a used entry level Rolex in the USA?

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Also what is "entry level"?


~ $3-4K


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Old 7 May 2018, 10:08 AM   #10
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Why besides the forum? I don’t know of any better place.


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Old 7 May 2018, 10:09 AM   #11
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Do you mean entry level as in a price point?

If price is your prime consideration, some watch shows may be a good option.

But I feel this forum’s long-time, trusted sellers are the best place.


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Old 7 May 2018, 10:12 AM   #12
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Which references are you interested in just out of curiosity?
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Old 7 May 2018, 10:16 AM   #13
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I might also take a look at a Tudor.
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Old 7 May 2018, 10:49 AM   #14
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Old 7 May 2018, 10:54 AM   #15
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Check out some of the new Tudor Basel releases at that price point! They are awesome!

I wouldn’t purchase a Rolex at that price point...just my opinion
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Old 7 May 2018, 10:55 AM   #16
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You can always look at Chrono24 to get an idea of what you want and then compare prices with trusted sellers on this forum. You will probably do better online than a physical store unless you have pawn shops that have quality stuff in your area. There are bargains to be had and it doesn’t hurt to take a look.
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Old 7 May 2018, 10:58 AM   #17
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Old 7 May 2018, 11:09 AM   #18
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Look at the sale section on this forum. Your budget is Datejust territory. I don’t think DavidSW has any listed in that range at the moment.
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Old 7 May 2018, 11:13 AM   #19
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Which references are you interested in just out of curiosity?

I am open. I like stainless steel watches with black, white dials maybe grey. Also, I like having a date.



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Old 7 May 2018, 11:14 AM   #20
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Look at the sale section on this forum. Your budget is Datejust territory. I don’t think DavidSW has any listed in that range at the moment.


Than you. Datejust are nice!


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Old 7 May 2018, 11:16 AM   #22
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Where to buy a used entry level Rolex in the USA?

I’d take a look at one of the trusted sellers, particularly DavidSW as I can personally recommend him. Haven’t dealt with the other but I’m sure they are fine to deal with as well.
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Old 7 May 2018, 11:28 AM   #23
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Also for that price I would suggest you look for 16234, 16233,16570 and even 14060. Nearly everything has gone up and you’ll find much more to choose from if you bump your range to $4-5k but if you’re patient and check everyday you will definitely find a great deal. You won’t find a Sub for less than $5k through any jeweler but you may find one privately. I have seen a few in the $4-5k range on Craigslist. Even a 16800. You should learn how to tell apart a real one from the fakes before you do this.
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Old 7 May 2018, 11:30 AM   #24
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Also for that price I would suggest you look for 16234, 16233,16570 and even 14060. Nearly everything has gone up and you’ll find much more to choose from if you bump your range to $4-5k but if you’re patient and check everyday you will definitely find a great deal. You won’t find a Sub for less than $5k through any jeweler but you may find one privately. I have seen a few in the $4-5k range on Craigslist. Even a 16800. You should learn how to tell apart a real one from the fakes before you do this.


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