First five figure vintage watch purchase

[tekno]

Originally Posted by Dan S

I would do my own research the way that an appraiser would do it, using auction sales, forum sales, etc. I want to see the condition of each comp to really understand the valuation. We tend to think that the internet should provide everything to us on a platter, but sometimes there is no substitute for actual research and personal expertise. If you are a reasonably experienced collector, you should be able to do it in an hour or two. For references that particularly interest me, I keep ongoing records of sales in spreadsheets. This also allows me to recognize when particular examples are re-sold.

This is important advice.

You need to know what the watch you’re after is selling for vs asking prices too.

I hate explaining this to someone selling something that briefly browsed the high end asking prices on auction/retail sites when I’m buying out of their private collection.


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[jcnst12]

Originally Posted by tekno

This is important advice.

You need to know what the watch you’re after is selling for vs asking prices too.

I hate explaining this to someone selling something that briefly browsed the high end asking prices on auction/retail sites when I’m buying out of their private collection.


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Thanks. I feel like buying from reputable private parties is better than going through dealers or auctions. That said, it's easier to research and find pieces for sale through dealers or auctions, so what sites are your "go to" for private party sales other than rolex forum?

[KY..]

Originally Posted by jcnst12

Thanks. I feel like buying from reputable private parties is better than going through dealers or auctions. That said, it's easier to research and find pieces for sale through dealers or auctions, so what sites are your "go to" for private party sales other than rolex forum?

Did you see these recent listings in the 4sale section?
I don’t know the sellers but the watches are what you are looking for.
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...ighlight=16758
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...ighlight=16758