Would you pay extra $ for New Old Stock?

[INC]

If I understand well, it's not about the SAME condition watches + NOS papers.

So I don't think it's about "NOS" stage, but about a prisitne condition vs used. This difference does NOT disappear just because you start using the watch! With daily use, of course, it will no longer be in NOS condition, but it can still be in much better condition. Plus, if the OP sells it later, it's still possible that he can get the extra back because of the better condition.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by INC

I don't think it's about "NOS", but about prisitne condition compared to used. This difference does NOT disappear just because you start using the watch! With daily use, of course, it will no longer be in NOS condition, but it can still be in much better condition. Plus, if the OP sells it later, it's still possible that he can get the extra back because of the better condition.

If I understand well, it's not about the SAME condition watches + NOS papers, but if I understand well, it's about a USED vs. NEW condition.

That’s the way I see it, too. You get what you pay for……

Kat


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[Robf52]

B.

[LuvThatDing]

Thanks everyone.
Leaning towards B as well but here are some pics of A
It's unpolished but you can seem some marks on the case

[stephentross]

B

[Ontime]

NOS for me.

[Chadridv]

Originally Posted by LuvThatDing

Thanks everyone.
Leaning towards B as well but here are some pics of A
It's unpolished but you can seem some marks on the case

seeing this I'd say 100% get the NOS.

OR use the NOS pricing to leverage a much MUCH better deal on the used one.

I think we all kind of assumed we were looking at an excellent condition, similar example vs NOS. Not that the used watch there is in horrible shape, especially considering it's unpolished, but it's not in good shape lol.

[baamvino]

Bbbbbbbb

[Hkspwrsche]

If option A is has deep dings, it could be worth 2.5k more just for a nice condition sharp case for me. The 5 digit subs have weak crown guards. Not the easiest to polish back to original. If for example, we are talking 13-15.5 I’d go NOS for 15.5 all day.

[Hkspwrsche]

Originally Posted by LuvThatDing

Hi TRF, I'm about to pull the trigger on 16610LV and need you guys' help. I'm planning to wear the watch and keep it as my permanent collection as it's the one that I've been wanting for a long time. I've never bought a NOS before but it will cost me extra $2.5K vs used one.

Which one would you choose in this situation?

Option A
- Good condition with some scratches and small dents
- Full set

Option B
- New Old Stock
- Full set
- +$2.5K vs Option A

Your forum name is a hilarious contrast to your question!
Got a kick out of that myself!

[karleone]

Originally Posted by LuvThatDing

Thanks everyone.
Leaning towards B as well but here are some pics of A
It's unpolished but you can seem some marks on the case

Looks unpolished but given the condition and scratched I would 100% pay 2.5K more for a NOS one.

[HHIslander]

If it costs 2500 or more to laser weld and service an option A watch to get it into perfect condition, I’d go with B. I’m highly skeptical of NOS, particularly for a watch that old. I’ve seen more than a few advertised that clearly had a bracket that had been lightly polished and the stickers were wonky.

[faimag]

This video response is perfectly appropriate here.

[onetwo127]

Possibly B for me. I am really particular when it comes to the care of watches.

[Black Bay Dan]

Duplicate post.

[Black Bay Dan]

Nearly eight years ago I went for Option B. You won't regret it.

Dan

[MrMercedes]

1000%: B

[ExplorerI]

2.5k for a potentially future collectible isn’t bad. Some of these guys ask 2x for nos

[TickTockChuck]

Option B, NOS. Really not that bad of a premium on the scale of things. NOS to me means all plastics in place, tags, box, cushion and papers. Without the plastics it may have some mileage. Also the NOS may still require Rolex service as the lubricants may have dried up due to the passage of time. Good luck. Cheers!

[jb335]

For 2.5k I probably would


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[Daytonaman799]

Given my experience of the last week…yes!

[stainlesssteelsteve]

Always NOS. And, the $2,500 premium is not much for NOS.

[worldofoyster]

spend the extra $

[Ontime]

Option B for me.

[Howie]

Another way to think of it, would you buy the Option A watch and be willing to spend $2.5K to make it as new if it were possible (it's technically not possible because they'd have to refinish the case since it has dents and scratches and you'd lose the factory original finish)?

[1665fan]

Yes buy NOS

[jed11]

I would. Yes.

[Rolex2008]

2.5k doesn’t seem like the end of the world for such a special piece, if it is in-fact really NOS and a full set.


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[Truck Driver]

Originally Posted by joli160

NOS is fully stickered, all tags and papers in pristine condition, no name in the papers, never seized and bought from an AD who had it laying around…
Do these really exist ?

The term NOS is lightly used by sellers but they almost never are

yes they do, I purchased a 16610LV in such condition recently. However the premium over a used piece was $6k…
Since this is the only watch I wear, the premium is worth it to me. YMMV.

[Redsub71]

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