|
|
ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX
ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX
|
|||||||
| View Poll Results: Buy or pass | |||
| Buy - it's just some steel! |
   
|
8 | 17.02% |
| Pass - you'd be reminded of who wore it! |
  
|
39 | 82.98% |
| Voters: 47. You may not vote on this poll | |||
 |
|
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
1 December 2011, 01:33 PM
|
#1 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2007
Real Name: Mik
Location: USA
Posts: 13,724
|
So, let's say there is this watch you want...
...and it is for sale by someone you don't care for. Price is fair (not great). Do you buy it or pass?
I'm leaning towards pass, but wonder what others think.
__________________
member#3242 |
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 01:37 PM
|
#2 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2008
Real Name: ChrisTOPHer
Location: Sydney
Watch: Rolex, Brellum,
Posts: 12,601
|
Not sure what you mean mate? someone you dont care for? like hating your brother-in -law and he is selling a watch ? Or a jewellers you don't like?
Just a piece of steel and a good deal is a good deal. 
__________________
 "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795 |
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 01:39 PM
|
#3 | |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2007
Real Name: Mik
Location: USA
Posts: 13,724
|
Quote:
__________________
member#3242 |
|
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 01:41 PM
|
#4 | |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2008
Real Name: ChrisTOPHer
Location: Sydney
Watch: Rolex, Brellum,
Posts: 12,601
|
Quote:
 Its just a watch IMHO ..UNLESS as a matter of principle you would rather not give him the money 
__________________
"Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795 |
|
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 01:49 PM
|
#5 |
|
2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Real Name: gus
Location: East Coast
Watch: APK & sometimes Y
Posts: 26,752
|
pass bad karma/ energy.
if the price was a steal maybe you could get over it 
__________________
|
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 01:50 PM
|
#6 | |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2008
Real Name: ChrisTOPHer
Location: Sydney
Watch: Rolex, Brellum,
Posts: 12,601
|
Quote:
__________________
"Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795 |
|
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 03:02 PM
|
#7 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Sep 2011
Real Name: Carl
Location: Always moving
Watch: If you wish...
Posts: 22,039
|
If it's in a good shape I'd buy it no matter who's selling it, the only exception being a possible better price you think you could have elsewhere!
__________________
Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin |
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 03:13 PM
|
#8 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2008
Real Name: Greg
Location: Cincinnati
Watch: I like to...
Posts: 18,567
|
Misha, what did I do now?
__________________
Instagram - @CaliberSwiss “A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson |
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 04:29 PM
|
#9 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2009
Real Name: Bryan
Location: Hong Kong
Posts: 1,577
|
Hmmm. I'm in two minds. But l say pass.
__________________
Omega Panerai Chopard Grand Seiko |
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 05:14 PM
|
#10 |
|
2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member
Join Date: Nov 2006
Real Name: Eddie
Location: Australia
Watch: A few.
Posts: 37,740
|
So, which watch is Toph selling
__________________
E 
|
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 08:42 PM
|
#11 |
|
TRF Moderator & 2025 Titanium Yacht-Master Patron
Join Date: Dec 2007
Real Name: Ken
Location: SW Florida
Watch: One on my wrist.
Posts: 64,253
|
Pass!!
__________________
 SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT |
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 09:37 PM
|
#12 | |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2008
Real Name: Eric
Location: Location,Location
Watch: this, bro...
Posts: 15,340
|
Quote:
  (btw - what watch was it?)
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 09:43 PM
|
#13 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2006
Real Name: Al
Location: Way Up North
Watch: your P's & Q's
Posts: 10,473
|
Pass. It might not be a ghost but it will haunt you.
__________________
Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution! |
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 10:13 PM
|
#14 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2009
Real Name: Chris
Location: USA
Posts: 1,439
|
Unless its a particularly unusual piece to find, a deal will probably come along in the future that you will feel better about. Not knowing any more specifics, I vote pass.
|
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 10:16 PM
|
#15 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2011
Real Name: Serg
Location: US of A
Watch: AP
Posts: 7,437
|
Pass. Bad karma!
__________________
How can you have any pudding if you don't eat yer meat???? |
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 10:18 PM
|
#16 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: SC
Posts: 274
|
I would have to pass also, there is always another watch coming along.
|
|
|
|
|
1 December 2011, 10:26 PM
|
#17 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Feb 2007
Real Name: Allen
Location: SC
Posts: 2,766
|
I would pass.
__________________
Instagram @HDHNTER |
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 12:30 AM
|
#18 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jun 2011
Real Name: Brian
Location: Towson, MD
Watch: iZ
Posts: 2,224
|
Pass
|
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 12:46 AM
|
#19 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Apr 2008
Real Name: Eric
Location: Calgary
Posts: 9,595
|
Pass - There are always more out there!
|
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 12:47 AM
|
#20 |
|
2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: CET
Posts: 35,617
|
wow...at this point, 2 buy and 19 pass. didn't think it'd be so skewed!
yeah, it's a chunk of metal, but, come on, it's also something you get attached to, otherwise, why spend the money and why be on forums, etc. gotta pass on the polluted watch.
|
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 01:25 AM
|
#21 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2008
Real Name: Bryan
Location: Oregon
Posts: 7,399
|
I didn't vote, Mik. I could go either way really. Usually if you're patient enough you'll find a deal anyway. Curious what you're looking at though...
__________________
Rolex / Panerai / Omega |
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 01:32 AM
|
#22 |
|
Banned
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 166
|
Its just business...............people do business with others everyday that they don't like. Can you imagine what the economy would be like if people only did business with people they liked????? The world economy is bad enough. Sounds like you are looking for an excuse not to buy the watch, particularly since its the one you want and the price is fair.
|
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 01:48 AM
|
#23 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jun 2009
Real Name: Adam
Location: Orlando, Florida
Watch: Me
Posts: 9,935
|
I would pass as well... It is just a watch and I would rather give the folks I do enjoy working with the business and money even if it is a bit more
__________________
The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki |
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 02:02 AM
|
#24 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Real Name: Coach
Location: Boston
Watch: Rolex Deep Sea
Posts: 1,297
|
Pass,watches are more than just a chunk of metal as you know. They have meaning,memories,and are symbolic. All for different reasons to different people.
|
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 02:21 AM
|
#25 | |
|
Member
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Spotsylvania, VA
Posts: 187
|
Quote:
|
|
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 02:26 AM
|
#26 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Atlanta, GA
Posts: 1,503
|
You don't have to like them...but you do have to trust them in order to make the purchase. But given its not a steal, you should be able to find both (like and trust) in a seller. So, I vote pass.
|
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 03:06 AM
|
#27 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Dec 2008
Real Name: Rye
Location: Japan
Watch: Sundial
Posts: 2,156
|
I voted pass. As others have already said, there's always another deal out there.
__________________
'The Way of a Warrior is based on humanity, love, and sincerity; the heart of martial valor is true bravery, wisdom, love, and friendship. Emphasis on the physical aspects of warriorship is futile, for the power of the body is always limited'- Morihei Ueshiba -  Omega 3570.50 (77mil) Rolex 16610 (V) Rolex 1601 (1966) Seiko BM
|
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 03:33 AM
|
#28 | |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2009
Real Name: Phil
Location: CA
Posts: 5,374
|
+1...
Quote:
but if its a super rare watch at a super great price...maybe...
__________________
too much into watches... |
|
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 03:45 AM
|
#29 |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Mar 2007
Real Name: Mik
Location: USA
Posts: 13,724
|
Interesting. I thought I was just being over sensitive, but it appears most would do the same as I'm doing. I'm not saying the watch I'm considering. Not fair to the seller. I just don't agree with the majority of the posters comments.
I will say it isn't Greg. Narcissist 
__________________
member#3242 |
|
|
|
|
2 December 2011, 03:52 AM
|
#30 | |
|
"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2009
Real Name: Phil
Location: CA
Posts: 5,374
|
Quote:
no matter what piece, its still a bit (or a lot) of money out of your pocket and you want to buy the entire package...seller, watch, experience.. Like C.E. says above..these pieces mean more than just steel..its a living thing to us WIS I know I can get a better deal somewhere but if I am buying from a friend, I don't mind them making some money... Unless its the 390 at like $2500...
__________________
too much into watches... |
|
|
|
|
|
| Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests) | |
|
|
*Banners
Of The Month*
This space is provided to horological resources.
Linear Mode
