Thought of the day...

[AGENT4734]

We all enjoy owning Rolex watches, but with talks of new movements, bezels, and case sizes should we start looking backwards at the older models?
What I am trying to get at is, new Rolexs are VERY easy to find and purchase. Rather than paying $6000 for a GMTc should we as collectors look to pick up a pre-owned 1990-2003 "Pepsi" & Sub for $6000, buy 2 watches for the same $?
I feel that pre-owned Rolexs are going to be harder to find, especially after recent info about the ceramic bezels, chapter ring, polished center links and dial changes.
I for one would would rather have 2 more Rolex watches to enjoy than just one.
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[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by AGENT4734

We all enjoy owning Rolex watches, but with talks of new movements, bezels, and case sizes should we start looking backwards at the older models?
What I am trying to get at is, new Rolexs are VERY easy to find and purchase. Rather than paying $6000 for a GMTc should we as collectors look to pick up a pre-owned 1990-2003 "Pepsi" & Sub for $6000, buy 2 watches for the same $?
I feel that pre-owned Rolexs are going to be harder to find, especially after recent info about the ceramic bezels, chapter ring, polished center links and dial changes.
I for one would would rather have 2 more Rolex watches to enjoy than just one.
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You should strive for what makes you happy. But I agree, more is more.
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[Texsubmariner]

I would say it depends on your taste. I am not a fan of some of the new updates by Rolex, and if I were a collector (which I am not), cetainly I would do as you suggest. I tend to like certain models and stick with it (SD at this time) and wear just one watch for any period of time, and therefor may flip my Sub Date.

[Ed Rooney]

I agree. For the cost of a new Sub from an AD, I can have a 14060M and an older DJ, Explorer I, AK, etc.

[JBat]

I can see why some are attracted to preowned watches, but for me I prefer buying new. I like knowing that I'm the only one who has used the watch and that it's been cared for the right way. That said, I would buy used if the piece was in good condition, say an older GMT or Sub. For the most part, though, it's new for me.

[Tomi]

And who will be the first one to give advice about using AD always when buying a Rolex?

[Tomi]

Sorry John. That wasn't ment for you, just wrote it same time as you did.

[JBat]

No worries, I say get 'em whereever you are comfortable.

[Leighton]

I tend to be a one watch person and buy watches based on what I think I need at the time. My last purchase was my GMT II-c which I fell in love with because it met all the feature and style requirements I decided I needed; a gmt feature, a date I could read, the ability to wear it dressed up or dressed down, and something that would appeal to my sense of aesthetics.

Problem is, I tend to get enter into phases where I start collecting and I am trying my best not to add Rolex watches to the list!!!! TRF ain't helping a bit!

[SPACE-DWELLER]

Sensible thoughts, Greg!

And besides saving some money on buying "vintage", you also get the bonus of them increasing in value every day.

[vukotab]

I recently discovered that in Belgrade we have GREAT market for vintage watches!
I bought some Tudors that I like very much for a half of a price of new SS Sub.
So I agree with Greg and Dan,MORE IS MORE!!!

[StanGMT]

Originally Posted by JBat

I can see why some are attracted to preowned watches, but for me I prefer buying new. I like knowing that I'm the only one who has used the watch and that it's been cared for the right way. . . . . . . For the most part, though, it's new for me.

You have summed up just how I feel, John. It just happens that what was originally my 'new' GMT has now evolved into a classic! This really is one of those areas where there are no right or wrong answers - it's everyone to their own preference.

Stan.

[AGENT4734]

Thanks guys... I can appreciate the thrill of owning a new watch that is flawless with no wear marks.... but there is something about a watch that has history and will not be as common as a new watch with a saphire crystal.

I understand if you are not into owning several watches... like many here are on the forum. I for one like to rotate through my watches, sometimes switching 2 or 3 times a day depending on what I am doing. So the more the better!

Many vintage Rolexs (i.e. DJ, AK) can be purchased for under $2000. Sometimes under $1000, depending on condition and buyers financial situation.

In the end, to each there own. If I were to sell all my watches (OH NO!) than I think my ONE Rolex would be a GMTc II.

Thanks again!