Advice on pricing used 14790ST

[edlorpi]

All, I would like to ask your assistance in pricing a watch I am helping my employer sell. The watch has been worn and used. Unfortunately the box, papers, manual have been discarded. I did have him pay for a certificate of authenticity from the AP Boutique on 57th St in Manhattan / NYC.

The model number is 14790ST.OO.0789ST.09, E-series - Caliber 2225 36 Jewels, and described as Dark Blue Big TAP. AP 10 Index Dial, stainless steel case and bracelet with 11 links at 12h and 7 links at 6h - and no spare links, appears to be sized for 6.5" wrist.

He has the travel case (or is it AP service case?) and the certificate of authenticity as well as the receipts from AP for the watch with serials for both the watch case and the movement noted. The watch has not been repolished, runs and keeps time properly, winds without issue. I don't know if it has been serviced or not so I'd guess not. I'm told he acquired the piece in the early 2000's.

What would be a fair asking price for it? He believes it isn't worth his time selling and was quoted in the $3-5k range. I'd like to help him sell the watch.

Thanks for your help!

[TheMethod]

Good condition with box / papers usually go for around 8k - 8500. In that condition with no box and papers, probably around 4500 - 5k.

[edlorpi]

Originally Posted by TheMethod

Good condition with box / papers usually go for around 8k - 8500. In that condition with no box and papers, probably around 4500 - 5k.

Got it - thanks!

[porschejeff]

looks like an attempt at a freed ad!

[edlorpi]

Not really but I will be posting an ad later! How would you have asked for expectations on the price? I don't own an AP nor am a collector, trader or seller. Thanks for your concern...

[Fiery]

I'm pretty sure it will find a happy new owner in the mentioned price range. Quite frankly, even at $5K it is a very good value. Sure, it needs a service right away, and a new bezel may be imminent, but still. A lot of watch for the price. Good luck selling it, and hopefully one of the forum members will find his new love in this time piece

[edlorpi]

Originally Posted by Fiery

I'm pretty sure it will find a happy new owner in the mentioned price range. Quite frankly, even at $5K it is a very good value. Sure, it needs a service right away, and a new bezel may be imminent, but still. A lot of watch for the price. Good luck selling it, and hopefully one of the forum members will find his new love in this time piece

Thanks Fiery! Fingers crossed on the eventual sale