More advice please on a 14060

[larkja]

Okay, almost narrowed down. I'm either going to go with Jacek in San Francisco, or a private seller. The private seller seems legit and I don't have a bad "gut feel" from him like from other people that have e-mailed me. He provided a bunch of pics and info, the best three are as follows.

Thoughts?

Thanks

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[tommy91]

Looks fine but your really going to have to trust this private seller. I personally wouldn't wire money for a private sale. I would only meet in AD with the watch and have them authenticate it, to me it's just not worth dealing with private sellers any other way.

[larkja]

Originally Posted by tommy91

Looks fine but your really going to have to trust this private seller. I personally wouldn't wire money for a private sale. I would only meet in AD with the watch and have them authenticate it, to me it's just not worth dealing with private sellers any other way.

"Authenticate" meaning open the back to inspect?

Thanks

[larkja]

You helped me make up my mind. For my first purchase, going to visit the AD and go that route just to be sure. Might pay a little more, but going to be able to guarantee it's legit. Too many good fakes out there.

Thanks

[sensui]

If you're out by Jacek in San Francisco.....I'd take the watch to rsc or a reputable watchmaker to open and see movement. The picture looks fine but you can never be sure these days.

[larkja]

Very strange. So far today, I had two people contact me with watches. One is the above, and another very similar. I asked for numbers and tried to call both. On both occasions, the call was rejected and the individual called me right back. "Mike" was the one above, and "Mark" was this morning. Both had very heavy non-US accents, there was a slight delay when speaking (like old international calls), and both of the connections were horrible.

I'm tempted to post numbers and pics in the "Watch Out" section.

[larkja]

Oh yea...

"Mark" claimed to be from Wyoming, and "Mike" claimed to be from Las Vegas. They both sounded very similar - but did have different #s.

[The Libertine]

Why not contact one of the trusted sellers here on the forum, such as a DavidSW, to see if they either have, or can locate the model you look to buy.

[sensui]

Originally Posted by The Libertine

Why not contact one of the trusted sellers here on the forum, such as a DavidSW, to see if they either have, or can locate the model you look to buy.

Or you had it right the first time, just go to HQMilton and talk to Jacek and the gang....they'll take care of you and you'd be worry free.

[kilyung]

Buying from anyone online who doesn't have references or a history is risky.

[larkja]

Been an Omega guy for a couple years, and never had a problem with a seller. I guess Rolex is such a well-known brand, there are fakes and fakers everywhere. As they say, "Buyer Beware."

I'm an hour or so away from San Francisco, so will try to visit HQMilton tomorrow, or perhaps next week.

Thanks for the feedback

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by larkja

Been an Omega guy for a couple years, and never had a problem with a seller. I guess Rolex is such a well-known brand, there are fakes and fakers everywhere. As they say, "Buyer Beware."

I'm an hour or so away from San Francisco, so will try to visit HQMilton tomorrow, or perhaps next week.

Thanks for the feedback

You can't go wrong with Jacek and HQ Milton.

Most of the trusted sellers here are selling much newer watches than a 14060. They'd have to source one for you from a private seller. IMO, you'll save time, money, and aggravation going to Jacek and the gang first.

[larkja]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

You can't go wrong with Jacek and HQ Milton.

Most of the trusted sellers here are selling much newer watches than a 14060. They'd have to source one for you from a private seller. IMO, you'll save time, money, and aggravation going to Jacek and the gang first.

^^^ Thanks

[cda555]

FWIW DavidSW has 4 of them on his site.

[larkja]

Originally Posted by cda555

FWIW DavidSW has 4 of them on his site.

Yes, I saw those. Unfortunately, the cheapest one is $5,500. Sure, it has box and papers, but seems like a lot for one with no service. Then again, I may have to elevate my expectations :-)

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by larkja

Yes, I saw those. Unfortunately, the cheapest one is $5,500. Sure, it has box and papers, but seems like a lot for one with no service. Then again, I may have to elevate my expectations :-)

His prices seem a bit high. You can get one from Bob's with B&P for the same price. Bob's is usually over priced.

[mtgjr]

Originally Posted by larkja

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That crown guard looks pretty gnarly.

[larkja]

Originally Posted by mtgjr

That crown guard looks pretty gnarly.

Good catch; looked right past that one. Going to go with one of the "trusted" sellers here on the site.

Thanks for all the words of wisdom.

[Glyph]

Jacek at HQ Milton is awesome. I've purchased 4 Rolex watches from HQM and never had a problem. I've also consigned through them and had excellent experiences all around

[flintsghost]

There are a couple of "trusted" sellers on site that I personally have had suspicions about. One thing I ask anyone I'm trying to buy from is to take a picture that shows both the serial number of the watch and the serial number on the warranty card. Of the people who have gladly provided same, I've never had a disappointment. Today one "trusted" dealer on site who has a jewelry store said he doesn't disclose serial numbers. This is a south Florida dealer. A few days ago a "trusted" dealer on site said he wouldn't do it because he expects me to trust him as he wouldn't jeopardize his reputation that way. He was a California dealer. My LEO background tells me that I am suspicious by nature and when someone won't disclose numbers who has a storefront then I believe he/she is fencing stolen watches and probably knows it of is at the very least worried about it. As for your phone calls when you can't get through or the call is rejected then I would suspect scamming from outside the US, especially with the delay in call which still occurs internationally. The accent also tends to be a clue you shouldn't disregard.

[wizman]

It is too risky to take a risk!

Life is full of risk.