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Chrisxx · 5 March 2009, 08:59 PM

Hello guys,
Just a quick email to introduce myself, I am Chris from Devon, UK. I am looking to buy a "keeper" watch in the next couple of months so joined these forums to check out all things Rolex.

Already had some great advice and friendly feedback on the discount situation for Rolex in the UK (and a top tip on Ernest Jones).

My intention is to spend £3k (maybe up to £4k) on a watch, these are my current thoughts:

GMT IIC Perfect watch love the easylink bracelet, amazed by the price increases, would need to negotiate to get into price range
Submariner Classic, but price is still creeping a little high
Submariner No date Very Bond, but I am unsure of the hollow centre links
PAM111 love it, shame there isn't a bracelet option, having said that I have tried on the new bracelet and to is too big for my wrist
Omega Speedmaster love the history, considering the sapphire sandwich for robustness, find the bracelet with polished spacers a bit fussy though
Breiting Superocean Great bracelet, but find the bezel a little busy...

I have been checking out grey dealers (thebrandedwatchcompany.co.uk and deliciouswatches.co.uk), any advice or experiences would be welcomed.

Also, any tips for good discount in the UK too!
Best regards,
Chris

Subexplorer · 5 March 2009, 09:48 PM

Hello Chris!!
Nice to have you aboard!
I wish you´ll enjoy so much sharing your "gusto" for Rolex watches here.
May I suggest that after the initial introduction you have made correctly in this sub forum, you may post your enquire in the general topics section, where a lot of TRF members will see it better.
Regarding your question, all brands and models you mentioned are top notch, and in my personal opinion, the choice is a very personal matter. I own all the brands you mention, and love them, some models like more than others, but all are beautiful and precise watches. I personally love Subs, and would be a bit biassed about them.
Good luck, and enjoy TRF!!
Kind regards, from Argentina, Abel

Chrisxx · 5 March 2009, 10:27 PM

Abel,
Thank you for your warm welcome. It seems to be a very expert and welcomig community here, I am glad that I have found you.
Regards,
Chris

Mosco · 5 March 2009, 11:16 PM

Welcome! And everything Abel said too

vapalux · 5 March 2009, 11:55 PM

Hi

Welcome to TRF!

Its a great place with great people

look forward to reading your posts

Si

Welshwatchman · 6 March 2009, 02:36 AM

Here's my advice.

Get a Speedy Pro (3570.50 / 72 /73) and try to spend £1000 - £1500 respectively depending on age, condition and model.

Bask in the Speedy love for a while and then track down a 16610 for around the £2750-3000 mark.

That's £4,000 well spent and your money is safe in those two watches.

yannis · 6 March 2009, 07:14 AM

Welcome to TRF Chris!!

Chrisxx · 6 March 2009, 07:25 AM

Thanks, you comments are gratefully received. This is going to cause me some sleepless nights I can tell... I agree that a Rolex does seem to be the best keeper that will suit every occasion!

Welshwatchman, I especially like your game plan!!

Thanks,
Chris

A1000 · 6 March 2009, 07:39 AM

Hi Chris,

Welcome to TRF. Your post implies that you're looking at new watches. Have you considered a recent but pre-owned watch? This is the route that I went down after watching the prices increase and ADs still reluctant to discount. Maybe worth considering. I have had conversations with all of the reputable pre-owned Rolex dealers and if your willing to wait then you can usually get what you want, looking as new, but at a better price.

Chrisxx · 6 March 2009, 08:52 AM

A1000, noted, this is looking like a good option, any recommendations? I normally keep an eye on watches.co.uk.
Regards,
Chris

5 March 2009, 08:59 PM	#1
Chrisxx Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Plymouth, Uk Posts: 125	Hello, From the UK!! Hello guys, Just a quick email to introduce myself, I am Chris from Devon, UK. I am looking to buy a "keeper" watch in the next couple of months so joined these forums to check out all things Rolex. Already had some great advice and friendly feedback on the discount situation for Rolex in the UK (and a top tip on Ernest Jones). My intention is to spend £3k (maybe up to £4k) on a watch, these are my current thoughts: GMT IIC Perfect watch love the easylink bracelet, amazed by the price increases, would need to negotiate to get into price range Submariner Classic, but price is still creeping a little high Submariner No date Very Bond, but I am unsure of the hollow centre links PAM111 love it, shame there isn't a bracelet option, having said that I have tried on the new bracelet and to is too big for my wrist Omega Speedmaster love the history, considering the sapphire sandwich for robustness, find the bracelet with polished spacers a bit fussy though Breiting Superocean Great bracelet, but find the bezel a little busy... I have been checking out grey dealers (thebrandedwatchcompany.co.uk and deliciouswatches.co.uk), any advice or experiences would be welcomed. Also, any tips for good discount in the UK too! Best regards, Chris

5 March 2009, 09:48 PM	#2
Subexplorer 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Abel Location: Down South Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 2,234	Hello Chris!! Nice to have you aboard! I wish you´ll enjoy so much sharing your "gusto" for Rolex watches here. May I suggest that after the initial introduction you have made correctly in this sub forum, you may post your enquire in the general topics section, where a lot of TRF members will see it better. Regarding your question, all brands and models you mentioned are top notch, and in my personal opinion, the choice is a very personal matter. I own all the brands you mention, and love them, some models like more than others, but all are beautiful and precise watches. I personally love Subs, and would be a bit biassed about them. Good luck, and enjoy TRF!! Kind regards, from Argentina, Abel __________________ 50 Years of ROLEX Passion! Grail Rolex: 5508 c. 1959 "Bond" Sub.

5 March 2009, 11:16 PM	#4
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Welcome! And everything Abel said too __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

6 March 2009, 02:36 AM	#6
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	Here's my advice. Get a Speedy Pro (3570.50 / 72 /73) and try to spend £1000 - £1500 respectively depending on age, condition and model. Bask in the Speedy love for a while and then track down a 16610 for around the £2750-3000 mark. That's £4,000 well spent and your money is safe in those two watches. __________________ ..33

6 March 2009, 07:14 AM	#7
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	Welcome to TRF Chris!! __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

5 March 2009, 10:27 PM	#3
Chrisxx Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Plymouth, Uk Posts: 125	Abel, Thank you for your warm welcome. It seems to be a very expert and welcomig community here, I am glad that I have found you. Regards, Chris

5 March 2009, 11:55 PM	#5
vapalux "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Si Location: united kingdom Posts: 1,655	Hi Welcome to TRF! Its a great place with great people look forward to reading your posts Si

6 March 2009, 07:25 AM	#8
Chrisxx Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Plymouth, Uk Posts: 125	Thanks, you comments are gratefully received. This is going to cause me some sleepless nights I can tell... I agree that a Rolex does seem to be the best keeper that will suit every occasion! Welshwatchman, I especially like your game plan!! Thanks, Chris

6 March 2009, 07:39 AM	#9
A1000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Adrian Location: UK Posts: 953	Hi Chris, Welcome to TRF. Your post implies that you're looking at new watches. Have you considered a recent but pre-owned watch? This is the route that I went down after watching the prices increase and ADs still reluctant to discount. Maybe worth considering. I have had conversations with all of the reputable pre-owned Rolex dealers and if your willing to wait then you can usually get what you want, looking as new, but at a better price. __________________ Rolex 16610LV (2007) PAM 312K (2009) PAM 292K (2009)

6 March 2009, 08:52 AM	#10
Chrisxx Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Plymouth, Uk Posts: 125	A1000, noted, this is looking like a good option, any recommendations? I normally keep an eye on watches.co.uk. Regards, Chris

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