I may have to reach into the Dark side (Grey)

[LDN]

I am have having a thirst for a SS SkyD black dial! I have relationship with my AD but each time I asked for a desirable SS piece, I am pretty much politely being denied! I am thinking of working with a grey seller trading in my TT SeaDweller for it. I understand sellers are in it for a profit so I know i will take a hit but as long as i am not it being raped, I can live with it. My main concern is shipping my watch to the seller. Also i am not familiar with the landscape of the gray market sellers. Any guidance would be appreciated!

[sambb]

i would keep tt sky, and just get an omega etc. ss sky at gray prices... not worth it if you have a tt sky

[LDN]

Originally Posted by sambb

i would keep tt sky, and just get an omega etc. ss sky at gray prices... not worth it if you have a tt sky

No, i have the TT SeaDweller

[sambb]

sorry read it wrong. nice watch. not sure a ss sky is worth the 18-20k... but value is in the eye of the beholder

[Frank McKay]

After trade in, you may have to add an addition 5-6k.
Try DavidSW. Well respected and trusted dealer.

[4 Aussies]

Whats the grey price for the SS Sky you are considering?

[LDN]

Originally Posted by 4 Aussies

Whats the grey price for the SS Sky you are considering?

If new and unworn 2020 model 18-19k!

[4 Aussies]

Originally Posted by LDN

If new and unworn 2020 model 18-19k!

When I got my Sky pre Covid black dials were $16.5, but I see no reason why things will get soft anytime soon, seems more and more models are getting harder to acquire and costing more money. It's a hard call, if you love it and want it now, you will need to dig deep. Every time I put mine on, puts a smile on my face. Good luck, It's an insane flashy Bad Boy, love love mine!!

[fskywalker]

Suggest to privately sell your SD rather than giving it on trade-in, at least that way you don’t get a double loss


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[LDN]

Originally Posted by fskywalker

Suggest to privately sell your SD rather than giving it on trade-in, at least that way you don’t get a double loss


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Thank you!

[Bizcut1]

Originally Posted by fskywalker

Suggest to privately sell your SD rather than giving it on trade-in, at least that way you don’t get a double loss


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Absolutely this. +1.

[TswaneNguni]

I was lucky ...waited three months for the black SkyD in 2019 .
Had to drive 12 hours in one day to collect it .
Before that ,saw the black at an AD that was waiting collection .Just loved the black dial .I never tire of black dials and have numerous blue dials in the collection .
I went for black ,where most likely, most wants blue .

SkyD ...I give it the highest recommendation !

The excess paid at Darth Vader ,seen spread over decades of service and enjoyment ,isn't that high to pay .

Always see Rolex with long term eyes.
This short term feeding frenzy,mostly for a short term buck, is rather cheap in my eyes .

[Harry-57]

I went grey for mine and have never regretted it. I couldn't get on a list. I would have been prepared to wait but it wasn't going to happen.

I later added a TT white. I wouldn't trade a TT Sky Dweller for the SS but if that's your goal, at least most of the sting will be neutralised. And you'll end up with another Sky Dweller - the best possible result.

[Hollie_Rollie]

If you go grey prepared to be taken to the cleaners on your TT SD trade value and then be taken to the cleaners on your SkyD premium

[Number3]

Originally Posted by Hollie_Rollie

If you go grey prepared to be taken to the cleaners on your TT SD trade value and then be taken to the cleaners on your SkyD premium

Basically, you’re going to the cleaners!

[Hollie_Rollie]

Originally Posted by Number3

Basically, you’re going to the cleaners!

Haha basically. Bring the lubricant

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Hollie_Rollie

Haha basically. Bring the lubricant

And knee pads. Hey, we all need to learn new transferable skills these days.

[Hollie_Rollie]

Originally Posted by AK797

And knee pads. Hey, we all need to learn new transferable skills these days.

Haha, honestly i would just bring the “going to the AD with no purchase history” starter pack. So bring lip gloss and mouth wash too

[LDN]

Originally Posted by Hollie_Rollie

Haha, honestly i would just bring the “going to the AD with no purchase history” starter pack. So bring lip gloss and mouth wash too

Man these not the advice and guidance i am looking for!

[PNBLWZD]

Got my wife got a white SkyD a month or two ago from DavidSW, as even with a decent relationship at 2 AD’s we had no chance. Other than paying market price, which nobody likes, it went perfect and no regrets.

[JR16]

My best advice is to stick to the most trusted sellers- the big names you see referenced on the forums, the ones who have been around for years. Some make it incredibly easy to ship your watch, providing pre-printed mailing label.


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[gops]

Try selling to trusted sellers first. You may get better offer on cash than trade. Then shop around to buy the SkyD. That way you don't limit yourself to the trade offer because they have the watch that you want.... As far as shipping, ask them to email you a insured shipping label. But ship only to trusted sellers here, coz some buyers may try to low ball you once they receive the watch. Make sure you describe your watch the best you can so no surprises.

Looks like you have an open mind and you know the market so expect to lose on the deal. For, me, the only way I'll trade is if I absolutely don't want the watch I'm trading anymore. Otherwise, I don't like losing money just to scratch the itch.

[MrJKLFoams]

Same thing happen to me when I asked my AD to put me on the list for SDJC they told me that its going be hard but I said I am a good customer of you guys and you can check my purchase history. 2 to 3 mos later got a phone call that they have allocated me a JC and ready for me to pick up if I still want it. Got offered twice to pick up the black SkyD but I refused politely since I'm after a JC. So may the force be with you....