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BobtheBaby · 25 June 2022, 07:47 AM

I am thinking of picking up a 15300. I know it is hard to predict this sort of thing, but do you all expect prices to drop much more? Obviously, this is not a watch I can just wait to get new. I found a good one, but I am not in any real rush, especially if prices on that model are likely to go lower. So really, I just wanted to gather more insight or opinions before I pull the trigger. Thank you for taking the time to read, and also to anyone who responds.

Benzsiam · 25 June 2022, 08:56 AM

I think the price can be a bit lower but if you plan to keep it for long long time and you can find mint condition with box and paper full set, go for it.

V1nc3nt · 26 June 2022, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by BobtheBaby

I am thinking of picking up a 15300. I know it is hard to predict this sort of thing, but do you all expect prices to drop much more? Obviously, this is not a watch I can just wait to get new. I found a good one, but I am not in any real rush, especially if prices on that model are likely to go lower. So really, I just wanted to gather more insight or opinions before I pull the trigger. Thank you for taking the time to read, and also to anyone who responds.

How much is it now? And what color?

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leisen · 27 June 2022, 12:57 AM

In my opinion the 15300 is the best incarnation of the original Jumbo. The only problem may be the typical ailments of the 3120 mechanism. As for the price, it seems that are going down slightly lately, also not so much. So, if you can find one in good condition and at a reasonable price (around 40.000 EUR or so -blue dial more expensive, of course-) go ahead.

faimag · 27 June 2022, 03:13 AM

The 15300 is also my favorite from the line-up. If you find the one you like now, and a few thousand more is or less is not that critical, I would buy now. But I would expect the market will go down even further (4 years ago it was below 20K).

slowhip · 27 June 2022, 03:29 PM

I’m in a similar situation.

Found a 2008-2009 range 15300 good condition (faint scratch on bracelet) full box and papers for $33K USD. Given the current market uncertainty, wanted to get more opinions on this deal and whether it’s a good buy.

Thanks guys!

DJ4 · 27 June 2022, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by slowhip

I’m in a similar situation.

Found a 2008-2009 range 15300 good condition (faint scratch on bracelet) full box and papers for $33K USD. Given the current market uncertainty, wanted to get more opinions on this deal and whether it’s a good buy.

Thanks guys!

sounds like a solid buy for 33K full set

deuxani · 27 June 2022, 06:13 PM

Yeah in the current market that is a great deal. About 5k lower than the lowest I’ve seen.

CoveWatch · 29 June 2022, 03:29 AM

I don't think its a bad idea to pick those up currently, they're the best value if 39mm is what you want in todays market.

slowhip · 1 July 2022, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by CoveWatch

I don't think its a bad idea to pick those up currently, they're the best value if 39mm is what you want in todays market.

How about concerns over the current market downswing? Better to wait?

huncho · 1 July 2022, 11:23 AM

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How about concerns over the current market downswing? Better to wait?

no one can answer that but these are not only discontinued but in a size no longer available in non chronos (besides the jumbo) so the downside isn't gonna be as big as current production models

Roccio · 1 July 2022, 09:52 PM

Remember that 15300 in a good condition was sub 15k in 2019 pre-covid.
I'd personally not spurge on an expensive purchase right now especially since we are only starting to see some dealers struggle to make ends meet. It might not go down significantly but we're definitely facing a downward spiral.

scottywein · 3 July 2022, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Roccio

Remember that 15300 in a good condition was sub 15k in 2019 pre-covid.
I'd personally not spurge on an expensive purchase right now especially since we are only starting to see some dealers struggle to make ends meet. It might not go down significantly but we're definitely facing a downward spiral.

Agreed. While pricing is relative to all events, MSRP+Tax should be the standard. If you can get the watch you want at that price it's a good deal IMO.

TunaTuna · 3 July 2022, 02:18 PM

The price has plummeted, all markets are way down. This is when the smart people buy

VogelPhoenix · 3 July 2022, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by scottywein

Agreed. While pricing is relative to all events, MSRP+Tax should be the standard. If you can get the watch you want at that price it's a good deal IMO.

Not sure how helpful this is for a watch that has been discontinued for a decade?

huncho · 4 July 2022, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by VogelPhoenix

Not sure how helpful this is for a watch that has been discontinued for a decade?

+ a size only available for chronos and a watch that's legitimately impossible to get

agsstructures · 5 July 2022, 12:48 AM

If you can get a late h serial with the new clasp for a good price I would do it

APWhale · 5 July 2022, 02:53 AM

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If you can get a late h serial with the new clasp for a good price I would do it

This.

Token74 · 5 July 2022, 05:47 PM

It’s always a great time to buy a 15300. My favourite Royal Oak.

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RiRi · 5 July 2022, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by agsstructures

If you can get a late h serial with the new clasp for a good price I would do it

Does the newer clasp make such a big difference?

Vipes · 5 July 2022, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by RiRi

Does the newer clasp make such a big difference?

I prefer the older clasp. Thinner and more comfy than the newer one.

agsstructures · 6 July 2022, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by RiRi

Does the newer clasp make such a big difference?

Nope, just a preference as it’s the same clasp on the current Royal Oak line. Its just the latest H serial batch that has them which I personally prefer.

l_chissle · 6 July 2022, 04:30 AM

Anyone have any idea what the price of a black or blue one in decent condition is these days? Tempted..

agsstructures · 6 July 2022, 05:00 AM

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Anyone have any idea what the price of a black or blue one in decent condition is these days? Tempted..

Haven’t seen many black, a clean full set white seems to be in the mid/high 30’s. Blue seems to be mid/high 50’s.

Recaro18 · 10 July 2022, 01:49 AM

15300ST is my favorite Royal Oak. Perfect size and I think a better watch than the 15202ST because of the quickset date, locking crown and seconds hand. Always a good time to buy at a price you’re comfortable with.

prnceofpersia23 · 15 July 2022, 02:33 AM

Love the 15300. Almost bought a 2011 white dial for $40K a few days ago, but I balked.

While that's down from the highs, it kills me to know that these were available for $15K-20K just a couple years ago.

I think I'd feel better buying in the low to mid $30's.

25 June 2022, 07:47 AM	#1
BobtheBaby "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2022 Location: US Posts: 33	Good time to buy 15300 I am thinking of picking up a 15300. I know it is hard to predict this sort of thing, but do you all expect prices to drop much more? Obviously, this is not a watch I can just wait to get new. I found a good one, but I am not in any real rush, especially if prices on that model are likely to go lower. So really, I just wanted to gather more insight or opinions before I pull the trigger. Thank you for taking the time to read, and also to anyone who responds.

25 June 2022, 08:56 AM	#2
Benzsiam "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,009	I think the price can be a bit lower but if you plan to keep it for long long time and you can find mint condition with box and paper full set, go for it. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

5 July 2022, 05:47 PM	#19
Token74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Vince Location: England Watch: Too many! Posts: 5,744	It’s always a great time to buy a 15300. My favourite Royal Oak. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Time is limited, make every second count. Patek Philippe Nautilus 5990 - AP Royal Oak 15300 - AP Royal Oak 15450 Blue - AP Royal Oak 15450 Silver - AP Royal Oak Offshore 26480 - Royal Oak Offshore 15710 - Rolex Sea Dweller 116600 - Rolex Daytona 116519 - Rolex GMT 126710 BLRO - Omega Speedmaster Reduced - JLC Reverso GMT Moonphase - TAG Microtimer - Dent Pocket Watch - JLC Atmos Phases de lune

10 July 2022, 01:49 AM	#25
Recaro18 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: RiCkY Location: West Coast Watch: 16520 Posts: 12,730	15300ST is my favorite Royal Oak. Perfect size and I think a better watch than the 15202ST because of the quickset date, locking crown and seconds hand. Always a good time to buy at a price you’re comfortable with. __________________ Passion for Mechanical Timepieces! IG: @crown_in_oyster_case (Make sure you're dealing with me, Meta Verified with Blue check mark!) ~Connecting people through my passion, one timepiece at a time~

27 June 2022, 12:57 AM	#4
leisen "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Spain Posts: 250	In my opinion the 15300 is the best incarnation of the original Jumbo. The only problem may be the typical ailments of the 3120 mechanism. As for the price, it seems that are going down slightly lately, also not so much. So, if you can find one in good condition and at a reasonable price (around 40.000 EUR or so -blue dial more expensive, of course-) go ahead.

27 June 2022, 03:13 AM	#5
faimag "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: US, SG, DK, GR Watch: Reverso Posts: 3,089	The 15300 is also my favorite from the line-up. If you find the one you like now, and a few thousand more is or less is not that critical, I would buy now. But I would expect the market will go down even further (4 years ago it was below 20K).

27 June 2022, 03:29 PM	#6
slowhip "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: Tokyo Posts: 3	I’m in a similar situation. Found a 2008-2009 range 15300 good condition (faint scratch on bracelet) full box and papers for $33K USD. Given the current market uncertainty, wanted to get more opinions on this deal and whether it’s a good buy. Thanks guys!

27 June 2022, 06:13 PM	#8
deuxani "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 354	Yeah in the current market that is a great deal. About 5k lower than the lowest I’ve seen.

29 June 2022, 03:29 AM	#9
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	I don't think its a bad idea to pick those up currently, they're the best value if 39mm is what you want in todays market.

1 July 2022, 09:52 PM	#12
Roccio "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Home Posts: 80	Remember that 15300 in a good condition was sub 15k in 2019 pre-covid. I'd personally not spurge on an expensive purchase right now especially since we are only starting to see some dealers struggle to make ends meet. It might not go down significantly but we're definitely facing a downward spiral.

3 July 2022, 02:18 PM	#14
TunaTuna "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Merica Posts: 1,379	The price has plummeted, all markets are way down. This is when the smart people buy

5 July 2022, 12:48 AM	#17
agsstructures "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 2,426	If you can get a late h serial with the new clasp for a good price I would do it

6 July 2022, 04:30 AM	#23
l_chissle "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Chris Location: Germany Posts: 667	Anyone have any idea what the price of a black or blue one in decent condition is these days? Tempted..

15 July 2022, 02:33 AM	#26
prnceofpersia23 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: AZ, USA Watch: 116500LN Posts: 2,031	Love the 15300. Almost bought a 2011 white dial for $40K a few days ago, but I balked. While that's down from the highs, it kills me to know that these were available for $15K-20K just a couple years ago. I think I'd feel better buying in the low to mid $30's.

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