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jackwebb · 24 June 2012, 08:45 AM

I am almost positive this is a bad idea… I have wanted a blue 16613 for the last 3+ years and have had several dealers on the lookout for the past 6 months. A Breitling AD called me yesterday and had just received a 16613 (form 1999) on trade so I went down to have a look. I got there about 15 min before closing so didn’t have long to really go over it, but the bracelet was tight and it came with all links. I would say the condition of the watch was very good, however the diver extension will not stay locked in place. There are no service records so I have no idea when the last (if ever) service was, so my first act would be to send it to RCS Dallas. My dilemma is it has the non-SEL bracelet and they are asking $5400 plus the cost of service I would be in it approximately $6500. I think I should hold out for a newer non lughole model with SEL, but the temptation to have this beautiful watch is overwhelming. What do you guys think?

kilyung · 24 June 2012, 08:51 AM

I'd hold out. Lawrence and David have them listed for sale.

sleddog · 24 June 2012, 08:52 AM

Price is a little too high for that year of model Joe..
Hold out for a newer, gold through the clasp model!!

mjclark32 · 24 June 2012, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by sleddog

Price is a little too high for that year of model Joe..
Hold out for a newer, gold through the clasp model!!

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azguy · 24 June 2012, 09:19 AM

To high, to old

MortgageGuy · 24 June 2012, 09:21 AM

Price is definitely too high... Better condition and newer for less right here on TRF IMO

DCgator · 24 June 2012, 09:43 AM

Look in the FS section before deciding to pull the trigger.

Bangel · 24 June 2012, 08:54 AM

How much shopping around have you done already?

I would recommend you take your time and get something you're completely happy with.

z32turbo · 24 June 2012, 09:52 AM

Much better idea to wait a get a newer non lug hole piece.

Art 1 · 24 June 2012, 10:24 AM

Don't buy it. Lots and lots of those out there for sale.

Tan · 24 June 2012, 10:28 AM

Hold off on this purchase.

jackwebb · 24 June 2012, 10:36 AM

I knew it was a bad idea I just needed confirmation. I have a hard time buying online as I like to see it and inspect it thoroughly, but I know it’s probably the best way. I have seen several nearly perfect examples with all boxes and papers in the FS section. I guess the hunt will continue. Thanks guys.

RolexPete32 · 24 June 2012, 10:58 AM

High price.

Annan · 24 June 2012, 10:54 PM

You have already noted too many red flags.....wait for something brtter.

24 June 2012, 08:45 AM	#1
jackwebb "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: Louisville KY Watch: crazy Posts: 634	Talk me down before I make an impulse purchase. I am almost positive this is a bad idea… I have wanted a blue 16613 for the last 3+ years and have had several dealers on the lookout for the past 6 months. A Breitling AD called me yesterday and had just received a 16613 (form 1999) on trade so I went down to have a look. I got there about 15 min before closing so didn’t have long to really go over it, but the bracelet was tight and it came with all links. I would say the condition of the watch was very good, however the diver extension will not stay locked in place. There are no service records so I have no idea when the last (if ever) service was, so my first act would be to send it to RCS Dallas. My dilemma is it has the non-SEL bracelet and they are asking $5400 plus the cost of service I would be in it approximately $6500. I think I should hold out for a newer non lughole model with SEL, but the temptation to have this beautiful watch is overwhelming. What do you guys think? __________________ Instagram is jackw3bb https://www.instagram.com/jackw3bb/

24 June 2012, 08:52 AM	#3
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Price is a little too high for that year of model Joe.. Hold out for a newer, gold through the clasp model!! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

24 June 2012, 09:21 AM	#6
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Price is definitely too high... Better condition and newer for less right here on TRF IMO __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

24 June 2012, 09:52 AM	#9
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	Much better idea to wait a get a newer non lug hole piece. __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

24 June 2012, 10:36 AM	#12
jackwebb "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: Louisville KY Watch: crazy Posts: 634	I knew it was a bad idea I just needed confirmation. I have a hard time buying online as I like to see it and inspect it thoroughly, but I know it’s probably the best way. I have seen several nearly perfect examples with all boxes and papers in the FS section. I guess the hunt will continue. Thanks guys. __________________ Instagram is jackw3bb https://www.instagram.com/jackw3bb/

24 June 2012, 08:51 AM	#2
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	I'd hold out. Lawrence and David have them listed for sale.

24 June 2012, 09:19 AM	#5
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	To high, to old

24 June 2012, 09:43 AM	#7
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	Look in the FS section before deciding to pull the trigger.

24 June 2012, 08:54 AM	#8
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	How much shopping around have you done already? I would recommend you take your time and get something you're completely happy with.

24 June 2012, 10:24 AM	#10
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Don't buy it. Lots and lots of those out there for sale.

24 June 2012, 10:28 AM	#11
Tan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Canada Watch: PP 5320G Posts: 1,259	Hold off on this purchase.

24 June 2012, 10:58 AM	#13
RolexPete32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Peter Location: Canada Watch: You know... Rolex Posts: 1,520	High price.

24 June 2012, 10:54 PM	#14
Annan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ron Location: Arizona, USA Watch: 116233 Posts: 3,180	You have already noted too many red flags.....wait for something brtter.

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