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watchenthusiast6 · 28 July 2016, 02:27 PM

Just wanted to share my experience of making a deal through TRF watch dealers. Last week I posted up my 16710 GMT Coke for sale or trade. SohAIS actually DM me if I was open to trade. To make a longggg story short, pretty much made a deal that I would trade my 16710 and two other bezel inserts plus cash on my end for the new ceramic 114060 but the catch was I would have to ship my watch first and once everything checks out by checking authenticity etc he then would ship the 114060 overnight to me. This is probably one of the hardest decision I had to make in my watch collecting days. This is the first time that I ever trusted a stranger that much with thousands of dollars at stake. I was thinking of the worst that what if this happens. But one thing that really made me feel good are his references that he has dealt with. So I took the plunge, ship out the watch Saturday morning, he received the watch Tuesday afternoon. Got a text from him that all is good and he will be shipping the watch overnight that same day. Today Wednesday here I am sharing my experience with you guys who are in the same boat as me. With all the scams happening in this world especially these high value material things, there are still honest people that is very trustworthy. I just want to thank "SohAIS" for making this process easy, this wasn't easy for me to do but he made it all better. For sure you have another customer in your books for the next time piece

For all your time piece needs SohAIS is your guy!

rmlovett1 · 28 July 2016, 02:30 PM

Congrats! Great piece!!

franzy · 28 July 2016, 02:39 PM

Nice. Congratulations and glad the deal worked out well for you. Enjoy your new Sub.

B.B.B. · 28 July 2016, 02:58 PM

Congratulations

sensui · 28 July 2016, 03:53 PM

That must have been a tough trade....not one I would have made. But Sohail is a good guy and I'm glad everything worked out as expected. Enjoy the new 114060!

SemperFi · 28 July 2016, 03:57 PM

Congratulations!

watchenthusiast6 · 28 July 2016, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by sensui

That must have been a tough trade....not one I would have made. But Sohail is a good guy and I'm glad everything worked out as expected. Enjoy the new 114060!

It was a tough trade considering I was trading 16710 with extra pepsi and all black bezel. But what made me go over the hump is the fact that I have the BLNR already in my collection. Plus Sohail gave me an offer it was hard to refuse.

Amex4711 · 28 July 2016, 03:59 PM

congrats

Danny83 · 28 July 2016, 04:33 PM

Congrats

Muzz · 28 July 2016, 04:40 PM

Congratulations!!!! Beautiful Sub!!!

Perpetual888 · 28 July 2016, 05:18 PM

Congrats... Enjoy your new Sub!

HL65 · 28 July 2016, 08:26 PM

Nice...congrats!

1William · 28 July 2016, 08:28 PM

Congratulations.

RMC12 · 28 July 2016, 08:34 PM

Congrats on an absolute classic!!

mtgjr · 28 July 2016, 09:44 PM

Seems like a better trade for SohAIS, especially with money going his way. But if you're happy with the result, that's what matters. Congrats on the new Sub!

travisb · 28 July 2016, 09:49 PM

Great watch from a great guy!

ptxl · 28 July 2016, 09:51 PM

nice one

mjclark32 · 28 July 2016, 09:52 PM

Glad you had a smooth deal, congrats!

Scream · 28 July 2016, 10:01 PM

Woohoo! Congrats :)

japenney · 28 July 2016, 10:35 PM

Congrats. Yes a straight trade with a private member might have been fair but I know the person he sold to is wholesale so he has to make a bit of money. Although the 16710 is a hot watch and would have been easy to sell privately. But if you were looking for a fast and safe transaction you found a good guy. Congrats again.

Mfrankel2 · 28 July 2016, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by japenney

Congrats. Yes a straight trade with a private member might have been fair but I know the person he sold to is wholesale so he has to make a bit of money. Although the 16710 is a hot watch and would have been easy to sell privately. But if you were looking for a fast and safe transaction you found a good guy. Congrats again.

This. And, also worth noting we don't know if 16710 was a full set nor what year and it's full condition. There's also shipping both ways (Likely Sohail sent labels/paid for both)and the fact that he's entitled to make a few $$ as this is what he does for a living.

Not sure why one would make an erroneous unsolicited statement that serves no positive purpose?

OP, congrats, you have a beautiful sub and more importantly have discovered a new outlet for buying and selling that will undoubtedly open up ways to enjoy this hobby even more

watchenthusiast6 · 28 July 2016, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Mfrankel2

This. And, also worth noting we don't know if 16710 was a full set nor what year and it's full condition. There's also shipping both ways (Likely Sohail sent labels/paid for both)and the fact that he's entitled to make a few $$ as this is what he does for a living.

Not sure why one would make an erroneous unsolicited statement that serves no positive purpose?

OP, congrats, you have a beautiful sub and more importantly have discovered a new outlet for buying and selling that will undoubtedly open up ways to enjoy this hobby even more

The watch I traded was a no holes case F serial number with no box or papers. However I did have two other bezel inserts that came with the watch. "Pepsi and All Black bezel insert" as far as shipping goes SohAIS sent me 2 day fully insured shipping label for me to send the watch. On his end he overnight the sub. It was a smooth transaction. I knew he has to make money but the offer he gave me is pretty fair imo.

Mfrankel2 · 28 July 2016, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by watchenthusiast6

The watch I traded was a no holes case F serial number with no box or papers. However I did have two other bezel inserts that came with the watch. "Pepsi and All Black bezel insert" as far as shipping goes SohAIS sent me 2 day fully insured shipping label for me to send the watch. On his end he overnight the sub. It was a smooth transaction. I knew he has to make money but the offer he gave me is pretty fair imo.

I have done similar transactions with several trusted sellers here (including Sohail) as well so certainly in my opinion you did fine. Likely you (and I) could fare a bit better by selling our pieces directly to the end user but there's quite a bit more time, energy and even risk in going that route. Been several threads here relating to uncomfortable situations caused by irrational buyers. The better trusted sellers here make a small profit but, from my experiences with a few of them, they work hard to earn it and provide good value.

Once again, congratulations on your new watch and enjoy!

watchenthusiast6 · 28 July 2016, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by japenney

Congrats. Yes a straight trade with a private member might have been fair but I know the person he sold to is wholesale so he has to make a bit of money. Although the 16710 is a hot watch and would have been easy to sell privately. But if you were looking for a fast and safe transaction you found a good guy. Congrats again.

I did get a very good offer from SohAIS. It was a tough decision for me since I know the Pre ceramic GMT shot through the roof. The watch I had was only the watch with two other bezels. I didn't have box or papers. Also since I already have the BLNR it was a easy decision for me. Overall both sides are happy

Gotgolf52 · 29 July 2016, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchenthusiast6

I did get a very good offer from SohAIS. It was a tough decision for me since I know the Pre ceramic GMT shot through the roof. The watch I had was only the watch with two other bezels. I didn't have box or papers. Also since I already have the BLNR it was a easy decision for me. Overall both sides are happy

Key word "both side are happy". Congrats.

Psmith · 28 July 2016, 10:37 PM

Congrats

cop414 · 28 July 2016, 10:57 PM

Congratulations, great looking Submariner!

Trouble15 · 28 July 2016, 11:30 PM

Congrats!!

ernie2 · 28 July 2016, 11:32 PM

Sohais is the man. I did a similar trade with him which I had to send over my watches first. My wife though I was insane shipping out thousands of dollars worth of watches to a complete stranger.

But I realize to get the amount of feedback and street cred like Sohais is not easy on this forum.

watchenthusiast6 · 28 July 2016, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ernie2

Sohais is the man. I did a similar trade with him which I had to send over my watches first. My wife though I was insane shipping out thousands of dollars worth of watches to a complete stranger.

But I realize to get the amount of feedback and street cred like Sohais is not easy on this forum.

My wife, brothers and friends said I am crazy for doing this. But hey it all worked out smoothly in the end. I have no regrets.

28 July 2016, 02:27 PM	#1
watchenthusiast6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rolex Yachtmaster Posts: 97	New Rolex Came! Just wanted to share my experience of making a deal through TRF watch dealers. Last week I posted up my 16710 GMT Coke for sale or trade. SohAIS actually DM me if I was open to trade. To make a longggg story short, pretty much made a deal that I would trade my 16710 and two other bezel inserts plus cash on my end for the new ceramic 114060 but the catch was I would have to ship my watch first and once everything checks out by checking authenticity etc he then would ship the 114060 overnight to me. This is probably one of the hardest decision I had to make in my watch collecting days. This is the first time that I ever trusted a stranger that much with thousands of dollars at stake. I was thinking of the worst that what if this happens. But one thing that really made me feel good are his references that he has dealt with. So I took the plunge, ship out the watch Saturday morning, he received the watch Tuesday afternoon. Got a text from him that all is good and he will be shipping the watch overnight that same day. Today Wednesday here I am sharing my experience with you guys who are in the same boat as me. With all the scams happening in this world especially these high value material things, there are still honest people that is very trustworthy. I just want to thank "SohAIS" for making this process easy, this wasn't easy for me to do but he made it all better. For sure you have another customer in your books for the next time piece For all your time piece needs SohAIS is your guy! Attached Images

28 July 2016, 08:26 PM	#12
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Nice...congrats! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

28 July 2016, 09:52 PM	#18
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Glad you had a smooth deal, congrats! __________________

28 July 2016, 10:01 PM	#19
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28 July 2016, 10:37 PM	#26
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28 July 2016, 02:30 PM	#2
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	Congrats! Great piece!!

28 July 2016, 02:39 PM	#3
franzy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Tom Location: USA Posts: 1,264	Nice. Congratulations and glad the deal worked out well for you. Enjoy your new Sub.

28 July 2016, 02:58 PM	#4
B.B.B. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Emmanuel Location: California, USA Watch: submariner lv m Posts: 764	Congratulations

28 July 2016, 03:53 PM	#5
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	That must have been a tough trade....not one I would have made. But Sohail is a good guy and I'm glad everything worked out as expected. Enjoy the new 114060!

28 July 2016, 03:57 PM	#6
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Congratulations!

28 July 2016, 03:59 PM	#8
Amex4711 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Thomas Location: Germany Watch: yes of course Posts: 1,889	congrats

28 July 2016, 04:33 PM	#9
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,312	Congrats

28 July 2016, 04:40 PM	#10
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	Congratulations!!!! Beautiful Sub!!!

28 July 2016, 05:18 PM	#11
Perpetual888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Stephen Location: Pacific NW GMT-7 Watch: Explorer II Polar Posts: 76	Congrats... Enjoy your new Sub!

28 July 2016, 08:28 PM	#13
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	Congratulations.

28 July 2016, 08:34 PM	#14
RMC12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Watch: Smurf/Hulk/1680 Posts: 2,920	Congrats on an absolute classic!!

28 July 2016, 09:44 PM	#15
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	Seems like a better trade for SohAIS, especially with money going his way. But if you're happy with the result, that's what matters. Congrats on the new Sub!

28 July 2016, 09:49 PM	#16
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	Great watch from a great guy!

28 July 2016, 09:51 PM	#17
ptxl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Amsterdam&Milano Posts: 237	nice one

28 July 2016, 10:35 PM	#20
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Congrats. Yes a straight trade with a private member might have been fair but I know the person he sold to is wholesale so he has to make a bit of money. Although the 16710 is a hot watch and would have been easy to sell privately. But if you were looking for a fast and safe transaction you found a good guy. Congrats again.

28 July 2016, 10:57 PM	#27
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,234	Congratulations, great looking Submariner! __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

28 July 2016, 11:30 PM	#28
Trouble15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: USA Watch: A few Posts: 8,883	Congrats!!

28 July 2016, 11:32 PM	#29
ernie2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Arnold Location: New York Watch: SD4K+BLNR Posts: 849	Sohais is the man. I did a similar trade with him which I had to send over my watches first. My wife though I was insane shipping out thousands of dollars worth of watches to a complete stranger. But I realize to get the amount of feedback and street cred like Sohais is not easy on this forum.

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