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CryptoMan · 17 October 2022, 03:25 AM

I bought a Rolex 116600 with papers, described as excellent condition, on eBay this past week at a great price.

It was listed for $14,000+, and with my best offer, I got it for $12,800.

Everything went smoothly with the transaction, and the watch was shipped right away from Japan.

Yesterday afternoon, I got a call from the eBay Authenticator in Ohio, which informed me that the watch I bought had a bent bezel and would not click on a particular spot. It was not declared in the listing.

I was given the option to return the watch or keep it. I opted to return the watch since I’m not sure what else the seller did not disclose.

If I keep the watch, I have no idea how much it would cost to fix it.

I was so excited to finally get the Rolex 116600 and add it to my collection, but I was disappointed with the news.

I guess I need to look out for another copy in the coming months.

Attached is the picture that the eBay authenticator sent me.

Kudos to them for catching the flaw in the watch.

Could you kindly share if you have a similar experience buying on eBay with an authentication guarantee?

Did I make the right decision?

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trackingtime · 17 October 2022, 03:33 AM

probably 1k odd to fix it.

CryptoMan · 17 October 2022, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by trackingtime

probably 1k odd to fix it.

Thanks!!

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Roger Lococco · 17 October 2022, 05:08 AM

Without any doubt at all, you were smart to send it back.

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CryptoMan · 17 October 2022, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Roger Lococco

Without any doubt at all, you were smart to send it back.

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I guess it’s still true to buy from a reputable dealer. Thanks!

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omar10213245 · 21 April 2023, 01:58 PM

surprising, as my experience with sellers out of Japan is that they're very upfront with a watch's condition, to the point that they might list "deficiencies" that aren't really even all that noticeable/present

1William · 21 April 2023, 09:37 PM

There are plenty of watches that are correct and as listed. You were smart to send it back. Good luck on the hunt for another.

17 October 2022, 03:25 AM	#1
CryptoMan "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Annod Location: USA Watch: Kermit Posts: 413	Incoming Rolex Sea-Dweller 116600, so I thought! I bought a Rolex 116600 with papers, described as excellent condition, on eBay this past week at a great price. It was listed for $14,000+, and with my best offer, I got it for $12,800. Everything went smoothly with the transaction, and the watch was shipped right away from Japan. Yesterday afternoon, I got a call from the eBay Authenticator in Ohio, which informed me that the watch I bought had a bent bezel and would not click on a particular spot. It was not declared in the listing. I was given the option to return the watch or keep it. I opted to return the watch since I’m not sure what else the seller did not disclose. If I keep the watch, I have no idea how much it would cost to fix it. I was so excited to finally get the Rolex 116600 and add it to my collection, but I was disappointed with the news. I guess I need to look out for another copy in the coming months. Attached is the picture that the eBay authenticator sent me. Kudos to them for catching the flaw in the watch. Could you kindly share if you have a similar experience buying on eBay with an authentication guarantee? Did I make the right decision? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

17 October 2022, 05:08 AM	#4
Roger Lococco "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Roger Lococco Location: Asia Watch: 126719BLRO Pepsi Posts: 2,980	Without any doubt at all, you were smart to send it back. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116500 Daytona White Dial 126710BLNR GMT II 126719BLRO Blue Dial Pepsi GMT II

17 October 2022, 03:33 AM	#2
trackingtime 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Asia Watch: Audemars Piguet RO Posts: 2,769	probably 1k odd to fix it.

21 April 2023, 01:58 PM	#6
omar10213245 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Real Name: Omar Location: somewhere Watch: 126515LN (sundust) Posts: 1,309	surprising, as my experience with sellers out of Japan is that they're very upfront with a watch's condition, to the point that they might list "deficiencies" that aren't really even all that noticeable/present

21 April 2023, 09:37 PM	#7
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,759	There are plenty of watches that are correct and as listed. You were smart to send it back. Good luck on the hunt for another.

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