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8 June 2013, 06:48 AM | #31 |
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8 June 2013, 07:22 AM | #32 |
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I see a couple on eBay for 47k. I'm sure you can talk them down less than 10%. Otherwise, PM me and I know a guy in NYC who should be able to get it for you in a week or two.
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8 June 2013, 07:50 AM | #33 |
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I think you can get a BNIB for $40K from a trusted seller.
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9 June 2013, 01:58 PM | #34 |
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Saw a new one at the boutique in Bal Harbour a few weeks ago... but you're not looking at much of a discount there.
Long waiting list for this piece in the Toronto area. My AD bought it up from South America and got it for about 10% off. Worked for me because I was considering purchasing even at the former $60K+ price :) |
9 June 2013, 02:24 PM | #35 |
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No .. Not the way to spend your 40K ;)
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9 June 2013, 10:08 PM | #36 | |
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EDIT: hmm, correction, a bunch of rubbing has removed the mark. So whatever it was I hit left itself on the bezel rather than marring it. Some grey market guys advertise prices around $40k but nobody ever seems to have them in stock. So I'd take it at this price, you can always replace the bezel if you're really worried about it. |
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10 June 2013, 03:30 AM | #37 |
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Also I will confirm that it's extremely difficult to get one. Mine took many emails to various countries and physical searching in a few cities.
I got a lot of promises of getting access to the next one they see / try again in a month but only ever saw one I could get, so I got it. |
10 June 2013, 09:53 AM | #38 |
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Update :
Thanks Guys, I have bit the bullet and negotiated a price of 36K using the nick as a bargaining chip. Pun intended. The watch is in great shape and has a date of 2012 so still under warranty. If I do want to replace the bezel, which I don't think I will I am still at $38500, which is good in my book. Will receive the watch Tuesday and will post pics at once. Thanks to all for taking the time & saving me 4K. I love TRF !
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10 June 2013, 10:33 AM | #39 |
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I wouldn't buy it damaged like that, not even for 30% off retail...
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10 June 2013, 02:06 PM | #40 |
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10 June 2013, 02:35 PM | #41 |
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Sam, as you've already taken the plunge, I hope it all works out fine. I'd be inclined to send it in to AP to obviously replace the bezel but more importantly to have the movement checked out to ensure no damage has been done there as well. A little peace of mind for you.
Congrats! I sold mine recently, and regret it! |
10 June 2013, 04:20 PM | #42 |
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Just wondering, if a concussion that is strong enough to cause the nick on the bezel, actually has already damaged the movement. Will AP still be responsible to service it even under warranty? Because the nick/ding on the bezel can be used as an evidence that the watch has suffered a collision of some sort.
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10 June 2013, 07:15 PM | #43 |
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10 June 2013, 09:44 PM | #44 |
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Saving a few bucks wouldn't be worth buying a watch that was subjected to a force intense enough to chip the bezel, IMO. Who knows what potential issues could crop up years down the road. The watch is damaged goods... Plus, the AD strikes me as creepy, selling it at that price with that kind of damage, but that is a separate issue...
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10 June 2013, 09:46 PM | #45 | |
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10 June 2013, 11:33 PM | #46 |
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If the watch goes in and the movement is damaged it will not be covered by warranty. The bezel will be subjected to scrutiny and they will deem it dropped or cause of physical damage, I say wear it as is and that's it. Don't send it to AP.
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12 June 2013, 10:02 AM | #47 |
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Thanks to eveyone for taking the time. Am greatly indebted.
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12 June 2013, 10:06 AM | #48 |
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Love RG 44mm. Great watch--enjoy!!
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12 June 2013, 10:26 AM | #49 |
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Thanks Paul ! Love ur FC 44
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12 June 2013, 10:30 AM | #50 | |
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12 June 2013, 11:26 AM | #51 | |
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Sam pass on that, I've seen on eBay some for 42-43 Btw ran into guess who Sat, did you say Rick? Yea haaaa Well he was picking up rbii and committed to someone else to sell it Anyway now be wants to sell me his legacy still waiting for a response You were right ................. Hope all is well bro |
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