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Moverman1 · 26 July 2020, 11:52 PM

New to the forum and came here for advice from the experts. I'm looking to buy a pre-owned datejust. 36mm, steel/18K fluted bezel, jubelle band, with preferable white dial. It's important the watch is authentic in and out since it will be an appreciating heirloom. After researching the best solution seems to be a private owner sale/purchase but that's unlikely.
The online stores are subject. I could go that route then authenticate with a jeweler but reviews say it's tough to return. Bob's Watches looks to have the only and best authenticity guarentee. Any suggestions are appreciated including biting the bullet and buying new.

Tools · 27 July 2020, 04:17 AM

Purchasing pre-owned requires your own due-diligence.

There is no on-line seller that can absolutely guaranty a watch inside and outside as you desire, nor will any jewelry store.

If you want a watch that is entirely Rolex, buy the one you like within your best judgement, then send it in for a complete Rolex service at a Service Center. They will replace aftermarket parts, including in the movement.

Moverman1 · 27 July 2020, 08:47 AM

Thanks for the feedback. I considering purchasing pre-owned and then sending to Rolex for service. In the end it will probably cost almost as much as buying new. Thanks again.

Nikrnic · 27 July 2020, 09:00 AM

Your right about that. New is usually the best option. If you do also try on a DJ41 just for size as it is actually 39.8 mm by my measurements, some say 39.5. Happy Choosing!!

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Psmith · 27 July 2020, 10:58 AM

Welcome

NLM · 27 July 2020, 12:06 PM

Welcome. Go new if possible.

rmagoo57 · 27 July 2020, 05:31 PM

I recently bought a used GMT from a member here. A little scary wiring money to a stranger but I'm please with the watch! Keep your eye on the classified section here - daily if you can to get a feel for what's available and current market prices. I looked at many, many ads/watches for months before I pulled the trigger. Swiss Watch Expo seems to have a lot of inventory so you might want to look there as well. Enjoy the hunt!

1William · 27 July 2020, 09:38 PM

Just buy new and save yourself a lot of difficulties.

Audemars Piguet · 28 July 2020, 02:41 AM

Welcome

Allanmodel · 29 July 2020, 11:42 AM

Welcome to TRF~~

synrrgy · 31 July 2020, 09:06 AM

Have you tried reaching out to a few of the grey dealers on here? They can probably help you. Welcome to the forum btw!

RJG · 31 July 2020, 09:54 AM

I bought my Tudor straight off chrono24.com - funds held in an escrow account - until I received the watch.

Very simple. Very straightforward. Chrono 24 is - in my opinion - serious about being a respected platform for authentic watch business transactions.

They verified their dealers, payment is via PayPal or Credit card, or a wire transfer, shipment was insured and sent Fed Ex overnight, authenticity guarantee, and easy process for any returns.

It was a whole bag of win, win, win for me. The watch is flawless. Several hundred dollars less than crown&caliber. I'd use them again for sure. Something you should consider.

sdsubguy · 20 August 2020, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

If you want a watch that is entirely Rolex, buy the one you like within your best judgement, then send it in for a complete Rolex service at a Service Center. They will replace aftermarket parts, including in the movement.

Thanks, this is great info for someone who is going to have to buy a Sub on the grey / after market.

26 July 2020, 11:52 PM	#1
Moverman1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Georgia Posts: 3	Purchasing Pre-owned? New to the forum and came here for advice from the experts. I'm looking to buy a pre-owned datejust. 36mm, steel/18K fluted bezel, jubelle band, with preferable white dial. It's important the watch is authentic in and out since it will be an appreciating heirloom. After researching the best solution seems to be a private owner sale/purchase but that's unlikely. The online stores are subject. I could go that route then authenticate with a jeweler but reviews say it's tough to return. Bob's Watches looks to have the only and best authenticity guarentee. Any suggestions are appreciated including biting the bullet and buying new.

27 July 2020, 04:17 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,516	Purchasing pre-owned requires your own due-diligence. There is no on-line seller that can absolutely guaranty a watch inside and outside as you desire, nor will any jewelry store. If you want a watch that is entirely Rolex, buy the one you like within your best judgement, then send it in for a complete Rolex service at a Service Center. They will replace aftermarket parts, including in the movement. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

27 July 2020, 10:58 AM	#5
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Welcome __________________

27 July 2020, 08:47 AM	#3
Moverman1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Georgia Posts: 3	Thanks for the feedback. I considering purchasing pre-owned and then sending to Rolex for service. In the end it will probably cost almost as much as buying new. Thanks again.

27 July 2020, 09:00 AM	#4
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	Your right about that. New is usually the best option. If you do also try on a DJ41 just for size as it is actually 39.8 mm by my measurements, some say 39.5. Happy Choosing!! Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk

27 July 2020, 12:06 PM	#6
NLM "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Watch: See Avatar Posts: 55	Welcome. Go new if possible.

27 July 2020, 05:31 PM	#7
rmagoo57 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Ron Location: Detroitish Watch: GMT II/Sub/Exp II Posts: 2,561	I recently bought a used GMT from a member here. A little scary wiring money to a stranger but I'm please with the watch! Keep your eye on the classified section here - daily if you can to get a feel for what's available and current market prices. I looked at many, many ads/watches for months before I pulled the trigger. Swiss Watch Expo seems to have a lot of inventory so you might want to look there as well. Enjoy the hunt!

27 July 2020, 09:38 PM	#8
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,801	Just buy new and save yourself a lot of difficulties.

28 July 2020, 02:41 AM	#9
Audemars Piguet "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Alex Location: Europe Watch: AP Posts: 5,252	Welcome

29 July 2020, 11:42 AM	#10
Allanmodel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Allan Location: Little Red Dot Watch: Still Looking....! Posts: 3,899	Welcome to TRF~~

31 July 2020, 09:06 AM	#11
synrrgy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: California Posts: 1,472	Have you tried reaching out to a few of the grey dealers on here? They can probably help you. Welcome to the forum btw!

31 July 2020, 09:54 AM	#12
RJG "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: Jim Location: Seattle Watch: 116610LN Posts: 404	I bought my Tudor straight off chrono24.com - funds held in an escrow account - until I received the watch. Very simple. Very straightforward. Chrono 24 is - in my opinion - serious about being a respected platform for authentic watch business transactions. They verified their dealers, payment is via PayPal or Credit card, or a wire transfer, shipment was insured and sent Fed Ex overnight, authenticity guarantee, and easy process for any returns. It was a whole bag of win, win, win for me. The watch is flawless. Several hundred dollars less than crown&caliber. I'd use them again for sure. Something you should consider.

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