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greg788 · 2 July 2010, 11:00 PM

Could I get some feedback on Howard Frum Jewelers in Chicago? I did a forum search and it appears they're a good dealer but none of it is very recent. They have a DJ I'm very interested in. Thanks!

nauticajoe · 2 July 2010, 11:26 PM

A member referred me to them when I was in the hunt for my SD. I contacted them; forgot the guy's name I was dealing with. Provided him w/ my name & number. He said he'll get back to me....never did.
Oh well, I've got my SD now, brand new from a reputable seller here.

Happy Hunting!

Speed · 2 July 2010, 11:50 PM

I went to that shop earlier in the week when I was visiting Chicago.

Some real characters in the shop.

Asked to see a 5513 without the white gold surrounds. Got a blank stare. After describing what I wanted, I got an Ohhhh...one without the chrome rings?

Watches are for the most part displayed in little plastic pouches. Feels sort of pawnshoppy...

Howard waited on me...nice guy.

They had a couple of new Daytonas but they were a tad spendy.

Also looked at some Steve McQueen Expys and an ancient Sub w/out crown guards...but it was way beyond my desire and means.

Sorry I cannot comment on their rep. They were nice enough to give me the name of a Vintage dealer in my city.

Mockingbird · 2 July 2010, 11:53 PM

C.D. Peacock in Chicago is one of the best ADs I've ever seen.... Ever. Check it out, they have a huge selection.

So yeah, I guess you can count that as a recommendation

tkc324 · 3 July 2010, 12:05 AM

I would only recommend Howard Frum, if you are looking for vintage or used piece. I don't think there are that many vintage or 2nd hand dealer in Chicago.... other then Turneau. And we all know just how great Turneau is...

I would suggest if you are looking at a brand new rolex... go to CD Peacock. I can refer someone if you want a name.

SSSS · 3 July 2010, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Mockingbird

C.D. Peacock in Chicago is one of the best ADs I've ever seen.... Ever. Check it out, they have a huge selection.

So yeah, I guess you can count that as a recommendation

Agree they have a pretty good selection, but they do very little discounting based on my recent experience. I heard they used to be very competitve in the past.

Speed · 3 July 2010, 12:47 AM

The OP was asking about Howard Frum...

Btw, I did see an older DJ - silver tapestry dial - in the display case.

2 July 2010, 11:00 PM	#1
greg788 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Arkansas Watch: 115200 Posts: 42	Howard Frum Jewelers ??? Could I get some feedback on Howard Frum Jewelers in Chicago? I did a forum search and it appears they're a good dealer but none of it is very recent. They have a DJ I'm very interested in. Thanks!

2 July 2010, 11:26 PM	#2
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	A member referred me to them when I was in the hunt for my SD. I contacted them; forgot the guy's name I was dealing with. Provided him w/ my name & number. He said he'll get back to me....never did. Oh well, I've got my SD now, brand new from a reputable seller here. Happy Hunting!

2 July 2010, 11:50 PM	#3
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	I went to that shop earlier in the week when I was visiting Chicago. Some real characters in the shop. Asked to see a 5513 without the white gold surrounds. Got a blank stare. After describing what I wanted, I got an Ohhhh...one without the chrome rings? Watches are for the most part displayed in little plastic pouches. Feels sort of pawnshoppy... Howard waited on me...nice guy. They had a couple of new Daytonas but they were a tad spendy. Also looked at some Steve McQueen Expys and an ancient Sub w/out crown guards...but it was way beyond my desire and means. Sorry I cannot comment on their rep. They were nice enough to give me the name of a Vintage dealer in my city.

2 July 2010, 11:53 PM	#4
Mockingbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: -- Posts: 2,097	C.D. Peacock in Chicago is one of the best ADs I've ever seen.... Ever. Check it out, they have a huge selection. So yeah, I guess you can count that as a recommendation

3 July 2010, 12:05 AM	#5
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	I would only recommend Howard Frum, if you are looking for vintage or used piece. I don't think there are that many vintage or 2nd hand dealer in Chicago.... other then Turneau. And we all know just how great Turneau is... I would suggest if you are looking at a brand new rolex... go to CD Peacock. I can refer someone if you want a name.

3 July 2010, 12:47 AM	#7
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	The OP was asking about Howard Frum... Btw, I did see an older DJ - silver tapestry dial - in the display case.

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