Making A Responsible Rolex Purchase

[Jimmy The Weasel]

OK, I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on my first Rolex but I'm trying to be as prudent as possible in the purchase.

My budget is about $2,000 for a somewhat recent (last ten years) two tone Datejust.

I have seen some out there that are for sale in that range but I was wondering how some of you bought your first pre-owned Rolex and what you would do differently (knowing what you know now) if you had to do it all over again.

I have learned to avoid places like Melrose Jewelers and their collection of Frankenjusts.

Thank you