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30 January 2008, 05:26 PM
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Gmt 16700 R7507xx
Would a mint GMT Pepsi purchased from James M Dowling have extra value??
On buying the watch from Mr Dowling, he provided a heavy velum paper certification with a photo of the watch, model number , serial number and date of sale, endorsed as accurate by his signature. |
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30 January 2008, 05:28 PM
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Only if you find someone willing to pay a premium for it...
For me, no.
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30 January 2008, 05:31 PM
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James Dowling is a noted authority, collector, sometime poster here and other forums. But would it have extra value?
Doubtful. Perhaps the value would be in some peace of mind for yourself as the buyer, as he is a reputable vendor by all accounts although through no personal experience on my part. |
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30 January 2008, 06:05 PM
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I agree that it likely won't have more value than other GMT's of a similar age and condition.
If the value is to be affected, it is usually based more on the age, condition, and how original the watch was kept, i.e, no modifications were made to the parts and so forth. It would be based less on whoever owned it. 
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-Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial |
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30 January 2008, 06:22 PM
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Welcome to TRF!
 With a later re-sale, stating that the watch was bought from James Dowling would vouch for the authenticity of the watch, but otherwise I don't believe the "provenance" will add to the value of the watch.
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31 January 2008, 02:46 AM
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A Yeager Rolex would be something, though. |
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31 January 2008, 02:51 AM
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No matter where it is bought it will not enhance the value. Do not view it as an investment, just wear it and enjoy it. Who care's what it is worth in a few years time. JMHO
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31 January 2008, 04:45 AM
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If you have the original Rolex papers then you are fine.
The Dowling stuff is irrelevant really. If the watch does not have papers then a RSC service guarantee paper is the next best thing.
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