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Old 29 October 2016, 04:38 PM   #1
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Rolex GMT From Japanese Dealer?

Hi folks:
Thinking about this Rolex GMT Coke from Gallery Rare in Osaka? Anyone have any thoughts?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rolex-GMT-Ma...kAAOSwv9FXg0p~
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Old 29 October 2016, 08:59 PM   #2
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It appears to have a service dial.
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Old 29 October 2016, 10:01 PM   #3
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Yes, it has a service dial.
Nice shape for a mid-90's GMT.
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Old 29 October 2016, 10:38 PM   #4
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Looks ok, but that is not a great enough deal for me to consider purchasing from US to Japan.. For sale section here has some beauties for not much more money, but a ton more piece of mind
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Old 29 October 2016, 11:25 PM   #5
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Looks ok, but that is not a great enough deal for me to consider purchasing from US to Japan.. For sale section here has some beauties for not much more money, but a ton more piece of mind
Honestly, I'd have just as much peace of mind (if not more) buying a used Rolex from Japan. The used market over there is incredible and most Japanese sellers are quite meticulous in underrating their watches for sale. At least that has been my experience when buying in Tokyo.
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Old 30 October 2016, 12:39 AM   #6
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How can you tell it has a service dial
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Old 30 October 2016, 01:23 AM   #7
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It appears to have a service dial.
Excuse my ignorance. What is a service dial?

Edit... never mind. I googled it. This is from Member and moderator Mike from an old thread.....

"It's the term usually given to a genuine Rolex replacement dial. Usually occurs when the watch is serviced, but dials can be obtained through sources for installment for what ever reason."
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Old 30 October 2016, 02:23 AM   #8
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Honestly, I'd have just as much peace of mind (if not more) buying a used Rolex from Japan. The used market over there is incredible and most Japanese sellers are quite meticulous in underrating their watches for sale. At least that has been my experience when buying in Tokyo.
Not sure how anyone can "buy the seller" in another country, like they can here, on TRF.. That is all I meant...
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Old 30 October 2016, 02:38 AM   #9
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Thanks guys. The other extreme was to spend 6500 getting one with box and papers from Bobs. Anyone have a specific recommendation. What should price be?
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It appears to have a service dial.
Yes, dial is replaced.
Watch is genuine.
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If you like it buy it I think it's a great watch. I've personally purchased two watches from eBay Japan sellers I've never had a problem.
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Old 30 October 2016, 10:25 AM   #12
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Not sure how anyone can "buy the seller" in another country, like they can here, on TRF.. That is all I meant...
No, I agree with what you're getting at, I was just saying watches from Japan are usually as advertised and well cared for.
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Old 1 November 2016, 01:40 AM   #13
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Hi folks: can anyone offer advice on pricing for a Rolex GMT Coke circa 1980s-1990s? In decent condition with book/papers from reputable seller?
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