TT - Why are they unwanted on the secondary market?

[tripleC]

Originally Posted by Puffy

it's funny cos it's true!!

http://youtu.be/8DYje57V_BY

Lolllolololol

[Aggiez28]

I like TT. I have a TT sub, GMT, & YM. I have a gold wedding band and class ring so it goes well with those.

[steebee2]

TT rocks!!!

[Paladin]

I am sure it's been said before, but I think one of the major reasons for the depreciation of the two tone and solid gold Rolex watches is as follows:

Faster wear and tear/stretch on TT and solid gold over SS bracelets, particularly the two tone jubilee bracelets, result in the need for bracelet replacement Sooner and at a significant cost over an all SS bracelet. In short, buying a TT or solid gold watch that has been worn and it's bracelet stretched to the point there is very little service life left means it has to sell at a big enough discount off its true secondary market FMV to offset that bracelet replacement issue. A replacement two tone oyster bracelet for a GMT 1675/16753/16713 is currently retailing at the Rolex AD for $2750 plus tax.

[wantonebad]

This thread... #epicfail

[petee1997]

I am not so sure that the TT Sub depreciates any faster than the SS. when you factor in the much larger discount. In my case I bought my BNIB 116613LB at 25% discount for a net price of $9,060.00 plus tax. That was $3,020.00 discount. I don't know if buying two watches at the same time influenced the amount of discount. I bought my wife a Pearlmaster also. I did not price the SS Sub but from what I have read here, the SS are not dicounted as much.
In my case it's all irrelevant because I am a one watch guy and do not trade, sell or collect. I was simply looking for the best price. I may not have gotten the best possible deal but I don't think I left much money on the table.

[HDHNTER]

I don't think depreciation concerns are much of a factor on the secondary market...the original owner takes the big hit. In my opinion it's just the flashy look that's not as popular. The TT Blue Sub was my first, loved it for several years but eventually I grew tired of the bling... especially as the economy nose-dived. TT = LOUD

[rr-nyc]

I don't like the look of anything two tone as it all looks dated. It has to be one color for me and for now, its SS. I have considered rose gold but haven't found one that really makes me want to spend that kind of money on it

[oneillba]

I for one like the TT.

[Dr.]

someone wants to buy a used rolex can't afored a new one.

[outtatime]

Originally Posted by Dr.

someone wants to buy a used rolex can't afored a new one.

Finally, we have our answer, folks!

[jacobl@]

Originally Posted by Dr.

someone wants to buy a used rolex can't afored a new one.

Oh shnap! I always thought the answer was 42...

[chicfarmer1]

Originally Posted by jacobl@

Oh shnap! I always thought the answer was 42...

You were correct, no worries.

[Andelain]

Originally Posted by Dr.

someone wants to buy a used rolex can't afored a new one.

It may not have occured to you that some of us prefer older models. Or has Rolex started making this one again?

[Paladin]

Originally Posted by Dr.

someone wants to buy a used rolex can't afored a new one.

You don't say Dr.? I hope you are not a medical doctor Now at least we all know what you want to wear a Rolex.


By the way, your little "gem" of a statement should correctly look like this;

"Someone who wants to buy a used Rolex cant afford a new one"

[00Seven]

Originally Posted by Dr.

someone wants to buy a used rolex can't afored a new one.

"afored"?

Really?

[Micha]

Originally Posted by Dr.

someone wants to buy a used rolex can't afored a new one.

[HDHNTER]

Originally Posted by Dr.

someone wants to buy a used rolex can't afored a new one.

[DJJon]

Just a thought - maybe those of us who buy on the secondary market do so because we value a solid used watch for a fair price - the opposite of a buyer who walks out of an AD with a new TT but $10K+ lighter in the wallet. Therefore maybe TT's are more for original buyers and value-conscious guys who lean towards the secondary market favor SS.

[flyinbrian]

TT are so unwanted I just received one in the mail today, wish I would of read this thread before

[Andelain]

Originally Posted by flyinbrian

TT are so unwanted I just received one in the mail today, wish I would of read this thread before

For shame, for shame....

I'm waiting on yet another TT, this time a GMT II. When will I ever learn?

[jdc]

Originally Posted by flyinbrian

TT are so unwanted I just received one in the mail today, wish I would of read this thread before

Blimey and all I get is junk mail

[flyinbrian]

Originally Posted by jdc

Blimey and all I get is junk mail

Here was my junk mail

I can feel it depreciate as I wear it

Simply love it and still love my SS GMT IIC.

[4therightcause]

I love TT models and I am 31 got my first TT blue face sub at 22 so whoever made the "only people over 60 wear them comment" is mis-informed.

[Paladin]

I think two tone is an excellent effort by Rolex to "dress up" the sport watch, particularly for the person who has just one watch that is worn at all times. I think this was the case years ago, particularly in the 60's, 70's, when a gentleman had one nice watch for all occasions versus today's more flexible multiple watch approach, especially with us WIS's here on TRF.

I love my two tone Rolex watches that combine the more formal TT look with the rugged durability of the SS oyster sport case.

I am happy to give any unwanted or unappreciated two tone Rolex watches a safe, loving And nurturing home.

[sprtrlx]

back before gold skyrocketed you could buy a tutone daytona on the secondary market cheaper than stainless.also gold watches werent much more than an overinflated stainless watch.im fortunate enough to own several rolexes and one of my favorites is a tutone daytona slate face.i get more compliments on this watch then my ss daytona.as far as a solid gold white or yellow,mho is they are great.i think you will see the younger crowd comming back to gold in the near future.

[rollerball]

I find some TT Rolex sports model are just nicer than the SS version. For example, TT GMTII, TT Daytona. These models, unlike the sub, exp ll, Milgauss are not really tool watches. They more of functional dress watches. For example, the GMT more suitable for travelling businessman or a pilot, hence a little gold adds a little prestige to the watch yet at the same time comes with a stronger SS case (than Gold case). I don't think all TT Rolexes are unwanted, just some of them can be quite sought after. Price difference is usually dependent on the condition of the watch.

Anyway, I got the TT version of the GMTIIC eventually. What's make me decide to is when I saw a someone wearing a PANIS no logo GMT. It looks excatly the same as the real thing!! Except it does not comes with the Rolex Logo.

[otree-1]

Is it not an individuals tastes that counts? Some people like TT and some people like SS. IMHO, it is what works for that individual. A TT watch is not purchased for what you can resell it for, it is purchased because that is what you like and desire. I have been reading these threads and just want to voice my opinion. We all lose when we buy a watch and flip it unless you get exactly what you paid or more. So who is the smartest, a guy who buys a watch and keeps it for a lifetime wether it's TT/SS or a guy who buys watches just for the resale value and what he can try to get out of it if he gets tired of it. Seems to me the latter is not decisive and does not really know what he wants. Why not have the best of both worlds. Save for the one that you don't have and make them both part of your treasure.

[acarriles]

Surprisingly, after owning only SS Rolex's in the past, I just found last week what I consider the most beautiful Rolex I've ever seen, and to my surprise, after thinking I would never own a TT Rolex, I couldn't resist and ordered one!

[otree-1]

That is nice!