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Elite Watches · 13 January 2013, 12:57 PM

I'm interested to hear what everyone thinks are the best value/bang for buck pre owned Rolexes?

It seems like Submariners, Sea-Dwellers and Daytonas are the most popular on these forums and the contemporary models also hold their value the most. Other contemporary models like Datejusts and Presidents seem to have really significantly lower pre owned prices compared to their new prices.

Tell me what you think and give some examples of watches that you reckon are nice watches and really good value in the pre owned market.

SUBversive · 13 January 2013, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Elite Watches

I'm interested to hear what everyone thinks are the best value/bang for buck pre owned Rolexes?

It seems like Submariners, Sea-Dwellers and Daytonas are the most popular on these forums and the contemporary models also hold their value the most. Other contemporary models like Datejusts and Presidents seem to have really significantly lower pre owned prices compared to their new prices.

Tell me what you think and give some examples of watches that you reckon are nice watches and really good value in the pre owned market.

Sub (no date)

GradyPhilpott · 13 January 2013, 01:06 PM

The best deals are on the less popular models. That would include the Air King, Oyster Perpetual, DateJust, and probably the Explorer.

Gold and two-tone models tend to take a big hit in the secondary market, also.

Thatguy · 13 January 2013, 01:06 PM

Whatever you will wear and enjoy!

joe100 · 13 January 2013, 01:07 PM

The 1603 DJ can be had for a song. The 16570 black dial Explorers, under $4k and some way under. AK 5500s, $1300-$1800.

Elite Watches · 13 January 2013, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

The best deals are on the less popular models. That would include the Air King, Oyster Perpetual, DateJust, and probably the Explorer.

Gold and two-tone models tend to take a big hit in the secondary market, also.

There are also low prices on the most popular models. I think high volumes of new sales create large pre owned markets. There's heaps of Datejusts and Presidents around so someone must have bought them new/liked them.

I agree two-tone models seem to come off in price significantly. I dunno why that is. I actually like the two-tone in many watches and they seem quite popular. Again maybe that is because so many were bought new there is a very active/deep pre owned market?

I also think (no offense to anybody who ones them) that Datejusts and Presidents are more conservative looking/more of an "old man's" watch. Where as Subs, SDs and Daytonas etc have more complex/contemporary/progressive designs?

jlee5050 · 13 January 2013, 01:32 PM

Personally I'm fond of the GMTs. A lot of them offered at 5k and under.

Mystro · 13 January 2013, 01:41 PM

Datejust is the bargain Rolex. They made and sold ALOT of them and they were the less expensive which is why they sold many of them.

Elite Watches · 13 January 2013, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Mystro

Datejust is the bargain Rolex. They made and sold ALOT of them and they were the least expensive which is why they sold many of them.

Several cheaper Rolexes new like Air-Kings, Cellinis, Dates, Explorers, Oyster Perpetuals etc.

Mickey® · 13 January 2013, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by joe100

The 1603 DJ can be had for a song. The 16570 black dial Explorers, under $4k and some way under. AK 5500s, $1300-$1800.

I agree with all that....

afc1 · 13 January 2013, 01:52 PM

So many good ones that I can't name all. Older stainless Subs are always good. Also, two tone Zenith movement Daytonas are also great, as the stainless steel Zenith Daytonas are very, very expensive now and the two tones are thousands less. My guess is that they will never be worth as much as stainless models but as the Zenith Daytona gets more rare, these watches will become far more desirable, despite the TT Daytona being less popular than the other variants.

andyboy39 · 13 January 2013, 01:53 PM

DJ's.. Mostly.

Elite Watches · 13 January 2013, 01:58 PM

Surprised no one is saying Presidents. Heaps of Presidents around that were $30-$33k new in pretty much perfect condition for around $10-$12k. Some of those are a lot of watch for 10 grand.

stockae92 · 13 January 2013, 02:10 PM

Exp ii polar 40mm or TT models

Rock · 13 January 2013, 02:59 PM

The Air Kings are just such good value. Simple and understated. An opportunity for those who don't need their watch to be noticed by other than themselves.
Vintage Cellinis (of which there are several very elegant models) are good value as they are robust, do not all look like a dress watch, and are usually well priced.

Knappo 1307 · 13 January 2013, 03:06 PM

Gmt iic

GradyPhilpott · 13 January 2013, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Elite Watches

I also think (no offense to anybody who ones them) that Datejusts and Presidents are more conservative looking/more of an "old man's" watch. Where as Subs, SDs and Daytonas etc have more complex/contemporary/progressive designs?

No offense taken, but I am an old man and I do own a DJ, but I also own a Submariner and an Explorer.

The DD and DJ now come in 41mm models, so there seems to be room for a diversity of tastes, young and old.

steve1985 · 13 January 2013, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Elite Watches

There are also low prices on the most popular models. I think high volumes of new sales create large pre owned markets. There's heaps of Datejusts and Presidents around so someone must have bought them new/liked them.

I agree two-tone models seem to come off in price significantly. I dunno why that is. I actually like the two-tone in many watches and they seem quite popular. Again maybe that is because so many were bought new there is a very active/deep pre owned market?

I also think (no offense to anybody who ones them) that Datejusts and Presidents are more conservative looking/more of an "old man's" watch. Where as Subs, SDs and Daytonas etc have more complex/contemporary/progressive designs?

A lot of young people wear the DJ. I'm 27 and my TT DJ looks awesome no matter what I wear. The beauty of any Rolex is that it looks good on you no matter your age or dress!

Elite Watches · 13 January 2013, 04:30 PM

Yeah I usually rock a Datejust for my daily wear like a 16233 or something and quite like them. I just didn't want any members to mis-interpreted my post.

Rocco22 · 13 January 2013, 10:35 PM

Subs and daytonas imo

xhype · 13 January 2013, 10:49 PM

16610lv

mjrennie · 13 January 2013, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Elite Watches

Surprised no one is saying Presidents. Heaps of Presidents around that were $30-$33k new in pretty much perfect condition for around $10-$12k. Some of those are a lot of watch for 10 grand.

Agreed. I've seen them at £6k, Day Dates on President. Remarkable value.

gwozhog · 14 January 2013, 01:15 AM

Your safest be is always a SS sub or SS sub with date

drainaps · 14 January 2013, 01:34 AM

From the tool /sports line, Explorer IIs with white Dial and 14,060s. From the dressier watches, DJs for sure. AKs quite cheap too.

subtona · 14 January 2013, 01:37 AM

Explorer II

sea-dweller · 14 January 2013, 01:57 AM

Explorers and the ND Sub

AK797 · 14 January 2013, 04:41 AM

TT GMTc, arguably the nicest TT out there, can be bought used for under £6K while the full gold used would be £14K at best, so the TT costs much less than half of its full brother.

KateLorey · 16 January 2013, 12:13 PM

Subs will always be a classic imo, you can't go wrong.

dddrees · 16 January 2013, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Thatguy

Whatever you will wear and enjoy!

Besides even if it cost a bit more, you'll get more bang for the buck if you like it more.

NYresq · 16 January 2013, 12:44 PM

A sub is the way to go! If you like the look of a TT, you can normally get a better deal on a TT vs a SS. The TT sub with the blue face is a classic that can be had for a great deal.

13 January 2013, 12:57 PM	#1
Elite Watches Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Gordon Location: Broadbeach Watch: Rolex Datejust Posts: 28	What do you reckon is the best value/bang for buck pre owned Rolex? I'm interested to hear what everyone thinks are the best value/bang for buck pre owned Rolexes? It seems like Submariners, Sea-Dwellers and Daytonas are the most popular on these forums and the contemporary models also hold their value the most. Other contemporary models like Datejusts and Presidents seem to have really significantly lower pre owned prices compared to their new prices. Tell me what you think and give some examples of watches that you reckon are nice watches and really good value in the pre owned market.

13 January 2013, 01:06 PM	#3
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,460	The best deals are on the less popular models. That would include the Air King, Oyster Perpetual, DateJust, and probably the Explorer. Gold and two-tone models tend to take a big hit in the secondary market, also. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

13 January 2013, 01:07 PM	#5
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	The 1603 DJ can be had for a song. The 16570 black dial Explorers, under $4k and some way under. AK 5500s, $1300-$1800. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

13 January 2013, 01:52 PM	#11
afc1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Boston Posts: 1,848	So many good ones that I can't name all. Older stainless Subs are always good. Also, two tone Zenith movement Daytonas are also great, as the stainless steel Zenith Daytonas are very, very expensive now and the two tones are thousands less. My guess is that they will never be worth as much as stainless models but as the Zenith Daytona gets more rare, these watches will become far more desirable, despite the TT Daytona being less popular than the other variants. __________________ afc1 Watch Collection: Rolex and AP

13 January 2013, 02:10 PM	#14
stockae92 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,962	Exp ii polar 40mm or TT models __________________ 135 ├┼┼╕ 246 R

13 January 2013, 01:06 PM	#4
Thatguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Wayne Location: California Watch: Rolex, PAM Posts: 3,302	Whatever you will wear and enjoy!

13 January 2013, 01:32 PM	#7
jlee5050 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Los Angeles Watch: the throne. Posts: 165	Personally I'm fond of the GMTs. A lot of them offered at 5k and under.

13 January 2013, 01:41 PM	#8
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,509	Datejust is the bargain Rolex. They made and sold ALOT of them and they were the less expensive which is why they sold many of them.

13 January 2013, 01:53 PM	#12
andyboy39 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New Zealand Watch: Day Date Posts: 1,409	DJ's.. Mostly.

13 January 2013, 01:58 PM	#13
Elite Watches Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Gordon Location: Broadbeach Watch: Rolex Datejust Posts: 28	Surprised no one is saying Presidents. Heaps of Presidents around that were $30-$33k new in pretty much perfect condition for around $10-$12k. Some of those are a lot of watch for 10 grand.

13 January 2013, 02:59 PM	#15
Rock 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,850	The Air Kings are just such good value. Simple and understated. An opportunity for those who don't need their watch to be noticed by other than themselves. Vintage Cellinis (of which there are several very elegant models) are good value as they are robust, do not all look like a dress watch, and are usually well priced. __________________ Cellini 4112. Sub 14060M. DJ 16233. Rotherhams 1847 Pocket-watch. Foundation Member of 'Horologists Anonymous' "Hi, I'm Rocky, and I'm a Horologist..."

13 January 2013, 03:06 PM	#16
Knappo 1307 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 8,561	Gmt iic

13 January 2013, 04:30 PM	#19
Elite Watches Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Gordon Location: Broadbeach Watch: Rolex Datejust Posts: 28	Yeah I usually rock a Datejust for my daily wear like a 16233 or something and quite like them. I just didn't want any members to mis-interpreted my post.

13 January 2013, 10:35 PM	#20
Rocco22 Banned Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Mass/Vegas/disney Watch: Hulk,114060,14060 Posts: 929	Subs and daytonas imo

13 January 2013, 10:49 PM	#21
xhype "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Michael Location: Brooklyn,NY Watch: Rolex GMT II 16710 Posts: 850	16610lv __________________ GMT MASTER 16710 AKA THE XHYPE

14 January 2013, 01:15 AM	#23
gwozhog "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Point Blank, TX Posts: 2,894	Your safest be is always a SS sub or SS sub with date __________________ I once dated a girl in high school and her dad told me I would never amount to anything. He was right

14 January 2013, 01:34 AM	#24
drainaps "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Shanghai Watch: Too many to tell Posts: 522	From the tool /sports line, Explorer IIs with white Dial and 14,060s. From the dressier watches, DJs for sure. AKs quite cheap too.

14 January 2013, 01:37 AM	#25
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,598	Explorer II __________________

14 January 2013, 01:57 AM	#26
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Explorers and the ND Sub

14 January 2013, 04:41 AM	#27
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	TT GMTc, arguably the nicest TT out there, can be bought used for under £6K while the full gold used would be £14K at best, so the TT costs much less than half of its full brother.

16 January 2013, 12:13 PM	#28
KateLorey Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: scottsdale, AZ Posts: 16	Subs will always be a classic imo, you can't go wrong.

16 January 2013, 12:44 PM	#30
NYresq "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Mark Location: USA Watch: DSSD, TT Serti Sub Posts: 31	A sub is the way to go! If you like the look of a TT, you can normally get a better deal on a TT vs a SS. The TT sub with the blue face is a classic that can be had for a great deal.

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