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mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 07:10 AM

Ever repurchased a reference? Never thought I would say this. I have.

A while back I convinced myself that I was a one watch guy and decided to sell my 114060. It was not getting a lot of wrist time. Life would be simpler. No decisions to make about which one to wear. What could go wrong?

My spouse, who is not a watch person, told me in more colorful terms that I was not being smart and would regret it. But I was convinced that I was right, and said goodbye to my Sub C.

In fairly short order, I realized that I had not been very smart and regretted my decision. My spouse, again in more colorful terms, said, I told you so, get another darn watch.

I then began the search for a new watch. Tried on the 124060 and several other watches, both current models and vintage. Got on a waitlist for a 124060 and was recently told that it would be soon.

I liked the 124060 I tried on. Objectively, the watch looks and wears more balanced. But subjectively, I realized that I actually preferred the slightly more narrow band and larger lugs of the 114060.

So, I asked my AD to let me know if he took in any 114060’s. Got an email Tuesday that they had just received a 114060 with a 2018 dated warranty and full kit from a customer who took very good care of their watches.

I replied a with a thank you and a request to run a timegraph. Promptly received a photo of the printout. But alas, realized I had no clue how to read it. Yes, that was embarrassing. But I persevered and posted a request for help in the watch tech section. Which, of course was even more embarrassing because I had to admit that I had never bothered to learn how to read a timegraph.

But as always, my TRF brothers came to the rescue. I learned a lot. Which was more than worth the embarrassment.

Went to my AD today and took a look. Everything checked out. And it was in pristine condition.

I have been in this hobby for several decades. And this is the first time I have repurchased a reference. I must admit that I felt a little silly putting myself through this process, but I am glad to have an 114060 back on my wrist.

Thanks for your help, my friends.

tifosi · 20 January 2023, 07:17 AM

Congrats!

Yes, I have sold and rebought the same reference. A few times. The 14060M and the 16610LV. I would buy the 16610LV again...for the third time, but the current prices are too prohibitive.

JRell · 20 January 2023, 07:18 AM

Congrats and great backstory, nice choice!

saxo3 · 20 January 2023, 07:20 AM

Congratulations.
That's the watch we discussed?
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=888710

the dark knight · 20 January 2023, 07:22 AM

Congrats! I have not rebought any Rolex reference. I have only done that with two watches - Omega Seamaster 2531.80 and Tudor BB GMT.

I do wish there was a subforum here where you could put down info about a watch you sold in the past in the hopes of rebuying it. I am tempted to rebuy a 16610, but I wish I could find the exact one I sold.

mac_135 · 20 January 2023, 07:23 AM

I did the same thing with my Speedmaster, I get it.
My 114060 would be my one and only if I had to choose just one.

What was the "one watch" left when you initially sold the Sub?

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 07:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by saxo3

Congratulations.
That's the watch we discussed?
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=888710

Yes, indeed. Appreciate the advice.

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 07:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mac_135

I did the same thing with my Speedmaster, I get it.
My 114060 would be my one and only if I had to choose just one.

What was the "one watch" left when you initially sold the Sub?

Tudor Black Bay M99230B-0008, with the blue bezel that I love.

CharlesN · 20 January 2023, 07:31 AM

Well done. Congratulations

It looks good and I wish you health and happiness in wearing it.

I had a strong feeling you would not be able to resist.

Your wife sounds just like mine.

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 07:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tifosi

Congrats!

Yes, I have sold and rebought the same reference. A few times. The 14060M and the 16610LV. I would buy the 16610LV again...for the third time, but the current prices are too prohibitive.

I can now sympathize!

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CharlesN

Well done. Congratulations

It looks good and I wish you health and happiness in wearing it.

I had a strong feeling you would not be able to resist.

Your wife sounds just like mine.

Thank you Charles.

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by JRell

Congrats and great backstory, nice choice!

A backstory which I hope not to repeat. But am pretty sure my wife would call for an intervention if I started down that road again.

rmlovett1 · 20 January 2023, 07:45 AM

I’ve definitely bought the same reference more than once… On a few occasions. No worries… Looks great, congratulations!

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

I’ve definitely bought the same reference more than once… On a few occasions. No worries… Looks great, congratulations!

Thanks Richard.

Jackie Daytona · 20 January 2023, 07:55 AM

Congratulations!

brandrea · 20 January 2023, 07:58 AM

Been there done that H

BIG congratulations, it’s a beauty

Gerry62 · 20 January 2023, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mountainjogger

Ever repurchased a reference? Never thought I would say this. I have.

:

Many, many times . Congrats

Rolexfanmiami · 20 January 2023, 08:00 AM

Glad you could repurchase it; I have one and love it, I have to pick only one watch probably my 114060 would be the chosen. Love the wide lugs, maxi dial etc , it looks like the tool is designed to be.

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 08:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Been there done that H

BIG congratulations, it’s a beauty

Thanks Brian. Feels good on the wrist.

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 08:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gerry62

Many, many times . Congrats

Good to have company!

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexfanmiami

Glad you could repurchase it; I have one and love it, I have to pick only one watch probably my 114060 would be the chosen. Love the wide lugs, maxi dial etc , it looks like the tool is designed to be.

TheWatchmen · 20 January 2023, 08:27 AM

Sweet a$$, congrats….again?

I have repurchased before…and sold it again.

JRell · 20 January 2023, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mountainjogger

A backstory which I hope not to repeat. But am pretty sure my wife would call for an intervention if I started down that road again.

Been there done that, you think that is bad I had the 114060 twice, the 124060 once and probably will get one again! My wife thinks I am crazy.

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheWatchmen

Sweet a$$, congrats….again?

I have repurchased before…and sold it again.

Yes, second congrats. Thanks!

mountainjogger · 20 January 2023, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JRell

Been there done that, you think that is bad I had the 114060 twice, the 124060 once and probably will get one again! My wife thinks I am crazy.

I not going there. Because my wife is usually right.

TheWatchmen · 20 January 2023, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mountainjogger

Yes, second congrats. Thanks!

Nice. Also like your screen name, I too jog mountains (and ride bikes) on the CO front range.

atxwatch · 20 January 2023, 08:35 AM

FWIW, I love the maxi case on my 114060 I think the narrower band and broader lugs make for a unique experience and I'll never sell mine. Well done.

nickrb · 20 January 2023, 08:57 AM

Congrats.

I have also sold, regretted, and rebought a 114060.

I do think it is a superior reference to the 124060 simply because of the unreliable 32xx movements.

bali · 20 January 2023, 09:27 AM

Congratulations

Gab27 · 20 January 2023, 10:01 AM

Congrats! I haven't worn anything else since I got my 114060 and I think I will probably wear it for the remainder of my life. It's everything I want in a watch without a bunch of mumbo jumbo.

20 January 2023, 07:10 AM	#1
mountainjogger 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: H Location: North Carolina Watch: M99230B-0008 Posts: 5,675	My Second 114060 Ever repurchased a reference? Never thought I would say this. I have. A while back I convinced myself that I was a one watch guy and decided to sell my 114060. It was not getting a lot of wrist time. Life would be simpler. No decisions to make about which one to wear. What could go wrong? My spouse, who is not a watch person, told me in more colorful terms that I was not being smart and would regret it. But I was convinced that I was right, and said goodbye to my Sub C. In fairly short order, I realized that I had not been very smart and regretted my decision. My spouse, again in more colorful terms, said, I told you so, get another darn watch. I then began the search for a new watch. Tried on the 124060 and several other watches, both current models and vintage. Got on a waitlist for a 124060 and was recently told that it would be soon. I liked the 124060 I tried on. Objectively, the watch looks and wears more balanced. But subjectively, I realized that I actually preferred the slightly more narrow band and larger lugs of the 114060. So, I asked my AD to let me know if he took in any 114060’s. Got an email Tuesday that they had just received a 114060 with a 2018 dated warranty and full kit from a customer who took very good care of their watches. I replied a with a thank you and a request to run a timegraph. Promptly received a photo of the printout. But alas, realized I had no clue how to read it. Yes, that was embarrassing. But I persevered and posted a request for help in the watch tech section. Which, of course was even more embarrassing because I had to admit that I had never bothered to learn how to read a timegraph. But as always, my TRF brothers came to the rescue. I learned a lot. Which was more than worth the embarrassment. Went to my AD today and took a look. Everything checked out. And it was in pristine condition. I have been in this hobby for several decades. And this is the first time I have repurchased a reference. I must admit that I felt a little silly putting myself through this process, but I am glad to have an 114060 back on my wrist. Thanks for your help, my friends. Attached Images __________________ The King of Cool.

20 January 2023, 07:17 AM	#2
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	Congrats! Yes, I have sold and rebought the same reference. A few times. The 14060M and the 16610LV. I would buy the 16610LV again...for the third time, but the current prices are too prohibitive. __________________ Russ

20 January 2023, 07:18 AM	#3
JRell "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 126710BLNR Jubilee Posts: 7,084	Congrats and great backstory, nice choice! __________________ 126710 BLNR Jubilee

20 January 2023, 07:20 AM	#4
saxo3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: . Posts: 2,918	My Second 114060 Congratulations. That's the watch we discussed? https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=888710

20 January 2023, 07:55 AM	#15
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,618	Congratulations! __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 16570 \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

20 January 2023, 07:22 AM	#5
the dark knight 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,538	Congrats! I have not rebought any Rolex reference. I have only done that with two watches - Omega Seamaster 2531.80 and Tudor BB GMT. I do wish there was a subforum here where you could put down info about a watch you sold in the past in the hopes of rebuying it. I am tempted to rebuy a 16610, but I wish I could find the exact one I sold.

20 January 2023, 07:23 AM	#6
mac_135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Toronto Posts: 308	I did the same thing with my Speedmaster, I get it. My 114060 would be my one and only if I had to choose just one. What was the "one watch" left when you initially sold the Sub?

20 January 2023, 07:31 AM	#9
CharlesN "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: The UK Watch: I love them all. Posts: 1,860	Well done. Congratulations It looks good and I wish you health and happiness in wearing it. I had a strong feeling you would not be able to resist. Your wife sounds just like mine.

20 January 2023, 07:45 AM	#13
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	I’ve definitely bought the same reference more than once… On a few occasions. No worries… Looks great, congratulations!

20 January 2023, 07:58 AM	#16
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,089	Been there done that H BIG congratulations, it’s a beauty

20 January 2023, 08:00 AM	#18
Rolexfanmiami "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: South Florida Watch: 114060 116610 LV Posts: 46	Glad you could repurchase it; I have one and love it, I have to pick only one watch probably my 114060 would be the chosen. Love the wide lugs, maxi dial etc , it looks like the tool is designed to be. __________________ Submariner 116610 LV Submariner 114060 Datejust TT Jubilee126333 Cartier Ronde Louis 18k Gold

20 January 2023, 08:27 AM	#22
TheWatchmen "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: The Moon Posts: 1,367	My Second 114060 Sweet a$$, congrats….again? I have repurchased before…and sold it again.

20 January 2023, 08:35 AM	#27
atxwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 123	FWIW, I love the maxi case on my 114060 I think the narrower band and broader lugs make for a unique experience and I'll never sell mine. Well done.

20 January 2023, 08:57 AM	#28
nickrb "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: TN Posts: 66	Congrats. I have also sold, regretted, and rebought a 114060. I do think it is a superior reference to the 124060 simply because of the unreliable 32xx movements.

20 January 2023, 09:27 AM	#29
bali "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: NC Posts: 51	Congratulations

20 January 2023, 10:01 AM	#30
Gab27 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: MD/NC Watch: 114060 Posts: 2,591	Congrats! I haven't worn anything else since I got my 114060 and I think I will probably wear it for the remainder of my life. It's everything I want in a watch without a bunch of mumbo jumbo.

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