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mmonte4 · 1 January 2007, 06:25 AM

Hey guys,

I have been reading posts on this board for some time and have finally decided to register. The board is fascinating with excellent contributions by members.

I am a fairly young guy- 24, recently graduated. I am seriously considering buying by first Rolex watch. I love the submariner, gmt, and explorer, but this watch has caught my eye of late:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Rolex-Thunderbir...QQcmdZViewItem

i am worried that it may not be authentic, so i wanted to hear opinions from board members. I have requested additional pics and info, so i will update as I receive them.

I look forward to your responses and the journey ahead!!!!

Rockrolex · 1 January 2007, 06:31 AM

Welcome to TRF, Monte. Glad you decided to come out of the closet and join us.

Stick around and contribute to the fun here.

As for the TOG, I would be careful. The pics aren't that telling and as far as I can tell, the seller does not have a record of high end watch sales. Everything he's sold has been nickel - dime garbage. How come all of a sudden he's selling a $2700 watch.

Remember the Golden Rule of eBay buying: Buy the seller - not the watch.

finance21 · 1 January 2007, 06:32 AM

Welcome to the board. When looking to purchase an expensive watch just make sure you are very comfortable with what you are buying. I am 26 myself and learned that lesson the hard way. Just remember, if it seems too good to be true it probably is.

C.J. · 1 January 2007, 07:31 AM

Welcome to TRF

I don't know about that watch though, pal

mmonte4 · 1 January 2007, 09:16 AM

finance21- did you buy a fake off of ebay? what model?

AJC · 1 January 2007, 09:33 AM

Enjoy the experience,buy it face to face from a reputable source.Some ADs have second hand watches,which is a lot better as at least you can confront them if a problem arises.

Aaron

President · 1 January 2007, 10:48 AM

Hi! Welcome! ETC!

tonyp · 1 January 2007, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mmonte4

finance21- did you buy a fake off of ebay? what model?

Very few rolex on ebay actually FAKE but most are made over I got burnt for $5000 dollars on a vintage sub that had a incorrect case back, bracelet

Uncle-AJ · 1 January 2007, 01:08 PM

Welcome to TRF monte and tread carefully around eBay.

JJ Irani · 1 January 2007, 04:34 PM

Hi Monte,

A big welcome to TRF. As the others have already advised, I'd be careful around such deals. Spend a little extra and go to an Authorised Rolex Dealer for 100% peace of mind.

Cheers - JJ

tonelar · 1 January 2007, 06:31 PM

Welcome, I just got here myself.

I've had very good experiences buying from Ebay, but I've seen my share of shady deals. If you want, buy through paypal AND use a credit card that offers buyer protection... save $$$ and be 100% confident in your purchase.

padi56 · 1 January 2007, 07:14 PM

Hi Monte,

A big welcome to TRF. As the others have already said, be careful around such deals check out the seller.

Flyjet601 · 1 January 2007, 07:46 PM

Hi and welcome to TRF

My thoughts on buying an expensive watch on ebay

It is like buying something at a garage sale...even worse you are buying a picture until it show up at your door.....

But thats just me.....would never do it......IMHO

Blue Bull · 1 January 2007, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flyjet601

Hi and welcome to TRF

My thoughts on buying an expensive watch on ebay

It is like buying something at a garage sale...even worse you are buying a picture until it show up at your door.....

But thats just me.....would never do it......IMHO

I have to agree 100%.The $ stakes are just too high on Rolex with so many good fakes around.

I have absolutely no time for fakes or the people who actually wear them ....

JJ Irani · 2 January 2007, 04:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flyjet601

Hi and welcome to TRF

My thoughts on buying an expensive watch on ebay

It is like buying something at a garage sale...even worse you are buying a picture until it show up at your door.....

But thats just me.....would never do it......IMHO

Agreed....ONE MILLION PERCENT!!

Fiwi · 2 January 2007, 05:49 AM

Welcome to TRF! I too am flirting with the idea of purchasing a watch off of ebay, but I would never buy from a seller who doesn't have a history of selling luxury watches. Be careful!

jimcameron · 2 January 2007, 06:03 AM

Welcome to the board. I too have found it a great place.

I believe there is a Rolex buying rule to live by; "Don't buy a Rolex over the internet from someone whose main buisness is selling socks."

I can't remember where I heard that............oh, wait, I just made it up. This may well be a 100% legit auction........but it isn't that spectacular a watch or a price. Hang in there and consider Rolex as well as some other fine automatic watches from Omega, Baume & Mercier, etc.

Save your $$ until you can buy from an Authorized Dealer. Take a look at the Explorer I, you are within $1500 of a new one from an AD.

finance21 · 2 January 2007, 06:24 AM

No, the watch was not a fake however, the pictures were not the watch that I received. The watch was beat up when it arrived at my door. Whenever buying your first Rolex just remember that when buying one in good condition, boxes papers ect. ect. it will not come at a "good" price. You'll end up paying what it is worth in most cases.

Blue Bull · 2 January 2007, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Agreed....ONE MILLION PERCENT!!

JJ,the Blue is nr 18 for you,if I recall correctly.Have you ever bought one of these used or from a "eBay type of purchase"... bought from pictures only ? Or did you buy all new from an AD ?

Can you perhaps list all the Rollies you bought,over the years ? Will be interesting ...

JJ Irani · 2 January 2007, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue Bull

JJ,the Blue is nr 18 for you,if I recall correctly.Have you ever bought one of these used or from a "eBay type of purchase"... bought from pictures only ? Or did you buy all new from an AD ?

Can you perhaps list all the Rollies you bought,over the years ? Will be interesting ...

Always brand new from ADs only.....shall give you a list someday!!

1 January 2007, 06:25 AM	#1
mmonte4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Louisiana Posts: 11	Hello! - new to the board Hey guys, I have been reading posts on this board for some time and have finally decided to register. The board is fascinating with excellent contributions by members. I am a fairly young guy- 24, recently graduated. I am seriously considering buying by first Rolex watch. I love the submariner, gmt, and explorer, but this watch has caught my eye of late: http://cgi.ebay.com/Rolex-Thunderbir...QQcmdZViewItem i am worried that it may not be authentic, so i wanted to hear opinions from board members. I have requested additional pics and info, so i will update as I receive them. I look forward to your responses and the journey ahead!!!!

1 January 2007, 06:31 AM	#2
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,967	Welcome to TRF, Monte. Glad you decided to come out of the closet and join us. Stick around and contribute to the fun here. As for the TOG, I would be careful. The pics aren't that telling and as far as I can tell, the seller does not have a record of high end watch sales. Everything he's sold has been nickel - dime garbage. How come all of a sudden he's selling a $2700 watch. Remember the Golden Rule of eBay buying: Buy the seller - not the watch. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

1 January 2007, 07:31 AM	#4
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Welcome to TRF I don't know about that watch though, pal __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

1 January 2007, 01:08 PM	#9
Uncle-AJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Real Name: Adrian Location: Bolton, UK. Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 6,844	Welcome to TRF monte and tread carefully around eBay. __________________ A man with a watch knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.........Segal's Law Member #10

1 January 2007, 04:34 PM	#10
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Hi Monte, A big welcome to TRF. As the others have already advised, I'd be careful around such deals. Spend a little extra and go to an Authorised Rolex Dealer for 100% peace of mind. Cheers - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

1 January 2007, 06:32 AM	#3
finance21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: U.S.A Posts: 363	Welcome to the board. When looking to purchase an expensive watch just make sure you are very comfortable with what you are buying. I am 26 myself and learned that lesson the hard way. Just remember, if it seems too good to be true it probably is.

1 January 2007, 09:16 AM	#5
mmonte4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Louisiana Posts: 11	finance21- did you buy a fake off of ebay? what model?

1 January 2007, 09:33 AM	#6
AJC Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 1,878	Enjoy the experience,buy it face to face from a reputable source.Some ADs have second hand watches,which is a lot better as at least you can confront them if a problem arises. Aaron

1 January 2007, 10:48 AM	#7
President Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: M.Thatcher MP Location: Le Locle Watch: Bear Grylls Posts: 2,913	Hi! Welcome! ETC!

1 January 2007, 06:31 PM	#11
tonelar "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Tony Location: san francisco Watch: Seadweller Posts: 1,368	Welcome, I just got here myself. I've had very good experiences buying from Ebay, but I've seen my share of shady deals. If you want, buy through paypal AND use a credit card that offers buyer protection... save $$$ and be 100% confident in your purchase. __________________ It's a rarity that something popular is actually right... Wear 'em with PRIDE, y'all. Last edited by tonelar; 1 January 2007 at 07:49 PM..

1 January 2007, 07:14 PM	#12
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,062	Hi Monte, A big welcome to TRF. As the others have already said, be careful around such deals check out the seller. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

1 January 2007, 07:46 PM	#13
Flyjet601 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hong Kong Watch: All of them Posts: 2,789	Hi and welcome to TRF My thoughts on buying an expensive watch on ebay It is like buying something at a garage sale...even worse you are buying a picture until it show up at your door..... But thats just me.....would never do it......IMHO

2 January 2007, 05:49 AM	#16
Fiwi "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Melissa Location: Bahamas Watch: Ladies SS/Plat YM Posts: 277	Welcome to TRF! I too am flirting with the idea of purchasing a watch off of ebay, but I would never buy from a seller who doesn't have a history of selling luxury watches. Be careful!

2 January 2007, 06:03 AM	#17
jimcameron "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: ByDawns Earlylite Watch: 16800 Posts: 3,580	Welcome to the board. I too have found it a great place. I believe there is a Rolex buying rule to live by; "Don't buy a Rolex over the internet from someone whose main buisness is selling socks." I can't remember where I heard that............oh, wait, I just made it up. This may well be a 100% legit auction........but it isn't that spectacular a watch or a price. Hang in there and consider Rolex as well as some other fine automatic watches from Omega, Baume & Mercier, etc. Save your $$ until you can buy from an Authorized Dealer. Take a look at the Explorer I, you are within $1500 of a new one from an AD.

2 January 2007, 06:24 AM	#18
finance21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: U.S.A Posts: 363	No, the watch was not a fake however, the pictures were not the watch that I received. The watch was beat up when it arrived at my door. Whenever buying your first Rolex just remember that when buying one in good condition, boxes papers ect. ect. it will not come at a "good" price. You'll end up paying what it is worth in most cases.

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