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BiteEmnBeatEm · 10 May 2010, 01:01 PM

I have been looking a Explorer II black dial with a U serial #. Price has been negotiated down to 3000. But there is no original cert, boxes or booklet. Does this sound like a fair deal?

JUSTROLEXES · 10 May 2010, 01:11 PM

Hello and Welcome to TRF,
U is a 1996 model... the price is only ok since it's a 15 years old watch with no warranty and unknow service history...you can check here on the Forum under the for sale and I'm sure you'll find a Better buy

JUSTROLEXES · 10 May 2010, 01:16 PM

Here is one listed ...I know you want Black dial but that will give you an idea...
the watch is a Z about 2007 model with paper and no need for service and the seller is willing to take $3750...
the $750 you're paying more here are for 11 years of age and I visit to the Doctor...
I hope that helped
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=128242

kizerman · 10 May 2010, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by BiteEmnBeatEm

I have been looking a Explorer II black dial with a U serial #. Price has been negotiated down to 3000. But there is no original cert, boxes or booklet. Does this sound like a fair deal?

That's not a good price at all. You can buy an F or D serial (2004-2005) undocumented for 3200 or so. Or just buy mine in the link provided above (thanks justrolexes) for $3750 and know you've got a 100% authentic piece that will not need service for a long time.

glimmer · 10 May 2010, 02:18 PM

I have found that the value of a watch is relative. If you're willing to pay a bit more for your peace of mind, then it's all worth it. Personally I wouldn't settle for anything without documentation but that's just me. Even if I paid 3000 which seems like a good price I would be happier with something a bit more expensive, but is complete. Again that's just me. 3K though seems like a fair price.

Tools · 10 May 2010, 02:24 PM

If the watch is in good condition and doesn't show an excessive amount of wear, it's not a bad price... figure in another 550 for a full service and you have a like-new watch, with new papers and 2 year Rolex warranty..

This one will have those nice lug-holes....

kizerman · 10 May 2010, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Tools

If the watch is in good condition and doesn't show an excessive amount of wear, it's not a bad price... figure in another 550 for a full service and you have a like-new watch, with new papers and 2 year Rolex warranty..

This one will have those nice lug-holes....

But you still have to buy it and hope that it has not been serviced with "other" parts and then send it off and wait 10 weeks to get it back. I don't think an Explorer that old and undocumented is worth more than 2500. Just my 2 cents.

sea-dweller · 11 May 2010, 12:47 AM

That is a decent price if it is in good condition. I have seen some more recent models (Y, P, D or F) sell in the low-mid 3K range complete with boxes and papers.

BiteEmnBeatEm · 11 May 2010, 02:31 AM

thanks for the input guys, im going to wait till i can find a expII or Sub with boxes and docs around the 3000 mark.

Cru Jones · 11 May 2010, 02:36 AM

Thanks for giving the conclusion....Best of luck with your hunt!

Watchboxman · 11 May 2010, 05:05 PM

I would buy it! I paid similar money for an Explorer 1!!!

BiteEmnBeatEm · 12 May 2010, 12:54 AM

well hopefuly i made the right decision to wait cause some one just bought it for the 3800 dollar asking price.

vailpilgrim · 12 May 2010, 01:19 AM

imo, i would ask for a lower price solely for the lack of original b&p. those are key elements that help your cherished timepiece hold its value.

BiteEmnBeatEm · 13 May 2010, 09:33 AM

i did ask...trust me but he was lucky enough to sell it for what he originaly wanted "3800"....crazy

10 May 2010, 01:01 PM	#1
BiteEmnBeatEm "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SA, TX Posts: 47	Explorer II "Good Price?" I have been looking a Explorer II black dial with a U serial #. Price has been negotiated down to 3000. But there is no original cert, boxes or booklet. Does this sound like a fair deal?

10 May 2010, 01:11 PM	#2
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 51,110	Hello and Welcome to TRF, U is a 1996 model... the price is only ok since it's a 15 years old watch with no warranty and unknow service history...you can check here on the Forum under the for sale and I'm sure you'll find a Better buy __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

10 May 2010, 01:16 PM	#3
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 51,110	Here is one listed ...I know you want Black dial but that will give you an idea... the watch is a Z about 2007 model with paper and no need for service and the seller is willing to take $3750... the $750 you're paying more here are for 11 years of age and I visit to the Doctor... I hope that helped http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=128242 __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

10 May 2010, 02:24 PM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	If the watch is in good condition and doesn't show an excessive amount of wear, it's not a bad price... figure in another 550 for a full service and you have a like-new watch, with new papers and 2 year Rolex warranty.. This one will have those nice lug-holes.... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

11 May 2010, 12:47 AM	#8
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	That is a decent price if it is in good condition. I have seen some more recent models (Y, P, D or F) sell in the low-mid 3K range complete with boxes and papers. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

10 May 2010, 02:18 PM	#5
glimmer Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Here, everywhere Posts: 1,244	I have found that the value of a watch is relative. If you're willing to pay a bit more for your peace of mind, then it's all worth it. Personally I wouldn't settle for anything without documentation but that's just me. Even if I paid 3000 which seems like a good price I would be happier with something a bit more expensive, but is complete. Again that's just me. 3K though seems like a fair price.

11 May 2010, 02:31 AM	#9
BiteEmnBeatEm "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SA, TX Posts: 47	thanks for the input guys, im going to wait till i can find a expII or Sub with boxes and docs around the 3000 mark.

11 May 2010, 02:36 AM	#10
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	Thanks for giving the conclusion....Best of luck with your hunt!

11 May 2010, 05:05 PM	#11
Watchboxman Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mt Ommaney Posts: 24	I would buy it! I paid similar money for an Explorer 1!!!

12 May 2010, 12:54 AM	#12
BiteEmnBeatEm "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SA, TX Posts: 47	well hopefuly i made the right decision to wait cause some one just bought it for the 3800 dollar asking price.

12 May 2010, 01:19 AM	#13
vailpilgrim Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London Posts: 17	imo, i would ask for a lower price solely for the lack of original b&p. those are key elements that help your cherished timepiece hold its value.

13 May 2010, 09:33 AM	#14
BiteEmnBeatEm "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SA, TX Posts: 47	i did ask...trust me but he was lucky enough to sell it for what he originaly wanted "3800"....crazy

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