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Michael N Q8 · 9 May 2011, 02:56 PM

Hi

I currently have a D series 116520 white face and a Breitling Aerospace. Now I have an itch for a Submariner. I saw a used one (SS) in Kuwait two days ago, it is a late 90's model, 1997 I think.

The price is KD 1100, which is about US$ 3,900. I only had a brief look at it. Condition is ok given its age, the strap has a fair bit of wear though. I tried to change the date but could not? That worried me a bit, but maybe I was having my blonde moment of the day?

So, if this price sounds competitive, I will investigate the watch further, i.e. check the papers, service record and take a few pics. I am not desparate so will not rush into something...

What are the views on the price, given the model etc

Thanks in advance.

klayface · 9 May 2011, 03:24 PM

Seems to me that maybe IMO its about 600-800 dollars to0 high.

Its about 14 yrs old.
There's been several improvements since then and that model still has lug holes , I say save your money and look for one that at least shows that improvement . If your patient I am pretty sure you can get one for about 4k to 4300.

Michael N Q8 · 9 May 2011, 03:39 PM

Ok, thanks for the advice. I did suspect that it was on the high side.

Cheers

sleddog · 9 May 2011, 03:41 PM

If you were to factor in a service, you could pull in a newer Sub in better condition for not a whole bunch more!!
Enjoy your search....The Sub is a must have!

Abid · 9 May 2011, 05:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog

If you were to factor in a service, you could pull in a newer Sub in better condition for not a whole bunch more!!
Enjoy your search....The Sub is a must have!

Agreed! A watch that old will need a service. If you can negotiate the price down any further I would wait and look for a better deal. Good luck!

Michael N Q8 · 9 May 2011, 07:32 PM

Thanks again, I will continue the search...

Tools · 10 May 2011, 02:11 AM

It's hard to compare prices in different countries because availability and demand dictate different values...

In the US, 3,900 is a pretty typical price from a Dealer for a serviced older Sub Date.. This one sounds like it has not been serviced, so I would say, based on US values, the price is a bit too high......... Perhaps you can negotiate the price down though....

mrbill2mrbill2 · 10 May 2011, 02:15 AM

You mentioned you could not change the date. This is at least a service. Or, maybe a service plus parts.

9 May 2011, 02:56 PM	#1
Michael N Q8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Michael Location: Kuwait Watch: Daytona SS White Posts: 496	Used Sub...advice please Hi I currently have a D series 116520 white face and a Breitling Aerospace. Now I have an itch for a Submariner. I saw a used one (SS) in Kuwait two days ago, it is a late 90's model, 1997 I think. The price is KD 1100, which is about US$ 3,900. I only had a brief look at it. Condition is ok given its age, the strap has a fair bit of wear though. I tried to change the date but could not? That worried me a bit, but maybe I was having my blonde moment of the day? So, if this price sounds competitive, I will investigate the watch further, i.e. check the papers, service record and take a few pics. I am not desparate so will not rush into something... What are the views on the price, given the model etc Thanks in advance.

9 May 2011, 03:41 PM	#4
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	If you were to factor in a service, you could pull in a newer Sub in better condition for not a whole bunch more!! Enjoy your search....The Sub is a must have! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

10 May 2011, 02:11 AM	#7
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	It's hard to compare prices in different countries because availability and demand dictate different values... In the US, 3,900 is a pretty typical price from a Dealer for a serviced older Sub Date.. This one sounds like it has not been serviced, so I would say, based on US values, the price is a bit too high......... Perhaps you can negotiate the price down though.... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

10 May 2011, 02:15 AM	#8
mrbill2mrbill2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mr. Bill Location: South Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 6,148	You mentioned you could not change the date. This is at least a service. Or, maybe a service plus parts. __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of the Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons - ID # 13

9 May 2011, 03:24 PM	#2
klayface Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Chuck Norris Location: So. California Watch: SS Daytona w/ dial Posts: 346	Seems to me that maybe IMO its about 600-800 dollars to0 high. Its about 14 yrs old. There's been several improvements since then and that model still has lug holes , I say save your money and look for one that at least shows that improvement . If your patient I am pretty sure you can get one for about 4k to 4300.

9 May 2011, 03:39 PM	#3
Michael N Q8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Michael Location: Kuwait Watch: Daytona SS White Posts: 496	Ok, thanks for the advice. I did suspect that it was on the high side. Cheers

9 May 2011, 07:32 PM	#6
Michael N Q8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Michael Location: Kuwait Watch: Daytona SS White Posts: 496	Thanks again, I will continue the search...

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