What do you do with your Rolex boxes??

[ec51]

Originally Posted by 5253Reynolds

Are you supposed to keep the box?

You're not supposed to do anything. If you plan on keeping the watch - I would sell the packaging. I made over $300 selling my box and accessories.

Why keep it....? Unless...

However, if you plan on flipping the watch -- I would consider keeping the box. Only because re-sale value seems to hold-up better when it's a complete package.

Personally, I would rather save money and purchase a watch only. But that's just me.

Originally Posted by padi56

I have all my boxes stored in a cryogenic deep freeze bank as I want my boxes to look like new in a hundred years time.And for my watches I have had a specially made Rolex certified bed made from the finest materials known to man.Its lined with the finest silk and specially padded with the finest softest Pashmina as not to scratch the 904L S.steel.And it has a built in winder to gently rock my Rolex to sleep and keep its heart ticking at a constant 28800BPH.Plus the added feature of thermostatically heat humidity and air conditioned controlled to the COSC standard.Its fully programmed to lull my Rolex to sleep when off my wrist, with soothing ticking music and whale sounds to help it drift into a place of peace and Rolex tranquility.

Originally Posted by gr33n

I sold my box. Useless. And too easy for thieves to know what is interesting home.

Exactly.

[mjclark32]

Tucked away, haven't seen it in a while

[Watch Chest]

Originally Posted by iazrollie

I've always wondered why watch companies spend so much on their watch boxes. It's never on display at the AD (to be viewed or to influence you prior to purchase) and I've always stored it out-of-sight, hidden inside its cardboard outer box.

Just like Apple, when you have a product that has been meticulously designed and engineered to perfection you have packaging that reflects that level of commitment. The experience of receiving and opening the packaging must also live up to the level of importance and excitement of the moment. When you buy the watch would you like it to be handed to you in a ziplock plastic bag? :)

[Jeffex]

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

stack them in my closet

x2

[iazrollie]

Originally Posted by Watch Chest

Just like Apple, when you have a product that has been meticulously designed and engineered to perfection you have packaging that reflects that level of commitment. The experience of receiving and opening the packaging must also live up to the level of importance and excitement of the moment. When you buy the watch would you like it to be handed to you in a ziplock plastic bag? :)

I'm glad you brought up Apple. That's my point, you have these beautiful iPhones/iPads and they are packaged in disposable cardboard or plastic coffins. They are minimalist and don't have elaborate packaging.

[5253Reynolds]

[QUOTE=ec51;4901217]You're not supposed to do anything. If you plan on keeping the watch - I would sell the packaging. I made over $300 selling my box and accessories.

Why keep it....? Unless...

However, if you plan on flipping the watch -- I would consider keeping the box. Only because re-sale value seems to hold-up better when it's a complete package.

Haha, thanks that was just my rather poor attempt at humor. I don't really do anything with boxes for shoes, watches, etc... Seems like a lot of trouble selling a box for $300, I wouldn't even know where to start. If my kids didn't make a lego fort out of my Rolex's boxes my cleaning service probably threw them out. Oh well.

[Michaelx]

Creating my own private Showroom :-)

Michael

[Watch Chest]

Originally Posted by iazrollie

I'm glad you brought up Apple. That's my point, you have these beautiful iPhones/iPads and they are packaged in disposable cardboard or plastic coffins. They are minimalist and don't have elaborate packaging.

Apple's packaging reflects simplicity and minimalism because that is the company's ethos and approach to the world. Steve Jobs believed computers should be simple, beautiful, and easy to use. Their packaging reflects those principles.

Rolex on the other hand has a different ethos: elegance, influence, excellence, prestige, etc. Also they have strong symbolism with their Oyster case. Their boxes reflect their ethos as well as a mollusc opening up to reveal the oyster inside.

[ec51]

Originally Posted by 5253Reynolds

Haha, thanks that was just my rather poor attempt at humor. I don't really do anything with boxes for shoes, watches, etc... Seems like a lot of trouble selling a box for $300, I wouldn't even know where to start. If my kids didn't make a lego fort out of my Rolex's boxes my cleaning service probably threw them out. Oh well.

A lot of trouble? Snap a couple of pics and throw it on eBay or...sell it right here on TRF. $300+ for some packaging that would normally just sit in my closet and collect dust?? ...I call a good deal.

Send me your boxes -- I will gladly take them off your hands.

[rolexnub]

Tucked away in my closet

[Reu]

Originally Posted by Watch Chest

Apple's packaging reflects simplicity and minimalism because that is the company's ethos and approach to the world. Steve Jobs believed computers should be simple, beautiful, and easy to use. Their packaging reflects those principles.



Rolex on the other hand has a different ethos: elegance, influence, excellence, prestige, etc. Also they have strong symbolism with their Oyster case. Their boxes reflect their ethos as well as a mollusc opening up to reveal the oyster inside.

Boom.

[5253Reynolds]

Originally Posted by ec51

A lot of trouble? Snap a couple of pics and throw it on eBay or...sell it right here on TRF. $300+ for some packaging that would normally just sit in my closet and collect dust?? ...I call a good deal.

Send me your boxes -- I will gladly take them off your hands.

I'll tell you what next time I have my hands on one those green boxes (hopefully not long after the SDC 4000 hits stores), your welcome to it. As long as your not a Yankees fan.

[iazrollie]

Originally Posted by Michaelx

Creating my own private Showroom :-)

Michael

Sick! I wonder if that is how Rolex intended for us to use the boxes. Rather than most of us who hide these items in closets, etc.

[submariner66]

Originally Posted by padi56

I have all my boxes stored in a cryogenic deep freeze bank as I want my boxes to look like new in a hundred years time.And for my watches I have had a specially made Rolex certified bed made from the finest materials known to man.Its lined with the finest silk and specially padded with the finest softest Pashmina as not to scratch the 904L S.steel.And it has a built in winder to gently rock my Rolex to sleep and keep its heart ticking at a constant 28800BPH.Plus the added feature of thermostatically heat humidity and air conditioned controlled to the COSC standard.Its fully programmed to lull my Rolex to sleep when off my wrist, with soothing ticking music and whale sounds to help it drift into a place of peace and Rolex tranquility.

I have the exact same set up only mine is bigger and better.

[Nycturbovr6]

I keep mine

[Annan]

I keep them. I leave one on my dresser as a resting place for whichever of my two watches I'm not currently wearing. If/when you flip some buyers attach a value to the fact you have all original boxes, tags, etc. I also see boxes for sale on ebay. And....I recently noticed an online grey dealer who offers $100 for boxes.

[ec51]

Originally Posted by 5253Reynolds

I'll tell you what next time I have my hands on one those green boxes (hopefully not long after the SDC 4000 hits stores), your welcome to it. As long as your not a Yankees fan.

Done deal...!!

Yankees...who?

[h20addict]

Locked in my safe, although i only have one so its easy.

[kbutler1]

Packed in the closet.

[FTX I]

I keep them with high consideration. Love to open my closet in the morning and see my watches and their boxes.

[andpassport]

Save with the papers and receipts

[adamlea]

My box is a virgin - it's never been defiled by a real watch. And like all of my other virginal relics, I keep it in a special drawer. With potpourri.

[Starbucksboss]

Safe

[Ru4scuba]

Only watch box I used regularly is my Bell and Ross. The size is perfect for holding multiple straps. The rest are tucked away.

[tattooedfagin]

Throw them in a bigger box with others so they're not lonely & retire them to the loft & all paperwork is stored elsewhere

[sea-dweller]

I store them in a cool, dark place, in case of resale one day.

[jshepard]

I put it in a box somewhere in the garage... Not for resale purposes, just don't want to throw it away...

[Beef]

In a closet. The watches (except a couple) in a bank vault. Funny thing is, if a burglar ever broke into my house and opened the closet, he'd think I was a box collector! All those boxes and just one watch (I'd be wearing one.)