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peterx · 10 February 2009, 12:46 PM

[B]To those who have bought from forum members...what did the transaction entails when both parties cannot meet up....what is the safest way to transfer money and how can buyers be protected....do we pay first and hope that package arrives or can we pay cod....is it true that with paypal or credit card you are at least a little protected....i know it's a sensitive trust issue but we are dealing with a large sum for any rolex...thanks

chenx15 · 10 February 2009, 12:48 PM

reference very important. once you get that out of the way everything is safe

ijen0311 · 10 February 2009, 12:54 PM

I agree with chenx. I purchased a watch from a forum member and there was a great deal of mutual trust involved, but after talking to him I knew it was all good

MrCowboy99 · 10 February 2009, 01:00 PM

I met the forum member in person.

bodybump · 10 February 2009, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by peterx

[B]To those who have bought from forum members...what did the transaction entails when both parties cannot meet up....what is the safest way to transfer money and how can buyers be protected....do we pay first and hope that package arrives or can we pay cod....is it true that with paypal or credit card you are at least a little protected....i know it's a sensitive trust issue but we are dealing with a large sum for any rolex...thanks

Peter always ask people who has been here for a long time..ask for reference...talk to the phone and change personal info...put a thread in the seller's who's who...if both parties cant meet up..wire transaction is the best way to go...paypal is ok..but they will charge you 4% from the total amount...most people requirepayment first before they ship their item... i say this forum is more safer than buying something on ebay...We are a very tight group here......People are very helpful and will guide you all the way...im not saying that you can trust anyone...but only those people who have dealt with one another and with a very good reputation in the forum...if you need questions im willing to help you...just pm me...-oscar

ippon20 · 10 February 2009, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MrCowboy99

I met the forum member in person.

x2 check your references. There are some very good people on here that will go out of their way to help you. Each deal requires a little trust on both ends. For what it's worth, I wouldn't buy a preowned rolex from anyone NOT a member of this board.

AIKO · 10 February 2009, 01:19 PM

I only buy from forum sellers who are well known. I would rather pay a few hundred dollars more for peace of mind. Bank wire or PayPal is ok if I am the buyer. I will only do US deals if I am the seller-too many insurance and shipping hassels unfortunately.

springer · 10 February 2009, 01:36 PM

I've sold several watches here and have received payment via cash, US Postal money orders, certified checks, personal checks and bank wire transfers. Personally, I don't take Paypal but some on the sellers here do take Paypal.

Some of the info provided here is "spot on." Check out the seller, ask for references and get a personal dialogue going with the seller via a TELEPHONE. Emails and PM's are nice but very impersonal and you'll learn much more about someone via a phone conversation.

Good luck.

Bisquitlips · 10 February 2009, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by springer

I've sold several watches here and have received payment via cash, US Postal money orders, certified checks, personal checks and bank wire transfers. Personally, I don't take Paypal but some on the sellers here do take Paypal.

Some of the info provided here is "spot on." Check out the seller, ask for references and get a personal dialogue going with the seller via a TELEPHONE. Emails and PM's are nice but very impersonal and you'll learn much more about someone via a phone conversation.

Good luck.

Totally agree with John! Mr. Springer sent me a very fine GMT II Pepsi, and I sent him 4 very fine USPS Money Orders!

Worked out just fine!

sea-dweller · 10 February 2009, 04:06 PM

Good information in this post. Thanks, everyone !

SLS · 10 February 2009, 04:46 PM

Most of the larger dealers operate on numerous forums, I would recommend going to www.watchnet.com to check references...anybody who is somebody in this business has feedback on that site. In particular, check out the Good Guys section.
~Scott

10 February 2009, 12:46 PM	#1
peterx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: ontario,canada Watch: DD2YR,GMT2cBLNR Posts: 34	Safest way to buy from forum members.... [B]To those who have bought from forum members...what did the transaction entails when both parties cannot meet up....what is the safest way to transfer money and how can buyers be protected....do we pay first and hope that package arrives or can we pay cod....is it true that with paypal or credit card you are at least a little protected....i know it's a sensitive trust issue but we are dealing with a large sum for any rolex...thanks

10 February 2009, 12:48 PM	#2
chenx15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: somewhere Posts: 2,891	reference very important. once you get that out of the way everything is safe __________________ 16 GS Titles 16 AMS titles (1 short of Agassi) 23 Consecutive GS semifinals 17/18 of the last GS finals, 237 consecutive weeks #1 5 consecutive wimbledon + 1 = 6 cups 5 consecutive US open 4 Australian open 1 Sweet french open a crown for every achievement The Greatest Of All Time loves Rolex

10 February 2009, 01:36 PM	#8
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,319	I've sold several watches here and have received payment via cash, US Postal money orders, certified checks, personal checks and bank wire transfers. Personally, I don't take Paypal but some on the sellers here do take Paypal. Some of the info provided here is "spot on." Check out the seller, ask for references and get a personal dialogue going with the seller via a TELEPHONE. Emails and PM's are nice but very impersonal and you'll learn much more about someone via a phone conversation. Good luck. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

10 February 2009, 04:06 PM	#10
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Good information in this post. Thanks, everyone ! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

10 February 2009, 04:46 PM	#11
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	Most of the larger dealers operate on numerous forums, I would recommend going to www.watchnet.com to check references...anybody who is somebody in this business has feedback on that site. In particular, check out the Good Guys section. ~Scott __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

10 February 2009, 12:54 PM	#3
ijen0311 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jen Location: Jax, FL Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 3,977	I agree with chenx. I purchased a watch from a forum member and there was a great deal of mutual trust involved, but after talking to him I knew it was all good

10 February 2009, 01:00 PM	#4
MrCowboy99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mac Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,367	I met the forum member in person.

10 February 2009, 01:19 PM	#7
AIKO "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 1,937	I only buy from forum sellers who are well known. I would rather pay a few hundred dollars more for peace of mind. Bank wire or PayPal is ok if I am the buyer. I will only do US deals if I am the seller-too many insurance and shipping hassels unfortunately.

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