Bob's Watches

[GGGMT]

I’ve bought twice from bobs but I’d nEver sell to them.

[Cheng]

Originally Posted by GGGMT

I’ve bought twice from bobs but I’d nEver sell to them.

[dadonn2]

Good to see this thread is still alive - I have a question as I was considering buying from them. It states on their website - "All watches are shipped to fit the average size wrist (7 1/4" - 7 1/2" for men and 6 1/4" - 6 1/2" for women). Additional links can be purchased if needed." Does anyone know if they sell watches full linked (assuming they were purchased as a fully linked set) or do they always remove links? Having looked at a few watches, they all appeared to have 10 links which I believe is two short. Not convinced or accusing— just inquiring.

[jw72]

Mine came with all factory links installed no extra links in box. I think they can add extra links if you need more than factory.

[Sgooter]

OP: Determine the correct number of links in a full set, then insist that Bob's promises that a full set of genuine OEM links are present in your "new" watch at the agreed to price...and get their promise in writing. Of course, they may not agree, but then you can make an informed decision. I've always taken this stance on pre-owned watches and have always been successful, though I've never dealt with Bob's.

[1665fan]

They keep 1 or 2 links out of every bracelet…. Not cool

[jaisonline]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

They keep 1 or 2 links out of every bracelet…. Not cool

Oh yes. I call it the online watch resale bookie Vigorish. It’s a joke but too easy for them to pass up on.

It’s also funny how bob (& others) will sell you watch that needs movement servicing and if you ask about servicing, they make no big deal about it being needed. However, if you’re selling a watch, totally different story & they will knock the offer lower.

Same goes for watch age. I bought a 16713 Y serial GMT Root Beer and the incorrect serial letter was advertised (slightly newer) . When I asked about it after arrival, they acted like it wasn’t a big deal. Opposite story when selling them a watch thought.

[1665fan]

Originally Posted by jaisonline

Oh yes. I call it the online watch resale bookie Vigorish. It’s a joke but too easy for them to pass up on.

It’s also funny how bob (& others) will sell you watch that needs movement servicing and if you ask about servicing, they make no big deal about it being needed. However, if you’re selling a watch, totally different story & they will knock the offer lower.

Same goes for watch age. I bought a 16713 Y serial GMT Root Beer and the incorrect serial letter was advertised (slightly newer) . When I asked about it after arrival, they acted like it wasn’t a big deal. Opposite story when selling them a watch thought.

Yea I’d like to see his stash of platinum and gold links he’s robbed from everybody over the years

[214270Explorer]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

Yea I’d like to see his stash of platinum and gold links he’s robbed from everybody over the years

Yikes! I believe you could get sued for that statement. Jus' sayin'.

[1665fan]

Originally Posted by 214270Explorer

Yikes! I believe you could get sued for that statement. Jus' sayin'.

I will settle out of court……3 oyster links and 4DD links….

[214270Explorer]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

I will settle out of court……3 oyster links and 4DD links….

Heh!
I had a REALLY bad experience with them regarding their crap service.
Very bad attitude and dismissive as all get-out.
I wish I could have sued them over it, but whaddya gonna do. Live and learn.
I tell everyone to avoid that place.
(Yeah, they can sue me too for noting the crap service.) ;-)

[Johny]

Bump to top.

[Johny]

Originally Posted by Johny

Bump to top.

bump

[GGGMT]

2 great experiences thus far with bobs. Full set B&P plexi 1601 and 16013. Fab watches.


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[GGGMT]

Originally Posted by GGGMT

2 great experiences thus far with bobs. Full set B&P plexi 1601 and 16013. Fab watches.


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[GGGMT]

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[Johny]

Originally Posted by 214270Explorer

Heh!
I had a REALLY bad experience with them regarding their crap service.
Very bad attitude and dismissive as all get-out.
I wish I could have sued them over it, but whaddya gonna do. Live and learn.
I tell everyone to avoid that place.
(Yeah, they can sue me too for noting the crap service.) ;-)

wow.

[sirC]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

Yea I’d like to see his stash of platinum and gold links he’s robbed from everybody over the years

There is no Bob at Bob's Watches. There used to be a Bob. Bob Thompson in North Carolina. He sold the biz in 2010 to Paul Altieri for $8,000. Technically it would be Paul who is keeping links. He might have a guy working there named Bob but since they sell high end watches he probably goes by Robert.
And yes I have purchased from Bob/Paul. No problem with the transactions and I specified I wanted all links Rolex would include. Bob/Paul obliged.

[GGGMT]

Good experiences with Bob. Great vintage pieces. All links. Full sets.


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[southtexas]

Originally Posted by GGGMT

Good experiences with Bob. Great vintage pieces. All links. Full sets.


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Are you getting a discount? ;)






I kid!


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[GGGMT]

Originally Posted by southtexas

Are you getting a discount? ;)






I kid!


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I should be! But nope, just sold me two great watches admittedly in the old days like 7-8 years ago


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[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

They keep 1 or 2 links out of every bracelet…. Not cool

I hear you but I honestly cannot believe that of this firm. Why take links? Really makes no sense to me. The profit on the buying and sale of watches is significant for them and pettiness over links could impact that profit.

[Calatrava r]

In searching for watches to buy I kept seeing Bob's pop up with what appeared to be the item for sale. Called and they did not have the watch, it was just a review or something.

[wesdaniel]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I hear you but I honestly cannot believe that of this firm. Why take links? Really makes no sense to me. The profit on the buying and sale of watches is significant for them and pettiness over links could impact that profit.

Watchbox sells all bracelets sized to fit 7.25" wrist. If they get a larger bracelet, they take links from it. If they get a smaller bracelet, they add links to it. I presume Bob's does something similar.

[KatGirl]

Originally Posted by breitlings

If bobs watches bid on your item at auction I am sure they would pay every cent of the legally binding bid. When they send an offer by email. It says "up to" that amount pretty clearly. I would expect to have most watches to come in below that highest offer.

I am shocked at the accusation of bait and switch provided their quotes including the one you had provided says "up to" right before the offer. the up to means what bob has offered is not a bait and switch. I would expect every non complete watch to be about $500 less than their maximum.

They aren't backing off a bid. They are giving you a hard offer upon inspection of the watch. I would sell it and move on and know they are going to put the cash in you account asap. i would guess on the watches I own I would get 1000-2000 more than bobs pays on ebay. But there is more risk imo and ebay and perhaps paypal fees.

I was warned about Bob’s years ago, when looking for a used 16610. When I look now, I look elsewhere. In fact, someone steered me to Takuya. Sellers get reputations for a reason, good or bad. So, if many people are saying the same thing, believe them. “Where there’s smoke, there’s usually fire.”

Kat


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[1William]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

I was warned about Bob’s years ago, when looking for a used 16610. When I look now, I look elsewhere. In fact, someone steered me to Takuya. Sellers get reputations for a reason, good or bad. So, if many people are saying the same thing, believe them. “Where there’s smoke, there’s usually fire.”

Kat


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Very true.

[Guppydriver]

Originally Posted by KatGirl

I was warned about Bob’s years ago, when looking for a used 16610. When I look now, I look elsewhere. In fact, someone steered me to Takuya. Sellers get reputations for a reason, good or bad. So, if many people are saying the same thing, believe them. “Where there’s smoke, there’s usually fire.”

Kat


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I agree....

Too many trusted sellers here with virtually 100% positive feedback during and after the sale. I can almost guarantee you that at least one of the 3-5 big TRF trusted sellers will always be able to match Bob's pricing. There is no upside and not worth the risk of being shorted links.

[AlabamaLawyer1988]

Don’t fool with Bobs.

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[aniconic]

Originally Posted by wesdaniel

Watchbox sells all bracelets sized to fit 7.25" wrist. If they get a larger bracelet, they take links from it. If they get a smaller bracelet, they add links to it. I presume Bob's does something similar.

Not sure why you claim this. You can find many examples with bracelets larger than 7.25.

For example:
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak: 7.5 inch bracelet
https://www.thewatchbox.com/shop/4683801.html

18K WG GMTII: 7.5 inch bracelet https://www.thewatchbox.com/shop/4678496.html

18K YG Daytona: 7.75 inch bracelet
https://www.thewatchbox.com/shop/4660106.html

Yes, you can find watches with bracelets fitting 7.25, or 7, or even 6 inch wrist. But you can find plenty to fit larger wrists.

[GGGMT]

Originally Posted by wesdaniel

Watchbox sells all bracelets sized to fit 7.25" wrist. If they get a larger bracelet, they take links from it. If they get a smaller bracelet, they add links to it. I presume Bob's does something similar.

Based on my experience, this is factually erroneous. I purchased a 216570 from WatchBox, and it had all of the factory links with it. It also had about six months of Rolex warranty on it, so, when there was an issue, I sent it back to WatchBox, who sent it back to Rolex, RSC, who fixed it, provided for paperwork, and sent it back to me. An expensive, but an honest seller, in my opinion and experience.


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