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22 January 2018, 10:08 AM | #31 |
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I think some of the previous posters are so worried about you, that they are not reading your notes carefully.
Sounds like you’re meeting face-to-face, at an AD, who can pop the back, and check legitimacy. Pay the guy $100, and bring a nice cab. If I’ve read you correctly, go for it! Hell... I’m jealous! (BTW, you didn’t post how much you’re paying, so share it, please! I’m not interested in offering more or an shenanigans like that, but it’ll be good to see the crazy premiums starting to come down, if they are.) Good luck, and send us the wrist pic, OK?
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22 January 2018, 10:10 AM | #32 |
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There is not a chance the premiums are coming down for the white 116500; you can check WatchRecon for verification of that. This is either a great deal for the OP or some shenanigans... tough to know without any idea on background of the seller.
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22 January 2018, 10:10 AM | #33 |
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buy the seller first.
I am skeptical on this. good luck.
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22 January 2018, 10:43 AM | #35 |
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If you must do this deal, it needs to be done at the RSC...
Honestly, why wouldn’t he just take it to 47th St if he only wants a small premium? He could obviously get it there... so why is he selling it to you at the same price that he can obtain from a reputable grey (which would be an easier transaction for him), doesn’t make sense to me and you’re flying a little close to the sun, IMO. |
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Quick legit check on 116500LN
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This is the best strategy since the seller will balk if the watch is bogus for either of two reasons: fake or stolen. By telling the seller where you’ll meet for the reasons of validation + theft registry check, he’ll find some reason to balk if either is a problem. If all is OK, you’ve dodged a big bullet. And as crazy as it sounds, leave the watch with the RSC for “regulation”. (Yeah I know it might not need it, but just an extra step like belt & suspenders) That eliminates one last risk: a cohort trying to heist it from you once you merge from the RSC and back on the street. You can always come back in a few days to fetch the freshly regulated watch. Sent from my iPhoneX using Tapatalk
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22 January 2018, 11:33 AM | #38 |
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Best of luck on this deal. Keep us posted as it sounds like you’re going forward with this.
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22 January 2018, 11:43 AM | #40 |
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I hadn't thought of this at all but anything is possible. I doubt the guy would meet me at all if this were the case. He would be on camera. Much easier to pull this off with someone more naïve. I got burned when I was a teen a couple of times. One thing that is always a red flag is when a seller offers to buy you lunch, a drink or anything really. That's a textbook confidence scam.
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If this falls through, no big deal. I'll keep looking and waiting. I passed on a black one before the summer for $15.5k because I really wanted the white one and spent most of the fall regretting that decision when I saw prices go even higher.
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It is not unheard of for thieves to post up for sale ads with high-dollar/high-demand items with the intention of robbing those who come to purchase them. Their willingness (or lack thereof) to meet and do the transaction at an AD or bank should be a good initial barometer on the deal. Before even wasting your time with a meet-up though, you might simply request a specific pic of the watch from the seller to confirm that he does in fact have it in his possession. Have him text you a pic with the watch set to a specific time, with one pusher unscrewed, etc. Shouldn't take any time at all to snap one on their phone and text it over. Speaking of which, assuming you already have the seller's phone number, you might verify that it's legitimate and not a VOIP/Google Voice number. Also, as mentioned previously, be aware of the potential bait-and-switch scams. Some are more nefarious (and potentially expensive) than others. For instance, one could post pics of a legitimate ceramic Daytona, but bring a high quality fake when meeting in person. Or, they could post legit pics, but bring an older model that's had an aftermarket ceramic bezel installed, etc., etc. All that being said, good luck and be sure to post pics if you get it! |
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22 January 2018, 12:29 PM | #44 |
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Definitely. I'll check how the crown feels when winding, how the pushers unscrew, etc. I really appreciate everyone's comments and suggestions. It's human nature to be suspicious of strangers but there are still good, honest people out there and I hope this dude is one of them. Would love to finally get this watch.
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just be aware, they make copies of these that are almost impossible to tell now... ive seen them here in KL and the ONLY difference is the thickness of it.
Markings,layout and functions are identical... right down the case stickers.... even the new boxes are almost impossible to tell so make sure you are 100% sure as everyone else has said
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Meeting at an AD is not going to work because AD’s frown upon secondary traction’s at their store and would you really want an AD opening up the case back on your watch as the seller or buyer? Meeting at a RSC is the best solution for your situation.
The seller can sell it to a trusted reseller on this forum and make a profit of 4k plus profit so why would he sell it slightly over his cost? Doesn’t really make sense to me, market value on a fully stickered white dial is going to be over 17k so if he is selling it for substantialy less then you really have to evaluate the situation. Quote:
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Spend the money and buy one from a reputable seller here. It’s worth the money spent. Do it once and do it right. Seller is abroad, you are about to get ripped off.
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What was the outcome on this one?
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Again the watch in his/their possession is legit, but that does not mean that I would receive it if I would receive anything at all. I’m waiting for another response to confirm the watch is indeed here in NYC. If not, I have already told him it would be an immediate dealbreaker. All of you are right. We all know what this watch is going for. While what he’s asking is not chump change, it’s still a substantial amount that I’m not willing to risk. I’m still on a reputable waiting list at Wempe with order papers. That may mean I have to wait a couple of years but eventually I will get one from them. I will also be frequently traveling to Europe this year since my father is sick and I can attempt to source one while over there. I’ll keep you guys posted. I’m still going to see what he says but as of this moment it doesn’t look like I will go through with it.
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The problem with modified 520s is a very good point. I have seen them on 47th street along with genuine 500s and honestly it is hard to tell the difference especially when the work is done properly. This would require removing the bracelet to verify the reference among other things. It’s a damn shame this watch is so problematic. If only Rolex supplied their ADs with just a little more supply. There are so many people willing to buy this watch at retail and they’re leaving money on the table just to create more hype. I’ve found that people who’ve had more success acquiring them without being VIPs have gotten them from ADs in smaller markets. I’ve come across people who have acquired both at retail without any relationship with the AD. A lot of luck is obviously involved.
Rolex is basically using the nightclub tactic. Holding the door with long lines outside the “hot” club and when you get in it’s at half capacity. I’ve been there and done that. Paying ridiculous amounts of money for a table and bottles. Now that I’m older, I wouldn’t waste my money with this sort of rubbish anymore.
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Sounds like you’ll skip this deal based on the watch not being “in hand” in the US.
I agree - skip it. For one thing, the deal under those circumstances would mean someone shipping it through Customs - very sketchy IMHO. Sent from my iPhoneX using Tapatalk
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Yeah. Quick look on Chrono24 and the lowest a stickered white 500 is going for is nearly $21k. No one is going to leave thousands on the table. It’s a shame. I simply wouldn’t pay anywhere that amount for a modern steel Rolex. There are so many nice, mint-condition 16618s and other PM watches available in that range as well as stuff like blue dial Royal Oaks. The 500 will eventually hover at or slightly above retail after a decade just like the previous version after the hype dies down and other new releases take the spotlight. Rolex will definitely be releasing lots of highly coveted references throughout the next decade. Who knows what they may release at Baselworld.
I’ll remain patient and keep an eye out for a good deal that isn’t problematic. I may even get one from the AD which is honestly what I would prefer. I would love to have my name on the card along with the original bill of sale. And honestly when you’re paying retail or above that’s the way it should be. If one can get something for a good discount then it doesn’t really matter but when paying full price or above I think it does.
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I've decided not to waste anymore time with this. It's just too shady. I'm certain that at least two people are involved and as mentioned many times above, a white 500 can be rather easily sold for $18k and over if the person is not in a rush. No one is going to leave money on the table out of the kindness of their heart. Thanks to everyone who chimed in. When something is too good to be true, it will be the case 99% percent of the time.
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Shoot, even worn and in good condition I'd be skeptical under $16,500 - $17,000. Looks like almost everything has started to tick lower (maybe except the SD43, which has remained relatively stable), while the white 500 continues going upwards. |
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As has been mentioned above, unfortunately counterfeiters are now producing fakes that are very hard to spot. You really need to use a lupe or magnification to see the imperfections that are not visible to the naked eye. I know the fakes will always have thicker cases but this is something that will only be noticeable to people who own Daytonas or have handled lots of them. In the near future this will be a watch that will have to be purchased from an AD or physical stores and sellers with immaculate reputations.
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