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Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by meganfox17

I was just waiting for sometime to post this comment so this is my cue call !
Surely you must know that the Big Crown without the crown guards is the hallmark feature of both the original James Bond Sub Ref 6538 and Tudor Sub ref 7922 , both highly sought after by watch collectors. Don't you get it ? Serious watch collectors are not looking for pretty watches! Those watches don't pay "Big" money! Part of the allure is the preservation of its ancestorial DNA that codes the quirkiness of the Big crown which in turn makes the smiling ETA Black Rose such an exceptional and outstanding timepiece

That’s poetry!

Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Jcy90

Crazy how expensive these have gotten. I’m reading that strap version is in higher demand?

I recommend to any buyer make sure at minimum you get the correct box and The warranty card. If your lucky and get a receipt from an AD even better. The box and paperwork is what proves what you have and in the future will be priceless. The correct box btw has the black laquered exterior with brown interior. I’ve seen Black Bays in Pelagos Black Leatherette boxes which is a dealer mistake.

Drss01 · 22 February 2018, 06:36 AM

I have a BBB ETA that was purchased from AD I am original owner, and it is a strap version.

this is great news! however its been my daily driver - I have used it a lot - should I not be??

meganfox17 · 22 February 2018, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by opawlows

I have only seen this speculated by one individual here. From what I have seen, basically any full kit with all accessories and matching paperwork is commanding higher prices.

I wonder who that One individual is? I agree with your assessment but in addition something else makes it even more valuable
Try and Zoom In on the photo below and see what's printed on the card. Just imagine that innocent word on the card alone means the watch is worth even more....

opawlows · 22 February 2018, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Polarbears

It’s been discussed a lot. Somewhere around 500 units have the card that says strap. I’m hoping to snag that version myself as it’s the same watch but definitely less exist.

I've only seen this discussed in one of the threads by another member on here. I haven't read or seen anything to substantiate this outside of this forum, especially as the majority of FS threads that I saw (prior to and following this rumour) all seemed to have the leather strap. When I was looking for my ETA BBN, I wanted one on bracelet and it was definitely harder to source than an example on the leather. The leather is still being produced as an option for the current version, so realistically having a pristine strap in the future would be relatively easy to accomplish as an individual could order a replacement for their strap. Yes I understand that it would also be determined by what was on the card, but I feel that having a pristine example with a strap will be less rare in the future than a pristine example with a bracelet. Just my $0.02

astrazen · 22 February 2018, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Drss01

I have a BBB ETA that was purchased from AD I am original owner, and it is a strap version.

this is great news! however its been my daily driver - I have used it a lot - should I not be??

Just wear it.

Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by opawlows

I've only seen this discussed in one of the threads by another member on here. I haven't read or seen anything to substantiate this outside of this forum, especially as the majority of FS threads that I saw (prior to and following this rumour) all seemed to have the leather strap. When I was looking for my ETA BBN, I wanted one on bracelet and it was definitely harder to source than an example on the leather. The leather is still being produced as an option for the current version, so realistically having a pristine strap in the future would be relatively easy to accomplish as an individual could order a replacement for their strap. Yes I understand that it would also be determined by what was on the card, but I feel that having a pristine example with a strap will be less rare in the future than a pristine example with a bracelet. Just my $0.02

I’m not a true collector I was lucky and got one of these and I’d like a second but that’s unlikely. I’ve heard the collectors want the strap as there are less enough times now to believe it. At the end of the day I’m just happy to own one period.

Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Drss01

I have a BBB ETA that was purchased from AD I am original owner, and it is a strap version.

this is great news! however its been my daily driver - I have used it a lot - should I not be??

Enjoy it but take care of it. Great watch you have there!

opawlows · 22 February 2018, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by astrazen

Just wear it.

I was going to say the same thing. My bracelet shows wear as I don't anticipate banking on the BBN to cover my retirement needs.

Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by opawlows

I was going to say the same thing. My bracelet shows wear as I don't anticipate banking on the BBN to cover my retirement needs.

That would be quite cool though if you could retire off a BBN

exador · 22 February 2018, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Polarbears

That would be quite cool though if you could retire off a BBN

Nope. Only Paul Newmans and MilSubs

Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by exador

Nope. Only Paul Newmans and MilSubs

Damn do I love the Milsub!

txaggie9307 · 22 February 2018, 10:38 AM

Sold a bracelet 79220n today for $4300.00.

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Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by txaggie9307

Sold a bracelet 79220n today for $4300.00.

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Damn. I think you will single handedly put these over $6000 and out of reach for most buyers.

txaggie9307 · 22 February 2018, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Polarbears

Damn. I think you will single handedly put these over $6000 and out of reach for most buyers.

Lucky me I found 2 more today....
I’m gonna change my name to black bay noir whisperer...

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Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by txaggie9307

Lucky me I found 2 more today....
I’m gonna change my name to black bay noir whisperer...

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I’ve been thinking that the people selling these watches right now are going to kick themselves. These things could be worth several thousand more in just a few months why flip them now?

springer · 22 February 2018, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by txaggie9307

Howdy guys,

Just so you know you all know how the price is trending for these, I just sold a new leather bracelet model 79220n for $3800.

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ok......................so....good for you.

TickTockChuck · 22 February 2018, 11:20 AM

All very interesting indeed! Some more reading in link below for you BBN-ETA enthusiasts. Cheers!

https://monochrome-watches.com/tudor...s-specs-price/

Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by txaggie9307

Sold a bracelet 79220n today for $4300.00.

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What do you plan on buying with all this loot?

txaggie9307 · 22 February 2018, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Polarbears

What do you plan on buying with all this loot?

Sold my 216570 Explorer II a while back.. thinking of getting it back....

However, it was actually hard to let go of that black bay on bracelet today. I think I am gonna keep the next bracelet one for good.

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Rt0203 · 22 February 2018, 04:05 PM

Apologies if I’ve missed it, but has there been official confirmation on the production numbers on the 79220n?

Polarbears · 22 February 2018, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Rt0203

Apologies if I’ve missed it, but has there been official confirmation on the production numbers on the 79220n?

There are less than 3000.

GB-man · 22 February 2018, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Rt0203

Apologies if I’ve missed it, but has there been official confirmation on the production numbers on the 79220n?

no lol

opawlows · 22 February 2018, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by txaggie9307

Lucky me I found 2 more today....
I’m gonna change my name to black bay noir whisperer...

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I would say that would be a fitting name based on the fact that you have found 4 in what a week?!

Keep one of them this time around!

txaggie9307 · 22 February 2018, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by opawlows

I would say that would be a fitting name based on the fact that you have found 4 in what a week?!

Keep one of them this time around!

I’m trying to but I have a trade offer for a minty 16600 sea dweller that sounds and looks pretty good to me!!

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outtatime · 23 February 2018, 12:56 AM

Did I miss the memo? These had been discontinued for awhile, haven't they? Why the sudden spike?

opawlows · 23 February 2018, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by outtatime

Did I miss the memo? These had been discontinued for awhile, haven't they? Why the sudden spike?

Sudden spike due to speculation on how many of these were actually produced. Further speculations on how many were sent out on bracelet vs. how many were sent with leather straps as well.

Rt0203 · 23 February 2018, 01:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Polarbears

There are less than 3000.

Thanks Polar

unknown · 23 February 2018, 01:42 AM

the 'less than 3000' is pure speculation and BS ? What makes some think this is correct info ?

fleabag · 23 February 2018, 01:44 AM

Few on Chrono24, £2.5k

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22 February 2018, 10:38 AM	#43
txaggie9307 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 564	Sold a bracelet 79220n today for $4300.00. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ *2 FACTOR AUTHENTICATION ENABLED.*

23 February 2018, 12:56 AM	#56
outtatime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: Toledo, OH Watch: Deepsea Posts: 1,136	Did I miss the memo? These had been discontinued for awhile, haven't they? Why the sudden spike? __________________ The above represents my opinion. I may be wrong, but that's how I feel. Scratches ≠ "Character"

23 February 2018, 01:42 AM	#59
unknown "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Europe Posts: 2,868	the 'less than 3000' is pure speculation and BS ? What makes some think this is correct info ? __________________ Instagram : @collectible_watches

22 February 2018, 06:36 AM	#33
Drss01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 39	I have a BBB ETA that was purchased from AD I am original owner, and it is a strap version. this is great news! however its been my daily driver - I have used it a lot - should I not be??

22 February 2018, 11:20 AM	#48
TickTockChuck "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Chuck Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 116610LV Posts: 2,270	All very interesting indeed! Some more reading in link below for you BBN-ETA enthusiasts. Cheers! https://monochrome-watches.com/tudor...s-specs-price/

22 February 2018, 04:05 PM	#51
Rt0203 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Ryan Location: GA Watch: the tide roll Posts: 191	Apologies if I’ve missed it, but has there been official confirmation on the production numbers on the 79220n?

23 February 2018, 01:44 AM	#60
fleabag "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: UK Posts: 1,212	Few on Chrono24, £2.5k Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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