Half Gold Sub Retail Price

[minute_man]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Me too, and I also prefer Half Gold to "bi-metal", which is or was common usage in the UK. Come to think of it, Half Gold even sounds better to me than Rolesor, which is a 90-year-old trademark. Sign me up for the Half Golders

Half Gold is close enough to the term we use here, so sign me up too

[blargle]

not sure too many people in this thread actually own this watch, what a bunch of strange responses, anyway, here are some points that could help your decision

- this is not an investment piece
- it is VERY flashy / stands out in public - be aware of this, you WILL be noticed wearing this, and it is not something i would ever wear in a work place or a high crime area
- the blue face is incredible, I find it hilarious to see someone's rolex 'collection' and its just a bunch of black face GMTs paired with black face Subs and sea dwellers - the blue face is really incredible
- IT IS A SCRATCH MAGNET - the 'half gold' you refer to, on the bracelet, will scratch if a slight gust of wind blows on it, it will look terrible for a while, then fine as you will have so many scratches they will blend, but it will be COVERED in scratches - do not buy this if this will be a problem for you
- i preferred the old model gold text, white is ok, but looks... strange, you get used to it after a while
- again, this is not an investment piece, it isnt SS and it isnt a black face boring sub or GMT, and if the market turns around again, i could genuinely see this model being one of the first to trade for sub retail price at the greys

hope this was helpful

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by blargle

not sure too many people in this thread actually own this watch, what a bunch of strange responses, anyway, here are some points that could help your decision

- this is not an investment piece
- it is VERY flashy / stands out in public - be aware of this, you WILL be noticed wearing this, and it is not something i would ever wear in a work place or a high crime area
- the blue face is incredible, I find it hilarious to see someone's rolex 'collection' and its just a bunch of black face GMTs paired with black face Subs and sea dwellers - the blue face is really incredible
- IT IS A SCRATCH MAGNET - the 'half gold' you refer to, on the bracelet, will scratch if a slight gust of wind blows on it, it will look terrible for a while, then fine as you will have so many scratches they will blend, but it will be COVERED in scratches - do not buy this if this will be a problem for you
- i preferred the old model gold text, white is ok, but looks... strange, you get used to it after a while
- again, this is not an investment piece, it isnt SS and it isnt a black face boring sub or GMT, and if the market turns around again, i could genuinely see this model being one of the first to trade for sub retail price at the greys

hope this was helpful

As someone who recently bought one, it's taken a while to get my hands on one. It's still in demand. It's also an absolutely stunning piece. i believe the time of the investment Rolex is waning with the exception of some special pieces. One AD I shop with said "no" and another who I've bought more pieces from got me it (and relatively quickly). I'd not worry about scratched PCL as that would happen on SS PCLs as well. It can be polished if the desire ever arises. I absolutely love the new shape, the glide lock is a nice clasp but not essential imho. The 72 hour reserve is nice. It feels much better balanced to my wrist than my old 114060. I agree that it is much more attractive than the Sub Date in black which I kind of find mundane (but different strokes for different folks). Here's mine in the evening shadows on my run just a little bit ago.

[dannyboy123]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

As someone who recently bought one, it's taken a while to get my hands on one. It's still in demand. It's also an absolutely stunning piece. i believe the time of the investment Rolex is waning with the exception of some special pieces. One AD I shop with said "no" and another who I've bought more pieces from got me it (and relatively quickly). I'd not worry about scratched PCL as that would happen on SS PCLs as well. It can be polished if the desire ever arises. I absolutely love the new shape, the glide lock is a nice clasp but not essential imho. The 72 hour reserve is nice. It feels much better balanced to my wrist than my old 114060. I agree that it is much more attractive than the Sub Date in black which I kind of find mundane (but different strokes for different folks). Here's mine in the evening shadows on my run just a little bit ago.

I agree fully. It's an epic watch. Timeless. Currently hard to get, maybe less so when the frenzy dies down, but won't go down in value. And after a rub and tug at the RSC those scratches will be gone. I have a tt gmt and a ym and the PCLs are what they are. Not to us but not others, and of course polishable - buy it if you love it!

[pedersenkl]

If you like it, a purchase at MSRP through an AD is good. I doubt we’ll see below retail any day soon.

[SLWoodster]

Nothing.

I think it says more about what is wrong with OP or a certain type of enthusiast or collector. OP said nothing about why he likes or doesn't like the watch. Said nothing about any other criteria.

"I'm not going to resell it but should i buy it if it's going to lose value"

We should be glad more these types are identified more easily during these times of cratering secondary prices. There's no love for the timepiece, just hype and some $.

I hope the prices crater until I get 25% off gold pieces again. I will keep buying watches.

Originally Posted by WatchGuy1966

What is wrong with you?

[hutch300]

I have a half gold sub and have had a half gold GMT. I like half gold. I like all steel and I like all gold. I buy what I like. My half gold sub would be the first to go if I downsized how many subs I have.

[Gab27]

IMHO and FWIW, it is a good buy when you want it to the extent that you are not worried about depreciation.

[EEpro]

Originally Posted by Viper0419

Guys,

I am being offered a half gold blue sub (126613LB) at retail.

Can I know, given the current situation of the market, is it still a good buy?

I am not buying to flip, but just worried about a potential crash.

Appreciate any point of view but please don't flame...

Historically before the hype they traded a couple thousand under retail. If you like it you wear and it costs a couple thousand if you move it on. Go for it if you love it.

As long as you don't pay over retail there's nothing wrong with this arrangement.

[Polar Bear]

If you're hoping to pick it up for 30% off retail if the market crashes, I'd say you're dreaming
Unless you plan to go preowned, the only way you're going to get this at anything under retail is for the person selling it to have purchased it from an AD at below retail
I doubt we'll see Rolex ADs discounting anytime soon (and if they do it wont be much)

Buy it but be prepared to take a 10%-15% hair cut when/if you sell it

[link517]

Lol, I tried the "half-gold" on in person and was impressed. I'd normally and historically thought two tone was not for me but the demo model I tried on was very nice.

Interesting motivation and concern to get a watch but in the end, you do you. If I had similar thoughts, I would not get. If I was offered this watch by AD, I'd get, but that's m own opinion independent of any realizable market value. The only time I think realizable market value should come into account is if a lightly used version is available at a hefty discount to retail(Land Rovers/omegas except that silly snoopy one etc..)

[Bladeshot]

If it “really matters” what the future value is, don’t buy it.

Buy it if you like it and if you can afford it.

Speculation on watches is not healthy.

It’s a lovely watch! One of my favorites. The two tone submariner was my first submariner.

[JebM]

We dont call them half gold

[doboy007]

Just so you know, half of the weight of the watch is not gold :)

[Viper0419]

thanks for all the input.

Really enjoyed the read and I am not the least affected by some of the rude remarks as I expected that from the start having read in this and many others forum.

As to the half-gold comment, it is hilarious. Agreed, "half-gold" is only use in where we are (i.e. Asia). Just like we do not usually use the term two tone. Great to know across cultures, we can discuss the same thing and name them differently.

I guess I will just need to pick up the watch from the AD and know for myself if I have made a mistake week, months or years later.

Cheers all!

[alphadweller]

Originally Posted by Viper0419

thanks for all the input.

Really enjoyed the read and I am not the least affected by some of the rude remarks as I expected that from the start having read in this and many others forum.

As to the half-gold comment, it is hilarious. Agreed, "half-gold" is only use in where we are (i.e. Asia). Just like we do not usually use the term two tone. Great to know across cultures, we can discuss the same thing and name them differently.

I guess I will just need to pick up the watch from the AD and know for myself if I have made a mistake week, months or years later.

Cheers all!

I love how you guys call it the Blue Golden Water Ghost, epic name for a terrific watch!

[indianmachine]

wouldn't buy it unless you want the watch

[Mr. K]

At retail from an AD, still a good buy. Could you get a cheaper at some point? Possibly. But it's likely going to be used and you will not be the original owner.

I get where you're coming from. No matter how much you like to watch, or how much money you have, you always want to know what the market is. That's just good sense.

And you would think by coming to a forum like this you could get some good information.

Enjoy the watch,

I've never had a regret buying a rolex. I have many regrets for not buying certain rolexes though.

[dannyboy123]

This Rolex will never be up for grabs for less than RRP.

[jimcameron]

Wait for the crash. You'll be able to pick one up for 1/3$

[TheVTCGuy]

Hey, “Half-gold” is a lot better then some of the bizarre nicknames people have labeled fine watches with on this site.

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Hey, “Half-gold” is a lot better then some of the bizarre nicknames people have labeled fine watches with on this site.

Now that is an fact. For example “Cookie Monster” is a slap in the face to such an elegant watch.

[link517]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Hey, “Half-gold” is a lot better then some of the bizarre nicknames people have labeled fine watches with on this site.

Absolutely agree.

[garyk]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Hey, “Half-gold” is a lot better then some of the bizarre nicknames people have labeled fine watches with on this site.

Exactly. I think the OP is onto something here!

[Cru Jones]

Given how hot SS pieces are, would calling it "half steel" make it seem more chic/desirable?

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Given how hot SS pieces are, would calling it "half steel" make it seem more chic/desirable?

This of course, is correct

[desmomini]

Yes, buying now at MSRP would be a good move. You won't be hurt when you sell.

[Emery]

My half steel Explorer can now be had below retail price - make of it what you will of things to come.

[NYG1121]

Half gold is such a good term. So accurate! Nicely done OP

[Stellite]

I am not a fan of gold watches as they seem pretentious to me overall, unless they are white gold. For some reason the half gold, formerly known as bluesy, gets a pass. It is stunning in person. The only version I don't like is the one with the light blue dial that came out several years ago. Looked like the same ugly dial the smurf came with.