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Frisco · 22 December 2011, 07:10 AM

Hello all,

I am new to the forum and will be on the hunt over the course of this year to pick up my first Rolex. I will be budgeting around 3 to 3.5K for my purchase.

I plan to buy used and I would like to pick up either a two tone DJ or a dateless SS Submariner. Is my price range accurate for those models? Also, what kind of age range should I realistically expect for my budget considering those two models?

Any advice/tips would be greatly appreciated. I currently live in the Dallas/FW metroplex. If there is anyone in the area, I would love to hear your recommendations for trusted local dealers.

I look forward to all your comments. Thanks in advance to all!

perpetualman88 · 22 December 2011, 07:16 AM

you can pick up a datejust SS with box and papers for between 3-3.5k for sure.

The sub might be harder in that price range perhaps without box and papers though and then you might have a shot

77T · 22 December 2011, 11:04 AM

You'll need to do some smart shopping - but it's possible for a SS DJ like David said above.

I don't really see you finding a nice Sub at that price - but you could get one needing some work to remove imperfections. Then get the rehab work done as your budget permits.

mjclark32 · 22 December 2011, 11:06 AM

Enjoy the hunt for your watch!

MoBe · 22 December 2011, 11:44 AM

What they said.

brkanand · 22 December 2011, 11:50 AM

Welcome to TRF. You will soon be able to buy a watch within your budget from trusted sellers in the forum!

bigwatchman · 22 December 2011, 12:36 PM

Welcome. You are in for some fun here on TRF.

SWIMPRUF · 22 December 2011, 12:45 PM

Good luck on your hunt!

TSW · 22 December 2011, 04:16 PM

Welcome

opaline460 · 22 December 2011, 04:53 PM

Welcome n good luck.

le_baroudeur · 22 December 2011, 05:16 PM

welcome, and TAKE YOUR TIME. Your tastes will evolve as you read this forum, and you will know exactly who will be your wrist-wife in a few months !

HL65 · 22 December 2011, 10:41 PM

Welcome to the Forum. I suggest as above--do your homework and go try on some SS models and something will catch your eye--hopefully in your range!! Happy hunting...

impalass · 22 December 2011, 11:33 PM

Welcome to TRF, you have now past the point of no return.

As mentioned, take your time, enjoy the forum and the hunt.

slcbbrown · 22 December 2011, 11:56 PM

In the Dallas area you can try Dallas Watch and Jewelry on Midway. They keep a stock of watches that changes over time. I've bought two ExpII's for sons from them. A friend bought a used DJ from Dallas Gold on 35, also.

I've bought used sport models for your price range, but you have to be patient and you have to learn a little about the brand and all the options. A used DJ in tt or ss can be had for your range, too. If you'll start looking at ebay, you can get some idea about price ranges, but you really have to be careful about buying from just "anyone". If you'll hang around this forum for awhile, you can learn most of what you'll need to buy the watch you want.

I expect any oyster-case Rolex to last 50+ years, so I'm happy to let someone else use a watch for 10-20 years before I buy it.

Frisco · 23 December 2011, 03:00 AM

Thanks everyone for the info, I really appreciate it! After reading some of the responses I did some more poking around on the net and eBay.

It seems as though a black Sub with no date goes for around $4 to $4.5K. This looks to be the model I'm leaning towards. I know this is about $1K above my previously mentioned budget, but I'd rather stick it out a little longer to get the model I truly prefer.

Does that seem like a fair budget for a SS Sub with no date? One seller I saw was Beckertime who had several SS no date Sub's in that range. Are they reputable? Has anyone here done business with them?

Also, in regards to maintenance, how often should a Rolex be serviced? Is there a set maintenance plan for them much like a car? What is the avg cost of maintenance?

Lion · 23 December 2011, 04:04 AM

The recommended time frame for a Rolex to be serviced is every 5 years. But of course that is the manufacturers recommendation and some here go longer in between services. I have a Sub No Date and it's a great watch so just keep your eyes and ears open. Also check out the For Sale section here on the Forum!!!

Mickey® · 23 December 2011, 04:08 AM

Welcome!
I foresee a DJ in your future....and then a Submariner next year...along with an Explorer II...and then...

mrbill2mrbill2 · 23 December 2011, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Frisco

Thanks everyone for the info, I really appreciate it! After reading some of the responses I did some more poking around on the net and eBay.

It seems as though a black Sub with no date goes for around $4 to $4.5K. This looks to be the model I'm leaning towards. I know this is about $1K above my previously mentioned budget, but I'd rather stick it out a little longer to get the model I truly prefer.

Does that seem like a fair budget for a SS Sub with no date? One seller I saw was Beckertime who had several SS no date Sub's in that range. Are they reputable? Has anyone here done business with them?

Also, in regards to maintenance, how often should a Rolex be serviced? Is there a set maintenance plan for them much like a car? What is the avg cost of maintenance?

Good choice to hold off and save for the watch you want.

As for service - 5 to 7 years $650.

22 December 2011, 07:10 AM	#1
Frisco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 3	New Memeber with questions... Hello all, I am new to the forum and will be on the hunt over the course of this year to pick up my first Rolex. I will be budgeting around 3 to 3.5K for my purchase. I plan to buy used and I would like to pick up either a two tone DJ or a dateless SS Submariner. Is my price range accurate for those models? Also, what kind of age range should I realistically expect for my budget considering those two models? Any advice/tips would be greatly appreciated. I currently live in the Dallas/FW metroplex. If there is anyone in the area, I would love to hear your recommendations for trusted local dealers. I look forward to all your comments. Thanks in advance to all!

22 December 2011, 07:16 AM	#2
perpetualman88 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: David Farkas Location: Los Angeles Watch: 116610, 5712/1A Posts: 8,182	you can pick up a datejust SS with box and papers for between 3-3.5k for sure. The sub might be harder in that price range perhaps without box and papers though and then you might have a shot __________________ Instagram: @SwissWatchTime

22 December 2011, 11:04 AM	#3
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	You'll need to do some smart shopping - but it's possible for a SS DJ like David said above. I don't really see you finding a nice Sub at that price - but you could get one needing some work to remove imperfections. Then get the rehab work done as your budget permits. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

22 December 2011, 11:06 AM	#4
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22 December 2011, 12:45 PM	#8
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22 December 2011, 11:44 AM	#5
MoBe "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 6,773	What they said.

22 December 2011, 11:50 AM	#6
brkanand 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: DrK Location: India Watch: 4=YMDaytonaGMTHulk Posts: 7,052	Welcome to TRF. You will soon be able to buy a watch within your budget from trusted sellers in the forum!

22 December 2011, 12:36 PM	#7
bigwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: North Carolina Posts: 1,307	Welcome. You are in for some fun here on TRF.

22 December 2011, 04:16 PM	#9
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22 December 2011, 04:53 PM	#10
opaline460 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,386	Welcome n good luck.

22 December 2011, 05:16 PM	#11
le_baroudeur "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rennes, FRANCE Posts: 802	welcome, and TAKE YOUR TIME. Your tastes will evolve as you read this forum, and you will know exactly who will be your wrist-wife in a few months ! __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Assoc. of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons.

22 December 2011, 10:41 PM	#12
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,009	Welcome to the Forum. I suggest as above--do your homework and go try on some SS models and something will catch your eye--hopefully in your range!! Happy hunting... __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

22 December 2011, 11:33 PM	#13
impalass "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: Toronto, Canada. Watch: SD / LV / Daytona Posts: 2,089	Welcome to TRF, you have now past the point of no return. As mentioned, take your time, enjoy the forum and the hunt.

22 December 2011, 11:56 PM	#14
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,689	In the Dallas area you can try Dallas Watch and Jewelry on Midway. They keep a stock of watches that changes over time. I've bought two ExpII's for sons from them. A friend bought a used DJ from Dallas Gold on 35, also. I've bought used sport models for your price range, but you have to be patient and you have to learn a little about the brand and all the options. A used DJ in tt or ss can be had for your range, too. If you'll start looking at ebay, you can get some idea about price ranges, but you really have to be careful about buying from just "anyone". If you'll hang around this forum for awhile, you can learn most of what you'll need to buy the watch you want. I expect any oyster-case Rolex to last 50+ years, so I'm happy to let someone else use a watch for 10-20 years before I buy it.

23 December 2011, 03:00 AM	#15
Frisco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 3	Thanks everyone for the info, I really appreciate it! After reading some of the responses I did some more poking around on the net and eBay. It seems as though a black Sub with no date goes for around $4 to $4.5K. This looks to be the model I'm leaning towards. I know this is about $1K above my previously mentioned budget, but I'd rather stick it out a little longer to get the model I truly prefer. Does that seem like a fair budget for a SS Sub with no date? One seller I saw was Beckertime who had several SS no date Sub's in that range. Are they reputable? Has anyone here done business with them? Also, in regards to maintenance, how often should a Rolex be serviced? Is there a set maintenance plan for them much like a car? What is the avg cost of maintenance?

23 December 2011, 04:04 AM	#16
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	The recommended time frame for a Rolex to be serviced is every 5 years. But of course that is the manufacturers recommendation and some here go longer in between services. I have a Sub No Date and it's a great watch so just keep your eyes and ears open. Also check out the For Sale section here on the Forum!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

23 December 2011, 04:08 AM	#17
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	Welcome! I foresee a DJ in your future....and then a Submariner next year...along with an Explorer II...and then...

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