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danny777 · 23 October 2012, 03:11 AM

I'm new to the forum, so firstly hello!

I don't own anything noteworthy yet, but have been harking after a Rolex ever since sitting in a law firm's meeting room at 17 and watching the partners compare theirs in awe. Seven years later I'm about to start as a trainee, and figured I'd better look the part!

I'm completely lusting after as Sub, but I can't afford to buy new, so buying used is pretty much my only option. However, I'm extremely concerned about the likelihood of being scammed when buying at reasonable prices used. From reading around on here, it seems that the best way to get round this fear is to do the deal in a reliable shop and have them verify it as genuine then and there. However, I can't imagine this the shop owner would particularly enjoy this.

Can anyone recommend anywhere for this kind of service, or give any tips on buying with confidence?

Thanks!

Dan

SLS · 23 October 2012, 03:22 AM

Welcome, I am not sure if this is true anymore, but one used to be able to call the RSC and check the serial against the lost & stolen registry. This was available in the UK only. Your best bet, however, is to buy the seller, not the watch. Good luck!
Scott

ally · 23 October 2012, 03:48 AM

Hi Danny
There are lots if reptable dealers in London selling pre owned watches if you wanted a bricks and mortar type store. There are also lots of trusted sellers around as well, just do your homework and buy the seller!!

I see what you have your eye on lol

ratty · 23 October 2012, 04:18 AM

Hi Dan

Welcome to the forum, can you receive pms at the moment, I may be able to help as I live in Herts.

danny777 · 23 October 2012, 04:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ratty

Hi Dan

Welcome to the forum, can you receive pms at the moment, I may be able to help as I live in Herts.

Hi mate!

I can indeed - any help would be much appreciated!

Vincent65 · 23 October 2012, 04:41 AM

Hi and welcome mate - good luck with the hunt!

Chris B · 23 October 2012, 06:24 AM

Welcome to TRF Dan

baldyspoon · 23 October 2012, 07:32 AM

Why not buy from someone on TRF so many trusted sellers here.

23 October 2012, 03:11 AM	#1
danny777 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: London Posts: 3	Buying used in London - authentication? I'm new to the forum, so firstly hello! I don't own anything noteworthy yet, but have been harking after a Rolex ever since sitting in a law firm's meeting room at 17 and watching the partners compare theirs in awe. Seven years later I'm about to start as a trainee, and figured I'd better look the part! I'm completely lusting after as Sub, but I can't afford to buy new, so buying used is pretty much my only option. However, I'm extremely concerned about the likelihood of being scammed when buying at reasonable prices used. From reading around on here, it seems that the best way to get round this fear is to do the deal in a reliable shop and have them verify it as genuine then and there. However, I can't imagine this the shop owner would particularly enjoy this. Can anyone recommend anywhere for this kind of service, or give any tips on buying with confidence? Thanks! Dan

23 October 2012, 03:22 AM	#2
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	Welcome, I am not sure if this is true anymore, but one used to be able to call the RSC and check the serial against the lost & stolen registry. This was available in the UK only. Your best bet, however, is to buy the seller, not the watch. Good luck! Scott __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

23 October 2012, 03:48 AM	#3
ally "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Alan Location: london Watch: Explorer II Posts: 790	Hi Danny There are lots if reptable dealers in London selling pre owned watches if you wanted a bricks and mortar type store. There are also lots of trusted sellers around as well, just do your homework and buy the seller!! I see what you have your eye on lol __________________ 14060M Explorer II TT DJ. 16610 LV.

23 October 2012, 04:18 AM	#4
ratty "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Graham Location: UK Watch: Daytonas and Subs Posts: 2,810	Hi Dan Welcome to the forum, can you receive pms at the moment, I may be able to help as I live in Herts.

23 October 2012, 04:41 AM	#6
Vincent65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Switzerland Posts: 14,298	Hi and welcome mate - good luck with the hunt!

23 October 2012, 06:24 AM	#7
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Welcome to TRF Dan

23 October 2012, 07:32 AM	#8
baldyspoon "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: uk Watch: Rolex 114060 Posts: 725	Why not buy from someone on TRF so many trusted sellers here.

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