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DKRanger22 · 1 March 2015, 04:29 AM

Have the opportunity to buy a 2010 116710 GMT from my local jeweler. I've purchased thousands from him over the years including my wife's engagement ring and our wedding bands. We have a good relationship and trust 100%.

The watch is in great condition and is truly more beautiful in the flesh. The watch was just serviced and comes with that paperwork, but no original box or original papers. They are asking $6,500 but have offered it to me at $5,500.

Price seems to be pretty good, but not sure if it's a screaming deal. Should I spend a little bit more and get one with correct boxes and papers from a RF trusted seller, or is this too good of a price to pass up?

xjeeunitx · 1 March 2015, 04:32 AM

That seems like a fair price. I would offer him 5000.

Afghanvet · 1 March 2015, 04:32 AM

Concur...

Flstfirider · 1 March 2015, 04:33 AM

I would think that with a little searching you could find a black ceramic GMT with box and papers close to the same price from a trusted seller on the forum.

aaamax · 1 March 2015, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Flstfirider

I would think that with a little searching you could find a black ceramic GMT with box and papers close to the same price from a trusted seller on the forum.

??? What am I missing here?? This is a ceramic no?
Anything under 6k for a good shaped 2010 is lower than any I have ever seen.

DKRanger22 · 1 March 2015, 04:36 AM

Really appreciate the feedback. I'm sitting outside his shop as we speak, and don't want to make an impulsive move. I'll see if he has any wiggle room, but am leaning towards a "pass".

Thank you TRF.

Urosfan · 1 March 2015, 04:44 AM

I would offer around 5k

Travelin' Jack · 1 March 2015, 04:47 AM

It's a fair price, I'd buy it. You can't wear a box and papers.

Poly · 1 March 2015, 05:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Travelin' Jack

It's a fair price, I'd buy it. You can't wear a box and papers.

Agree completely. Maybe ask for 5 and meet in the middle.
But, don't lose out for the sake of a couple hundred bucks and a piece of paper!

TimeToGo · 1 March 2015, 05:12 AM

Sounds like a GREAT buy..
Any other accessories?

ltmgeller · 1 March 2015, 05:16 AM

I'd see if he goes for 5k.

RUK · 1 March 2015, 05:19 AM

5500 sounds good to me

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AK797 · 1 March 2015, 05:31 AM

Offer 5 take 5.25.

Robert Cross · 1 March 2015, 05:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DKRanger22

Have the opportunity to buy a 2010 116710 GMT from my local jeweler. I've purchased thousands from him over the years including my wife's engagement ring and our wedding bands. We have a good relationship and trust 100%.

The watch is in great condition and is truly more beautiful in the flesh. The watch was just serviced and comes with that paperwork, but no original box or original papers. They are asking $6,500 but have offered it to me at $5,500.

Price seems to be pretty good, but not sure if it's a screaming deal. Should I spend a little bit more and get one with correct boxes and papers from a RF trusted seller, or is this too good of a price to pass up?

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Originally Posted by xjeeunitx

That seems like a fair price. I would offer him 5000.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Urosfan

I would offer around 5k

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Originally Posted by AK797

Offer 5 take 5.25.

Don't forget the TAX.....

Bob

77T · 1 March 2015, 05:51 AM

Even with tax it's a good deal if you want a GMT - presuming all is fine inside the case.

Mr. K · 1 March 2015, 05:57 AM

Maybe he can't move on price, but try for something else like free first overhaul or if he can throw in some Rolex goodies...? Pocket knife? Maybe a set of earrings for the wife to sweeten things up?

Micha · 1 March 2015, 06:04 AM

Anyone show me where you can buy a serviced 116710 for 5000 please???

Mr. K · 1 March 2015, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Micha

Anyone can show me where you can buy a serviced 116710 for 5000 please???

Hmmmm... logic. I like it.

anothernewphone · 1 March 2015, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Micha

Anyone can show me where you can buy a serviced 116710 for 5000 please???

People love to talk.

locutus49 · 1 March 2015, 06:25 AM

That is why we join discussion boards.

OP: That is a good deal IMO. Don't lose out for a few hundred bucks. My thinking is that you want the box and all if you are going to resell it, because people seem to care about that. If you are going to keep it, and you trust the seller, then go for it.

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Originally Posted by anothernewphone

People love to talk.

danyvw · 1 March 2015, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Micha

Anyone can show me where you can buy a serviced 116710 for 5000 please???

Lol. I want to know where too. 116710 serviced is around $1500 more than that. Exactly what they are asking for. If you can get it for $5000 will be the "Deal of the Year"

TimeToGo · 1 March 2015, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Micha

Anyone show me where you can buy a serviced 116710 for 5000 please???

X2

I do not think people get it...

77T · 1 March 2015, 06:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Micha

Anyone show me where you can buy a serviced 116710 for 5000 please???

Agree 100% even with tax it's a good deal.

Tudor66 · 1 March 2015, 06:09 AM

Did you make your move Andrew...? I might have to fly out there and pick this up myself....

Good luck,, ,

CDNWatchNut · 1 March 2015, 07:07 AM

I also think at $5.5k it's a decent buy for what it is, assuming the condition is good, e.g it hasn't been over polished or showing significant scars from lack of reasonably careful use.

Flstfirider · 1 March 2015, 07:52 AM

DavidSW had one listed a month ago for $5675. Box, books, no papers.

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...ln#post5576967

tkerrmd · 1 March 2015, 08:35 AM

Make a move!

watchwatcher · 1 March 2015, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

Make a move!

Listen to the doc..he knows.

tomcorkery · 1 March 2015, 09:21 AM

I would not do it. Will be hard to re sell without box and papers. I would not buy a watch without box and papers. Every time i trade in a watch they always ask if the set is complete.

AK797 · 1 March 2015, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by tomcorkery

I would not do it. Will be hard to re sell without box and papers. I would not buy a watch without box and papers. Every time i trade in a watch they always ask if the set is complete.

I think without box and papers in general is for people who are prepared to re-sell privately, as to a dealer they will really beat you down on price.

1 March 2015, 04:29 AM	#1
DKRanger22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Andrew Location: Cleveland Posts: 557	Is this a "Buy"? Have the opportunity to buy a 2010 116710 GMT from my local jeweler. I've purchased thousands from him over the years including my wife's engagement ring and our wedding bands. We have a good relationship and trust 100%. The watch is in great condition and is truly more beautiful in the flesh. The watch was just serviced and comes with that paperwork, but no original box or original papers. They are asking $6,500 but have offered it to me at $5,500. Price seems to be pretty good, but not sure if it's a screaming deal. Should I spend a little bit more and get one with correct boxes and papers from a RF trusted seller, or is this too good of a price to pass up?

1 March 2015, 04:32 AM	#3
Afghanvet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Virginia Watch: Subs, SD4K Posts: 2,272	Concur... __________________ Subaholics Anonymous

1 March 2015, 05:19 AM	#12
RUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Ruk Location: .ie Watch: 5711,Sub,Daytona,P Posts: 1,232	5500 sounds good to me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 'The best watch out there is the one you like the most'

1 March 2015, 05:51 AM	#15
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,015	Even with tax it's a good deal if you want a GMT - presuming all is fine inside the case. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

1 March 2015, 06:04 AM	#17
Micha "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: S.Florida/Ontario Watch: 6263, 1675 Posts: 2,259	Anyone show me where you can buy a serviced 116710 for 5000 please??? __________________ life is good

1 March 2015, 04:32 AM	#2
xjeeunitx 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 5,529	That seems like a fair price. I would offer him 5000.

1 March 2015, 04:33 AM	#4
Flstfirider 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Auburn, AL Watch: Rolex, Tudor Posts: 1,139	I would think that with a little searching you could find a black ceramic GMT with box and papers close to the same price from a trusted seller on the forum.

1 March 2015, 04:36 AM	#6
DKRanger22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Andrew Location: Cleveland Posts: 557	Really appreciate the feedback. I'm sitting outside his shop as we speak, and don't want to make an impulsive move. I'll see if he has any wiggle room, but am leaning towards a "pass". Thank you TRF.

1 March 2015, 04:44 AM	#7
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	I would offer around 5k

1 March 2015, 04:47 AM	#8
Travelin' Jack "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 50	It's a fair price, I'd buy it. You can't wear a box and papers.

1 March 2015, 05:12 AM	#10
TimeToGo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: North Florida Posts: 16,736	Sounds like a GREAT buy.. Any other accessories?

1 March 2015, 05:16 AM	#11
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,580	I'd see if he goes for 5k.

1 March 2015, 05:31 AM	#13
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Offer 5 take 5.25.

1 March 2015, 05:57 AM	#16
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,078	Maybe he can't move on price, but try for something else like free first overhaul or if he can throw in some Rolex goodies...? Pocket knife? Maybe a set of earrings for the wife to sweeten things up?

1 March 2015, 06:09 AM	#24
Tudor66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Al Location: California, USA Watch: GMT- Pepsi Posts: 3,462	Did you make your move Andrew...? I might have to fly out there and pick this up myself.... Good luck,, , __________________ -NAWCC Member

1 March 2015, 07:07 AM	#25
CDNWatchNut "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Juan Location: Sherwood Park, Ab Watch: 114060 Posts: 1,509	I also think at $5.5k it's a decent buy for what it is, assuming the condition is good, e.g it hasn't been over polished or showing significant scars from lack of reasonably careful use.

1 March 2015, 07:52 AM	#26
Flstfirider 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Auburn, AL Watch: Rolex, Tudor Posts: 1,139	DavidSW had one listed a month ago for $5675. Box, books, no papers. http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...ln#post5576967

1 March 2015, 08:35 AM	#27
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	Make a move!

1 March 2015, 09:21 AM	#29
tomcorkery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Corkery Location: westchester ny Watch: ap ro 15400 Posts: 502	I would not do it. Will be hard to re sell without box and papers. I would not buy a watch without box and papers. Every time i trade in a watch they always ask if the set is complete.

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