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19 March 2015, 02:36 PM
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Should I buy a NIB unworn sea dweller 16600?
I have a chance to do this for a little under $7,000. Early 2000s, lug holes, all stickers, coatings, box, papers, etc. I feel like it's probably among the last chances I'll have. I see used ones pretty banged up for mid $5k range, so this seems good to me.
One concern is that if I buy a watch in this condition, I probably shouldn't wear it, which seems like it will be hard to resist. I could save $2k just buying a used one to knock around. Once I wear it, I've taken all of its additional value away. Advice? |
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19 March 2015, 02:38 PM
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Absolutely!!!!
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19 March 2015, 02:40 PM
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Do it. Figure it will need a service as well but I like your thinking as average ones are going in the mid $5's...
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19 March 2015, 02:41 PM
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I would
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19 March 2015, 02:54 PM
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If you have others and you are going to be adding it to a collection do it and keep it in your safe or just wear it "nicely"~ BUT if it's the only one you will have and you need a "WEARER"... either buy this and wear it proudly knowing you are the first proud owner or buy one you will be comfy wearing~ Either or a great opportunity for you~ Good Luck!
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19 March 2015, 03:00 PM
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Absolutely!
 My 16600 was forgotten and left locked in the safe since purchased in 2001. Brand new watch K serial, stickers, papers the works. The fresh box scent filled my room when I took it out. I just got it sized last month, it is consistently running +1s/ day.
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19 March 2015, 03:08 PM
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plenty of decent ones for $5k and they'll always be worth $5k. over a couple years put aside another $2000 - $3k and you're in BLNR, SS Daytona or DSSD zip code with the used SD as trade. you gotta try them all eventually.
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19 March 2015, 03:16 PM
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Do it. And post photos!
I found one in Aus only recently for 8500 AUD. Almost pulled the trigger but got the SD4000 instead for a little bit more. Either way, this is the first watch I have decided to buy and never flip. Looking forward to getting it in my hands soon! |
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19 March 2015, 10:28 PM
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Thanks, sounds like I will do it if I can get it. The plan here would be not to wear it. How long do you think I will last with that, haha.
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19 March 2015, 10:32 PM
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I couldn't buy it / not wear it.
While NOS in this model are hard to come by...they are not NOS Paul Newman Daytonas or Mil Subs... Buy it / Wear it I say! |
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19 March 2015, 10:33 PM
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I literally just took delivery of a NOS one this morning, sourced in France, totally perfect with stickers and all accessories. I paid about USD 1,300 more than you (admittedly it is a M-serial) and nevertheless I am THRILLED. It is so awesome. Do it.
Attached quick pick on NATO as haven't had a chance to size the bracelet. |
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19 March 2015, 10:34 PM
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LOL at not wearing it - no chance !!!
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19 March 2015, 10:50 PM
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I would, and would also wear it!
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19 March 2015, 10:55 PM
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I would do it and wear it. That way all the "worn" issues are your own! The price honestly doesn't seem out of line since used ones are trading in the 5-6's and they are "worn". Its cheaper than a ceramic and IMHO just that much better. The older SD just epitomizes what a Rolex "tool" watch should be in my mind. Good luck and hopefully...CONGRATS.
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19 March 2015, 10:55 PM
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def go new in box for that price differential. itll always be yours and only yours and if you ever chose to sell, itll have only one owner with a full accounting of its whereabouts. I coulda got a used line new condition for my BLNR for 3-5 hundred dollars less, but for that amount to have it brand spanking new and peel the plastics off yourself (quite the pain in the ass but oh so satisfying!) is a no brainer in my humble opinion.,...
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19 March 2015, 11:03 PM
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19 March 2015, 11:36 PM
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Great watch - wear it and enjoy it!
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19 March 2015, 11:40 PM
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thats a great find!!
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20 March 2015, 12:54 AM
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20 March 2015, 01:24 AM
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Will let you know if I can get it! If I can't, I'll post it here so someone else can!
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20 March 2015, 01:25 AM
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20 March 2015, 02:03 AM
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I would totally do it.
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