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Gordon Shum · 29 October 2016, 04:38 PM

Hi folks:
Thinking about this Rolex GMT Coke from Gallery Rare in Osaka? Anyone have any thoughts?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rolex-GMT-Ma...kAAOSwv9FXg0p~

red98a4ss · 29 October 2016, 08:59 PM

It appears to have a service dial.

TimeToGo · 29 October 2016, 10:01 PM

Welcome to the Forum!
Yes, it has a service dial.
Nice shape for a mid-90's GMT.

THC · 29 October 2016, 10:38 PM

Looks ok, but that is not a great enough deal for me to consider purchasing from US to Japan.. For sale section here has some beauties for not much more money, but a ton more piece of mind

bmrisko · 29 October 2016, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by THC

Looks ok, but that is not a great enough deal for me to consider purchasing from US to Japan.. For sale section here has some beauties for not much more money, but a ton more piece of mind

Honestly, I'd have just as much peace of mind (if not more) buying a used Rolex from Japan. The used market over there is incredible and most Japanese sellers are quite meticulous in underrating their watches for sale. At least that has been my experience when buying in Tokyo.

CLTRolex · 30 October 2016, 12:39 AM

How can you tell it has a service dial

Bluside · 30 October 2016, 01:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by red98a4ss

It appears to have a service dial.

Excuse my ignorance. What is a service dial?

Edit... never mind. I googled it. This is from Member and moderator Mike from an old thread.....

"It's the term usually given to a genuine Rolex replacement dial. Usually occurs when the watch is serviced, but dials can be obtained through sources for installment for what ever reason."

THC · 30 October 2016, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by bmrisko

Honestly, I'd have just as much peace of mind (if not more) buying a used Rolex from Japan. The used market over there is incredible and most Japanese sellers are quite meticulous in underrating their watches for sale. At least that has been my experience when buying in Tokyo.

Not sure how anyone can "buy the seller" in another country, like they can here, on TRF.. That is all I meant...

Gordon Shum · 30 October 2016, 02:38 AM

Thanks guys. The other extreme was to spend 6500 getting one with box and papers from Bobs. Anyone have a specific recommendation. What should price be?

GLADIATOR · 30 October 2016, 02:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by red98a4ss

It appears to have a service dial.

Yes, dial is replaced.
Watch is genuine.

red98a4ss · 30 October 2016, 04:21 AM

If you like it buy it I think it's a great watch. I've personally purchased two watches from eBay Japan sellers I've never had a problem.

bmrisko · 30 October 2016, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THC

Not sure how anyone can "buy the seller" in another country, like they can here, on TRF.. That is all I meant...

No, I agree with what you're getting at, I was just saying watches from Japan are usually as advertised and well cared for.

Gordon Shum · 1 November 2016, 01:40 AM

Hi folks: can anyone offer advice on pricing for a Rolex GMT Coke circa 1980s-1990s? In decent condition with book/papers from reputable seller?

29 October 2016, 04:38 PM	#1
Gordon Shum "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: US Posts: 8	Rolex GMT From Japanese Dealer? Hi folks: Thinking about this Rolex GMT Coke from Gallery Rare in Osaka? Anyone have any thoughts? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rolex-GMT-Ma...kAAOSwv9FXg0p~

30 October 2016, 12:39 AM	#6
CLTRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Charlotte/London Watch: Multiple Posts: 889	How can you tell it has a service dial __________________ ♕ Daytona - 116506 ♕ GMT-Master II - 116710BLNR ♕ Yacht-Master II - 116680 ♕ Daytona - 116520 ♕ Explorer II - 16570

29 October 2016, 08:59 PM	#2
red98a4ss "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Robert Schultz Location: alberta Posts: 361	It appears to have a service dial.

29 October 2016, 10:01 PM	#3
TimeToGo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: North Florida Posts: 16,736	Welcome to the Forum! Yes, it has a service dial. Nice shape for a mid-90's GMT.

29 October 2016, 10:38 PM	#4
THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,666	Looks ok, but that is not a great enough deal for me to consider purchasing from US to Japan.. For sale section here has some beauties for not much more money, but a ton more piece of mind

30 October 2016, 02:38 AM	#9
Gordon Shum "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: US Posts: 8	Thanks guys. The other extreme was to spend 6500 getting one with box and papers from Bobs. Anyone have a specific recommendation. What should price be?

30 October 2016, 04:21 AM	#11
red98a4ss "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Robert Schultz Location: alberta Posts: 361	If you like it buy it I think it's a great watch. I've personally purchased two watches from eBay Japan sellers I've never had a problem.

1 November 2016, 01:40 AM	#13
Gordon Shum "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: US Posts: 8	Hi folks: can anyone offer advice on pricing for a Rolex GMT Coke circa 1980s-1990s? In decent condition with book/papers from reputable seller?

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