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19 June 2017, 12:03 PM | #1 |
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purchasing question
Hi,
This is officially my first post. I have my eye on a used 16610 y series sub date. it seems like a good price, it's on canwatchco forums. I have a few concerns that I was hoping on getting some advice. The seller seems legit with a few references, but the watch is an older model purchased in Kowloon. so 2 things, how do I check it's authenticity? Is there a dealer that will authenticate on site somewhere? (do they charge for this type of thing?). and what is the best way to do a F2F meeting? Do I look at the watch first and make sure I love it then arrange to meet again with the cash? or do I bring the cash with me and if it's the watch I want, then just make the deal? is it better to get a bank draft prior to meeting and finish the transaction in a bank with the seller cashing the bank draft? I appreciate any advice. thanks. |
19 June 2017, 12:27 PM | #2 |
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I would meet in a very public place like a bank. I've done some watch transactions in the lobby of mine or the seller and it seems safer with big dollars. If you want it authenticated you can meet at a watch dealer. I wouldn't meet at a random place to buy a Rolex.
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19 June 2017, 12:49 PM | #3 |
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do any resellers offer a service to authenticate a watch? even for an insurance quote?
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19 June 2017, 12:59 PM | #4 |
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Yes... there are appraisers everywhere. Costs a little, but then you have it for insurance and know it's the real deal.
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19 June 2017, 01:59 PM | #5 |
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Doing a 16610 right is worth all the effort.
Avoid shortcuts. Measure twice, cut once.
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