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KodiakDiamonds · 8 August 2018, 04:08 AM

I have an opportunity to purchase this watch at the price of $4,000. No bracelet, box, or papers. It is a 1980s 16753. Never been serviced. Is this a good deal or should I pass?

18K/SS trying to get the photo up now

MinMay · 8 August 2018, 04:14 AM

Your question is very subjective. Some people want bracelet, some people want box, some people want paper, some people thinks it's a good deal, some might think it's expensive, etc.

1. If you know it's authentic, then buy it.
2. Do your due diligence.

KodiakDiamonds · 8 August 2018, 04:18 AM

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KodiakDiamonds · 8 August 2018, 04:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MinMay

Your question is very subjective. Some people want bracelet, some people want box, some people want paper, some people thinks it's a good deal, some might think it's expensive, etc.

1. If you know it's authentic, then buy it.
2. Do your due diligence.

I want to know if 4k is a good price for head only. I know its authentic. If I want to where it then sell it again is this a good price? Thank you

The Libertine · 8 August 2018, 04:22 AM

Personally, no, I would not spend $4K for that particular Rolex.

MinMay · 8 August 2018, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by KodiakDiamonds

I want to know if 4k is a good price for head only. I know its authentic. If I want to where it then sell it again is this a good price? Thank you

How much does the watch go for with the bracelet? Find out how much does a complete set go for? Subtract from it.

Buying a used watch is like buying a used car. You'll have some people who are picky about every little thing..and then you have some who doesn't care..and then you have buyer who has a lot of money..and then you have buyer looking for the best deal...or buyer who just want the watch only without the bracelet. Is there someone out there willing to pay 4K after a few year? No one will know. You might get lucky to find someone who is willing to pay for it, and then you might not. Just letting you know the reality about this hobby. I have seen watches sitting out there for 6 months to 1 year...and seen people who paid 4K or a watch and they keep lowering the price. Now, the watch is on eBay for $1300 and no one is bidding on it.

If you are hung up on resale value, then you're better off buying a complete set. Spend more money for those set as you "should" have more interested party.

Good luck....

Tools · 8 August 2018, 04:36 AM

$4k for a TT head only could be a good price, depending on the watch.

For not ever being serviced, this one looks like it has a later Luminova dial.

KodiakDiamonds · 8 August 2018, 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by The Libertine

Personally, no, I would not spend $4K for that particular Rolex.

Thank you. easy answer I will pass

KodiakDiamonds · 8 August 2018, 04:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MinMay

How much does the watch go for with the bracelet? Find out how much does a complete set go for? Subtract from it.

Buying a used watch is like buying a used car. You'll have some people who are picky about every little thing..and then you have some who doesn't care..and then you have buyer who has a lot of money..and then you have buyer looking for the best deal...or buyer who just want the watch only without the bracelet. Is there someone out there willing to pay 4K after a few year? No one will know. You might get lucky to find someone who is willing to pay for it, and then you might not. Just letting you know the reality about this hobby. I have seen watches sitting out there for 6 months to 1 year...and seen people who paid 4K or a watch and they keep lowering the price. Now, the watch is on eBay for $1300 and no one is bidding on it.

If you are hung up on resale value, then you're better off buying a complete set. Spend more money for those set as you "should" have more interested party.

Good luck....

I have a Patek and an AP. The only Rolex I own is a 68 Daytona that was my fathers. Thank you for the "hobby advice". Really not that hard of a question

fdm79 · 8 August 2018, 04:49 AM

I wouldn't !!!

Jim Smyth · 8 August 2018, 07:31 AM

I used to have one like that on a Jubilee bracelet. Regret getting rid of that one its a sharp combination. If you get it plan on a service and budget $700-$1000 depending on its condition. One picture from the top is hard to make a judgement on that.

Vvvlllooo · 8 August 2018, 07:33 AM

cyclops looks waaay off

The Libertine · 8 August 2018, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by KodiakDiamonds

Thank you. easy answer I will pass

You’re welcome.

Foxiness · 8 August 2018, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Vvvlllooo

cyclops looks waaay off

It does look off

cerbom · 8 August 2018, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by The Libertine

Personally, no, I would not spend $4K for that particular Rolex.

me too...

dricig · 8 August 2018, 10:37 AM

I wouldn't.
Down the road you are going to regret not having the original paper.

springer · 8 August 2018, 11:40 AM

It has a service dial if that matters to you. Probably service hands too.

jezza17 · 8 August 2018, 06:40 PM

I personally would not buy it for 4K.

fskywalker · 9 August 2018, 05:26 AM

The ss/18k bracelet would be a few $k’s; think is better to buy a full set.

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Wahlberg · 9 August 2018, 05:40 AM

Why do people say no? I see them going from 6500-7000 USD and up for one with a bracelet. It's not difficult to source a TT bracelet for this watch.

If I got offered this in Europe for 4k/3.5k euro I would buy it instantly.

VinnieVegas · 9 August 2018, 05:50 AM

I wouldn't.

Stevec14 · 9 August 2018, 06:32 AM

100% yes if genuine. You will pick up a bracelet for a couple of k or so.

Nice - let’s see the incoming.

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Gordonhurst · 9 August 2018, 10:24 AM

Seems like good value.

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javier · 9 August 2018, 10:09 PM

I do

8 August 2018, 04:08 AM	#1
KodiakDiamonds "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 21	On the fence GMT purchase I have an opportunity to purchase this watch at the price of $4,000. No bracelet, box, or papers. It is a 1980s 16753. Never been serviced. Is this a good deal or should I pass? 18K/SS trying to get the photo up now

8 August 2018, 04:18 AM	#3
KodiakDiamonds "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 21	pic Attached Images

8 August 2018, 04:36 AM	#7
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	$4k for a TT head only could be a good price, depending on the watch. For not ever being serviced, this one looks like it has a later Luminova dial. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

8 August 2018, 04:49 AM	#10
fdm79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Norway Posts: 931	I wouldn't !!! __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 126710 BLRO - Rolex Submariner 116610 LV - Breitling Navitimer 01 Pan-American Bronze Limited Edition AB0121C4/Q605-447A - Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional 3861 (Sapphire) 310.30.42.50.01.002 - Omega Seamaster Diver 300M 41mm Ceramic (Blue) 212.30.41.20.03.001

8 August 2018, 10:37 AM	#16
dricig "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Dave Location: NY Metro Posts: 680	I wouldn't. Down the road you are going to regret not having the original paper. __________________ Rolex 15010 Date -16013 TT DJ 16610LV -16750 GMT-16600 SD 16710 GMT -Tudor 79280

8 August 2018, 04:14 AM	#2
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	Your question is very subjective. Some people want bracelet, some people want box, some people want paper, some people thinks it's a good deal, some might think it's expensive, etc. 1. If you know it's authentic, then buy it. 2. Do your due diligence.

8 August 2018, 04:22 AM	#5
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Personally, no, I would not spend $4K for that particular Rolex.

8 August 2018, 07:31 AM	#11
Jim Smyth Banned Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Jim Smyth Location: Florida Watch: DD Posts: 1,842	I used to have one like that on a Jubilee bracelet. Regret getting rid of that one its a sharp combination. If you get it plan on a service and budget $700-$1000 depending on its condition. One picture from the top is hard to make a judgement on that.

8 August 2018, 07:33 AM	#12
Vvvlllooo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Fl Posts: 202	cyclops looks waaay off

8 August 2018, 11:40 AM	#17
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,319	It has a service dial if that matters to you. Probably service hands too. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

8 August 2018, 06:40 PM	#18
jezza17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: DRSD Posts: 511	I personally would not buy it for 4K.

9 August 2018, 05:26 AM	#19
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,179	The ss/18k bracelet would be a few $k’s; think is better to buy a full set. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

9 August 2018, 05:40 AM	#20
Wahlberg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Paris Posts: 3,590	Why do people say no? I see them going from 6500-7000 USD and up for one with a bracelet. It's not difficult to source a TT bracelet for this watch. If I got offered this in Europe for 4k/3.5k euro I would buy it instantly.

9 August 2018, 05:50 AM	#21
VinnieVegas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Vincent B Location: New York, NY Watch: '06 GMT Master II Posts: 1,261	I wouldn't. __________________ Wearing Today: * Seiko SRP777 (2017)

9 August 2018, 06:32 AM	#22
Stevec14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: U.K. Watch: 321, Snoopy 3 Posts: 4,483	On the fence GMT purchase 100% yes if genuine. You will pick up a bracelet for a couple of k or so. Nice - let’s see the incoming. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 August 2018, 10:24 AM	#23
Gordonhurst "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: New York Posts: 26	Seems like good value. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 August 2018, 10:09 PM	#24
javier "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Argentina Posts: 804	I do

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