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TKEPilot · 16 October 2009, 12:57 PM

I've been reading a LOT about buying online but need the forum's consensus on the best way a buyer can protect themselves from buying a bad watch. Escrow seems like the best option. Amex seems to have some sort of buyer's protection as does paypal. E bay's buyer protection seems real too.

Other say to "buy the seller", which I understand, but even a trusted seller is as trusted as others in the forum.

deserted · 16 October 2009, 01:07 PM

Hi welcome to the forum, i'm in illinois too....I would say if you go to a local AD or check out our section of the forum you will be satisfied , i have several AD's in the downtown chicago and suburban areas , PM me for details if your interested....

sea-dweller · 16 October 2009, 01:14 PM

"Buy The Seller", is the best advice.

ocwatching · 16 October 2009, 01:21 PM

TKEPilot...
I understand your trepidation...but like what the others have said...buy the seller
and they have recommended some good sellers here at TRF that would really save you some money and are well trusted...
if you surf the various watch forums..you will see that these sellers have done TONS of deals...(DavidSW, LawrenceB,tempoking,bodybump,Mosco, etc.)...they are not going to ruin their business on one deal...
online escrows are rarely used...
good luck...if you hang out on these forums enough..you will see who can be trusted...

icnbne · 16 October 2009, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by sea-dweller

"Buy The Seller", is the best advice.

don't be ridiculous, thats a violation of human rights

onkyo · 16 October 2009, 02:48 PM

two words..... credit card.

RL1 · 16 October 2009, 03:02 PM

Some sites that are legit are Swiss Luxury, Stein Diamonds, Alan Furman and Bernard Watch. A lot of ppl here have bought from these sites and can vouch for them.

DRMOVIE1 · 16 October 2009, 03:11 PM

1 word. DAVIDSW

mb hawaii · 16 October 2009, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sea-dweller

"Buy The Seller", is the best advice.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DRMOVIE1

1 word. DAVIDSW

Very wise words! There's a reason you keep hearing it.

rolexsubdate · 16 October 2009, 10:14 PM

Buy the seller from TRF ....

Even on TRF, you have to do your homework and not let your guard down..... but there are plenty of sellers on TRF that are awesome.....

Mr. K · 16 October 2009, 10:57 PM

Do your homework and be careful.

If you buy from an unknown seller, worst case is you will get a stolen or a fake watch. My first Rolex ended up being a franken watch with all rolex parts, got my money back eventually but was a stressful experience.

Pay the premium of going with a well known seller. Might not be a screaming deal but will be a good deal.

There are lots of scams out there, so before you part with thousands of $s just be careful.

Oh and just because they have a photo does not always mean they have the watch. Also afterwards take it to a AD to open it and make sure it is legit just for your own peace of mind so you will know.

Good luck.

novae500 · 16 October 2009, 10:59 PM

preowned, from a trusted member on here.

Numismatist · 16 October 2009, 11:39 PM

If you can't cross that 'trust' threshhold, the premium of an AD gives you piece of mind.

Risk in everything.

I'm guessing most Rolex owners are a little into risk.

Nick1959 · 16 October 2009, 11:55 PM

My first Rolex was from the local AD at MSRP and Tax. At that time I was not aware of the deals or discounts always thoguht these premium places never offer discount. I bought a second one also form my borhte in law from the same place becasue he lives in UK and comparing to what was offered at the ADs there he thought my AD in NY was a great deal. My second Rolex was from DavidSW here I bought his reputation here. I took it to the AD got it properly appraised in writing paying $50.00 and I am a happy customer. Interesting when I was talking to my AD about the discount I was getting she offered a 25-30% disocunt depending on the particular piece. It all depends on your comfort level. So see how much you are willing to the Seeler with a lot of good reviews here on the forum is upto you. I did it twice in this month and happy woth the results. I would say I also gained tow froiend not only two great deals.

16 October 2009, 12:57 PM	#1
TKEPilot "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Illinois Watch: Bell & Ross Posts: 10	Safest way to buy online I've been reading a LOT about buying online but need the forum's consensus on the best way a buyer can protect themselves from buying a bad watch. Escrow seems like the best option. Amex seems to have some sort of buyer's protection as does paypal. E bay's buyer protection seems real too. Other say to "buy the seller", which I understand, but even a trusted seller is as trusted as others in the forum.

16 October 2009, 01:14 PM	#3
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	"Buy The Seller", is the best advice. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

16 October 2009, 01:21 PM	#4
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	TKEPilot... I understand your trepidation...but like what the others have said...buy the seller and they have recommended some good sellers here at TRF that would really save you some money and are well trusted... if you surf the various watch forums..you will see that these sellers have done TONS of deals...(DavidSW, LawrenceB,tempoking,bodybump,Mosco, etc.)...they are not going to ruin their business on one deal... online escrows are rarely used... good luck...if you hang out on these forums enough..you will see who can be trusted... __________________ too much into watches...

16 October 2009, 10:59 PM	#12
novae500 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: VA Posts: 965	preowned, from a trusted member on here. __________________ 326933 SkyDweller, 126711 GMT II CHNR 12600 DeepSea Seadweller 14060 No Date Submariner 16710 GMT II Pepsi N-Series, Coke F Series

16 October 2009, 11:39 PM	#13
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	If you can't cross that 'trust' threshhold, the premium of an AD gives you piece of mind. Risk in everything. I'm guessing most Rolex owners are a little into risk. __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

16 October 2009, 01:07 PM	#2
deserted Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: fort wayne IN Watch: Patek 1909003 Posts: 2,176	Hi welcome to the forum, i'm in illinois too....I would say if you go to a local AD or check out our section of the forum you will be satisfied , i have several AD's in the downtown chicago and suburban areas , PM me for details if your interested....

16 October 2009, 02:48 PM	#6
onkyo Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Pav Location: Manhattan Posts: 11,495	two words..... credit card.

16 October 2009, 03:02 PM	#7
RL1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 44	Some sites that are legit are Swiss Luxury, Stein Diamonds, Alan Furman and Bernard Watch. A lot of ppl here have bought from these sites and can vouch for them.

16 October 2009, 03:11 PM	#8
DRMOVIE1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Beverly Hills Watch: PT/SS YM Posts: 165	1 word. DAVIDSW

16 October 2009, 10:14 PM	#10
rolexsubdate Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Moon Posts: 1,238	Buy the seller from TRF .... Even on TRF, you have to do your homework and not let your guard down..... but there are plenty of sellers on TRF that are awesome.....

16 October 2009, 10:57 PM	#11
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,078	Do your homework and be careful. If you buy from an unknown seller, worst case is you will get a stolen or a fake watch. My first Rolex ended up being a franken watch with all rolex parts, got my money back eventually but was a stressful experience. Pay the premium of going with a well known seller. Might not be a screaming deal but will be a good deal. There are lots of scams out there, so before you part with thousands of $s just be careful. Oh and just because they have a photo does not always mean they have the watch. Also afterwards take it to a AD to open it and make sure it is legit just for your own peace of mind so you will know. Good luck.

16 October 2009, 11:55 PM	#14
Nick1959 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: New York Watch: Rolex DSSD Posts: 558	My first Rolex was from the local AD at MSRP and Tax. At that time I was not aware of the deals or discounts always thoguht these premium places never offer discount. I bought a second one also form my borhte in law from the same place becasue he lives in UK and comparing to what was offered at the ADs there he thought my AD in NY was a great deal. My second Rolex was from DavidSW here I bought his reputation here. I took it to the AD got it properly appraised in writing paying $50.00 and I am a happy customer. Interesting when I was talking to my AD about the discount I was getting she offered a 25-30% disocunt depending on the particular piece. It all depends on your comfort level. So see how much you are willing to the Seeler with a lot of good reviews here on the forum is upto you. I did it twice in this month and happy woth the results. I would say I also gained tow froiend not only two great deals.

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