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jakerukas · 16 October 2009, 03:12 PM

I stopped by my local watch craftsman, and he has a pre-owned sea dweller with 3035 movement that he is trying to sell for $4600. Before the sale, he will do his own service (included in the sales price), which I have seen before and will make the watch look brand new. He will then offer a 3 year warranty, even if I smack the sapphire on the pavement, etc...

Is it worth buying a watch that's 20 years old, as long as he takes it down to parts and rebuilds it...and then guarantees his work? I looks like I could get a SD "new in box" from this list for about the same amount. Less of a guarantee, however.

Thanks,
JR

sleddog · 16 October 2009, 03:20 PM

Welcome to the forum Jake!!!

I think that price is to high for that age....Unless its a transitional model,with all original boxes and papers!!Even then I would try for a newer series for the same price or lower...Just my 2 cents.!
Enjoy your stay with us,and good luck on your search for a Rolex!!
Rob.
PS: the Sea Dweller is a great choice by the way!! I love mine.....

jakerukas · 16 October 2009, 03:26 PM

Thanks for the advice! The jeweler/seller was attempting to tell me how the 3035 movement was more durable than the 3135 that is out in the "new-fandangled" SD's. Has anyone heard of this?

Jocke · 16 October 2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by jakerukas

Thanks for the advice! The jeweler/seller was attempting to tell me how the 3035 movement was more durable than the 3135 that is out in the "new-fandangled" SD's. Has anyone heard of this?

Never heard about it, the 3135 is a updated 3035 with a balance bridge and another spring.

Jocke

Jocke · 16 October 2009, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog1000

I think that price is to high for that age.

What makes this you think of?

Never mind.

Jocke

Jocke · 16 October 2009, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jakerukas

I stopped by my local watch craftsman, and he has a pre-owned sea dweller with 3035 movement that he is trying to sell for $4600. Before the sale, he will do his own service (included in the sales price), which I have seen before and will make the watch look brand new. He will then offer a 3 year warranty, even if I smack the sapphire on the pavement, etc...

Is it worth buying a watch that's 20 years old, as long as he takes it down to parts and rebuilds it...and then guarantees his work? I looks like I could get a SD "new in box" from this list for about the same amount. Less of a guarantee, however.

Thanks,
JR

If it have the matte dial as it have from the start it's a good deal. At least it should
have a Tritium dial, if not I have look for a newer one in the same price range.

Good luck.

Jocke

sleddog · 16 October 2009, 03:31 PM

Nothing wrong with Age Jocke!!(I've been 30 for 10 years running!!

)
Without model number and pics,hard to comment!!!

Rob.

marke · 16 October 2009, 05:37 PM

would like to know what model numbr 1665 ( last of) or 16660 plus what dial

Lol-x · 16 October 2009, 08:21 PM

It can't be a 1665 as they were never made with a 3035 movement.

It is a 16660. There was a cross-over period in the early 1980's with the 1665 and 16660 models.

WJGESQ · 16 October 2009, 08:55 PM

It would seem like you would have a lot of bargaining power with any of these used watches in like of the current economic environment.

mike · 16 October 2009, 09:33 PM

I'm with Jocke. With original matt dial and all correct, sweet deal. If not .....

Deep Sea · 16 October 2009, 09:38 PM

If it is an all-original triple 6 (16660), that sounds like a really good price. Question is whether it has original dial & hands (if it's a 666). Is the bracelet worn out, or is it fairly tight? Any large dents/dings in the case?

If it is a 16600 SD, I agree w/ others....look for a much newer one (D, Z, or M serial)

RolexCat · 17 October 2009, 03:49 AM

Yup i would look to get a newer one. Last year i was offered a 1999 SD with box papers and WTY for 3500.00. That was also from a Rolex AD. Ron

jakerukas · 17 October 2009, 03:11 PM

Thanks for all of the advice. You all are great, and really make a newbie feel at home. I still have yet to confirm that it is a 16660, but since it does have the 3035 movement, it should be a '666'(as the 16600's started with a 3135 movement, no?).

So that brings up the question: Is there a difference between certain years of the 16660 model that would cause some to be worth more than others? I've heard about the matte dial and flat hour markers. Is their presence indicative of a more valuable item?

Jake

16 October 2009, 03:12 PM	#1
jakerukas "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: SD Posts: 8	SeaDweller circa 1980's...good buy? I stopped by my local watch craftsman, and he has a pre-owned sea dweller with 3035 movement that he is trying to sell for $4600. Before the sale, he will do his own service (included in the sales price), which I have seen before and will make the watch look brand new. He will then offer a 3 year warranty, even if I smack the sapphire on the pavement, etc... Is it worth buying a watch that's 20 years old, as long as he takes it down to parts and rebuilds it...and then guarantees his work? I looks like I could get a SD "new in box" from this list for about the same amount. Less of a guarantee, however. Thanks, JR

16 October 2009, 03:20 PM	#2
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Welcome to the forum Jake!!! I think that price is to high for that age....Unless its a transitional model,with all original boxes and papers!!Even then I would try for a newer series for the same price or lower...Just my 2 cents.! Enjoy your stay with us,and good luck on your search for a Rolex!! Rob. PS: the Sea Dweller is a great choice by the way!! I love mine..... __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

16 October 2009, 03:31 PM	#7
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Nothing wrong with Age Jocke!!(I've been 30 for 10 years running!!) Without model number and pics,hard to comment!!! Rob. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

16 October 2009, 08:21 PM	#9
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,587	It can't be a 1665 as they were never made with a 3035 movement. It is a 16660. There was a cross-over period in the early 1980's with the 1665 and 16660 models. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

16 October 2009, 09:38 PM	#12
Deep Sea "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Martin Location: NC Watch: A Rolex or two Posts: 952	If it is an all-original triple 6 (16660), that sounds like a really good price. Question is whether it has original dial & hands (if it's a 666). Is the bracelet worn out, or is it fairly tight? Any large dents/dings in the case? If it is a 16600 SD, I agree w/ others....look for a much newer one (D, Z, or M serial) __________________ Deep Sea A few Rolex & a Tudor Sub An Omega & a bunch of Breitling

16 October 2009, 03:26 PM	#3
jakerukas "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: SD Posts: 8	Thanks for the advice! The jeweler/seller was attempting to tell me how the 3035 movement was more durable than the 3135 that is out in the "new-fandangled" SD's. Has anyone heard of this?

16 October 2009, 05:37 PM	#8
marke Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mark Location: UK Nationwide... Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,842	would like to know what model numbr 1665 ( last of) or 16660 plus what dial

16 October 2009, 08:55 PM	#10
WJGESQ Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 3,753	It would seem like you would have a lot of bargaining power with any of these used watches in like of the current economic environment.

16 October 2009, 09:33 PM	#11
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I'm with Jocke. With original matt dial and all correct, sweet deal. If not .....

17 October 2009, 03:49 AM	#13
RolexCat Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Ron Location: Michigan Watch: SD Posts: 318	Yup i would look to get a newer one. Last year i was offered a 1999 SD with box papers and WTY for 3500.00. That was also from a Rolex AD. Ron

17 October 2009, 03:11 PM	#14
jakerukas "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: SD Posts: 8	Thanks for all of the advice. You all are great, and really make a newbie feel at home. I still have yet to confirm that it is a 16660, but since it does have the 3035 movement, it should be a '666'(as the 16600's started with a 3135 movement, no?). So that brings up the question: Is there a difference between certain years of the 16660 model that would cause some to be worth more than others? I've heard about the matte dial and flat hour markers. Is their presence indicative of a more valuable item? Jake

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