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08-28-2013, 01:49 PM | #1 |
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Some advice please
Hi all,
I know quite a few of you are knowledgeable on watches and so it made sense to come here for some advice. I currently have an Omega Seamaster which I have had a few years now. It is my 30th in December and I would like to mark the occasion with a gift of another watch to myself. I am looking at Rolex (Submariner mainly) or a Breitling (I like the Navitimer and Chronomat) although I am open to suggestions. Probably looking at buying a pre owned one but I am off to New York in December so was wondering if this would be a better option of buying either whilst in the USA or at the airport. Thanks in advance. |
08-28-2013, 02:15 PM | #2 |
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Since our currency so cheap to yours and you wouldn't be saddled with VAT, I assume a watch here in the US is cheaper than even a used one for you at home, no? Take a look at the bigger shops like Wempe and Tourneau and check US pricing.
I'm not a huge Rolex or Breitling fan, but why should you care about that? Buy what you like. Subs are nice, especially on a Nato strap and do hold their value quite well, so it's hard to go wrong with that. |
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08-28-2013, 07:16 PM | #4 |
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Take a walk down 47th street (the diamond district) hundreds of pre owned dealers selling every type of watch. I have always window shopped, so I don't know what type of deals they offer on pre owned, or how much they will negotiate. I'm not a fan of the big T.
I think Rolex is one of the better values, a Sub will likely appreciate in value over time, and almost any competent watch maker can service a Rolex. |
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08-30-2013, 09:07 AM | #5 |
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Thanks for the advice.
I am swaying toward the Rolex just for its resale value should the time ever come to it. I'll have a look in the boutiques and the pre owned shops and see where the best deals are. Is there any benefit of paying the premium for a new one as opposed to second hand?
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08-30-2013, 09:26 AM | #6 |
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What about a Panerai? A Panerai PAM164 for example.
Classic italian beauty. Similar price range too.
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