Advice on a Breitling B2?
Discussion
Hello all,
I've got a Breitling B2 (with a white dial if that makes a difference) which I've not worn once since getting an Android watch, and can't honestly imagine wearing again, so I figured I'd sell it and get a nice new camera lens instead.
The issue I've got, though, is that I dropped it at one point, and the chronometer second hand has come loose.
The watch still keeps perfect time, and the chrono function still works. It's just that the second hand is loose when the chrono mechanism is not in use.
I'm told it's a relatively simple thing to fix as part of a service, but there's no such thing as a cheap Breitling service, so I was wondering what people think would be the best option?
Should I pay for a service then look to sell it privately as fully serviced, or sell it to a dealer who would presumably service it anyway before selling it, and accept a lower price for it?
I've still got the original box, spare bracelet links etc as well.
I've got a Breitling B2 (with a white dial if that makes a difference) which I've not worn once since getting an Android watch, and can't honestly imagine wearing again, so I figured I'd sell it and get a nice new camera lens instead.
The issue I've got, though, is that I dropped it at one point, and the chronometer second hand has come loose.
The watch still keeps perfect time, and the chrono function still works. It's just that the second hand is loose when the chrono mechanism is not in use.
I'm told it's a relatively simple thing to fix as part of a service, but there's no such thing as a cheap Breitling service, so I was wondering what people think would be the best option?
Should I pay for a service then look to sell it privately as fully serviced, or sell it to a dealer who would presumably service it anyway before selling it, and accept a lower price for it?
I've still got the original box, spare bracelet links etc as well.
alorotom said:
You need to find out the cost of service and both valuations for services and in services and then make a call from there ... anything else is just opinion and rhetoric
That's easy enough on the "take it to a dealer" route, but I've no real way of estimating what it might sell for privately after being serviced, so that's the part I was seeking opinions on. 
I'd personally look at having the watch serviced and repaired by an independent specialist. The work carried out will be of a similar standard to that of Breitling, but far cheaper in comparison ... I'd be hesitant to sell to a dealer, unless you want a quick, hassle-free sale. However you will not receive anywhere near the funds that you'd obtain by selling privately. Alternatively, you could sell the watch as-is, but at a discounted price.
I'd personally opt for an independent service, then sell privately (via PH Classifieds) for maximum return.
I'd personally opt for an independent service, then sell privately (via PH Classifieds) for maximum return.
Ikemi said:
I must admit, I don't follow Breitling prices, so I might be somewhat off-the-mark ... As such, someone else might be able to confirm: I'd say repair at an independent and list at £1800?
I finally got round to getting it repaired and serviced, so now we can watch the ad and see if you're accurate with that £1,800! 
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