Sourcing a ladies datejust
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Adam B said:
Thanks, message sent
Anyone got any recommended websites or alternatives?
Get in touch with Joseph - top man.Anyone got any recommended websites or alternatives?
http://www.xupes.com
Had a couple of rolexes from these guys in Hull, always been decent to deal with
http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/
here are some datejusts http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/more_5.htm
http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/
here are some datejusts http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/more_5.htm
LukeBird said:
You do realise the last part of your statement would make most people run a mile!!
Used genuine Rolex/breitling/Chopard/breguet/whatever have varied provenance much like cars. Doesn't make them hooky.We have £60k + worth of watches between my wife and I. My last 2 from Lloyd at watch finder were a brand new Bell & Ross BR-03 phantom chrono and an 18k Rolex Daytona.
Much like cars, you need the right year/sub model and right documents and you therefore need to give a clear, thorough and detailed specification to whichever supplier you choose.
Better ?
Thx
Arthur (Daley)
LukeBird said:
Much better!
I fully appreciate your point, but previously it seemed that you were insinuating that they did sell hooky watches.
Good - toys duly holstered back in the pram I fully appreciate your point, but previously it seemed that you were insinuating that they did sell hooky watches.
OP - have a look at watch finder.co.uk at least. Satisfy yourself referring to their guarantees. Blowers have a good rep. But will offer much more limited stock.
Then make your choice.
Be aware that (again like cars) "genuine" watches can be cobbled together from OE parts, such as MOP dials for example.
When you spec your order, be sure to include terms such as "all original"', "the original box the watch was supplied with", "all documentation, certificates and owners' manuals this watch was originally supplied with" and so on....
Oh ... And even eBay is worthwhile if you know what you're doing and are careful
Had a result on my wife's Xmas present :
Chopard Happy Sport II XL in white gold, 4.5 carats of diamonds - retail £30,000
From a bar owner in Portugal ( am I brave or what ?)
Cost me £8000, plus £800 for the watch to go to Chopard in Switzerland to verify the watch, the movement, check each of the 300 odd diamonds and handful of sapphires, service it, refinish and seal the case to brand new condition.
70% saving ? That'll do nicely !
Had a result on my wife's Xmas present :
Chopard Happy Sport II XL in white gold, 4.5 carats of diamonds - retail £30,000
From a bar owner in Portugal ( am I brave or what ?)
Cost me £8000, plus £800 for the watch to go to Chopard in Switzerland to verify the watch, the movement, check each of the 300 odd diamonds and handful of sapphires, service it, refinish and seal the case to brand new condition.
70% saving ? That'll do nicely !
eBay makes me a little nervous for high value goods, think I would only buy if I could go with seller to an AD and check it out
Not that I like it but are these legit, seem massively discounted, seems odd to take a second hand legit Rolex and add a load of non-original diamonds, if they are legit
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ROLEX-LADIES-STRING-DIAMOND-...
Not that I like it but are these legit, seem massively discounted, seems odd to take a second hand legit Rolex and add a load of non-original diamonds, if they are legit
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ROLEX-LADIES-STRING-DIAMOND-...
Edited by Adam B on Tuesday 28th June 00:52
Adam B said:
eBay makes me a little nervous for high value goods, think I would only buy if I could go with seller to an AD and check it out
Not that I like it but are these legit, seem massively discounted, seems odd to take a second hand legit Rolex and add a load of non-original diamonds, if they are legit
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ROLEX-LADIES-STRING-DIAMOND-...
There's a lot of it about, changing dials, adding diamonds and so on - wouldn't touch an altered or "improved" one personally.Not that I like it but are these legit, seem massively discounted, seems odd to take a second hand legit Rolex and add a load of non-original diamonds, if they are legit
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ROLEX-LADIES-STRING-DIAMOND-...
Edited by Adam B on Tuesday 28th June 00:52
eBay is fine now their buyer protection is improved. In the seller's listing, the critical words you're looking for are "100% Authentic", "BNIB (brand new in box)", "excellent previously worn" or "10/10 condition".
There is also a facility whereby you can communicate questions to the seller via eBay. The quality of your questions is important :
did you buy it new ?
if not, where did you buy it from ?
how old is it ?
has it been damaged ?
are there any non original parts ?
do you have the original box/manuals/certificates/tags it came with new ?
are there any dents/scratches/dings or any damage whatsoever ?
etc etc etc
Case in point : I was also the winning bidder on a Girard-Perregaux in yellow gold as a future gift for my wife (was going to stick it in the safe for now, until she gets bored of the Chopard) - Retail price £15000, winning bid £1550. Described as BNIB, 10/10, new/unworn (unwanted gift). When it arrived it had clearly fallen off the back of a lorry - it just wasn't right. Opened a case with eBay, they sent me a packing label to return it to the seller and promptly gave me all my money back.
When i bought the £30000 Chopard for £8k, eBay phoned me several times, from America, to check that I had indeed intended to bid, that i realised the value, to tell me they were monitoring the transaction on case of any problems and to reassure me that in the event of any trouble i was protected. They take it very seriously, very personally and it's crystal clear that they want to protect buyers from fraud. Don't forget, some brave souls have bought property and even (eBay told me) new Lamborghinis for 100s of 1000s of pounds on there.
You can still buy crap/hooky gear on there if you so choose - but if you want genuine and the item is listed as "100% Authentic" then you're covered.
There is no reason to fear eBay, as long as you do your homework and ask the right questions. Again, much the same as buying a car - if you roll up to view the first car you see advertised, don't check the docs., don't HPI it, ie. if you fail to ask the right questions, you can get your fingers burned.
Edited by Jammy Dodger on Tuesday 28th June 07:09
Jammy Dodger said:
watchfinder.co.uk - insist on dealing with Lloyd Amsden, Director, not one of his sales lads and be very clear you want a "proper" one.
I bought a couple of Rollies from WF in 2004 (including a Ladies SS Datejust. Then, their prices were pretty keen bearing in mind you don't get to see the watch until they send it. Now WF prices seem to be on a par with a bricks and mortar dealer.
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