Rolex Oysterdate Precision
Discussion
Hi all, seeking some thoughts on this.
Have just come back from a week in Torquay and whilst down there spotted the above used watch by chance in a local jewellers/watch repairers. He stocked the usual high street brands but also had a few vintage Rolex, Tudor and Omegas that he buys in from auction (presume ebay) and refurbishes to sell on.
The watch in question is identical to this one :
http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/6694_S10726.htm
He says it's a 1973 model (presumably identified from the serial number between the lugs) and it's up at £1250 with no box or papers. It's been serviced by him and he'll guarantee the watch for 6 months.
From handling the watch twice it appears genuine - although I haven't seen the serial no, case back or movement personally. I was surprised at how thin and light the oyster bracelet was, compared to modern s/s watches though eg ORIS and Omega - the clasp however was fully embossed.
I've been on the lookout for the right Datejust for years but this seemed a good entry level Rolex at a low price. '73 was also a good year for me! Will it retain or appreciate in value if I decide it's not a keeper?
On a practical note how accurate are the manual wind Oysterdates compared to a perpetual?
Any thoughts appreciated.
Thanks.
Have just come back from a week in Torquay and whilst down there spotted the above used watch by chance in a local jewellers/watch repairers. He stocked the usual high street brands but also had a few vintage Rolex, Tudor and Omegas that he buys in from auction (presume ebay) and refurbishes to sell on.
The watch in question is identical to this one :
http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/6694_S10726.htm
He says it's a 1973 model (presumably identified from the serial number between the lugs) and it's up at £1250 with no box or papers. It's been serviced by him and he'll guarantee the watch for 6 months.
From handling the watch twice it appears genuine - although I haven't seen the serial no, case back or movement personally. I was surprised at how thin and light the oyster bracelet was, compared to modern s/s watches though eg ORIS and Omega - the clasp however was fully embossed.
I've been on the lookout for the right Datejust for years but this seemed a good entry level Rolex at a low price. '73 was also a good year for me! Will it retain or appreciate in value if I decide it's not a keeper?
On a practical note how accurate are the manual wind Oysterdates compared to a perpetual?
Any thoughts appreciated.
Thanks.
I'd say that was quite a lot for a non cosc piece. I suppose its from a dealer with a guarantee so hopefully won't need work anytime soon.
I wouldn't worry about a manual, if its all up together it should be accurate enough.
There's plenty of old Rolex around if that's what you want - worth a look on TZ if you're member.
I think I'd want it a bit closer to £1000.
I wouldn't worry about a manual, if its all up together it should be accurate enough.
There's plenty of old Rolex around if that's what you want - worth a look on TZ if you're member.
I think I'd want it a bit closer to £1000.
Im wearing a similar watch today. The bracelet is only 12mm around the clasp, which makes it appear more like a ladies watch.
An after-market Oyster style 19mm bracelet with straight sides or a more conventional 2mm reduction in width will make it look a little more manly.
It seems expensive, but I think that the days of £600 Oysterdate Precisions from Andy Timeman are long since passed and Rolexs endless price rises have dragged all other values up by their bootstraps.
You can probably buy an Oyster Perpetual Date for around £1,250 though, if you look hard enough.
An after-market Oyster style 19mm bracelet with straight sides or a more conventional 2mm reduction in width will make it look a little more manly.
It seems expensive, but I think that the days of £600 Oysterdate Precisions from Andy Timeman are long since passed and Rolexs endless price rises have dragged all other values up by their bootstraps.
You can probably buy an Oyster Perpetual Date for around £1,250 though, if you look hard enough.
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