In a position to buy - some advice to ensure I get it right!

[FunBusMk2]

I posted recently about me looking at a new watch - I'm now properly looking with intent to buy when the right watch comes up (a Breitling Chronograph - used). But I've a few questions I'd like some help on please.

I'm selling my two Tags to part fund the new watch - would I need to have them serviced to ensure the right money?

Where is good for selling watches if I didn't trade them in? I don't want scammers and muppets giving me the run around.

I'm trying to avoid buying 'blind' but Watchfinder seem to have a good selection of used watches - what am I missing with them? I'm also keeping an eye on what Dominic H has coming into stock - who else are reputable in used watches?

Budget is £2k and any help or advice welcome as its the biggest watch purchase I've ever made and don't want to get it wrong!

[Justayellowbadge]

Depends on which Tags, and what you expect for them.

Tbh, if the 2 of them will part fund a 2k purchase, then an AD service won't be economically viable.

[FunBusMk2]

The Tags are both Quartz - a 13-year old 2000 series and a 2-year old Aquaracer Chrono. I've no idea what they're worth but am not expecting a fortune. I'd like £750 for both of them but not a clue if this is realistic or not (enjoying researching the new piece over the old!)

[Justayellowbadge]

Conservative, I'd have thought.

Have a look on the bay of tat.

B+P?

[FunBusMk2]

It's slightly hopeful I'll admit.

B + P?

[Justayellowbadge]

Box and papers

[FunBusMk2]

Doh! So obvious! Yes, for both.

£750 is way out but, I've cash I can put in so not reliant on getting a certain amount for them.

[Jimmytno1]

Any pics of the 2 you are selling?

[FunBusMk2]

Not taken any yet, can post when I have.

[kazste]

Feel free to pm me with details, may be interested in either one or both of these.
Might be worth checking their value before putting up for sale so you don't get fleeced though.

[Justayellowbadge]

This is the cheapest Aquaracer chrono on ebay, buy it now, at the moment. Has no box or papers.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tag-Heuer-Aqua-Racer-CAF...

[GC8]

I think that with B&P and provenance, that youll easily achieve £750 for the pair, sold separately.

[FunBusMk2]

Thanks for the input on selling - I'm reluctant with eBay as I think they've become very greedy on fees. Of course, we've the classifieds here.

Anyone any experience of Watchfinder or Blowers jewellers in Hull? Any other recommendations for buying welcome.

[FunBusMk2]

kazste said:

Feel free to pm me with details, may be interested in either one or both of these.
Might be worth checking their value before putting up for sale so you don't get fleeced though.

Thanks, might do that.

[PaperCut]

Have you had a look at Austin Kaye and/or Chronomaster?

ETA :

http://www.austinkaye.co.uk/Breitling-76_0_c.aspx

http://www.chronomaster.co.uk/breitling.htm

Edited by PaperCut on Tuesday 1st May 09:58

[kazste]

Dealt with watchfinder myself and have been happy both times, not dealt with flowers but believe them to have a very good reputation.

[jshell]

kazste said:

Dealt with watchfinder myself and have been happy both times, not dealt with flowers but believe them to have a very good reputation.

'Flowers' have a rep for offering a price and then when you call back to arrange a deal the price has mysteriously dropped. I thought I had a deal on selling a brand new Daytona but when I called back there's been a 'mistake' and price had dropped. Another dealer mentioned this 'may' be common...