My first 'proper' watch - Breitling Superocean (secondhand)
Discussion
Hi guy's, looking to purchase my first decent watch in the next few weeks. I really like the Superocean and have found one local to me that im considering. Only thing is it doesn't have the original box or paperwork so am thinking this isn't going to be great resale wise? I wouldn't be that bothered, however i might want to change it for something else in the next 12 months so would like to know im getting a good deal on the purchase price. Looking online, ebay etc.. it is hard to know exactly what this one should go for but it seems maybe a little overpriced..? What do you reckon?
Cheers
Cheers
Speak to PHer Dominic H 
Well known to PHers, a top bloke, AND has one cheaper WITH box and papers - http://www.hackettwatches.com/hw/items/PART9ANDEG
He's it Hatton Gardens, so not a big deal for you, in Saaarf Lundon.
Job done.
Well known to PHers, a top bloke, AND has one cheaper WITH box and papers - http://www.hackettwatches.com/hw/items/PART9ANDEG
He's it Hatton Gardens, so not a big deal for you, in Saaarf Lundon.
Job done.
Thanks mate, very helpful! That IS a much nicer watch! Only thing is (should have mentioned) is that i get a 30% discount on watches from the (unamed) stores the watch above is from. Even still, not sure if that makes up for the shortcomings.. ie: no box or p/w and it being a much older model!
yeti said:
1630 with no B&P for that is absolutely absurd!!! Even with 30% off its far too much money, it's a sub-grand watch.
That one on Dom's page is very, very tempting... I'd have it matted out and that'd be a cracking looking watch
Beginning to look that way! Glad i held off buying it! That one on Dom's page is very, very tempting... I'd have it matted out and that'd be a cracking looking watch
Podie said:
Speak to PHer Dominic H
Well known to PHers, a top bloke, AND has one cheaper WITH box and papers - http://www.hackettwatches.com/hw/items/PART9ANDEG
He's it Hatton Gardens, so not a big deal for you, in Saaarf Lundon.
Job done.
without a shadow of a doubt go for the one above from Dom. Its basically a new Breitling , its the most up to date model and one of Breitling most popular models. Having dealt with Dominic before he A star material.Well known to PHers, a top bloke, AND has one cheaper WITH box and papers - http://www.hackettwatches.com/hw/items/PART9ANDEG
He's it Hatton Gardens, so not a big deal for you, in Saaarf Lundon.
Job done.
yeti said:
1630 with no B&P for that is absolutely absurd!!! Even with 30% off its far too much money, it's a sub-grand watch.
That one on Dom's page is very, very tempting... I'd have it matted out and that'd be a cracking looking watch
what do you mean by matted out? agree that 1600 for that watch is too much. And better bet is either the nearly new one with DomH - or maybe a 2nd hand super ocean steel fish ( obtainable for around 1400-1500?) - better than the old model basic superoceanThat one on Dom's page is very, very tempting... I'd have it matted out and that'd be a cracking looking watch
alfaman said:
hat do you mean by matted out? agree that 1600 for that watch is too much. And better bet is either the nearly new one with DomH - or maybe a 2nd hand super ocean steel fish ( obtainable for around 1400-1500?) - better than the old model basic superocean
I sold Dom a white face Super Ocean Steelfish earlier this year, 14-1500 is still steep.i would recommend chronomaster
http://www.chronomaster.co.uk/breitling/watches/di...
Also Blowers http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/images2/watch_i... they did a great trade in on my Zenith when i bought my Rolex
http://www.chronomaster.co.uk/breitling/watches/di...
Also Blowers http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/images2/watch_i... they did a great trade in on my Zenith when i bought my Rolex
Blowers link doesn't work but can't recommend them highly enough
The watch at Chronomaster is the pre-chronometer SuperOcean 1000m exactly the same as I have, my first ever 'good' watch. The clasp is broken and glued with epoxy resin, every link in the bracelet is stretched and rattles, the end links are made of tin foil, the bracelet pins just pop out causing total failure/watch loss quite often, the bezel is loose and rattles despite being serviced and the bezel spring has play in it and it came back from service like that. However, it's very reliable and accurate and I will keep it forever
For about 10 years it was the only watch I owned so I naturally assumed all Swiss watches were like this. It wasn't until I got into Rolex that I realised they weren't, and it wasn't until I got a more modern Breitling that I realised how much the game had moved on with B being the match of anyone. In short - avoid this model at this age, I don't beleive it shows Breitling in a very good light.
The watch at Chronomaster is the pre-chronometer SuperOcean 1000m exactly the same as I have, my first ever 'good' watch. The clasp is broken and glued with epoxy resin, every link in the bracelet is stretched and rattles, the end links are made of tin foil, the bracelet pins just pop out causing total failure/watch loss quite often, the bezel is loose and rattles despite being serviced and the bezel spring has play in it and it came back from service like that. However, it's very reliable and accurate and I will keep it forever
For about 10 years it was the only watch I owned so I naturally assumed all Swiss watches were like this. It wasn't until I got into Rolex that I realised they weren't, and it wasn't until I got a more modern Breitling that I realised how much the game had moved on with B being the match of anyone. In short - avoid this model at this age, I don't beleive it shows Breitling in a very good light.
Bit expensive for no box or papers. Andrew Michaels Jewellers had these the slightly newer model brand new old stock for £1700 ish earlier this year, 2 yr breitling warranty etc so a better deal.
But in my opinion the watch at Dom's look cracking value, tempted myself if I could find someone to brush it to factory standard.
But in my opinion the watch at Dom's look cracking value, tempted myself if I could find someone to brush it to factory standard.
MiltonBaines said:
Bit expensive for no box or papers. Andrew Michaels Jewellers had these the slightly newer model brand new old stock for £1700 ish earlier this year, 2 yr breitling warranty etc so a better deal.
But in my opinion the watch at Dom's look cracking value, tempted myself if I could find someone to brush it to factory standard.
Could be arranged... But in my opinion the watch at Dom's look cracking value, tempted myself if I could find someone to brush it to factory standard.
Dominic H said:
yeti said:
Dominic H said:
MiltonBaines said:
if I could find someone to brush it to factory standard.
Could be arranged... That was my idea
Hang on while I hijack the thread for a second
Dom, I have an Avenger Skyland that I would MUCH prefer with a brushed finish like a Seawolf (bracelet, case, pushers, crown, probably the side of the bezel too) can you get that done??????
If yes I will call you next week!
Thanks and sorry chaps!
Jez m said:
Hi guy's, looking to purchase my first decent watch in the next few weeks. I really like the Superocean and have found one local to me that im considering. Only thing is it doesn't have the original box or paperwork so am thinking this isn't going to be great resale wise? I wouldn't be that bothered, however i might want to change it for something else in the next 12 months so would like to know im getting a good deal on the purchase price. Looking online, ebay etc.. it is hard to know exactly what this one should go for but it seems maybe a little overpriced..? What do you reckon?
Cheers
My First Breitling was this exact model and I loved it, real weight to it stylish but not too bling. Sold it to part fund a Rolex Sub from Dom H. I see he has a couple of Breitling watches at the moment... must resist the temptation to purchase!Cheers
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