Good Place to buy a Rolex

[Lowflight]

Go to TRF and buy from an individual for the best results. With references from them you will be ok. That budget will get you a nice 16610 or a Ceramic Sub no date or a Ceramic Sub date without boxes and papers.

[roll_the_dice]

Originally Posted by bimmerfrk

So I'm looking to get a black on black SUB. It will be my first Rolex.

I don't want to purchase new but would like to get in good condition from a reputable shop. Does any one have a recommended online sellers that are good and reputable? My budget is 4-6k.

Thanks in advanced.

Did you ever buy your Rolex? I am in the market for a submariner and was wondering where you may have purchased and how the experience was online? Thanks

[Msmall143]

Originally Posted by roll_the_dice

Did you ever buy your Rolex? I am in the market for a submariner and was wondering where you may have purchased and how the experience was online? Thanks

tourneau has certified pre owned. the watch is inspected and then sent to manufacturer for service. comes with a 2 year warranty. you'll pay a little but more but its worth the assurance you have a 100% legit piece. they have a 10% holiday discount for cpo right now

[jpdchicago]

Only Rolex can give you the 5 year Rolex Warranty. Got my SS Daytona from Rolex 2 years ago for no more than online.
I would not buy a used Rolex online. Only if they had a store front in case there is a problem and I need warranty work done (Rolex will void any warranty if not bought at a Rolex retailer. I think Bob's Watches does have a brick and mortar store somewhere.

[docmfg]

Originally Posted by jpdchicago

Only Rolex can give you the 5 year Rolex Warranty. Got my SS Daytona from Rolex 2 years ago for no more than online.
I would not buy a used Rolex online. Only if they had a store front in case there is a problem and I need warranty work done (Rolex will void any warranty if not bought at a Rolex retailer. I think Bob's Watches does have a brick and mortar store somewhere.

This is partially true and AD's will tell you if you do not buy directly from them you are not covered blah, blah. Obviously, they want your business so they use those that scare tactic. If the watch was purchased at an AD then the remainder of the warranty is transferable to the new owner(regardless if you bought the watch directly from the original owner or a reputable reseller). The key words here are reputable and so as long as the watch has not been modified or worked on by a non Rolex service center you are fine. I have bought from both AD's and online sellers like DavidSW. The chances you will need warranty work are slim and in fact only warranty work I ever needed was on a ceramic Omega PO that I bought from a friend who bought it from someone else. My current 16610 sub is over 10 yrs old and has not been serviced yet though I do rotate my watches. The only Rolex watch I would consider buying(and currently on a wait list) at an AD are the new hard to get watches like the new ceramic Daytonas or new releases as pricing online will be the same or marked up. All others Rolex models can be purchased new or LNIB with papers and warranty for a significant savings. FWIW if you need warranty work send it to the Dallas RSC and not the New York one. There have been horror stories from that place but that is another story. If you want to keep the value in your Rolex avoid, dings and gouges to the case and when it needs service keep avoid refinishing and keep it to a minimum if it has to be refinished. Keep the dial, hands, bezel etc original especially for the vintage watches which Rolex does not like to service and do like to replace even if they don't have to. Their philosophy is to return the watch looking brand new but the worst thing you can do is replace a tritium original dial with a replacement service dial. Hope that helps.

[roll_the_dice]

Msmall143 jpdchicago docmfg

Thanks for the info...all good stuff. My problem is I want it to look as new as possible, but CPO pricing...If buying PO from an AD, I would get remainder of factory warranty if applicable or whatever warranty the AD offers on PO watches?

I am not far from a Tourneau brick and mortar as they have a store in Atlanta I think.

[yahoo_mks]

Originally Posted by lstoker

Go with David... You may be able to work with him a bit on the price but he only sells top notch examples and his descriptions of condition are BEYOND accurate... Multiple deals with him including trades with zero issues. He's a great guy!

+1 both my rolexes from David - highly recommend

[backhill]

I get all of mine through www.bobswatches.com

[Clark_Kent]

Originally Posted by roll_the_dice

Msmall143 jpdchicago docmfg

Thanks for the info...all good stuff. My problem is I want it to look as new as possible, but CPO pricing...If buying PO from an AD, I would get remainder of factory warranty if applicable or whatever warranty the AD offers on PO watches?

I am not far from a Tourneau brick and mortar as they have a store in Atlanta I think.

Sounds like you're set on PO, but if you decide to go new, the Tourneau in Atlanta doesn't sell new Rolex timepieces.

[roll_the_dice]

Originally Posted by Clark_Kent

Sounds like you're set on PO, but if you decide to go new, the Tourneau in Atlanta doesn't sell new Rolex timepieces.

I am not set on PO, just weighing all my options. Good to know about Tourneau though. Thanks for the heads up. Have you purchased from them?

[Msmall143]

Originally Posted by roll_the_dice

I am not set on PO, just weighing all my options. Good to know about Tourneau though. Thanks for the heads up. Have you purchased from them?

i have, bought an iwc. retailed for 11,700, think i paid 6300. they even delivered to me while at dinner in nyc. they were changing the band and i didnt have time to wait so they said they could bring it to me that night. was great service.

you can also view what they have on line and they can ship to a store

[roll_the_dice]

Originally Posted by Msmall143

i have, bought an iwc. retailed for 11,700, think i paid 6300. they even delivered to me while at dinner in nyc. they were changing the band and i didnt have time to wait so they said they could bring it to me that night. was great service.

you can also view what they have on line and they can ship to a store

Thanks, I am looking at their site right now...they even have a 10% off, whether it will work or not with what I want, time will tell.

I am starting to debate between the Yachtmaster and Submariner now...hmmm sometimes it is good to have tough choices! LOL

I also just joined rolexforums.com...

[Mikegg]

I am looking to buy a new Datejust 2. The MSRP is $7,150.
So far I have one AD doing $6,450 - what would be a good selling price for this watch?

Do you guys recommend any AD's in NJ/NY.

[Clark_Kent]

Originally Posted by roll_the_dice

I am not set on PO, just weighing all my options. Good to know about Tourneau though. Thanks for the heads up. Have you purchased from them?

I have purchased from Tourneau but not from the Atlanta location. Service was ok. I had them ship to my home out of state to dodge the sales tax. I was incredibly annoyed that it was shipped without requiring a signature. I woke up one morning to find my $10,000 timepiece sitting on my front porch.

[roll_the_dice]

Originally Posted by Clark_Kent

I have purchased from Tourneau but not from the Atlanta location. Service was ok. I had them ship to my home out of state to dodge the sales tax. I was incredibly annoyed that it was shipped without requiring a signature. I woke up one morning to find my $10,000 timepiece sitting on my front porch.

Thanks--That is exactly what I was thinking about shipping to my other address, but my other address is in NY where they are also...could ship to my one of my brothers in CT or IN.

Sucks shipping without signature...I know when I ship Fedex anything over $500 insurance requires a signature, but I guess I could cancel if necessary...crazy though.

[Clark_Kent]

Originally Posted by roll_the_dice

Thanks--That is exactly what I was thinking about shipping to my other address, but my other address is in NY where they are also...could ship to my one of my brothers in CT or IN.

Sucks shipping without signature...I know when I ship Fedex anything over $500 insurance requires a signature, but I guess I could cancel if necessary...crazy though.

Maybe signature was required and UPS breached protocol. Not really sure who was at fault. I got the timepiece without incident so that's all that matters.

[bing240sx]

buy in Canada, USD is strong... call here: http://harmonyjewellers.ca/

ask for Kevin (owner)

i bought a daytona there... friend bought an SD recently.

he had a ceramic stainless daytona in there the other day when i was in.

[PoorLurker]

https://www.hqmilton.com/timepieces

[bimmerfrk]

Originally Posted by roll_the_dice

Did you ever buy your Rolex? I am in the market for a submariner and was wondering where you may have purchased and how the experience was online? Thanks

Still shopping around. I just can't decide if its worth saving a grand or 2 and going pre-owned versus brand new..... decisions decisions.....

[bimmerfrk]

You guys think this is a good deal?

https://www.hqmilton.com/timepieces/...nd-papers-8249

Look like its in solid condition. Also does this model have the ceramic bezel?

[Atcdod]

Originally Posted by bimmerfrk

You guys think this is a good deal?

https://www.hqmilton.com/timepieces/...nd-papers-8249

Look like its in solid condition. Also does this model have the ceramic bezel?

Pretty good price, box and papers is def a plus. Not a ceramic bezel though

[bimmerfrk]

Originally Posted by Atcdod

Pretty good price, box and papers is def a plus. Not a ceramic bezel though

What year did the ceramic bezel come into production?

Thanks for the info in advanced.