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28 July 2013, 05:40 PM | #1 |
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Pre owned sub or explorer ????
Hi guys
I've made a few posts over the last few weeks whilst I've been doing my research. I like the submariner and the Explorer II. I think I'm going to have to go down the secondhand/pre owned route. My budget is £2,500. Do you think this is achievable ? Can anyone recommend a reputable jewler to buy from, I'm based in northwest England. I have seen some watches on eBay but am worried I could get ripped off with a copy. Also seen a few pre owned in various shop windows for about £4,000, that seems a lot to me as I could properly get a new one for £5,000 Thanks in advance |
28 July 2013, 05:55 PM | #2 |
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Between your two choices, I would definitely go Submariner. It's an iconic piece that looks great on any occasion. I've never been a fan of the ExpII myself, but go with the one that makes you happiest. Let us know what you choose and I hope you find one with your budget. Good luck!
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28 July 2013, 05:56 PM | #3 |
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Morning and welcome.....for your budget an Explorer 11 is closer but you may need to stretch your budget to closer to £3k.......prices appear cheaper in the States but I've never bought one outside of the UK......
I picked up a GMT at Christmas on ebay for £2800 with box and papers but I don't expect to get another one near that. Good luck and enjoy |
28 July 2013, 08:08 PM | #4 |
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The Explorer II is usually seen for about £500 more than the Sub. Get whichever you like best. Prices in the UK seem a little higher than they do in Australia and the US.
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28 July 2013, 10:27 PM | #5 |
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Cheers guys. I'll continue with my search.
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28 July 2013, 10:29 PM | #6 |
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My advice would be to take your time and be patient. There will be a point in your research that you realize the watch you are meant to have. Both of those are great models.
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28 July 2013, 10:55 PM | #7 |
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Avoid ebay.
In the UK look at: www.theoldwatchshop.com www.chronomaster.co.uk £2500 is a bit low but you should just pick up an old Explorer II without papers for this. £3000 - £3500 will get you a much nicer selection. You are right in that over £4000 you can buy new old stock from ADs. John Pass in Crewe is an AD with a good pre-owned selection but you will have to phone them to find out what's in stock. |
28 July 2013, 11:10 PM | #8 |
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Cheers marco.
I'll checkout those sites, think your right I'm going to have to up my budget a bit. |
28 July 2013, 11:20 PM | #9 |
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Good luck! Let us know what you find.
Just NB if you are thinking about a Submariner, probably best to aim for this straight away, rather than buying a compromise, flipping it, and losing money in the process! |
28 July 2013, 11:52 PM | #10 |
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I dont currently own a sub but I got bored so quickly with my Explorer I'd say Sub.
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29 July 2013, 12:23 AM | #11 |
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I'd go for a Sub.
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29 July 2013, 12:31 AM | #12 |
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Another vote for sub.
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29 July 2013, 12:36 AM | #13 |
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I agree with the sub vote.
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31 July 2013, 10:26 PM | #14 |
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Sub it is then. Cheers guys
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1 August 2013, 01:05 AM | #15 |
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I love the Explorer but I own the Sub. If I had to have just one it would be the Sub all day long. Not sure about your budget and prices in England. I would say to be very careful of EBay. Personally I would stay right here on TRF as there are many great sellers. Best of luck and please post pics when you get it.
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1 August 2013, 05:23 AM | #16 |
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Would agree that £2500 seems a bit low - probably looking at £3500 to £4000 for something fairly good- In any event, you cant go wrong with either the Sub or the Explorer!
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1 August 2013, 06:17 AM | #17 |
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Subs in the uk are on the up, not seen one under 3k this year
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