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Originally Posted by GTAKnights
Given the recent scandal... it got me thinking.....
I have purchased 5 watches online from individuals (I'm new) and enjoy buying pre-owned for many reasons including getting to know the seller, the watch history and especially the hunt for the perfect example.
I hadn't considered asking a trusted member of our online communities (only people I would buy from) for proof of 'watch in hand' such as you see on Chrono where they show a specific time set on the watch or in the old days a pic with a news paper in the shot. I simply trusted.... I will now ask for proof. This eliminates the re-sellers or importers who cannot ship the exact watch immediately. I only feel comfortable buying direct from the person in possession of the watch, as we know you buy the seller not the watch.
Is this a common concern or an isolated incident?  |
not even sure what you are asking here... is being scammed with a fake watch an isolated incident when you buy pre owned watch??