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28 May 2008, 03:19 PM | #1 |
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Is it possible?
So, i'm looking for an older (early or mid 70's) preowned automatic Rolex date just in all stainless for under $1500. I'm not looking for one in perfect condition, just in wearable and sound condition. Is it possible to find one in this price range? I see quite a few on eBay but can't always tell in the photos the true condition. I would much rather buy from an RF friend then have the chance of being scammed on ebay. I'm new at this so bare with me.
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28 May 2008, 11:59 PM | #2 |
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Sure. I would say it's possible to find a preowned Rolex Date in that price range. But you should note that it might not have been serviced recently and cost of having it serviced would be around US $ 500. Why not try finding one right here? When you have written 15 posts and have been a member for 15 days, you can post a "WTB" (Want To Buy) thread in the Classifieds Section. Best of luck!
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I saw a nice Air King in that price range last night. I'll see if I can track it down for you.
Edit: Never mind... you're wanting a Datejust. Sorry.
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It won't have white gold. It'll be all stainless... but the center will be polished. I'll keep looking for you.
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I'm starting to think that watch would look good on my wrist! Hmmmm...
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Here's a Date that Cayce's selling. It's not a Datejust, but a Date. The size of the watch is a little smaller than the Datejust. It's a 34mm instead of a 36mm. This one's $1800.
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Not exactly the style I am looking for but it is a beautiful watch. I will keep that one in the back of my mind. Thanks for the great responses colemanitis. I couldnt have asked for better help
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No problem at all. I'll let you know if I come across anything else you might be interested in.
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Much appreciated! Thanks!
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I hope Dan Pierce doesnt mind, but I borrowed a picture of his DateJust as a visual reference for the style and color that im looking for.
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So the model you are looking for is a 1601 and those are going for around <$2K you will have to do your homework so as you get a good one. and good luck.
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That is my reasoning for coming to RF. To get schooled and learn more so that I have a greater knowledge as to what im buying. Thank you I saw your 1601 in another post and it is exactly what I am looking for, in a lesser condition of course (my price range)
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Anyone else have any suggestions?
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You might check on www.swissluxury.com or interwatches.com
It might be tough to find one in your price range, though, as these places usually recondition their watches and expect to command a higher price. |
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They want 14.5 for a Milgauss GV!!! How crazy!
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Yeah, im not looking for one in perfect condition. I plan on wearing mine so I dont mind a few flaws or scratches. I just want it to be a sound watch. I just picked up this 44mm Oris as a watch for daily wear. Not as nice as a rolex but definately a clean watch to match my attire.
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I just passed up that same watch this weekend. And it was a quickset. It was $1300. I passed on it because I had just bought a Tudor Sub. I will check and see if he still has it. It was a very nice watch and in great shape. Jim
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Which watch are you referring to Jim?
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It shold be possible, I recently got one for just a little more than your budget as I wanted one in top condition.
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That would be great Jim, thank you!
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