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RollieKid · 24 January 2012, 06:15 PM

Hey all...

I still can't get the rolex monkey off my back..

So I'm looking to add a gent's 18k TT Datejust w/ diamond markers and jubliee bracelet to the collection.

One of the local jewellers had a pre-owned model (made in 1999) in stock.

Asking price was $6,380AUD that's roughly $6,696USD.

They said it had only one previous owner and the bracelet had be re-polished.

It looked in good shape...but I have a feeling it is way over-priced.

Can anyone advise if my feelings are valid?

And if so what would be a reasonable price to pay for that watch.

Thanks

watch watcher · 24 January 2012, 11:17 PM

It does sound overpriced. Though, if the diamond marker dial is genuine Rolex you have to take that into consideration.

1bad750 · 24 January 2012, 11:45 PM

I would say a nice older 2 tone with a real rolex dia dial is in the 2800-3500 range depending on box,papers and condition of the watch.

slcbbrown · 25 January 2012, 12:03 AM

Unless the diamonds amount to a lot of extra money, the price seems a little high.

azguy · 25 January 2012, 12:18 AM

Way, way , way over priced....here a perfect example could be found for $4,000 or less

RollieKid · 25 January 2012, 01:01 PM

Thanks everyone..

...I thought it was overpriced

superdelsol · 25 January 2012, 03:52 PM

I just bought a P-series (2000) Ref. 16233 with Rolex diamond dial with boxes, books, and warranty paper for less than half of what your local dealer is asking. If I went to my local dealer, they would charge the same as yours, which is too much. These watches vary considerably in price and condition, so shop wisely. There are a lot of 2 tone Datejusts with aftermarket dials or added diamonds. I would not have considered a diamond dial watch if I hadn't found a factory dial watch complete with the Rolex warranty paper which lists the SN, Model, dial PN and dial description. It took a lot of time looking for the right watch at the right price, so good luck and happy hunting. I just wish it looked as good in the photo as it does in person:

Lion · 25 January 2012, 08:54 PM

Scott, that's a very nice looking watch...definitely has great eye appeal!!!

superdelsol · 26 January 2012, 12:42 PM

Thanks Leo!

24 January 2012, 06:15 PM	#1
RollieKid "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Down under Watch: my wrist candy Posts: 567	TT Datejust price reasonableness Hey all... I still can't get the rolex monkey off my back.. So I'm looking to add a gent's 18k TT Datejust w/ diamond markers and jubliee bracelet to the collection. One of the local jewellers had a pre-owned model (made in 1999) in stock. Asking price was $6,380AUD that's roughly $6,696USD. They said it had only one previous owner and the bracelet had be re-polished. It looked in good shape...but I have a feeling it is way over-priced. Can anyone advise if my feelings are valid? And if so what would be a reasonable price to pay for that watch. Thanks __________________ “No amount of money ever bought a second of time.” — Howard Stark

24 January 2012, 11:45 PM	#3
1bad750 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: NewYork Posts: 634	I would say a nice older 2 tone with a real rolex dia dial is in the 2800-3500 range depending on box,papers and condition of the watch. __________________ Rolex 116233 TT Datejust Super Jubilee Rolex 18038 Yg DD President Whiteface,roman Rolex 69173 TT Datejust Factory red Vignette diamond Rolex 118238 Yg DD White roman. Rolex 16613 2 Tone Bluesey

25 January 2012, 01:01 PM	#6
RollieKid "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Down under Watch: my wrist candy Posts: 567	Thanks everyone.....I thought it was overpriced __________________ “No amount of money ever bought a second of time.” — Howard Stark

25 January 2012, 03:52 PM	#7
superdelsol "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Scott Location: Arizona, USA Watch: your 6. Posts: 388	I just bought a P-series (2000) Ref. 16233 with Rolex diamond dial with boxes, books, and warranty paper for less than half of what your local dealer is asking. If I went to my local dealer, they would charge the same as yours, which is too much. These watches vary considerably in price and condition, so shop wisely. There are a lot of 2 tone Datejusts with aftermarket dials or added diamonds. I would not have considered a diamond dial watch if I hadn't found a factory dial watch complete with the Rolex warranty paper which lists the SN, Model, dial PN and dial description. It took a lot of time looking for the right watch at the right price, so good luck and happy hunting. I just wish it looked as good in the photo as it does in person: __________________ "For a successful technology, reality must take precedence over public relations, for nature cannot be fooled." Dr. Richard P. Feynman, Rogers Commission Report, Appendix F, 9 June 1986

25 January 2012, 08:54 PM	#8
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Scott, that's a very nice looking watch...definitely has great eye appeal!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

24 January 2012, 11:17 PM	#2
watch watcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: ME Watch: Vintages Posts: 565	It does sound overpriced. Though, if the diamond marker dial is genuine Rolex you have to take that into consideration.

25 January 2012, 12:03 AM	#4
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,688	Unless the diamonds amount to a lot of extra money, the price seems a little high.

25 January 2012, 12:18 AM	#5
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	Way, way , way over priced....here a perfect example could be found for $4,000 or less

26 January 2012, 12:42 PM	#9
superdelsol "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Scott Location: Arizona, USA Watch: your 6. Posts: 388	Thanks Leo! __________________ "For a successful technology, reality must take precedence over public relations, for nature cannot be fooled." Dr. Richard P. Feynman, Rogers Commission Report, Appendix F, 9 June 1986

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