Best Vintage Rolex Investment you should buy now.

[loupe]

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[statsman]

Originally Posted by athom

The best would be the ones you would be happy to wear...

I have seen this time and again- a person gets interested in a topic, learns about it and sees something that they like, but is not as appreciated by the larger market. They buy it, and the market catches up to them ... eventually. Example- Matisse lithographs were very affordable in the early ‘80s. It wasn’t that long ago that many valued vintage watches were just “old and junky”.

If you know vintage Rolex, and there is something you really like, that not so many others do, then go for it.

Me? I am intrigued by the thought of a Hamilton Pacermatic.

[Claven2]

Originally Posted by springer

The question posed in the first post was... Just like the title, in your opinion what are some of the high potential vintage rolex investment?

I agree with some of the other posts and do not place the Datejust in this category. While it is considered one of the best sellers for Rolex, this doesn't necessarily make it a high potential collector model as is clearly evidenced by the current collector market for 30 or 40-year-old Datejust models.

As I mentioned earlier in this thread, some of the sapphire tritium models I like include the GMT 16700, GMT II 16710/16760 and the Submariner 16610LV anniversary sets as well as the sapphire 16800s, 16610s . Buy well and buy 'em all.

I think we are sayign the same thing - the depreciated used DJs sell well and in big numbers and don't tend to go down in value anyomre (talking the pre-sapphire models here), but are not going to appreciate like less common sports models. At least I think that is your point?

[996marty]

Originally Posted by springer

The question posed in the first post was... Just like the title, in your opinion what are some of the high potential vintage rolex investment?

I agree with some of the other posts and do not place the Datejust in this category. While it is considered one of the best sellers for Rolex, this doesn't necessarily make it a high potential collector model as is clearly evidenced by the current collector market for 30 or 40-year-old Datejust models.

As I mentioned earlier in this thread, some of the sapphire tritium models I like include the GMT 16700, GMT II 16710/16760 and the Submariner 16610LV anniversary sets as well as the sapphire 16800s, 16610s . Buy well and buy 'em all.

I couldn’t agree more with the comments above on a personal level I think the 4 and 5 digit GMT’s plus any old Rolex or Tudor subs will always be in high demand.

[Claven2]

It should be interesting to see if present Tudor sub popularity continues once Rolex's supply starts to meet sports watch demand. I think SOME of the vintage buying trend is because the new models can't be had by many people who would like them. This inflates vintage Rolex, which sees buyers more interested in "almost the watch I want" models, to include Tudor versions of iconic Rolex models.

We shall see.

[sillo]

Originally Posted by Claven2

This inflates vintage Rolex, which sees buyers more interested in "almost the watch I want" models, to include Tudor versions of iconic Rolex models.

I think people are finally realizing those Tudor subs, especially in good condition, are significantly more rare than their Rolex counterparts.

[Kingface66]

Originally Posted by sillo

I think people are finally realizing those Tudor subs, especially in good condition, are significantly more rare than their Rolex counterparts.

But, “rarer” doesn’t always equate to “as (or more) desirable”

[sillo]

Originally Posted by Kingface66

But, “rarer” doesn’t always equate to “as (or more) desirable”

Agreed, I just don't think the demand is ever going to go back to what it was on those (specifically any of the blue dial variants) considering how few of them there are and modern Tudor's current and increasing popularity.

To add to the thread I think blue 79090s or early 79190s with Rolex markings are great values at their current pricing.

[CPRWATCH]

Originally Posted by Kingface66

But, “rarer” doesn’t always equate to “as (or more) desirable”

Couldn’t agree more with your comments , so that’s why I bought a Blue Tudor submariner 79090 when no one wanted to buy one

[sillo]

Originally Posted by CPRWATCH

Blue Tudor submariner 79090

That is an absolute beauty

[tekno]

I have a hard time believing Vintage Tudors are selling because new subs aren’t easily obtained. Maybe nice vintage subs are hard to get so people choose the Older Tudors instead.

Is there anything that I missed regarding Rolex Supply that will change? I always assumed they were creating the supply shortage, do you really think they can’t produce enough watches?

The new watches don’t look right. I hope Tudors drop in value. More for us.


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[Watchdaytona]

Tudor 79260 are great value, between $4-6k for a decent one. The Panda and non Panda styles are getting harder to find and I predict the Tiger version will gain in value as he had secured his place in history as one of the top two golfers that ever lived and is beloved around the world.

[JasonBetts]

Originally Posted by roh123

Most of us buy houses to live in. At least in the part of world where I live.

Watches as investment are high-end stuff which is truly rare and sought after. Buying a Rolex 1675 or similar may be a good thing but I see it as consumption or at best a savings account. It’s a fun place to park your money. Not really much substance as basically the only driver is demand. It can shift very quickly.

Well said Roh, cash park sums it all up.

Any vintage 4 / 5 digits could keep your cash inflation-proof if you're from a country with crazy inflation rate


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[Timeguy123]

16610LV ( the most collectible watch Rolex made in the past two decades ), 116520, 16520, red 1680, maxi dial 5513.

[zapokee]

You can still pick up a yellow gold or white gold 1803 Day-Date for basically the same price as they were a few years ago before vintage Rolex prices went silly. In my opinion they offer potential for good performance in the coming years.

Get in while you can...and good luck if you prefer to keep your spare cash in a bank account with today's interest rates.

[lupus66]

1803

[1665fan]

Blue beach!

[DannyO]

Tudor Big Block 79170, 79160, 79180

[zapokee]

Originally Posted by DannyO

Tudor Big Block 79170, 79160, 79180

Like this?

I bought this years ago when I didn't know anything about vintage condition, chamfers, polishing and the like. Got lucky.

[BDon13]

Originally Posted by GB-man

Not that anyone in here cares but he was wearing richard mille 11-02 when I last saw him live.

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[GGGMT]

Originally Posted by zapokee

You can still pick up a yellow gold or white gold 1803 Day-Date for basically the same price as they were a few years ago before vintage Rolex prices went silly. In my opinion they offer potential for good performance in the coming years.

Get in while you can...and good luck if you prefer to keep your spare cash in a bank account with today's interest rates.

DDs have surprised me. Just don’t know that most really care about them. This stagnant.


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[Nikrnic]

The easy choice is any correct 5 dgt. Gmt, Sub and Expll with box & papers. I have a 16710 and 14060M both bought last year at market price so there was no stealing going on. I did the best I could and I'm enjoying having and wearing

two near perfect examples whether they go up or not. I would like to find the same in a 5513 or a 1680 which is looking better to me all the time with the open 6-9. CPRWATCH #129 his blue 79090 Tudor would be a great one to look at too.
Porfolio and investment advice > blah blah blah and thank you. I know how to make and invest my money. For me watches are a way to enjoy some rewards while retaining some value as an invested hobby, not as an investment on its own. I Buy and enjoy wearing the ones I love so it's been a win win for me.

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[DannyO]

Originally Posted by zapokee

Like this?

I bought this years ago when I didn't know anything about vintage condition, chamfers, polishing and the like. Got lucky.

https://www.revolution.watch/tudor-big-block/


Nice article on the Tudor Big Block

[bayareabuggs]

I dunno, vintage tudors are neat and all, but they have crumby eta movements in them. To me the value of a rolex is both the inside and outside of the watch

[JParm]

Originally Posted by bayareabuggs

I dunno, vintage tudors are neat and all, but they have crumby eta movements in them. To me the value of a rolex is both the inside and outside of the watch

Spoken like a true expert.

[JimSnyder]

Originally Posted by springer

"Not so long ago"...well, thirty years ago is a long time for many here. There are many forum members here that haven't seen their 30th birthday yet.

There were many factors that played into the bubbleback decline.

As I always say, please, stop with the doom and gloom- you're scaring the children.

30 years ago I was 30

[bayareabuggs]

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

Spoken like a true expert.

I struck a nerve. I notice you own a tudor so lols enjoy that eta movement. Its like buying a vintage ferrari with a volkswagen engine in it

[JParm]

Originally Posted by bayareabuggs

I struck a nerve. I notice you own a tudor so lols enjoy that eta movement. Its like buying a vintage ferrari with a volkswagen engine in it

You haven't struck a nerve with me just because I own a vintage snowflake; you've made a ridiculous statement about something that you clearly know nothing about.

This whole thing with in-house movements and vertical integration is such a new and novel idea in the watch world. Many companies in the past sourced their movements from others (ever heard of a Zenith Daytona?). Even brands in the $1k range are now going in-house, but that doesn't necessarily make them any better than previous movements.

[JParm]

Originally Posted by bayareabuggs

I struck a nerve. I notice you own a tudor so lols enjoy that eta movement. Its like buying a vintage ferrari with a volkswagen engine in it

And "lols" I will enjoy the ETA movement, along with my DD40, Hulk, 16710, Grand Seiko...

[Andjwhite]

16800 is a great daily wearer. Would any previous sub to the collection but for the savings it’s worth considering a newer sub with tritium.