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22 May 2019, 12:24 PM | #1 |
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Help - buying PP 3800
Hey I’ve been offered this nautilus PP3800 and I just wanted to make sure I wasn’t missing anything or any big issues. I think there is a bit of stretch in the bracelet. Any help would be much appreciated.
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22 May 2019, 01:15 PM | #2 |
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The moderate stretch is normal for a Nautilus that is worn daily. If it gets too stretched for you, you may need to consider the price of getting a new bracelet.
Remember to get the extract to confirm the movement. |
22 May 2019, 01:23 PM | #3 |
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Thanks Chows99. What should I be looking for on the extract?
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22 May 2019, 01:48 PM | #4 |
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The movement number should match when you opened up the caseback upon inspection.
Look out for any replacement parts like dial, etc. Is this a face to face deal? |
22 May 2019, 06:16 PM | #5 |
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I wouldn't worry about the stretch in the bracelet, I think that's more of a Rolex paranoia. And I certainly wouldn't change for a new bracelet. The dial looks correct for a 90s 3800 since it's a sigma dial and, also, the date wheel has the correct font.
This is the most desirable non special order stainless iteration of the 3800, since it is the spitting image of the 3700, albeit smaller and with a second hand. You live in NYC so you could always take it to Henry Stern Agency for a service. |
22 May 2019, 08:55 PM | #6 |
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This is not a face to face deal, but one from a dealer with a strong reputation. He does not have movement pictures though so I can not verify movement vs. extract.
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You may can check if the bracelet has all the links , and inquire the last service date ,i d bring it to a watchmaker to put on vibrograph for accuracy and pressure test. otherwise it s a lovely watch , enjoy it .
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22 May 2019, 09:23 PM | #8 |
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You mention I've been offered vs I want to buy...
Is this for you or is this a trade that you plan to flip? Regardless, it's a good looking Nautilus 3800...probably the most desirable version as well... Extracts are easy to obtain and the service is inexpensive, but it requires the help of a watch maker to open the case back so pics can be taken and sent to PP for eval. |
22 May 2019, 09:49 PM | #9 |
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Assuming there is no service history, you haven't seen movement pics, there is no extract or other paperwork, I would take it to Henry Stern ASAP to make sure everything is in order and factor in service cost of around 1.5k. They will get you the extract as well and it will take several months to get the watch back. This way you will also make sure it has not been stolen and you learn when it was produced, originally sold, and the movement type. The 330 is understood to be more reliable than the earlier 335 (weird numbering I know) and the change from 335 to 330 happened in the early 1990s if I remember correctly.
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22 May 2019, 10:08 PM | #10 |
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Thanks everyone, this is a buy and hold forever for me. They have the extract, just don’t have the case open for me to confirm the movement matches. I appreciate all of the help and sounds like I should bring it in to Henry Stern once I receive it.
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22 May 2019, 10:43 PM | #11 |
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http://www.classicwatchrepair.com/
IMHO Bracelet stretch can be fixed easily don’t need to replace brand new strap. Good luck n happy shopping |
26 May 2019, 09:08 AM | #12 |
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Moderate stretch looks OK for a daily worn Nautilus. You might wanna consider getting a new bracelet If it gets too stretched for you
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