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japenney · 24 September 2016, 05:29 AM

It is a F serial. Private sale in Canada. B&p. Recent Rolex service for $1000 Canadian (monopoly money). Crystal and bezel insert were replaced during service. Seller asking around $7000 USD. Can anyone comment on the general condition of the case. I am not adept at assessing if a 5 digit watch has been overpolished or appropriate amount of polish for its age. Seller is second owner and states it was only polished by rsc this year. Thanks guys.

Josh

Etschell · 24 September 2016, 05:37 AM

it looks okay. id consider this instead:

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=496667

japenney · 24 September 2016, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

it looks okay. id consider this instead:

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=496667

That looks like a good deal. However, it is difficult to buy from David in Canada as there are import fees.

Etschell · 24 September 2016, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by japenney

That looks like a good deal. However, it is difficult to buy from David in Canada as there are import fees.

talk to david first. maybe go on CWC as well. i always ask randomguy if he knows anyone.

The Libertine · 24 September 2016, 05:53 AM

That example is in excellent condition!

japenney · 24 September 2016, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

talk to david first. maybe go on CWC as well. i always ask randomguy if he knows anyone.

Thanks. I am on CWC. This watch belongs to a member of that forum and he has given me permission to do DD on the pictures. Randomguy is a good guy. I think he had this watch serviced by RSC before he sold it to current owner.

May I also ask why you prefer David's example? The faded pepsi is nice. Is that the reason?

Colin10101 · 24 September 2016, 06:05 AM

Condition looks good, polished but only once maybe twice. Go for it, it's an excellent watch.

Etschell · 24 September 2016, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by japenney

Thanks. I am on CWC. This watch belongs to a member of that forum and he has given me permission to do DD on the pictures. Randomguy is a good guy. I think he had this watch serviced by RSC before he sold it to current owner.

May I also ask why you prefer David's example? The faded pepsi is nice. Is that the reason?

that and its cheaper.

japenney · 24 September 2016, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

that and its cheaper.

True but I'm guessing David's example probably hasn't been serviced? I'll have to email him.

Randy63 · 24 September 2016, 06:27 AM

From what I can see, I'd jump on that one.

Randy

Golf&Watches · 24 September 2016, 07:04 AM

A very good example at a fantastic price, Cdn7,000 = what US$5,350? Jump on it.

japenney · 24 September 2016, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Golf&Watches

A very good example at a fantastic price, Cdn7,000 = what US$5,350? Jump on it.

No 7000 us. Any idea why this was moved to the WatchOut forum? I guess this is the appropriate spot.

SkyKing31 · 24 September 2016, 07:30 AM

It's a good looking watch, but 7000 seems a bit on the high price point. I saw a few 116710's for the same price and even a little less. Only thing about it is that you can't get a stainless pepsi with a 6 digit reference. If you like that watch, and it checks out perfectly, then but it and enjoy it in the best of health. You certainly can't go wrong with a beautiful GMT, GMT2. They are great watches!

crowncollection · 24 September 2016, 08:10 AM

Nice condition watch

japenney · 24 September 2016, 09:27 AM

Any other opinions on quality of the case are greatly appreciated .

Colin10101 · 24 September 2016, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by japenney

No 7000 us. Any idea why this was moved to the WatchOut forum? I guess this is the appropriate spot.

You found this on CWC? 7000 usd = 9200 CAD. I love my GMT to death, but I would not have spent 9200 on it. I would keep looking if I were you. Deals do come around.

RE: the case condition - looks pretty similar to mine, maybe a bit more polished. Mine has only been polished once, and very very lightly by Rolex. Mine is a bit sharper than that one, so I think it was either polished harder, or has been polished twice. Either way, it is still looking pretty darn great.

japenney · 24 September 2016, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Colin10101

You found this on CWC? 7000 usd = 9200 CAD. I love my GMT to death, but I would not have spent 9200 on it. I would keep looking if I were you. Deals do come around.

RE: the case condition - looks pretty similar to mine, maybe a bit more polished. Mine has only been polished once, and very very lightly by Rolex. Mine is a bit sharper than that one, so I think it was either polished harder, or has been polished twice. Either way, it is still looking pretty darn great.

Yea I had a wtb AD on cwc and a reputable member pmD me. Thanks for your input.

Knappo 1307 · 24 September 2016, 10:16 AM

Price is too high

Boaters · 24 September 2016, 02:22 PM

Prices are going up on the 16710's I just bought one In excellent condition D serial no hole lugs and All bezel inserts for less than that.

xjeeunitx · 24 September 2016, 02:38 PM

Looks good to me but as what others said, the price is a bit high. Even with the price increases, I wouldn't pay more than 5000 for these. Just not worth it in my opinion. At 6000, I would rather pay a little more and get a BLNR.

roadkillrob · 24 September 2016, 10:18 PM

As much as it might not be worth that much to others, 6-7k USD is the going rate for most of these watches, fully serviced, mint condition with box and paters 7k, 6k with cosmetic issues, no service history or missing box and papers.

Obviously pay less if you can, but if it is a complete set and was just serviced and is not overly polished, it is high 6's I think and you can look at it in person and get it in country, so I would certainly make an offer and paying close to that would not be a terrible deal.

You probably won't loose much on it at the current rate of price increase on those.

bdex75 · 24 September 2016, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by roadkillrob

As much as it might not be worth that much to others, 6-7k USD is the going rate for most of these watches, fully serviced, mint condition with box and paters 7k, 6k with cosmetic issues, no service history or missing box and papers.

Obviously pay less if you can, but if it is a complete set and was just serviced and is not overly polished, it is high 6's I think and you can look at it in person and get it in country, so I would certainly make an offer and paying close to that would not be a terrible deal.

You probably won't loose much on it at the current rate of price increase on those.

Agree. Not sure what the taxes are to import but that has to be factored into a US piece as well.

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japenney · 25 September 2016, 02:36 AM

Guys we are at $6700 USD now for the watch. Here is the service paperwork for a $800 USD service at Rolex Canada in March/16. What do you think? Seller is trusted.

Does refinishFIXcase mean something was fixed on the case? Or is this just what Rolex puts on the service paperwork for a polish?

cornerstore · 25 September 2016, 04:52 AM

Interesting looking at your posts on this 16710 and as well as your poll. You seem very reluctant to follow your own instincts. I've been here since 08 and have never seen someone ask for so many opinions on what they should or should not do prior to a purchase. I'd suggest some people should stay with BNIB otherwise they are never content with the blemishes of a used watch. All watches are polished initially and many are slightly different because of that human factor. Your F serial pic has things that would bug me at that price point. Then again having read all these "is it overpolished" threads lately I'm becoming a little OCD about some things. I bought a polished 16710 a couple years ago but paid half that price, so on balance the little things can be overlooked. There are BNIB 16710's out there, I'd suggest you locate one of those.

fskywalker · 2 October 2016, 09:45 AM

Looks good indeed, bur pricey

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24 September 2016, 05:37 AM	#2
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	it looks okay. id consider this instead: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=496667 __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

24 September 2016, 06:05 AM	#7
Colin10101 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Colin Location: Toronto Watch: 16710 Posts: 1,336	Condition looks good, polished but only once maybe twice. Go for it, it's an excellent watch. __________________ Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 "Z" Serial COKE Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea *BLACK*

24 September 2016, 08:10 AM	#14
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,157	Nice condition watch __________________ watches many

2 October 2016, 09:45 AM	#25
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,641	Looks good indeed, bur pricey Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 Zenith 02.480.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

24 September 2016, 05:53 AM	#5
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	That example is in excellent condition!

24 September 2016, 06:27 AM	#10
Randy63 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Scranton Watch: 16610 Posts: 996	From what I can see, I'd jump on that one. Randy

24 September 2016, 07:04 AM	#11
Golf&Watches "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Global Watch: 116719 Posts: 480	A very good example at a fantastic price, Cdn7,000 = what US$5,350? Jump on it.

24 September 2016, 07:30 AM	#13
SkyKing31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Manalapan Florida Watch: Tridor Masterpiece Posts: 2,819	It's a good looking watch, but 7000 seems a bit on the high price point. I saw a few 116710's for the same price and even a little less. Only thing about it is that you can't get a stainless pepsi with a 6 digit reference. If you like that watch, and it checks out perfectly, then but it and enjoy it in the best of health. You certainly can't go wrong with a beautiful GMT, GMT2. They are great watches!

24 September 2016, 09:27 AM	#15
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Any other opinions on quality of the case are greatly appreciated .

24 September 2016, 10:16 AM	#18
Knappo 1307 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 8,557	Price is too high

24 September 2016, 02:22 PM	#19
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,649	Prices are going up on the 16710's I just bought one In excellent condition D serial no hole lugs and All bezel inserts for less than that.

24 September 2016, 02:38 PM	#20
xjeeunitx 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 5,430	Looks good to me but as what others said, the price is a bit high. Even with the price increases, I wouldn't pay more than 5000 for these. Just not worth it in my opinion. At 6000, I would rather pay a little more and get a BLNR.

24 September 2016, 10:18 PM	#21
roadkillrob "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Rob Location: Boston Watch: 16610 Sub,ZblueMIL Posts: 167	As much as it might not be worth that much to others, 6-7k USD is the going rate for most of these watches, fully serviced, mint condition with box and paters 7k, 6k with cosmetic issues, no service history or missing box and papers. Obviously pay less if you can, but if it is a complete set and was just serviced and is not overly polished, it is high 6's I think and you can look at it in person and get it in country, so I would certainly make an offer and paying close to that would not be a terrible deal. You probably won't loose much on it at the current rate of price increase on those.

25 September 2016, 04:52 AM	#24
cornerstore "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 3,999	Interesting looking at your posts on this 16710 and as well as your poll. You seem very reluctant to follow your own instincts. I've been here since 08 and have never seen someone ask for so many opinions on what they should or should not do prior to a purchase. I'd suggest some people should stay with BNIB otherwise they are never content with the blemishes of a used watch. All watches are polished initially and many are slightly different because of that human factor. Your F serial pic has things that would bug me at that price point. Then again having read all these "is it overpolished" threads lately I'm becoming a little OCD about some things. I bought a polished 16710 a couple years ago but paid half that price, so on balance the little things can be overlooked. There are BNIB 16710's out there, I'd suggest you locate one of those.

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