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Motown · 8 July 2010, 06:15 AM

Hi,

I'm a new user, Has anyone ever used west sussex watches on eBay uk to buy vintage watches, I'm looking at a 6694 but having never bought vintage before i am a little wary.

Cheers

jcherskine · 9 July 2010, 06:08 AM

Welcome to TRF

I have never bought any vintage watches from West Sussex Watches, but would be wary of buying anything on Ebay without having it checked out first.
If you are considering purchasing from Ebay, I would ask here first, and post a link to the watch you are considering.
The experts here are normally more than willing to assist.
Ebay is littered with non genuine Rolex watches and parts, so be very careful.

Motown · 9 July 2010, 06:12 AM

Thanks alot for the help.

Here is a link to watch

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...=STRK:MEWAX:IT

The seller says the watch is all original with its original dial having been restored. With a new non original strap.

Hopefully someone can help.

JUSTROLEXES · 9 July 2010, 06:16 AM

Welcome to TRF

Never used them but we have few Great seller here that sell lots of vintage Check the For Sale - Watches etc. and you can find guys like: Stevemulholland3 and many more or you can just place a Want To Buy under the WTB section

Dubby · 9 July 2010, 07:01 AM

Hi

I was very tempted to buy a watch from West Sussex Watches a short while ago. The advert described it has having an 'aftermarket Rolex Oyster bracelet', which to me, suggested that the bracelet was Rolex, just newer than the watch. I queried this with the seller (who, incidentally was quite rude and short in his reply, not giving too much info). Apparently, he had this particular bracelet replicated by a jeweller. Being a bit miffed that this was described as a Rolex Oyster bracelet, not a copy, got me wondering how genuine the rest of the watch was

so I never placed a bid.

Just my 2p worth

Motown · 10 July 2010, 12:48 AM

Thanks for your help everyone, Interesting especially Dubby. Appreciate it. Think i'll probably leave it and shop around!

denzo · 10 July 2010, 02:01 AM

Hey - that dial doesnt look like a normal Rolex dial.

I would steer clear - or ask them to email you photos of the engravings between the lugs at 12 and 6.

Good Luck ...

mcjp6 · 10 July 2010, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Motown

The seller says the watch is all original

That watch is not all original, it has some issues, I would keep well clear of it.....

Bucks · 8 June 2011, 04:47 PM

I purchased a watch a couple of years ago. When it broke down I had Rolex look at it and they deemed it to be a fake.

Rolex were aware that West Sussex Watches was questionable, so I would be careful if I was you.

boxbrownie · 8 June 2011, 07:19 PM

I bought my first Rolex from West Sussex Watches about 2 years ago, its a '78 OP TT and its been perfect, I had it checked not long after it arrived and it checked out all original.
It has been a great time keeper since then.

Just my experience with them.

Andy B · 8 June 2011, 08:44 PM

Never bought from them but phoned them up once to query an item. The man on the phone was rude, didn't seem to know what he was taliking about and didn't seem particullarly interested in talking to me.
Personally, I wouldn't bother.

Andy B.

Paul · 8 June 2011, 08:48 PM

... produce and sell a lot of after-market dials for old Rolexes - some quite quirky.

This probably helps gets a few old watches up and running again but they are essentially just fake dials.

DCgator · 8 June 2011, 09:33 PM

Welcome aboard!

GilesAMorse · 9 June 2011, 12:05 AM

Don't know anything about the company myself but it seems some people aren't too keen: http://www.dkpw.co.uk/wp/?p=4685

Puffy · 9 June 2011, 01:56 AM

If you're looking for vintage in England speak to Gary at Sanderson & Son... top notch outfit and highly trustworthy

Cannop · 9 June 2011, 08:38 AM

Do not even think of using WSW.

DiamondJack · 10 June 2011, 04:14 AM

I enquired about one and had a fairly informed conversation with a guy i would say was open and honest.

He reasonably quickly declared that the watch in question had a refinished dial which obviously killed it for me. But because it appears they have access to an ex-Rolex trained and experienced dial guy locally, I think a lot of their watches are basket case dials that are then refinished.

But if you want a new looking vintage and are not particularly concerned about originality then fine. Horses for courses and all that. Their prices reflect that so where's the harm. I would imagine the bad feedback is from people thinking they are getting the bargain of the century to then find its refinished. As they say.....you get what you pay for

horrilluberbabe · 5 August 2011, 04:35 AM

Hi Guys,
I have just raised a dispute against WSW.
Sold me a rolex explorer precision, nice enough chap to speak to (Jamie Thorpe he as called ), waited 5 days for the thing to turn up - had been unable to contact by phone/email. Ebay jut emailed me to say that the seller was dodgy and had disappeared and to raise a dispute.
No longer an ebay member, mobile number disconnected.
Annoyed. Joined this forum just to tell you he is defiantly crooked.

brecks · 22 August 2014, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by horrilluberbabe

Hi Guys,
I have just raised a dispute against WSW.
Sold me a rolex explorer precision, nice enough chap to speak to (Jamie Thorpe he as called ), waited 5 days for the thing to turn up - had been unable to contact by phone/email. Ebay jut emailed me to say that the seller was dodgy and had disappeared and to raise a dispute.
No longer an ebay member, mobile number disconnected.
Annoyed. Joined this forum just to tell you he is defiantly crooked.

Thread resurrection
Jamie Thorpe is back in business with Ludgate watches, he has just caught me out, I payed direct transfer for a dateadjust still waiting for it to arrive 5 days later

, I have found his co-owners address as I can't find one for this Jamie Thorpe, so unless anyone here can give me an address for him, I will have to let my solicitor write to the other owner, after all he must take responsibility surely?.

brecks · 3 September 2014, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brecks

Thread resurrection
Jamie Thorpe is back in business with Ludgate watches, he has just caught me out, I payed direct transfer for a dateadjust still waiting for it to arrive 5 days later

, I have found his co-owners address as I can't find one for this Jamie Thorpe, so unless anyone here can give me an address for him, I will have to let my solicitor write to the other owner, after all he must take responsibility surely?.

Watch turned up 2 weeks late, no explanation but it's here so good news.
What I can't understand is why it was posted this late!!!.
Anyway all good .

8 July 2010, 06:15 AM	#1
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8 June 2011, 04:47 PM	#9
Bucks "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 1	Fake I purchased a watch a couple of years ago. When it broke down I had Rolex look at it and they deemed it to be a fake. Rolex were aware that West Sussex Watches was questionable, so I would be careful if I was you.

8 June 2011, 08:48 PM	#12
Paul "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Zealand Posts: 1,000	West Sussex watches ..... ... produce and sell a lot of after-market dials for old Rolexes - some quite quirky. This probably helps gets a few old watches up and running again but they are essentially just fake dials.

9 June 2011, 01:56 AM	#15
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	If you're looking for vintage in England speak to Gary at Sanderson & Son... top notch outfit and highly trustworthy __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

9 July 2010, 06:08 AM	#2
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	Welcome to TRF I have never bought any vintage watches from West Sussex Watches, but would be wary of buying anything on Ebay without having it checked out first. If you are considering purchasing from Ebay, I would ask here first, and post a link to the watch you are considering. The experts here are normally more than willing to assist. Ebay is littered with non genuine Rolex watches and parts, so be very careful.

9 July 2010, 06:12 AM	#3
Motown "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: north east englan Watch: Milgauss, DSSD Posts: 5	Thanks alot for the help. Here is a link to watch http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...=STRK:MEWAX:IT The seller says the watch is all original with its original dial having been restored. With a new non original strap. Hopefully someone can help.

9 July 2010, 07:01 AM	#5
Dubby Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: UK Watch: 1989 Sub date Posts: 21	Hi I was very tempted to buy a watch from West Sussex Watches a short while ago. The advert described it has having an 'aftermarket Rolex Oyster bracelet', which to me, suggested that the bracelet was Rolex, just newer than the watch. I queried this with the seller (who, incidentally was quite rude and short in his reply, not giving too much info). Apparently, he had this particular bracelet replicated by a jeweller. Being a bit miffed that this was described as a Rolex Oyster bracelet, not a copy, got me wondering how genuine the rest of the watch was so I never placed a bid. Just my 2p worth

10 July 2010, 12:48 AM	#6
Motown "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: north east englan Watch: Milgauss, DSSD Posts: 5	Thanks for your help everyone, Interesting especially Dubby. Appreciate it. Think i'll probably leave it and shop around!

10 July 2010, 02:01 AM	#7
denzo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cheshire Watch: DJ 116234 Roman N Posts: 197	Hey - that dial doesnt look like a normal Rolex dial. I would steer clear - or ask them to email you photos of the engravings between the lugs at 12 and 6. Good Luck ...

8 June 2011, 08:44 PM	#11
Andy B "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Cheshire, England Posts: 275	Never bought from them but phoned them up once to query an item. The man on the phone was rude, didn't seem to know what he was taliking about and didn't seem particullarly interested in talking to me. Personally, I wouldn't bother. Andy B.

8 June 2011, 09:33 PM	#13
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	Welcome aboard!

9 June 2011, 12:05 AM	#14
GilesAMorse "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: London Watch: 16610LV & 16613 Posts: 11	Don't know anything about the company myself but it seems some people aren't too keen: http://www.dkpw.co.uk/wp/?p=4685

9 June 2011, 08:38 AM	#16
Cannop "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Duncan Location: UK Watch: Lots Posts: 443	Do not even think of using WSW. __________________ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - "The quality is remembered long after the price is forgotten" - Sir Henry Royce (1863 -1933) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

10 June 2011, 04:14 AM	#17
DiamondJack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: London Watch: Quite a few Posts: 4,315	I enquired about one and had a fairly informed conversation with a guy i would say was open and honest. He reasonably quickly declared that the watch in question had a refinished dial which obviously killed it for me. But because it appears they have access to an ex-Rolex trained and experienced dial guy locally, I think a lot of their watches are basket case dials that are then refinished. But if you want a new looking vintage and are not particularly concerned about originality then fine. Horses for courses and all that. Their prices reflect that so where's the harm. I would imagine the bad feedback is from people thinking they are getting the bargain of the century to then find its refinished. As they say.....you get what you pay for

5 August 2011, 04:35 AM	#18
horrilluberbabe "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Exeter, UK Posts: 1	Hi Guys, I have just raised a dispute against WSW. Sold me a rolex explorer precision, nice enough chap to speak to (Jamie Thorpe he as called ), waited 5 days for the thing to turn up - had been unable to contact by phone/email. Ebay jut emailed me to say that the seller was dodgy and had disappeared and to raise a dispute. No longer an ebay member, mobile number disconnected. Annoyed. Joined this forum just to tell you he is defiantly crooked.

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