Quick advice needed please

[Lesnerelli23]

I’m currently discussing a deal to sell my Black Bay Pro, I don’t really want a trade but the potential buyer is short.

He’s offering me $2k plus a “like new” Ranger bracelet. I don’t feel like the bracelet makes up the difference. I wouldn’t be keeping it so the amount I could get for it matters.

Unfortunately, he’s also being quite pushy and snarky, it’s not through this forum and it’s just giving me a bad vibe in general.


Thanks for any help!


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[nyyankees]

Run away dude. Follow your gut.


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[EEpro]

What!? No.

[ian.thomas]

Originally Posted by nyyankees

Run away dude. Follow your gut.

This.

[Lesnerelli23]

Thank you!

Just wanted to make sure I wasn’t the one overvaluing what I have!

Thanks again everyone


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[996marty]

Don’t sell it especially if the buyer is being pushy

[Calatrava r]

Why would you deal with a person who is pushy and snarky? Just find another buyer who can pay cash for your watch.

[nighthawk77]

Thanks but no thanks from me

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

Why would you deal with a person who is pushy and snarky? Just find another buyer who can pay cash for your watch.

Exactly.

If that’s the behavior at the outset, image what they’ll be like to deal throughout the completion of the sale.

[Slimpee]

Tell him he can sell the bracelet himself to make you square.

He won’t agree to do it.

Walk away.

[Minkus]

Do like Kanye said and run away.

[Lesnerelli23]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Exactly.

If that’s the behavior at the outset, image what they’ll be like to deal throughout the completion of the sale.

I agree with you both, it was after I rejected his first offer that he became this way so I just wanted to make sure I wasn’t overvaluing the BBPro.

I can’t even imagine, as I believe someone else pointed out, trying to negotiate payment and who sends what first at this point.

I’m just kind of new to trading and selling so I appreciate the reassurance from you all :)


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[illiguy]

This seems like an easy “no” to me.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Lesnerelli23

I agree with you both, it was after I rejected his first offer that he became this way so I just wanted to make sure I wasn’t overvaluing the BBPro.

I can’t even imagine, as I believe someone else pointed out, trying to negotiate payment and who sends what first at this point.

I’m just kind of new to trading and selling so I appreciate the reassurance from you all :)


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You’re welcome

You’ll find the right person to work with no doubt. Every transaction is a two way street and both parties should feel good at the end of the deal.


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[wesdaniel]

Originally Posted by Lesnerelli23

I agree with you both, it was after I rejected his first offer that he became this way so I just wanted to make sure I wasn’t overvaluing the BBPro.

I can’t even imagine, as I believe someone else pointed out, trying to negotiate payment and who sends what first at this point.

I’m just kind of new to trading and selling so I appreciate the reassurance from you all :)


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Ultimately, only you can set the value of the watch you're selling / trading. You can ask $100,000 for it and, while nobody will buy it, you also don't have to budge from the price that you want.

Your potential buyer being pushy and snarky is, essentially, them trying to intimidate or push you to do something you don't want to do in the hopes that you'll capitulate because most people don't like confrontation.

Just so, "no, thank you," and be done with the transaction with him. At this point, you don't want to do business with him no matter what IMO.

[Lesnerelli23]

Originally Posted by wesdaniel

Your potential buyer being pushy and snarky is, essentially, them trying to intimidate or push you to do something you don't want to do in the hopes that you'll capitulate because most people don't like confrontation.

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Exactly the feeling I had. He kept insisting that if we spoke on the phone it would be easier as well. Not only was it not convenient for me, I also felt he was like you said hoping I’d give in easier to avoid confrontation.

I also prefer to have a record of what was said, just in case!

You all have confirmed my suspicions and I feel better about the situation now :)


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[azhiker54]

Hi, my two cents. Sometimes you just need to back off. Now, on a positive note, I just sold my 13 yr old Breitling Chrono 44 to Bob's Watches in Newport CA. I dealt with Christian, first via email, then he called me. The whole transaction took less than a wee, from my first contact till money was in my account.

I have no interest in Bobs, except what I just stated. I'm currently looking for my first Rolex, they may or may not be the one, but they were not rude or pushy.

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Citizen Titanium Blue Angel, Seiko, looking..

[EEpro]

Originally Posted by azhiker54

Hi, my two cents. Sometimes you just need to back off. Now, on a positive note, I just sold my 13 yr old Breitling Chrono 44 to Bob's Watches in Newport CA. I dealt with Christian, first via email, then he called me. The whole transaction took less than a wee, from my first contact till money was in my account.

I have no interest in Bobs, except what I just stated. I'm currently looking for my first Rolex, they may or may not be the one, but they were not rude or pushy.

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Citizen Titanium Blue Angel, Seiko, looking..

Their watches are legit. Be sure you know your wrist size as they do hold back links and up charge for them later.

[1William]

Just tell the buyer that the deal is cash and for what you are asking. I would also not waste any time communicating past this with the individual unless he says ok. A buyer is out there that will pay for the watch in a manner that is acceptable to you.

[Lesnerelli23]

Based on the consensus of this thread, I was not overvaluing what I have and therefore said no thanks in a way that finally got him to stop pushing back on me.

I appreciate the help!

He of course added that he “was sorry for all the inconvenience he caused in my life and that it had been an interesting experience”… uggghhhhh….

I wished him a happy holiday!


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