Hi to all, help needed with 1st Rolex.

[Frogster]

Hi, this is a big jump for me, coming up 60 years and decided it is time to treat myself with my first Rolex.

I have 3 months to find my to be cherish timepiece and I do not want to make a total disaster of the mission, and I am finding it a mission, minefield even.

I have a budget of upto £2500, therefore new of out of the question.

So where do I start ?

Age modern or vintage, model, dealer or private ( think I know that one ), models to avoid, do I need 12 months warranty, are box and papers essential.

Don't mind a model without date.

All advice taken onboard.

Thank you in anticipation.

Kind regards

David UK.