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Old 14 June 2018, 09:08 AM   #1
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$24.5k for a fuchsia 1675?

Jacek has one listed currently. So if the watch only without the insert is about maybe 12k, the insert then cost more than the watch?

Crazy what a year can do in the vintage market. Used to be the most under appreciated reference, and all of a sudden it’s the darling of the collectors. Any guess how high it could go by the end of year? 30k, 35k? Mind boggling!


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Old 14 June 2018, 09:50 AM   #2
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The GMT market has been hot for at least 3-4yrs.
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Old 14 June 2018, 09:52 AM   #3
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If you like it with a matte dial at 1.4m I think you will have to pay more than 12k in that condition. Personally I think the dial is wrong but that is just me. I’d like a gilt dial in that serial range. It’s a super nice watch though. Regardless insert. Price is ridicoulos imho for fuchsias but people seem to like them (and pay for them).
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Old 14 June 2018, 09:56 AM   #4
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I think a nice Correct 1675 should be worth every bit of what the new Pepsi is bringing on the grey market...20K.
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Old 14 June 2018, 09:57 AM   #5
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Jacek has one listed currently. So if the watch only without the insert is about maybe 12k, the insert then cost more than the watch?

Crazy what a year can do in the vintage market. Used to be the most under appreciated reference, and all of a sudden it’s the darling of the collectors. Any guess how high it could go by the end of year? 30k, 35k? Mind boggling!


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When was it the most underappreciated reference? Hate to be the bearer of bad news but it sold much better than the vintage Subs did back in the day.
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Old 14 June 2018, 10:24 AM   #6
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Jacek has one listed currently. So if the watch only without the insert is about maybe 12k, the insert then cost more than the watch?
Highly doubt that watch without an insert is 12k in today's market...
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Old 14 June 2018, 10:34 AM   #7
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Highly doubt that watch without an insert is 12k in today's market...
I don’t think I implied that it was.I was simply stating my opinion that a 1675 should be worth the grey price of a new BLRO SS....Seeing how they are not making them anymore and Rolex will be pumping out the new One for Years to come.
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Old 14 June 2018, 10:35 AM   #8
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If you like it with a matte dial at 1.4m I think you will have to pay more than 12k in that condition. Personally I think the dial is wrong but that is just me. I’d like a gilt dial in that serial range. It’s a super nice watch though. Regardless insert. Price is ridicoulos imho for fuchsias but people seem to like them (and pay for them).
I agree regarding the dial. I would expect a gilt dial and the correct hand set with the small 24-hour hand.

As far as pricing goes, it is what it is - whether it's a bezel insert, bracelet or watch. If you like the item, and are comfortable with the price, then do what you need to do. If you aren't comfortable with a price, move on.
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Old 14 June 2018, 11:03 AM   #9
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I don’t think I implied that it was.I was simply stating my opinion that a 1675 should be worth the grey price of a new BLRO SS....Seeing how they are not making them anymore and Rolex will be pumping out the new One for Years to come.
Understood your post. I misquoted actually..meant to quote the op. Apologies.
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Old 14 June 2018, 11:16 AM   #10
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I'm preparing to drop a decent amount on a new insert for my 1675, and I'd rather pay top dollar for a super fat font than a fuchsia to be honest.
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At best the watch was serviced in the late sixties and the dial hands and insert were replaced at that time. Crazy money IMHO for a watch that is not correct.
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Old 14 June 2018, 12:07 PM   #12
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Am I mistaken or aren’t fuchsias “correct” on slightly later reference years 1968-70ish?
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Old 14 June 2018, 12:38 PM   #13
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Am I mistaken or aren’t fuchsias “correct” on slightly later reference years 1968-70ish?
You are not mistaken,Mostly seen on Long E MK1 Dials.
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Old 14 June 2018, 01:22 PM   #14
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I'm preparing to drop a decent amount on a new insert for my 1675, and I'd rather pay top dollar for a super fat font than a fuchsia to be honest.

I’m glad someone said this, and I’m happy to +1 the comment:
The fuchsia does nothing for me versus a nice fat font. I can’t see the draw. Frankly, I think they are a wee bit feminine. And that’s coming from a Gynecologist!




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Old 14 June 2018, 02:02 PM   #15
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I’m glad someone said this, and I’m happy to +1 the comment:
The fuchsia does nothing for me versus a nice fat font. I can’t see the draw. Frankly, I think they are a wee bit feminine. And that’s coming from a Gynecologist!

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Old 14 June 2018, 02:06 PM   #16
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Come on Doc, tell us what you really think...and here's to you my friend.

jP, you know none of that holds true for you my friend. I'm just blabbering.
(And that is a damn purty insert!)


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Old 14 June 2018, 02:57 PM   #17
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I’m glad someone said this, and I’m happy to +1 the comment:
The fuchsia does nothing for me versus a nice fat font. I can’t see the draw. Frankly, I think they are a wee bit feminine. And that’s coming from a Gynecologist!




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Old 14 June 2018, 04:33 PM   #18
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When was it the most underappreciated reference? Hate to be the bearer of bad news but it sold much better than the vintage Subs did back in the day.


Lol. I know how much u revere the gmt John. I remember the days when 5513 from the same year and in same condition sold for way more than 1675. Those days r gone.


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The fuchsia does nothing for me versus a nice fat font. I can’t see the draw. Frankly, I think they are a wee bit feminine. And that’s coming from a Gynecologist!
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Old 14 June 2018, 04:35 PM   #20
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Jesus... now that one is the best of both worlds! Would love to find an insert like that.
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Old 14 June 2018, 04:35 PM   #21
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Highly doubt that watch without an insert is 12k in today's market...


I agree, just a figure of speech.


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I'm preparing to drop a decent amount on a new insert for my 1675, and I'd rather pay top dollar for a super fat font than a fuchsia to be honest.


Ideally the insert is period correct regardless of color or font.


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Old 14 June 2018, 05:27 PM   #23
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Old 15 June 2018, 07:46 PM   #24
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I’ve noticed dramatic price increases this past year.

Slightly off topic, the white 1680s are going for crazy money $14-$18K depending on condition and retail outlet.
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Lol. I know how much u revere the gmt John. I remember the days when 5513 from the same year and in same condition sold for way more than 1675. Those days r gone.


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I’ve noticed dramatic price increases this past year.

Slightly off topic, the white 1680s are going for crazy money $14-$18K depending on condition and retail outlet.
Insane,I bought a unpolished 1680 White W/Punched papers and box for $8,500 no more than 2yrs ago and $8,500 was Top Dollar at the time.
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Insane,I bought a unpolished 1680 White W/Punched papers and box for $8,500 no more than 2yrs ago and $8,500 was Top Dollar at the time.
I picked one up also awhile back for a decent price also...but have always felt they're undervalued compared to other references. Guess the market "discovered" it and caught up.
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Old 16 June 2018, 06:20 AM   #28
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That Fuchsia is SOLD.
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Old 16 June 2018, 07:32 AM   #29
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Come on Doc, tell us what you really think...and here's to you my friend.
That is really a thing of beauty .. One badass fuchsia
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I picked one up also awhile back for a decent price also...but have always felt they're undervalued compared to other references. Guess the market "discovered" it and caught up.
Yep,I always thought how to people pay 15-20K for a Red Sub But 7-8K for a White...Made no sense.These are of course old prices but serve as a reference point.
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