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Frogdog · 2 April 2013, 01:26 PM

Hello,

I have been looking at different timepieces and have decided on going with a Submariner 14060. I'm not opposed to buying a pre owned Rolex but would like to get some advice/insight on the process.

I came across a listing on Craig's list but am not comfortable spending that kind of money from a private seller without being educated. Would you look at the link to the listing and let me know your thoughts. He has several other Rolex for sale, so I've added them as well. I live within driving distance so I would have access to see in person.

What questions should I be asking when dealing with a private seller or someone other than an authorized dealer?

http://lexington.craigslist.org/jwl/3634607112.html
http://lexington.craigslist.org/jwl/3713962426.html
http://lexington.craigslist.org/jwl/3713968305.html

Thank you!

padi56 · 2 April 2013, 06:25 PM

Speaking personally would never buy a Rolex of Craigslist unless I new the seller 100% far better places to buy a Rolex like our own forum for-sale.

crowncollection · 2 April 2013, 06:36 PM

Be careful those photos look familiar.

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ale_ferrante · 2 April 2013, 07:28 PM

Acquiring the knowledge needed to spot a well made fake is not an easy thing to accomplish, especially with a relatively short time.
I would advise you to avoid private deals especially on craigslist. In any case, at that price you might as well find one here on the forum, and get it from someone with solid references. If you still want to stick with this private deal your only option is to meet at an AD and have them look at it.

Cheers,

Al.

mjclark32 · 2 April 2013, 07:56 PM

Number one rule is buy the seller, if its too good to be true walk away

chicfarmer1 · 2 April 2013, 09:54 PM

If you know nothing about authentic Rolex, either buy at an AD or invest the time to know the brand and the products. Stay away from Craigslist. It's at best for advanced buyers, and otherwise a gigantic risk.

seabreeze · 3 April 2013, 02:51 AM

Assuming you would like to purchase this watch, the plus is that it was serviced by Rolex recently and the guy is a NAWCC member which means he may have an established track record online.

As was stated by others far more knowledagle above..the big issue is - is the watch he hands you the one in the picture? or the one serviced by rolex?

My suggestion would be to ask if he would meet you at an authorized dealer to verify it....if he agrees that is a good sign, meet there, get it authenticated then buy it.

If he balks or hesitates at the idea...then walk away. Anyone selling a real rolex should be more than understanding in wanting it verified.

just my 2 cents

cajunron · 3 April 2013, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chicfarmer1

If you know nothing about authentic Rolex, either buy at an AD or invest the time to know the brand and the products. Stay away from Craigslist. It's at best for advanced buyers, and otherwise a gigantic risk.

This.

Frogdog · 20 April 2013, 08:30 PM

Thank you all for the feedback and suggestions. Last week I took ownership of a Submariner 14060m from a seller on the forum. I could not be happier!!

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2 April 2013, 01:26 PM	#1
Frogdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Kentucky Watch: u talknbout Willis Posts: 688	Buying a Submariner (need insight) Hello, I have been looking at different timepieces and have decided on going with a Submariner 14060. I'm not opposed to buying a pre owned Rolex but would like to get some advice/insight on the process. I came across a listing on Craig's list but am not comfortable spending that kind of money from a private seller without being educated. Would you look at the link to the listing and let me know your thoughts. He has several other Rolex for sale, so I've added them as well. I live within driving distance so I would have access to see in person. What questions should I be asking when dealing with a private seller or someone other than an authorized dealer? http://lexington.craigslist.org/jwl/3634607112.html http://lexington.craigslist.org/jwl/3713962426.html http://lexington.craigslist.org/jwl/3713968305.html Thank you!

2 April 2013, 06:25 PM	#2
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,264	Speaking personally would never buy a Rolex of Craigslist unless I new the seller 100% far better places to buy a Rolex like our own forum for-sale. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

2 April 2013, 06:36 PM	#3
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,157	Be careful those photos look familiar. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

2 April 2013, 07:56 PM	#5
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Number one rule is buy the seller, if its too good to be true walk away __________________

3 April 2013, 02:51 AM	#7
seabreeze 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Ed Location: Martha's Vineyard Posts: 832	Assuming you would like to purchase this watch, the plus is that it was serviced by Rolex recently and the guy is a NAWCC member which means he may have an established track record online. As was stated by others far more knowledagle above..the big issue is - is the watch he hands you the one in the picture? or the one serviced by rolex? My suggestion would be to ask if he would meet you at an authorized dealer to verify it....if he agrees that is a good sign, meet there, get it authenticated then buy it. If he balks or hesitates at the idea...then walk away. Anyone selling a real rolex should be more than understanding in wanting it verified. just my 2 cents __________________ Rolex Submariner 114060 - 2013 Rolex Explorer 1016 - 1967 Omega Seamaster 2220.80 2007 Victorinox Swiss Army 24221 - circa 1985 Sold but wish I didn't Rolex DateJust 1603 - 1972

2 April 2013, 07:28 PM	#4
ale_ferrante "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Al. Location: MIAMI/ROME Watch: GMT 116710LN Posts: 75	Acquiring the knowledge needed to spot a well made fake is not an easy thing to accomplish, especially with a relatively short time. I would advise you to avoid private deals especially on craigslist. In any case, at that price you might as well find one here on the forum, and get it from someone with solid references. If you still want to stick with this private deal your only option is to meet at an AD and have them look at it. Cheers, Al.

2 April 2013, 09:54 PM	#6
chicfarmer1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: J Location: USA Midwest Watch: Midsize Datejust Posts: 2,611	If you know nothing about authentic Rolex, either buy at an AD or invest the time to know the brand and the products. Stay away from Craigslist. It's at best for advanced buyers, and otherwise a gigantic risk.

20 April 2013, 08:30 PM	#9
Frogdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Kentucky Watch: u talknbout Willis Posts: 688	Thank you all for the feedback and suggestions. Last week I took ownership of a Submariner 14060m from a seller on the forum. I could not be happier!! ImageUploadedByTapatalk1366453690.787788.jpg

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