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Thani · 4 February 2008, 01:12 AM

i was at a Buben & Zorweg Boutique today looking at some winders and watch boxes. While the sales man was showing me some models 3 Dutch men walk in and look around, they spot my GV and come over to say hi, and out of the blue one of them asks me:

Dutch Man: "Do you want to sell your Milgauss?"

(Me) Reply: "Sorry if i do im afraid i wont see one for the next few years on my wrist"

Dutch man: "I will pay 14 thousand USD cash $$$$$"

(Me) Reply: "Sorry my friend i dont think i can let it go"

Dutch man: "Okay i will pay 15 thousand USD cash"

(Me) Reply: "Sorry again, i saw one on ebay for 20 thousand USD and if you offered me that i wouldnt sell"

atldavek · 4 February 2008, 01:19 AM

To each their own, I would have left without a watch.

CanuckRolex · 4 February 2008, 01:35 AM

Why are they so valuable?

DoxaDavid · 4 February 2008, 01:35 AM

I would have sold it without a second thought. You can replace it with a little effort and have $5k in your pocket.

I too would have left without a watch but as was said, "to each their own."

SSD · 4 February 2008, 01:42 AM

Depends on how much you like your GV, I guess. You have to do what makes you happy.

Thani · 4 February 2008, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by SSD

Depends on how much you like your GV, I guess. You have to do what makes you happy.

i love the way u think

DoxaDavid · 4 February 2008, 01:43 AM

I wish to correct my last post. There are 10 for sale on ebay right now. 5 have 'Buy it now" option and all can be bought around $8k US. If you sold the watch to the Dutchman, you wuld have had a new watch plus $7,000 in your pocket!!!

You could have replaced the GV and had enough left over to buy 1-2 more Rolexes. Sheesh.

viper · 4 February 2008, 01:43 AM

15K!

i would of sold it in a second!

sharif · 4 February 2008, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by atldavek

To each their own, I would have left without a watch.

I hate to say it, but as much as I love my Milly, if someone offered me double MSRP paid via stacks of USD's, I would uncuff her in a moments notice.

sharif · 4 February 2008, 01:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoxaDavid

I wish to correct my last post. There are 10 for sale on ebay right now. 5 have 'Buy it now" option and all can be bought around $8k US. If you sold the watch to the Dutchman, you wuld have had a new watch plus $7,000 in your pocket!!!

You could have replaced the GV and had enough left over to buy 1-2 more Rolexes. Sheesh.

Unless I am mistaken, those $8K Milly's are the clear glass versions...not the GV. The GV's seem to be going for $12k-15K.

Robb · 4 February 2008, 01:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoxaDavid

I wish to correct my last post. There are 10 for sale on ebay right now. 5 have 'Buy it now" option and all can be bought around $8k US. If you sold the watch to the Dutchman, you wuld have had a new watch plus $7,000 in your pocket!!!

You could have replaced the GV and had enough left over to buy 1-2 more Rolexes. Sheesh.

Those are not GV's on ebay. They are the regular black dials

Thani · 4 February 2008, 01:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoxaDavid

I wish to correct my last post. There are 10 for sale on ebay right now. 5 have 'Buy it now" option and all can be bought around $8k US. If you sold the watch to the Dutchman, you wuld have had a new watch plus $7,000 in your pocket!!!

You could have replaced the GV and had enough left over to buy 1-2 more Rolexes. Sheesh.

Only one GV for sale on ebay..

and its for 20 thousand USD

DoxaDavid · 4 February 2008, 01:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thani

Only one GV for sale on ebay..

and its for 20 thousand USD

My bad, you are correct. Still, I would have sold it in a heartbeat at double the MSRP. Just me.

As to the one at $20k. I know the seller and he is a nice guy but prices his watches to the moon as he is in Beverly Hills. He was asking $3500 for a watch and I ended up paying him almost half that. What he's asking and what they are worth aren't usually the same so I wouldn't use his listing as a basis for anything.

The good news is you didn't need to sell it and chose not too. The choice was right for you so, Enjoy your watch!

Mr. K · 4 February 2008, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by viper

15K!

i would of sold it in a second!

It would only take me 1/2 a second.

1976 · 4 February 2008, 02:25 AM

I would say: 'let's go Dutch and share the profit'

CanuckRolex · 4 February 2008, 02:28 AM

Guys, why are they so valuable? Are they rare or do they have some sort of special feature?

Alcan · 4 February 2008, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by CanuckRolex

Guys, why are they so valuable? Are they rare or do they have some sort of special feature?

They're new to the market and supply is limited. For now.

Hamilton Carvalho · 4 February 2008, 02:32 AM

You know, I hate this kind of offer, I feel like I've been asked to sell my wife. You did the right thing in my book. Enjoy your girl in good health!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thani

i was at a Buben & Zorweg Boutique today looking at some winders and watch boxes. While the sales man was showing me some models 3 Dutch men walk in and look around, they spot my GV and come over to say hi, and out of the blue one of them asks me:

Dutch Man: "Do you want to sell your Milgauss?"

(Me) Reply: "Sorry if i do im afraid i wont see one for the next few years on my wrist"

Dutch man: "I will pay 14 thousand USD cash $$$$$"

(Me) Reply: "Sorry my friend i dont think i can let it go"

Dutch man: "Okay i will pay 15 thousand USD cash"

(Me) Reply: "Sorry again, i saw one on ebay for 20 thousand USD and if you offered me that i wouldnt sell"

Hamilton Carvalho · 4 February 2008, 02:35 AM

I understand the GV has green crystal, and because of quality issues the Milgaus with green crystal is no longer available until Rolex fix the problem. Hey guys, feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CanuckRolex

Guys, why are they so valuable? Are they rare or do they have some sort of special feature?

Mr. K · 4 February 2008, 02:52 AM

There is the chance that if they can not get the green crystal issue fixed and they go regular clear glass or something different, then this watch may skyrocket. Perhaps even over $20K

But time will tell.

daveathall · 4 February 2008, 03:00 AM

Its all relative, if one is a Millionaire then 20,000 is not that much, however, if you have saved for 5 years to be able to buy a Rolex then 20,000 is a fortune.

vh_bu98 · 4 February 2008, 03:26 AM

If Rolex can't fix the glass issue, the GV could be quite collectible. If there wasn't an issue in production, I would have sold it.

Wolfgang427 · 4 February 2008, 03:31 AM

At double MSRP it would of been history.

As much as I love my watches they can all be replaced, especially the new ones. Once Rolex fixes the crystal delay prices will fall like a rock.

SPACE-DWELLER · 4 February 2008, 04:15 AM

You are very fortunate to have an MGV, Thani! Good call you passed on the deal!

gha · 4 February 2008, 04:23 AM

By By, Milli......then jump on a plane & head to the closest AD that has another, therefore replacing it, having a bit of a vacation, and dropping an extra bundle of cool cash in your shorts.........IMHO , of course......gha

dufferin · 4 February 2008, 04:28 AM

I would have also accept to sell YOUR watch for that offer...

daunwaun · 4 February 2008, 04:29 AM

why do people like this watch ....its almost degrading to rolex in my book

being the business man i am would have sold in a heartbeat......although would have asked for 18k lol

kcmo · 4 February 2008, 04:37 AM

Wow Thani, that's amazing! Personally, I would have taken the money in a heartbeat, but kudos to you for sticking to your guns!

sharif · 4 February 2008, 05:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daunwaun

why do people like this watch ....its almost degrading to rolex in my book

Care to elaborate?

Thani · 4 February 2008, 06:12 AM

I have a big feeling that the GV wont be in the market for a veeeeeery longgggg tiiimeee...

4 February 2008, 01:12 AM	#1
Thani Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Thani Location: Dubai UAE Watch: Milgauss 116400 GV Posts: 2,082	For Sale??? i was at a Buben & Zorweg Boutique today looking at some winders and watch boxes. While the sales man was showing me some models 3 Dutch men walk in and look around, they spot my GV and come over to say hi, and out of the blue one of them asks me: Dutch Man: "Do you want to sell your Milgauss?" (Me) Reply: "Sorry if i do im afraid i wont see one for the next few years on my wrist" Dutch man: "I will pay 14 thousand USD cash $$$$$" (Me) Reply: "Sorry my friend i dont think i can let it go" Dutch man: "Okay i will pay 15 thousand USD cash" (Me) Reply: "Sorry again, i saw one on ebay for 20 thousand USD and if you offered me that i wouldnt sell"

4 February 2008, 01:35 AM	#4
DoxaDavid "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: David Location: Minneapolis, Mn Posts: 3,265	I would have sold it without a second thought. You can replace it with a little effort and have $5k in your pocket. I too would have left without a watch but as was said, "to each their own." __________________ DOXA-AFICIONADO "It has been my experience that folks who have no vices have very few virtues. " Abraham Lincoln 1809-1865

4 February 2008, 01:42 AM	#5
SSD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jamie Location: Georgia Watch: Stainless Sub Date Posts: 3,023	Depends on how much you like your GV, I guess. You have to do what makes you happy. __________________ SUBMARINER OWNERS' CLUB ESTABLISHED 1953 TRF Member # 5464

4 February 2008, 01:43 AM	#7
DoxaDavid "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: David Location: Minneapolis, Mn Posts: 3,265	I wish to correct my last post. There are 10 for sale on ebay right now. 5 have 'Buy it now" option and all can be bought around $8k US. If you sold the watch to the Dutchman, you wuld have had a new watch plus $7,000 in your pocket!!! You could have replaced the GV and had enough left over to buy 1-2 more Rolexes. Sheesh. __________________ DOXA-AFICIONADO "It has been my experience that folks who have no vices have very few virtues. " Abraham Lincoln 1809-1865

4 February 2008, 01:43 AM	#8
viper "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Northeast Posts: 943	15K! i would of sold it in a second! __________________ 16610LV 16200 116600 116500

4 February 2008, 01:19 AM	#2
atldavek Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: Michigan Watch: SS SUB Posts: 307	To each their own, I would have left without a watch.

4 February 2008, 01:35 AM	#3
CanuckRolex Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 282	Why are they so valuable?

4 February 2008, 02:25 AM	#15
1976 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Maurice Location: The Netherlands Watch: 14060M/1601/1500 Posts: 246	I would say: 'let's go Dutch and share the profit' __________________ Kind regards, Maurice

4 February 2008, 02:28 AM	#16
CanuckRolex Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 282	Guys, why are they so valuable? Are they rare or do they have some sort of special feature?

4 February 2008, 02:52 AM	#20
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,032	There is the chance that if they can not get the green crystal issue fixed and they go regular clear glass or something different, then this watch may skyrocket. Perhaps even over $20K But time will tell.

4 February 2008, 03:00 AM	#21
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	Its all relative, if one is a Millionaire then 20,000 is not that much, however, if you have saved for 5 years to be able to buy a Rolex then 20,000 is a fortune. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

4 February 2008, 03:26 AM	#22
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	If Rolex can't fix the glass issue, the GV could be quite collectible. If there wasn't an issue in production, I would have sold it.

4 February 2008, 03:31 AM	#23
Wolfgang427 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Wolfgang Location: New Jersey. Watch: Rolex Tudor Omega Posts: 5,590	At double MSRP it would of been history. As much as I love my watches they can all be replaced, especially the new ones. Once Rolex fixes the crystal delay prices will fall like a rock.

4 February 2008, 04:15 AM	#24
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	You are very fortunate to have an MGV, Thani! Good call you passed on the deal! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

4 February 2008, 04:23 AM	#25
gha "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: gha Location: Canada Watch: Rolex DateJust Posts: 664	By By, Milli......then jump on a plane & head to the closest AD that has another, therefore replacing it, having a bit of a vacation, and dropping an extra bundle of cool cash in your shorts.........IMHO , of course......gha

4 February 2008, 04:28 AM	#26
dufferin Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: david Location: Canada Watch: my sub Posts: 38	I would have also accept to sell YOUR watch for that offer...

4 February 2008, 04:29 AM	#27
daunwaun "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: toronto Watch: 18K YG Day Date Posts: 2,985	why do people like this watch ....its almost degrading to rolex in my book being the business man i am would have sold in a heartbeat......although would have asked for 18k lol __________________ DAUNWAUN

4 February 2008, 04:37 AM	#28
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Wow Thani, that's amazing! Personally, I would have taken the money in a heartbeat, but kudos to you for sticking to your guns!

4 February 2008, 06:12 AM	#30
Thani Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Thani Location: Dubai UAE Watch: Milgauss 116400 GV Posts: 2,082	I have a big feeling that the GV wont be in the market for a veeeeeery longgggg tiiimeee...

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