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Old 18 December 2016, 05:53 AM   #1
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Thoughts on this buckley Datejust I happen to like

I've had a few back and forth discussions with the seller and he's settled on a price of 2.8k USD.

This comes with box and papers. Model is 16030 dated to 1983.

Does the price seem fair?

What about the pics? Looks ok and not too overly polished. Dial is clean and aging is consistent.

Seller unfortunately can't provide caseback pictures but says there is a 30 day return period if anything is amiss.

Thoughts?
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Old 18 December 2016, 05:59 AM   #2
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Looking at the condition of the clasp I would insist on seeing the caseback.
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Old 18 December 2016, 06:06 AM   #3
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Like I said, I've asked and he's declined saying he doesn't have the tools so we are at a deadlock. This is the only other pic that shows what the closed caseback looks like...
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Old 18 December 2016, 06:20 AM   #4
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Are you OK with the price? If so, ask the seller to either get a watchmaker to get the back off, or accept PayPal - they are really good (too good) with buyer protection.
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Old 18 December 2016, 06:28 AM   #5
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Price seems ok from the research that I've done, all things considered (comes with box and papers, not that I'm specifically after those things).

I will try the watch maker option. What do others think of the condition overall?
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Old 18 December 2016, 07:13 AM   #6
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Looks all good from here, clasp is a bit heavily polished bit the case appears ok


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Old 18 December 2016, 09:25 AM   #7
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Nice watch and gorgeous Buckley dial. I don't see any over-polishing issues at all. Nice condition for its age and the the coronet on the clasp is very visible so I would not call it over-polished either. The bracelet is correct with all 22 links and the correct end links. The clasp date code should be G, H or possibly I based on the serial number.

It seems to be a reasonable price for a complete set.
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Old 18 December 2016, 11:25 AM   #8
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Rolex Datejust Buckley

Congratulations for the catch, watch looks great in pictures, I do not know about the price but I can tell you that based on the boxes and documents the watch was probably bought in a local (Caracas) store called Arte Katyno that used to be a good Rolex AD until the late eighties, the store closed on the early 90s. The buckle seems to be dirty with dust and grime but it is not rusted, at list from the picture shown.

Let us know the outcome. Rafael from Caracas
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Old 18 December 2016, 11:46 AM   #9
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Nice watch, any service history? There's a 1601 no BP or bracelet for about the same price on VRF. With a 30 day inspection I would probably give it a go.

I'm a fan of the painted Roman myself. This is a 1984 16030 with a gold crown dial from a gold model. I like the bit of warmth it gives the watch. I also have a spare dial tucked away awaiting a donor. :)


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Old 18 December 2016, 02:24 PM   #10
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Wow that looks amazing richard! May I know where do you source the strap and buckle from?
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Old 18 December 2016, 02:56 PM   #11
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Thanks! I've had the strap over 15 years, the brand is Aero. It's a middling French brand. The deployant was made by a guy who used to hang out in the forums named Igor from Las Vegas, haven't seen him in a while.
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Old 18 December 2016, 05:40 PM   #12
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Looks good.

However, I bought a Tudor (not from this seller) that went kaput after about five weeks and needed a whole new movement, so I don't put much value on an X-day return period. If there's a year's movement guarantee, now you're talking.

You pays your money and you takes your chance with vintage. Achetez le vendeur...
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Old 19 December 2016, 06:07 AM   #13
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Nice watch and gorgeous Buckley dial. I don't see any over-polishing issues at all. Nice condition for its age and the the coronet on the clasp is very visible so I would not call it over-polished either. The bracelet is correct with all 22 links and the correct end links. The clasp date code should be G, H or possibly I based on the serial number.

It seems to be a reasonable price for a complete set.
Thanks Springer...that's a very thorough assessment, especially coming from a pro like you.

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Congratulations for the catch, watch looks great in pictures, I do not know about the price but I can tell you that based on the boxes and documents the watch was probably bought in a local (Caracas) store called Arte Katyno that used to be a good Rolex AD until the late eighties, the store closed on the early 90s. The buckle seems to be dirty with dust and grime but it is not rusted, at list from the picture shown.

Let us know the outcome. Rafael from Caracas
I'm amazed...you have a very keen eye. Impressive.

Thanks for the feedback. Yes I think the pics show dust not rust and it looks ok to me. I understand that inspection periods don't mean much so buying from a trusted or reputed sellers is key which is what I'm relying on with this.

I will go back to the seller and ask if he can take it to a watchmaker and open it up. Let's see how it goes.
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Old 19 December 2016, 06:10 AM   #14
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And while we're at it...came across another seller offering a 1981 buckley. This one looks cleaner and in better condition but the patina isn't as eye popping compared to the first one. Price is about the same and it comes with service papers.

What do you guys think of this one?
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Old 19 December 2016, 04:28 PM   #15
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Question: With the Buckley dials, I thought the hands should match the numbers. Black numbers, black hands. White numbers, white hands. Is this not true?
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