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Shikar · 21 December 2012, 11:35 PM

Had a magnificent experience with Nick - TRF's own member "greekbum".....AGAIN!!!

Bought my birth year 1968 GMT and a few months later a little hiccup and the watch went back to Nick. He took care of EVERYTHING and would not even hear of me paying anything!!!! And included a gift too !!!!

I wish Nick could teach his customer service ethics to others!! He goes above and beyond way after a sale.

Absolute perfection and I recommend him without reservation as a jewel of a vintage dealer.

Regards.

cruvon · 31 December 2012, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CdnWatchDoc

Ok, I think I have crossed the 50 posts hurdle. I dealt with Derek Dier from Watches to Buy here in Canada, and had an excellent interaction. I bought a 1601 TT DJ, and I love it! This should help him build up a bit of rep in the Rolex field....

Hope you are enjoying your vacation in Goa cruvon!!

Thanks PJ, I sure am:), have a great new year. Will add in Derek Dier when am back!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shikar

Had a magnificent experience with Nick - TRF's own member "greekbum".....AGAIN!!!

Bought my birth year 1968 GMT and a few months later a little hiccup and the watch went back to Nick. He took care of EVERYTHING and would not even hear of me paying anything!!!! And included a gift too !!!!

I wish Nick could teach his customer service ethics to others!! He goes above and beyond way after a sale.

Absolute perfection and I recommend him without reservation as a jewel of a vintage dealer.

Regards.

Thanks Shikar for the positive recommendation for Nick. Will add details for him when am back from holiday:)

Richard H · 5 January 2013, 12:20 AM

nbtimes, Hong Kong

I`m in the middle of doing business with Ben at nbtimes i Hong Kong, and will give you all an oppdate of how this ends.

Happy New Year!

financeman · 6 January 2013, 04:33 AM

This is probably a dumb question but how do you track your post count in just the vintage section of the forum.

I want to make sure I am above the 50 because I will be buying a vintage watch soon from one of the sellers and want to make sure I have enough posts to leave some positive feedback.

CdnWatchDoc · 6 January 2013, 03:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by financeman

This is probably a dumb question but how do you track your post count in just the vintage section of the forum.

I want to make sure I am above the 50 because I will be buying a vintage watch soon from one of the sellers and want to make sure I have enough posts to leave some positive feedback.

Hey Heath,
you have 148 posts on the Vintage Forum, so more than enough to contribute. FYI: go to search, pick advanced search, search your username and select only the vintage forum. Cruvon showed me a while ago...

financeman · 6 January 2013, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CdnWatchDoc

Hey Heath,
you have 148 posts on the Vintage Forum, so more than enough to contribute. FYI: go to search, pick advanced search, search your username and select only the vintage forum. Cruvon showed me a while ago...

Ok, thanks. I knew there was an easy way that I was overlooking. I appreciate the help.

vkychoo · 14 January 2013, 02:52 AM

Same here. Fingers crossed.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Richard H

nbtimes, Hong Kong

I`m in the middle of doing business with Ben at nbtimes i Hong Kong, and will give you all an oppdate of how this ends.

Happy New Year!

lig · 14 January 2013, 04:18 PM

Post 1 for me here. I'm leaning towards a vintage GMT for the next one. Thanks for providing this great resource.

Vincent65 · 16 January 2013, 09:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Richard H

nbtimes, Hong Kong

I`m in the middle of doing business with Ben at nbtimes i Hong Kong, and will give you all an oppdate of how this ends.

Happy New Year!

how did it go/what did you buy?

cruvon · 21 January 2013, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lig

Post 1 for me here. I'm leaning towards a vintage GMT for the next one. Thanks for providing this great resource.

Welcome and looking forward to seeing pics of your GMT!

cruvon · 21 January 2013, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shikar

Had a magnificent experience with Nick - TRF's own member "greekbum".....AGAIN!!!

Bought my birth year 1968 GMT and a few months later a little hiccup and the watch went back to Nick. He took care of EVERYTHING and would not even hear of me paying anything!!!! And included a gift too !!!!

I wish Nick could teach his customer service ethics to others!! He goes above and beyond way after a sale.

Absolute perfection and I recommend him without reservation as a jewel of a vintage dealer.

Regards.

Hi Shikar, was just looking at updates, could you please increase your post count in the vintage Rolex section of the forum to 50 so can add Nick in,

Thanks

cruvon · 21 January 2013, 07:25 PM

Hi guys, hope you'll are having a very Happy New Year, here's an update to all your suggestions, please let me know if have missed any,

Thanks

Vintage purchase experience Feedback List
************************************************** ************************************************** ********************************************

Note: A slight change in rules from here forward, a member making a recommendation will now require to have atleast 50 posts in the "Vintage Section" before recommending a seller they've made a vintage Rolex watch purchase from. This is to avoid fly by members making recommendations here. Offcourse a more accurate way to cross check fly by recommendations is by also cross checking who the members making recommendations are in the the "Purchase Reference List" to ensure that recommendations are from regular forumers/genuine buyers. Lastly, a reminder that while this list is an attempt to assist newbies entering the vintage Rolex world, it can never be 100% and should not be used as a shortcut for doing your own research for the best outcome with your purchases. Nevertheless, it's the best shot we have at putting a genuine list together with some checks and balances in place, enjoy!

Green Star status sellers:

Mark Lerman (mark@webstorm.com) (private sale and id comexfan on ebay) [*] [Refer Footnote 1]
Jed aka Jedly1 (http://www.thetimetraveler.co/) [*]
Erik Ku (http://10pastten.com/) [*]
Ben (nbtimes@gmail.com,http://nbtimes.co/ ) [*]
Jacek Kozubek - jacek.kozubek@gmail.com - San Francisco CA , http://www.hqmilton.com [*]
Andrew Shear: andrew@sheartime.com/Website:http://www.sheartime.com [*]
Ralle aka rallepeng www.vintage-watches-international.com [*]
Ian Blowers UK http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/ [*] [Refer Footnote 2]
Jason Graham aka 964RS http://www.SweepingHand.co.uk, http://www.facebook.com/SweepingHand.co.uk [*]
Derek Dier- http://www.watchestobuy.com/ for Tudors [*]

Sellers awaiting green star status: [Sellers in this list below either have one forumer recommendation and are awaiting one more for green star status (see recommendation history by paging through the thread) OR are Speculative with no prior proven forumer purchase history but just good references by hearsay and are to be tried and tested]

Mike Wood (Www.theoldwatchshop.com )
Paul Seregin- http://www.seregins.com
http://www.coolvintagewatches.com
Zaf Basha- http://www.finertimes.com
Ken Jacobs (http://www.wannabuyawatch.com )
Joshua Bonifas: http://www.Fourtane.com
Eric Iskin- Oldetown@sonic.net- Santa Rosa, CA- Olde Towne Jewelers
Jeff Barnard: http://www.bernardwatch.com/ in Texas
Jerome Fellous http://www.watchmywatch.fr/ in France
Henrik http://www.subgmt.com in the Netherlands
Philippe Capurro of http://www.exoticwatches.net
http://www.uhrenfreund.com
http://www.thewatchcollectors.com
http://www.watchworksPDX.com, in Portland, ask for Alex
http://www.tempvsfvgit.com, Tempvus Fvgit, ask for George
www.alltiques.com, ask for John at 70 bowery NYC
Tuscaneyrose watch and Jewelry New York, ask for John Buckley

A green (*) against a dealers name indicates that atleast 2 forumers have purchased vintage watches from a dealer here, have received them and are happy. So if atleast 2 of you have purchased a vintage watch from any of the dealers in the list, have received it and are happy with the purchase please say so here so can update the dealers name with a green (*).Also note that a single forumer purchasing 2 or more watches from a seller will be considered as one reference and not two.

Purchase Reference list: Besides the green star rating, for added green star rating accuracy, refer to this "Purchase Reference list" to get a feel of the quality of watches forumers here have purchased from their respective sellers. Forumers have kindly made recommendations here for sellers so that it helps newcomers here, thanks guys for that! Also this list can help confirm are genuine known forumers/buyers making buyer recommendations and you can do that by having a look at their historic posts here, feel free to use the search function to look up their historic threads for posted watch pictures. Though not 100%, the purpose of this purchase reference list is also to hopefully discourage proxy buyers who make fake recommendations on a dealers behalf so that they think twice before making a recommendation here since to prospective buyers, their thread history is only a simple thread search away. Finally, do make inquiries on the forum.

Mark Lerman (ezinternet,cruvon,Chris B,chiubak,Balu)
Jedly (Steelerfan65,bb3188,alanski,Vincent65,Mark020)
Eric Ku (ddrees,steelerfan65,skyedog,Beaumont Miller II, Vincent65)
Ben (Jason71,yessir69,desfrie,inspires,lasavoldi)
Jacek (ezinternet,Submarino,Mark020,shairan,psv,inspires , RLX-lvr)
Andrew Shear (Steelerfan65,Tcaviglioli,Beaumont Miller II,bluemartinfan,Skyedog,Buffy,inspires)
Ralle (florianw,Burswood)
Ian Blowers (DiamondJack, chiubak,Monobike)
Jason Graham (learningtofly,alanski,badastronaut)
Derek Dier (ezinternetr,Blassy,sryukon,CdnWatchDoc)

Beginner reading guide threads (Please feel free to suggest some more here)

1) Forum members here have helped create this extremely helpful vintage watch terms list http://rolexforums.com/showthread.ph...highlight=list
2) A forumer feedback generated vintage references list http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=180464 (Ignore the pricing info since the prices are just a range and might not be uptodate in all cases, are highly market condition dependent but gives a good understanding of the various Rolex references available, please feel free to sugest updates in this thread)
3) A vintage watch repairer list by country created with forumer input. http://rolexforums.com/showthread.ph...atch+repairers. Please reverify with forumers here before sending your watches to repairers on the list to make sure you get the latest update on them.
4) Most importantly, look up historic threads on this vintage forum, a wealth of knowledge there.

NB: While this list serves to collate all vintage watch dealers forumers have possibly dealt with (from fellow forumers comments above) in one place, it in no way is a measure of the quality/originality of the watches that are on sale with them. Please conduct your own due diligence before you make any purchases by asking questions on the forum, posting pictures, getting references, etc. Also please notify us of any concerns and if the forumers agree I can take them off this list.

VERY IMPORTANT: As always refer to the footnotes and do your due diligence when buying any vintage watch, even from sellers listed as having a green star, since past recommendations are not necessarily a ticket for positive experiences in the future, so ask questions and verify watches through the forum "before" you buy any vintage watch. This is a forumer purchase experience list aimed at helping newbies find a vintage from known sources and is not an official recommendation list or a substitute for doing proper research on watches and sellers before you buy.

Footnote1: While there have been no complaints or doubts about the authenticity or quality of his watches by buyers who have bought watches from him and is known for being a red sub expert and for his popular red sub article many of us have used as a guide, some serious allegations have been levelled about some of his watch's paperwork by those in the know, specifically about guarantee papers on some watches of his sold through Ebay. The allegations haven't been supported by concrete "publicly" available evidence by those making the allegations citing privacy reasons but the allegations haven't been publicly defended on the forum by the seller too. Judging by the seriousness of the issue to collectors, it's difficult for the allegations to be discounted and is upto forumers here to make their own judgement based on the facts available. In his favour, there has been no evidence of anything amiss when the watches themselves were taken to a RSC, other service centers, or for an expert appraisal. However in light of the serious allegations about the paperwork, for those purchasing full sets which obviously go at a huge premium compared to loose watches, do verify the watches and paperwork when making a full set purchase, to be sure so that all boxes tick and so that you get your money's worth. Buyers/forumers, please feel free to provide public feedback with evidence if you find anything amiss with purchases.

Footnote 2: Please note issues raised by drainaps,Kyle in the earlier sections http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=180461, asking the right questions from this dealer necessary to ascertain originality since this dealer might not have the specific expertise catering specifically to collectors as some of the sellers here, has a 7 days no questions asked return policy

HL65 · 21 January 2013, 10:02 PM

One more to add to the list: Stephane Medam of Worldly Watches. He is first class and his watches are always pristine examples! Cheers,

cruvon · 22 January 2013, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

One more to add to the list: Stephane Medam of Worldly Watches. He is first class and his watches are always pristine examples! Cheers,

Thanks for the referral Ken, done!

Vintage purchase experience Feedback List
************************************************** ************************************************** ********************************************

Note: A slight change in rules from here forward, a member making a recommendation will now require to have atleast 50 posts in the "Vintage Section" before recommending a seller they've made a vintage Rolex watch purchase from. This is to avoid fly by members making recommendations here. Offcourse a more accurate way to cross check fly by recommendations is by also cross checking who the members making recommendations are in the the "Purchase Reference List" to ensure that recommendations are from regular forumers/genuine buyers. Lastly, a reminder that while this list is an attempt to assist newbies entering the vintage Rolex world, it can never be 100% and should not be used as a shortcut for doing your own research for the best outcome with your purchases. Nevertheless, it's the best shot we have at putting a genuine list together with some checks and balances in place, enjoy!

Green Star status sellers:

Mark Lerman (mark@webstorm.com) (private sale and id comexfan on ebay) [*] [Refer Footnote 1]
Jed aka Jedly1 (http://www.thetimetraveler.co/) [*]
Erik Ku (http://10pastten.com/) [*]
Ben (nbtimes@gmail.com,http://nbtimes.co/ ) [*]
Jacek Kozubek - jacek.kozubek@gmail.com - San Francisco CA , http://www.hqmilton.com [*]
Andrew Shear: andrew@sheartime.com/Website:http://www.sheartime.com [*]
Ralle aka rallepeng www.vintage-watches-international.com [*]
Ian Blowers UK http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/ [*] [Refer Footnote 2]
Jason Graham aka 964RS http://www.SweepingHand.co.uk, http://www.facebook.com/SweepingHand.co.uk [*]
Derek Dier- http://www.watchestobuy.com/ for Tudors [*]

Sellers awaiting green star status: [Sellers in this list below either have one forumer recommendation and are awaiting one more for green star status (see recommendation history by paging through the thread) OR are Speculative with no prior proven forumer purchase history but just good references by hearsay and are to be tried and tested]

Mike Wood (Www.theoldwatchshop.com )
Paul Seregin- http://www.seregins.com
http://www.coolvintagewatches.com
Zaf Basha- http://www.finertimes.com
Ken Jacobs (http://www.wannabuyawatch.com )
Joshua Bonifas: http://www.Fourtane.com
Eric Iskin- Oldetown@sonic.net- Santa Rosa, CA- Olde Towne Jewelers
Jeff Barnard: http://www.bernardwatch.com/ in Texas
Jerome Fellous http://www.watchmywatch.fr/ in France
Henrik http://www.subgmt.com in the Netherlands
Philippe Capurro of http://www.exoticwatches.net
http://www.uhrenfreund.com
http://www.thewatchcollectors.com
http://www.watchworksPDX.com, in Portland, ask for Alex
http://www.tempvsfvgit.com, Tempvus Fvgit, ask for George
www.alltiques.com, ask for John at 70 bowery NYC
Tuscaneyrose watch and Jewelry New York, ask for John Buckley
Worldly Watches, ask for Stephane Medam

A green (*) against a dealers name indicates that atleast 2 forumers have purchased vintage watches from a dealer here, have received them and are happy. So if atleast 2 of you have purchased a vintage watch from any of the dealers in the list, have received it and are happy with the purchase please say so here so can update the dealers name with a green (*).Also note that a single forumer purchasing 2 or more watches from a seller will be considered as one reference and not two.

Purchase Reference list: Besides the green star rating, for added green star rating accuracy, refer to this "Purchase Reference list" to get a feel of the quality of watches forumers here have purchased from their respective sellers. Forumers have kindly made recommendations here for sellers so that it helps newcomers here, thanks guys for that! Also this list can help confirm are genuine known forumers/buyers making buyer recommendations and you can do that by having a look at their historic posts here, feel free to use the search function to look up their historic threads for posted watch pictures. Though not 100%, the purpose of this purchase reference list is also to hopefully discourage proxy buyers who make fake recommendations on a dealers behalf so that they think twice before making a recommendation here since to prospective buyers, their thread history is only a simple thread search away. Finally, do make inquiries on the forum.

Mark Lerman (ezinternet,cruvon,Chris B,chiubak,Balu)
Jedly (Steelerfan65,bb3188,alanski,Vincent65,Mark020)
Eric Ku (ddrees,steelerfan65,skyedog,Beaumont Miller II, Vincent65)
Ben (Jason71,yessir69,desfrie,inspires,lasavoldi)
Jacek (ezinternet,Submarino,Mark020,shairan,psv,inspires , RLX-lvr)
Andrew Shear (Steelerfan65,Tcaviglioli,Beaumont Miller II,bluemartinfan,Skyedog,Buffy,inspires)
Ralle (florianw,Burswood)
Ian Blowers (DiamondJack, chiubak,Monobike)
Jason Graham (learningtofly,alanski,badastronaut)
Derek Dier (ezinternetr,Blassy,sryukon,CdnWatchDoc)

Beginner reading guide threads (Please feel free to suggest some more here)

1) Forum members here have helped create this extremely helpful vintage watch terms list http://rolexforums.com/showthread.ph...highlight=list
2) A forumer feedback generated vintage references list http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=180464 (Ignore the pricing info since the prices are just a range and might not be uptodate in all cases, are highly market condition dependent but gives a good understanding of the various Rolex references available, please feel free to sugest updates in this thread)
3) A vintage watch repairer list by country created with forumer input. http://rolexforums.com/showthread.ph...atch+repairers. Please reverify with forumers here before sending your watches to repairers on the list to make sure you get the latest update on them.
4) Most importantly, look up historic threads on this vintage forum, a wealth of knowledge there.

NB: While this list serves to collate all vintage watch dealers forumers have possibly dealt with (from fellow forumers comments above) in one place, it in no way is a measure of the quality/originality of the watches that are on sale with them. Please conduct your own due diligence before you make any purchases by asking questions on the forum, posting pictures, getting references, etc. Also please notify us of any concerns and if the forumers agree I can take them off this list.

VERY IMPORTANT: As always refer to the footnotes and do your due diligence when buying any vintage watch, even from sellers listed as having a green star, since past recommendations are not necessarily a ticket for positive experiences in the future, so ask questions and verify watches through the forum "before" you buy any vintage watch. This is a forumer purchase experience list aimed at helping newbies find a vintage from known sources and is not an official recommendation list or a substitute for doing proper research on watches and sellers before you buy.

Footnote1: While there have been no complaints or doubts about the authenticity or quality of his watches by buyers who have bought watches from him and is known for being a red sub expert and for his popular red sub article many of us have used as a guide, some serious allegations have been levelled about some of his watch's paperwork by those in the know, specifically about guarantee papers on some watches of his sold through Ebay. The allegations haven't been supported by concrete "publicly" available evidence by those making the allegations citing privacy reasons but the allegations haven't been publicly defended on the forum by the seller too. Judging by the seriousness of the issue to collectors, it's difficult for the allegations to be discounted and is upto forumers here to make their own judgement based on the facts available. In his favour, there has been no evidence of anything amiss when the watches themselves were taken to a RSC, other service centers, or for an expert appraisal. However in light of the serious allegations about the paperwork, for those purchasing full sets which obviously go at a huge premium compared to loose watches, do verify the watches and paperwork when making a full set purchase, to be sure so that all boxes tick and so that you get your money's worth. Buyers/forumers, please feel free to provide public feedback with evidence if you find anything amiss with purchases.

Footnote 2: Please note issues raised by drainaps,Kyle in the earlier sections http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=180461, asking the right questions from this dealer necessary to ascertain originality since this dealer might not have the specific expertise catering specifically to collectors as some of the sellers here, has a 7 days no questions asked return policy

McGl0othin · 22 January 2013, 11:52 AM

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cruvon · 22 January 2013, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by McGl0othin

I have not done business with them but have only heard good things...[img]http://www.***************.info/01.jpg[/img][img]http://www.***************.info/02.jpg[/img][img]http://www.***************.info/03.jpg[/img]
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Thanks, looks like your links are blocked!

vkychoo · 22 January 2013, 03:51 PM

I just received a delivery from Ben from nbtimes.com. One more green star for him!

cruvon · 22 January 2013, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vkychoo

I just received a delivery from Ben from nbtimes.com. One more green star for him!

Thanks Vince, please increase your post count in the vintage Rolex section of the forum to 50 so can add you to the Purchase reference list for Ben.

vkychoo · 22 January 2013, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cruvon

Thanks Vince, please increase your post count in the vintage Rolex section of the forum to 50 so can add you to the Purchase reference list for Ben.

Ok, I thought I had more than 50 total posts but can't seem to find how many of those are in the Vintage section.

cruvon · 22 January 2013, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vkychoo

Ok, I thought I had more than 50 total posts but can't seem to find how many of those are in the Vintage section.

Cheers, you have 30 currently, not many more to go:)

wendovertony · 24 January 2013, 08:27 PM

Hi,
Does anyone know any reputable dealers in the UK please?

CdnWatchDoc · 26 January 2013, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wendovertony

Hi,
Does anyone know any reputable dealers in the UK please?

Scroll up the thread and look over the green star list; I think you will find at least 3 or 4 dealers with some connection to the UK. Many dealers will ship overseas as well, just depends on how much you want to pay for shipping.

Budgie28 · 27 January 2013, 07:27 PM

Hi guys though I am not a rolex officianado I live 5 mins from mark blowers shop and have lived in hull all my life and his shop has been there for 40 plus years and his dad Ian had it before him . I know this doesn't guarantee what he sells but they have a fine reputation over many decades and have heard not a bad word

cruvon · 28 January 2013, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Budgie28

Hi guys though I am not a rolex officianado I live 5 mins from mark blowers shop and have lived in hull all my life and his shop has been there for 40 plus years and his dad Ian had it before him . I know this doesn't guarantee what he sells but they have a fine reputation over many decades and have heard not a bad word

Thanks for sharing, that's good to know!

pivo · 31 January 2013, 10:25 AM

Cruvon, I saw you started this thread over a year ago – many thanks for all the work and time you put into it. With all due buyer's caution you rightfully mention: invaluable!

cruvon · 31 January 2013, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pivo

Cruvon, I saw you started this thread over a year ago – many thanks for all the work and time you put into it. With all due buyer's caution you rightfully mention: invaluable!

Thanks mate for the kind words, hope it's of some help in making that vintage hunt a bit less trying!

vkychoo · 2 February 2013, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pivo

Cruvon, I saw you started this thread over a year ago – many thanks for all the work and time you put into it. With all due buyer's caution you rightfully mention: invaluable!

Thank you sir

pivo · 2 February 2013, 11:10 PM

And thanks of course to the other forum members who contributed - currently searching, I went through every recommended site and dealer in the last two days.

Another site I'm looking on is http://www.Chrono24.com, a selling platform for watches only. Quality there obviously depends on the quality and reputation of the seller, but they seem to have instituted some sort of rating system for sellers as well. Haven't bought through them yet though.

MATCH1969 · 3 February 2013, 02:19 AM

Bought most of my Rolex in Paris at Olivine :

Very serious et high level quality

http://www.olivine-prestige.com/Nos-...ndues_r26.html

Kobin · 10 February 2013, 01:10 AM

Cruvon, many thanks for your work and for this list. I've used it even before joining TRF, very helpful indeed.

My turn now, I can vouch for Henrik, Sub GMT, Netherlands. I bought from him, very professional, friendly, fast shipping, the watch was exactly as described, highly recommended. Good man.

6 January 2013, 04:33 AM	#274
financeman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Heath Location: Lawrenceburg KY Watch: Submariner Posts: 3,982	This is probably a dumb question but how do you track your post count in just the vintage section of the forum. I want to make sure I am above the 50 because I will be buying a vintage watch soon from one of the sellers and want to make sure I have enough posts to leave some positive feedback. __________________ “You may delay, but time will not.” ― Benjamin Franklin

21 January 2013, 07:25 PM	#282
cruvon "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 4,688	Hi guys, hope you'll are having a very Happy New Year, here's an update to all your suggestions, please let me know if have missed any, Thanks Vintage purchase experience Feedback List ************************************************ ********************************************** **************************************** Note: A slight change in rules from here forward, a member making a recommendation will now require to have atleast 50 posts in the "Vintage Section" before recommending a seller they've made a vintage Rolex watch purchase from. This is to avoid fly by members making recommendations here. Offcourse a more accurate way to cross check fly by recommendations is by also cross checking who the members making recommendations are in the the "Purchase Reference List" to ensure that recommendations are from regular forumers/genuine buyers. Lastly, a reminder that while this list is an attempt to assist newbies entering the vintage Rolex world, it can never be 100% and should not be used as a shortcut for doing your own research for the best outcome with your purchases. Nevertheless, it's the best shot we have at putting a genuine list together with some checks and balances in place, enjoy! Green Star status sellers:** Mark Lerman (mark@webstorm.com) (private sale and id comexfan on ebay) [] [Refer Footnote 1] Jed aka Jedly1 (http://www.thetimetraveler.co/) [] Erik Ku (http://10pastten.com/) [] Ben (nbtimes@gmail.com,http://nbtimes.co/ ) [] Jacek Kozubek - jacek.kozubek@gmail.com - San Francisco CA , http://www.hqmilton.com [] Andrew Shear: andrew@sheartime.com/Website:http://www.sheartime.com [] Ralle aka rallepeng www.vintage-watches-international.com [] Ian Blowers UK http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/ [] [Refer Footnote 2] Jason Graham aka 964RS http://www.SweepingHand.co.uk, http://www.facebook.com/SweepingHand.co.uk [] Derek Dier- http://www.watchestobuy.com/ for Tudors [] Sellers awaiting green star status: [Sellers in this list below either have one forumer recommendation and are awaiting one more for green star status (see recommendation history by paging through the thread) OR are Speculative with no prior proven forumer purchase history but just good references by hearsay and are to be tried and tested] Mike Wood (Www.theoldwatchshop.com ) Paul Seregin- http://www.seregins.com http://www.coolvintagewatches.com Zaf Basha- http://www.finertimes.com Ken Jacobs (http://www.wannabuyawatch.com ) Joshua Bonifas: http://www.Fourtane.com Eric Iskin- Oldetown@sonic.net- Santa Rosa, CA- Olde Towne Jewelers Jeff Barnard: http://www.bernardwatch.com/ in Texas Jerome Fellous http://www.watchmywatch.fr/ in France Henrik http://www.subgmt.com in the Netherlands Philippe Capurro of http://www.exoticwatches.net http://www.uhrenfreund.com http://www.thewatchcollectors.com http://www.watchworksPDX.com, in Portland, ask for Alex http://www.tempvsfvgit.com, Tempvus Fvgit, ask for George www.alltiques.com, ask for John at 70 bowery NYC Tuscaneyrose watch and Jewelry New York, ask for John Buckley A green () against a dealers name indicates that atleast 2 forumers have purchased vintage watches from a dealer here, have received them and are happy. So if atleast 2 of you have purchased a vintage watch from any of the dealers in the list, have received it and are happy with the purchase please say so here so can update the dealers name with a green ().Also note that a single forumer purchasing 2 or more watches from a seller will be considered as one reference and not two. Purchase Reference list: Besides the green star rating, for added green star rating accuracy, refer to this "Purchase Reference list" to get a feel of the quality of watches forumers here have purchased from their respective sellers. Forumers have kindly made recommendations here for sellers so that it helps newcomers here, thanks guys for that! Also this list can help confirm are genuine known forumers/buyers making buyer recommendations and you can do that by having a look at their historic posts here, feel free to use the search function to look up their historic threads for posted watch pictures. Though not 100%, the purpose of this purchase reference list is also to hopefully discourage proxy buyers who make fake recommendations on a dealers behalf so that they think twice before making a recommendation here since to prospective buyers, their thread history is only a simple thread search away. Finally, do make inquiries on the forum. Mark Lerman (ezinternet,cruvon,Chris B,chiubak,Balu) Jedly (Steelerfan65,bb3188,alanski,Vincent65,Mark020) Eric Ku (ddrees,steelerfan65,skyedog,Beaumont Miller II, Vincent65) Ben (Jason71,yessir69,desfrie,inspires,lasavoldi) Jacek (ezinternet,Submarino,Mark020,shairan,psv,inspires , RLX-lvr) Andrew Shear (Steelerfan65,Tcaviglioli,Beaumont Miller II,bluemartinfan,Skyedog,Buffy,inspires) Ralle (florianw,Burswood) Ian Blowers (DiamondJack, chiubak,Monobike) Jason Graham (learningtofly,alanski,badastronaut) Derek Dier (ezinternetr,Blassy,sryukon,CdnWatchDoc) Beginner reading guide threads (Please feel free to suggest some more here) 1) Forum members here have helped create this extremely helpful vintage watch terms list http://rolexforums.com/showthread.ph...highlight=list 2) A forumer feedback generated vintage references list http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=180464 (Ignore the pricing info since the prices are just a range and might not be uptodate in all cases, are highly market condition dependent but gives a good understanding of the various Rolex references available, please feel free to sugest updates in this thread) 3) A vintage watch repairer list by country created with forumer input. http://rolexforums.com/showthread.ph...atch+repairers. Please reverify with forumers here before sending your watches to repairers on the list to make sure you get the latest update on them. 4) Most importantly, look up historic threads on this vintage forum, a wealth of knowledge there. NB: While this list serves to collate all vintage watch dealers forumers have possibly dealt with (from fellow forumers comments above) in one place, it in no way is a measure of the quality/originality of the watches that are on sale with them. Please conduct your own due diligence before you make any purchases by asking questions on the forum, posting pictures, getting references, etc. Also please notify us of any concerns and if the forumers agree I can take them off this list. VERY IMPORTANT: As always refer to the footnotes and do your due diligence when buying any vintage watch, even from sellers listed as having a green star, since past recommendations are not necessarily a ticket for positive experiences in the future, so ask questions and verify watches through the forum "before" you buy any vintage watch. This is a forumer purchase experience list aimed at helping newbies find a vintage from known sources and is not an official recommendation list or a substitute for doing proper research on watches and sellers before you buy. Footnote1: While there have been no complaints or doubts about the authenticity or quality of his watches by buyers who have bought watches from him and is known for being a red sub expert and for his popular red sub article many of us have used as a guide, some serious allegations have been levelled about some of his watch's paperwork by those in the know, specifically about guarantee papers on some watches of his sold through Ebay. The allegations haven't been supported by concrete "publicly" available evidence by those making the allegations citing privacy reasons but the allegations haven't been publicly defended on the forum by the seller too. Judging by the seriousness of the issue to collectors, it's difficult for the allegations to be discounted and is upto forumers here to make their own judgement based on the facts available. In his favour, there has been no evidence of anything amiss when the watches themselves were taken to a RSC, other service centers, or for an expert appraisal. However in light of the serious allegations about the paperwork, for those purchasing full sets which obviously go at a huge premium compared to loose watches, do verify the watches and paperwork when making a full set purchase, to be sure so that all boxes tick and so that you get your money's worth. Buyers/forumers, please feel free to provide public feedback with evidence if you find anything amiss with purchases. Footnote 2: Please note issues raised by drainaps,Kyle in the earlier sections http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=180461, asking the right questions from this dealer necessary to ascertain originality since this dealer might not have the specific expertise catering specifically to collectors as some of the sellers here, has a 7 days no questions asked return policy __________________ Last thing I remember, I was Running outta sight I had to find the passage back,To the place I was before. ’Relax,’ said this Rolex place,We are programmed to receive. You can checkout any time you like, But you can never leave!

21 January 2013, 10:02 PM	#283
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,397	One more to add to the list: Stephane Medam of Worldly Watches. He is first class and his watches are always pristine examples! Cheers, __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

24 January 2013, 08:27 PM	#291
wendovertony "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Aylesbury, UK Posts: 2	UK Dealers Hi, Does anyone know any reputable dealers in the UK please?

21 December 2012, 11:35 PM	#271
Shikar "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Azam Location: Texas Posts: 607	Had a magnificent experience with Nick - TRF's own member "greekbum".....AGAIN!!! Bought my birth year 1968 GMT and a few months later a little hiccup and the watch went back to Nick. He took care of EVERYTHING and would not even hear of me paying anything!!!! And included a gift too !!!! I wish Nick could teach his customer service ethics to others!! He goes above and beyond way after a sale. Absolute perfection and I recommend him without reservation as a jewel of a vintage dealer. Regards.

5 January 2013, 12:20 AM	#273
Richard H "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Europe Posts: 13	nbtimes, Hong Kong I`m in the middle of doing business with Ben at nbtimes i Hong Kong, and will give you all an oppdate of how this ends. Happy New Year!

14 January 2013, 04:18 PM	#278
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,605	Post 1 for me here. I'm leaning towards a vintage GMT for the next one. Thanks for providing this great resource.

22 January 2013, 11:52 AM	#285
McGl0othin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 1	I have not done business with them but have only heard good things...[img]http://www.*************.info/01.jpg[/img][img]http://www.***********.info/02.jpg[/img][img]http://www.***********.info/03.jpg[/img] [img]http://www.***********.info/04.jpg[/img][img]http://www.*************.info/05.jpg[/img]

22 January 2013, 03:51 PM	#287
vkychoo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Vince Choo Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: 5513 '67 Sub Posts: 160	I just received a delivery from Ben from nbtimes.com. One more green star for him!

27 January 2013, 07:27 PM	#293
Budgie28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Hull Posts: 2	Hi guys though I am not a rolex officianado I live 5 mins from mark blowers shop and have lived in hull all my life and his shop has been there for 40 plus years and his dad Ian had it before him . I know this doesn't guarantee what he sells but they have a fine reputation over many decades and have heard not a bad word

31 January 2013, 10:25 AM	#295
pivo Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: SE Fla, Munich Posts: 45	Cruvon, I saw you started this thread over a year ago – many thanks for all the work and time you put into it. With all due buyer's caution you rightfully mention: invaluable!

2 February 2013, 11:10 PM	#298
pivo Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: SE Fla, Munich Posts: 45	And thanks of course to the other forum members who contributed - currently searching, I went through every recommended site and dealer in the last two days. Another site I'm looking on is http://www.Chrono24.com, a selling platform for watches only. Quality there obviously depends on the quality and reputation of the seller, but they seem to have instituted some sort of rating system for sellers as well. Haven't bought through them yet though.

3 February 2013, 02:19 AM	#299
MATCH1969 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: PARIS Watch: Vintage Posts: 2,761	Bought most of my Rolex in Paris at Olivine : Very serious et high level quality http://www.olivine-prestige.com/Nos-...ndues_r26.html

10 February 2013, 01:10 AM	#300
Kobin "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: West Watch: Day-Date Posts: 932	Cruvon, many thanks for your work and for this list. I've used it even before joining TRF, very helpful indeed. My turn now, I can vouch for Henrik, Sub GMT, Netherlands. I bought from him, very professional, friendly, fast shipping, the watch was exactly as described, highly recommended. Good man.

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