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Old 24 June 2011, 03:51 PM   #31
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cruvon - this is a great list ... here's some "*" power ...

I've bought both a 5513 and 7928 from #1 Mark Lerman - clean and honest representation of condition and RSC edits, if any.

I bought a 1016 from #7 Jacek with a dial to die for, and he later sent me the correct bracelet end pieces, and slot card for the box, at no cost when I asked about them. Friendly, knowledgeable, and has wonderful watches.

Got a Snowflake from #9 Derek, again clean and proper watch as represented. Great guy.

#10 coolvintage is John Putnam, also a knowledgeable chap who sold me an ancient Zenith chrono that hasn't run well but he's given a 1 year warranty and invited it back to his watchmaker. Great watch, fair price, proper information, and standing behind a very old movement - so no complaints.

#11 Zaf is a correspondent of mine and I have bought his published reference book on JLC. He runs the finertimes.com board where he helps any and all visitors with valuation questions. Zaf is a great resource for vintage watches, and repairs.

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Old 27 June 2011, 10:20 AM   #32
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cruvon - this is a great list ... here's some "*" power ...

I've bought both a 5513 and 7928 from #1 Mark Lerman - clean and honest representation of condition and RSC edits, if any.

I bought a 1016 from #7 Jacek with a dial to die for, and he later sent me the correct bracelet end pieces, and slot card for the box, at no cost when I asked about them. Friendly, knowledgeable, and has wonderful watches.

Got a Snowflake from #9 Derek, again clean and proper watch as represented. Great guy.

#10 coolvintage is John Putnam, also a knowledgeable chap who sold me an ancient Zenith chrono that hasn't run well but he's given a 1 year warranty and invited it back to his watchmaker. Great watch, fair price, proper information, and standing behind a very old movement - so no complaints.

#11 Zaf is a correspondent of mine and I have bought his published reference book on JLC. He runs the finertimes.com board where he helps any and all visitors with valuation questions. Zaf is a great resource for vintage watches, and repairs.

Thanks, also the star referals sound great, now to find one more referal for them:) before I put a star on!!
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Old 27 June 2011, 10:22 AM   #33
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Guys, one more referal for the guys in ezinternet 's list so can put in green stars:)!!

Just to recap the green star note, 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 (*).
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Old 29 June 2011, 10:47 AM   #34
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I just purchased my 1680 Red Sub complete with box and punched papers from Eric Ku about a month ago. I am extremely happy.
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Old 29 June 2011, 10:51 AM   #35
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Cool, Another ref for Eric Ku anyone?
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Old 29 June 2011, 10:52 AM   #36
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I have bought 4 watches from Ben. He is GREAT. As long as you can get through the customs issue, he is the best. I don't know how to contact him other than:

[email protected]
One more ref for Ben guys!!
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Old 12 July 2011, 05:10 PM   #37
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Stephane Medam. worldlywatches.com

purchased from stephane before and really happy. very friendly and knowledgeable. Item was better than expected.

purchased from Mr. Mike wood theoldwatchshop.com. Extremely happy. extremely easy and truly pleasant.
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Old 12 July 2011, 05:14 PM   #38
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I am a vintage dealer but I am new so just try to follow my posts i guess
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Old 13 July 2011, 11:28 AM   #39
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Bump for references guys to put in those green stars:)
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Old 15 July 2011, 11:14 AM   #40
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Andrew Shear: [email protected] -one of the very best in the business!!!

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Old 15 July 2011, 11:25 AM   #41
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Cool, Another ref for Eric Ku anyone?
Of course! He is the man! One of the best in business as well. A great dealer, friend and gentleman to deal with!
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#13 Ben. He sold me my 1967 5513 and he was fantastic. Even got me the correct bracelet.
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Old 15 July 2011, 11:40 AM   #43
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Old 15 July 2011, 12:03 PM   #44
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Here goes the second reference for Mark Lerman, he sold me an astounding 1680 red:), great seller and very helpful!!
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Old 15 July 2011, 12:20 PM   #45
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I can personally vouch for Eric Ku and Jedly. Both great sellers with great watches!!!!
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Old 15 July 2011, 12:26 PM   #46
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Thanks guys, more references for sellers please before I put in those green stars...just to recap, to refer a seller you should have purchased a watch from one of the sellers(doesn't include watch parts, need a minimum of 2 references from different forum members here to put in a green star), received it in condition promised and very happy with the seller.
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Old 28 July 2011, 06:18 PM   #47
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Bump, any more seller references before I collate them for green stars?:)
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Old 28 July 2011, 07:14 PM   #48
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One follow up to this list...Have bought multiple watches from Jedly1--Jed is one of the best sellers as well. His watches are mint and he is a 100% straight shooter! Highly recommend him to anyone and everyone!!!
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Old 29 July 2011, 12:30 AM   #49
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I have bought 2 watches (SMP, DJ 16620) from Rick and have a couple repaired/waterproofed. Always helpful to get thoughts sorted out to get the right watch.

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Old 29 July 2011, 10:14 AM   #50
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One follow up to this list...Have bought multiple watches from Jedly1--Jed is one of the best sellers as well. His watches are mint and he is a 100% straight shooter! Highly recommend him to anyone and everyone!!!
Most definately Jedly1 (Jed). Having purchased serveral times from him, he is a straight shooter and will go out of his way to make things happen...... Jed is a true gentleman and I can vouch for him 100%

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Old 2 August 2011, 02:59 PM   #53
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Hi guys, list updated with green stars, note that I have only updated if you mentioned you bought a watch/watches from a seller as stated in footnote below for adding green stars. So if you've not explicitly said so let me know and will update. Also need update for Andrew Shear who has 2 references but no mention if watches were purchased. Other sellers referred to have one reference each, so let me know. Have added a "Purchase reference list" below to specify the forumers who stated they purchased from each seller who got green stars.



1) Mark Lerman ([email protected]) [*]
2) Jed aka Jedly1(http://www.thetimetraveler.co/) [*]
3) Erik Ku (http://10pastten.com/) [*]
4) Steve Mulholland (http://www.mulhollandtime.com/)
5) Mike wood (Www.theoldwatchshop.com )
6) Andrew Shear: [email protected]
7) Jacek Kozubek - [email protected] - San Francisco CA , hqmilton.com
8) Paul Seregin-seregins.com
9) Derek Dier-vintagewatchestobuy.com
10) coolvintagewatches.com
11) Zaf Basha-finertimes.com
12) http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/
13) Ben ([email protected] ) [*]
14) Ken Jacobs (wannabuyawatch.com )
15) Joshua Bonifas: Fourtane.com
16) Eric Iskin- [email protected]- Santa Rosa, CA- Olde Towne Jewelers



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.

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.

Purchase Reference list:
Mark Lerman (ezinternet,cruvon)
Jedly (Steelerfan65,bb3188)
Eric Ku (ddrees,steelerfan65)
Ben (Jason71,yessir69)
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Old 3 August 2011, 11:44 AM   #54
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I bought my 5513 from Eric Iskin, great guy, a real straight shooter!!!!
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Old 3 August 2011, 11:49 AM   #55
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I bought my 5513 from Eric Iskin, great guy, a real straight shooter!!!!
thanks, have your name in for him, need one more ref:)
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Old 3 August 2011, 11:58 AM   #56
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Well, he also has over 7,000 positive ebay transactions!!
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Old 3 August 2011, 12:45 PM   #57
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some more references stating you've purchased from you favourite sellers guys!!
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Old 3 August 2011, 12:50 PM   #58
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Well, he also has over 7,000 positive ebay transactions!!
That's an impressive record Michael, need one more forum"ers ref for a happy watch purchase to put in a green star though.
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Old 8 August 2011, 03:52 AM   #59
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I've had good experiences with:

Jeff Barnard: http://www.bernardwatch.com/
Wingate's: http://www.tic-tock.com/wingates/

Both are in Texas.
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Eric Ku for sure
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