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Case61 · 24 July 2014, 01:47 PM

Next week, the local AD is having a once a year/one-day sale of "reconditioned" and "refurbished" Rolexes and other Swiss watches. Discounts of up to 40%, it claims. The watches come with a "one-year limited warranty," from the AD.

On the one hand, I've had some experience with refurbished cameras and computers, none of it good. On the other hand, would an AD for a once a year sale sell a turkey, at the risk of its reputation?

Anyone had experience with refurbished/reconditioned (I wonder what the difference is?) Rolexes? Is this something that I might be interested in, or something I should stay very far away from?

Andad · 24 July 2014, 01:49 PM

I don't think my Rolex AD has a second hand dealers licence.

lorsban · 24 July 2014, 01:54 PM

I buy 2nd hand all the time and Rolexes are a safer bet especially if they had been recently service by RSC. Condition would be like new.

Most likely your AD has a trade-in program. They get used Rollies, have them serviced. One thing to consider is who did the fefurb. If it's Rolex Service Center, no problem. But if it's just the AD, I'd stay away from it.

Old Expat Beast · 24 July 2014, 02:03 PM

Yes, if serviced by RSC then fine. Otherwise, you need to know how to spot an overpolished case at least.

ExplorerChris · 24 July 2014, 02:13 PM

As long as they have the service records and the two year Waranty card from Rolex
Then I would feel better if the AD did the service then no
Now that I'm thinking about it your post did state one year limited Waranty and an RSC serviced watch would carry a two year Waranty so I'd pass

Tools · 24 July 2014, 02:33 PM

Ben Bridge has an annual traveling sale of their overhauled trade-ins. They are all usually serviced at their Rolex Approved Service Center outside of Seattle and if you ask you can likely get a 2 year in-house warranty.

Only you can decide if the prices are what you want to pay. 40% off of retail isn't always a good price unless it's a piece that you really want.. I have had a couple of watches from their sales over the years, but you need to get their early to be able to find the best bargains or selection..

Case61 · 24 July 2014, 02:35 PM

Well, actually, it is Ben Bridge I'm asking about. I didn't know if it was appropriate to use their name here.

joe100 · 24 July 2014, 03:28 PM

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Rolexpharm · 24 July 2014, 08:36 PM

As long as it's serviced by RSC it's good. Make sure you get the box and paperwork too. There are some ADs that don't have it because the precious owner didn't have it. I would stay away from those because should you trade your refurb in it may not have as much value as compared to the same model with the box and paperwork.

14060m · 24 July 2014, 10:02 PM

Buyer beware

Speed · 24 July 2014, 11:43 PM

I suspect you will see a lot of datejusts, dates and Air Kings with wacky dials.

But what the heck...get there when they open and check it out. Perhaps they may have something you actually want.

The Libertine · 24 July 2014, 11:44 PM

Refurbished by whom, where and when would be the operative question.

NKflyer · 25 July 2014, 12:11 AM

The jewelry stores in my neck of the woods are always running sales like that. The "40-50% off" they advertise is very misleading as it's actually 40% off of the current MSRP for the comparable new model. If the watches have been serviced by a rolex approved watchmaker with warranty, there is some value there. Similar service would cost approx $600 if you were to commission it yourself. Doesn't hurt to look but I doubt the deals will better those in our own classifieds section, even factoring in the possible need for service.

mjclark32 · 25 July 2014, 12:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

Ben Bridge has an annual traveling sale of their overhauled trade-ins. They are all usually serviced at their Rolex Approved Service Center outside of Seattle and if you ask you can likely get a 2 year in-house warranty.

Only you can decide if the prices are what you want to pay. 40% off of retail isn't always a good price unless it's a piece that you really want.. I have had a couple of watches from their sales over the years, but you need to get their early to be able to find the best bargains or selection..

Quote:

Originally Posted by Case61

Well, actually, it is Ben Bridge I'm asking about. I didn't know if it was appropriate to use their name here.

There ya go

Go early and see if you can find what you're looking for

azguy · 25 July 2014, 12:28 AM

[QUOTE=Speed;5123671]I suspect you will see a lot of datejusts, dates and Air Kings with wacky dials.

QUOTE]

I've been to one, this is exactly what you will see, no subs or GMT's, for sure

24 July 2014, 01:47 PM	#1
Case61 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Tucson, Az Posts: 1,132	Refurbished/Reconditioned Rolexes? Next week, the local AD is having a once a year/one-day sale of "reconditioned" and "refurbished" Rolexes and other Swiss watches. Discounts of up to 40%, it claims. The watches come with a "one-year limited warranty," from the AD. On the one hand, I've had some experience with refurbished cameras and computers, none of it good. On the other hand, would an AD for a once a year sale sell a turkey, at the risk of its reputation? Anyone had experience with refurbished/reconditioned (I wonder what the difference is?) Rolexes? Is this something that I might be interested in, or something I should stay very far away from?

24 July 2014, 01:49 PM	#2
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,058	I don't think my Rolex AD has a second hand dealers licence. __________________ E

24 July 2014, 01:54 PM	#3
lorsban "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,199	I buy 2nd hand all the time and Rolexes are a safer bet especially if they had been recently service by RSC. Condition would be like new. Most likely your AD has a trade-in program. They get used Rollies, have them serviced. One thing to consider is who did the fefurb. If it's Rolex Service Center, no problem. But if it's just the AD, I'd stay away from it. __________________ Rolex TT Datejust, Panerai PAM 312, Omega Connie C-Shape, Anonimo D-Date II, Squale 20 Atmos Blue Ray, Concord Impresario Triple Date Chrono Seiko SKX007, Monster Tuna

24 July 2014, 02:13 PM	#5
ExplorerChris "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Chris Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Explorer II 16550 Posts: 1,401	As long as they have the service records and the two year Waranty card from Rolex Then I would feel better if the AD did the service then no Now that I'm thinking about it your post did state one year limited Waranty and an RSC serviced watch would carry a two year Waranty so I'd pass __________________ There's a crown for every achievement A Watch Is Just A Watch A Rolex Is A Timepiece

24 July 2014, 02:33 PM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,253	Ben Bridge has an annual traveling sale of their overhauled trade-ins. They are all usually serviced at their Rolex Approved Service Center outside of Seattle and if you ask you can likely get a 2 year in-house warranty. Only you can decide if the prices are what you want to pay. 40% off of retail isn't always a good price unless it's a piece that you really want.. I have had a couple of watches from their sales over the years, but you need to get their early to be able to find the best bargains or selection.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

24 July 2014, 02:03 PM	#4
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Hong Kong Watch: SEIKO Posts: 28,496	Yes, if serviced by RSC then fine. Otherwise, you need to know how to spot an overpolished case at least.

24 July 2014, 02:35 PM	#7
Case61 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Tucson, Az Posts: 1,132	Well, actually, it is Ben Bridge I'm asking about. I didn't know if it was appropriate to use their name here.

24 July 2014, 03:28 PM	#8
joe100 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,753	You might also consider our trusted sellers here. Best prices possible and no hassle of a sales pitch. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

24 July 2014, 08:36 PM	#9
Rolexpharm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Bensalem, Pa Posts: 638	As long as it's serviced by RSC it's good. Make sure you get the box and paperwork too. There are some ADs that don't have it because the precious owner didn't have it. I would stay away from those because should you trade your refurb in it may not have as much value as compared to the same model with the box and paperwork.

24 July 2014, 10:02 PM	#10
14060m "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Watch: 116610 , 16233 Posts: 1,802	Buyer beware __________________

24 July 2014, 11:43 PM	#11
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	I suspect you will see a lot of datejusts, dates and Air Kings with wacky dials. But what the heck...get there when they open and check it out. Perhaps they may have something you actually want.

24 July 2014, 11:44 PM	#12
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Refurbished by whom, where and when would be the operative question.

25 July 2014, 12:11 AM	#13
NKflyer 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Richard Location: Colorado Posts: 2,839	The jewelry stores in my neck of the woods are always running sales like that. The "40-50% off" they advertise is very misleading as it's actually 40% off of the current MSRP for the comparable new model. If the watches have been serviced by a rolex approved watchmaker with warranty, there is some value there. Similar service would cost approx $600 if you were to commission it yourself. Doesn't hurt to look but I doubt the deals will better those in our own classifieds section, even factoring in the possible need for service.

25 July 2014, 12:28 AM	#15
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	[QUOTE=Speed;5123671]I suspect you will see a lot of datejusts, dates and Air Kings with wacky dials. QUOTE] I've been to one, this is exactly what you will see, no subs or GMT's, for sure

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