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07-02-2021, 06:23 AM
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Anyone else have so much arm hair that it hurts to turn your rotating bezel? Might just be a sea master problem, sense the case is a bit slimmer
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07-02-2021, 06:35 AM
#8192
Originally Posted By miscdontlift⏩
I follow the channel and that whole watch community. They didn't have anyone's watches left on consignment and they wired out 100k to one of the other guys the day before. You don't do that if you're bailing.
There's no way it's a publicity stunt. That's just people who know them or have done business with them in the past being in denial.
Just imagine how stupid you have to be to pretend like you closed up shop without a word while still owing customers and other dealers money and watches. They also got a bunch of "donations" for them to open up their new store in return for wholesale pricing. This is a industry based off trust and once you lose that even a publicity stunt won't be able to make up for that.
Just imagine how stupid you have to be to pretend like you closed up shop without a word while still owing customers and other dealers money and watches. They also got a bunch of "donations" for them to open up their new store in return for wholesale pricing. This is a industry based off trust and once you lose that even a publicity stunt won't be able to make up for that.
Its a few mil were talking about here, not 30 mil. You can't run off and hide on that. Plus the TPG called in during a life stream and msged the other guys. You'll see
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07-02-2021, 06:54 AM
#8193
Originally Posted By Gringo12⏩
The guy they wired the 100k to was a wealthy Russian out of Miami. You don’t fk with the Russians. So if they were gonna bail I doubt they’d want the Russians out for their heads. So that’s not enough reason to assume they didn’t bail.
and they wired out 100k to one of the other guys the day before. You don't do that if you're bailing.
As far as whether they had any consignment pieces on hand or not is another story. People online tend to lie so it’s hard to know for sure. I saw some people that said they did have pieces on consignment with them. But it’s the internet it could be bs.
But from recent info coming out it does seem theyre just doing this for publicity. The only way I can see it working out in their benefit though is if they managed to snag a Netflix deal or something.
Be doesn’t matter to me either way. I’d only deal with trusted grey dealers over an up and coming ex con.
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07-02-2021, 10:23 AM
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Just got this CasiOak. Not bad for a watch for the range or something casual.
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07-06-2021, 04:25 AM
#8195
Originally Posted By Destor⏩
Full set Lange Saxonia Thin ref 211.026, yours for $16k
A Saxonia? How much
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that's whack
The guy they wired the 100k to was a wealthy Russian out of Miami. You don’t fk with the Russians. So if they were gonna bail I doubt they’d want the Russians out for their heads. So that’s not enough reason to assume they didn’t bail.
As far as whether they had any consignment pieces on hand or not is another story. People online tend to lie so it’s hard to know for sure. I saw some people that said they did have pieces on consignment with them. But it’s the internet it could be bs.
But from recent info coming out it does seem theyre just doing this for publicity. The only way I can see it working out in their benefit though is if they managed to snag a Netflix deal or something.
Be doesn’t matter to me either way. I’d only deal with trusted grey dealers over an up and coming ex con.
As far as whether they had any consignment pieces on hand or not is another story. People online tend to lie so it’s hard to know for sure. I saw some people that said they did have pieces on consignment with them. But it’s the internet it could be bs.
But from recent info coming out it does seem theyre just doing this for publicity. The only way I can see it working out in their benefit though is if they managed to snag a Netflix deal or something.
Be doesn’t matter to me either way. I’d only deal with trusted grey dealers over an up and coming ex con.
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07-09-2021, 09:51 AM
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Only the aquanot is mine. The AP and nautilus belongs to a friend and he let me try them on.
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07-09-2021, 12:40 PM
#8197
Originally Posted By shortys408⏩
Dang just looked on Chrono24 at that nautilus. And those are listed at over 250k…sheesh. All three watches are great though.
Only the aquanot is mine. The AP and nautilus belongs to a friend and he let me try them on.
[ig]https://i.imgur.com/9ihp4d7.jpg
[ig]https://i.imgur.com/9ihp4d7.jpg
And just checked the BLNR on Chrono, and of course the market is still crazy.
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07-10-2021, 05:39 AM
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Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
Gray is just retarded right now.
Dang just looked on Chrono24 at that nautilus. And those are listed at over 250k…sheesh. All three watches are great though.
And just checked the BLNR on Chrono, and of course the market is still crazy.
And just checked the BLNR on Chrono, and of course the market is still crazy.
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07-10-2021, 06:02 AM
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Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
Honestly, I’m not convinced that it’s ever going to get better. On the Rolex forums, they talk about prices softening up here and there, but it’s usually a marginal, temporary change. When prices start to go back up, the change is way more significant. Wishful thinkers are waiting for this magical point in time when prices are good, but in reality, I would be more focused on what is about to go up significantly in price, and buy it before it does.
Gray is just retarded right now.
07-10-2021, 06:05 AM
#8200
Originally Posted By Adam16121⏩
I wasn’t in the market when it happened. So can’t confirm. But I read when the pandemic first started you could get a BLNR for like 12-13k on the gray market.
Honestly, I’m not convinced that it’s ever going to get better. On the Rolex forums, they talk about prices softening up here and there, but it’s usually a marginal, temporary change. When prices start to go back up, the change is way more significant. Wishful thinkers are waiting for this magical point in time when prices are good, but in reality, I would be more focused on what is about to go up significantly in price, and buy it before it does.
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07-10-2021, 06:08 AM
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Originally Posted By Unstumpable⏩
Yeah, I haven’t been watching closely either lately. They talk about it a bit over here:
I wasn’t in the market when it happened. So can’t confirm. But I read when the pandemic first started you could get a BLNR for like 12-13k on the gray market.
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=725910
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07-10-2021, 06:10 AM
#8202
Originally Posted By Adam16121⏩
Yeah they don’t care.
I saw a post on the Rolex forums yesterday of a guy wearing the polar explorer II on a camo looking nato and it looked amazing. Would love that watch.
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07-10-2021, 07:15 AM
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I’m convinced it’s impossible to photograph the explorer 2 where it DOESNT look like a dinner plate on the wrist.
Even from that MySpace angle it looks potato. There is potential with that camo strap tho, think it would be better with the black dial.
Even from that MySpace angle it looks potato. There is potential with that camo strap tho, think it would be better with the black dial.
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07-10-2021, 07:38 AM
#8204
Originally Posted By guideX⏩
if you were willing to stretch the budget here's a couple other pepsi options.
What are peoples thoughts on Pepsi faces? Potentially a zone?
I'm a lawyer but often dress a bit alt and with working from home/nearly no in person client interaction im almost never donning a suit so thought I'd try and get something with casual/formal versatility.
I went to the shop today to sus the Seiko 5 SRPD53K which I can get around ~300AUD but then i saw the spb181j which Donald J TRUMPed the Seiko 5. Looks leagues ahead in quality and better on my wrist. I didn't want to spend this much but the price difference isn't going to break the bank either..
[Ig]https://yeomanseiko.files.wordpress.com/2021/01/spb181j1_11.jpg
https://cdn.grahamsjewellers.com.au/30261992-w.jpg
https://timeandtidewatches.com/wp-co...nd-SSC795J.png
Thing retails for $1200AUD but I've already found it for $750 online. Is this good versatile watch? I'll prob just wear this on the reg or maybe interchange with a Garmin smartwatch. Also is it retarded to spend this much on a seiko? I also like that green seiko but it just gives me "trying to be loud like a Rolex" vibes.
Pepsi face is really growing on me here are some others I have found online (but can't try on since not stocked anywhere in Melbourne that I know)
https://www.jomashop.com/mathey-tiss...a=MXxOfDB8WXww
https://au-jackmasonbrand.glopalstor...ts/halyard-gmt
I'm a lawyer but often dress a bit alt and with working from home/nearly no in person client interaction im almost never donning a suit so thought I'd try and get something with casual/formal versatility.
I went to the shop today to sus the Seiko 5 SRPD53K which I can get around ~300AUD but then i saw the spb181j which Donald J TRUMPed the Seiko 5. Looks leagues ahead in quality and better on my wrist. I didn't want to spend this much but the price difference isn't going to break the bank either..
[Ig]https://yeomanseiko.files.wordpress.com/2021/01/spb181j1_11.jpg
https://cdn.grahamsjewellers.com.au/30261992-w.jpg
https://timeandtidewatches.com/wp-co...nd-SSC795J.png
Thing retails for $1200AUD but I've already found it for $750 online. Is this good versatile watch? I'll prob just wear this on the reg or maybe interchange with a Garmin smartwatch. Also is it retarded to spend this much on a seiko? I also like that green seiko but it just gives me "trying to be loud like a Rolex" vibes.
Pepsi face is really growing on me here are some others I have found online (but can't try on since not stocked anywhere in Melbourne that I know)
https://www.jomashop.com/mathey-tiss...a=MXxOfDB8WXww
https://au-jackmasonbrand.glopalstor...ts/halyard-gmt
Here's a tag heuer aquaracer for example.
https://www.jomashop.com/tag-heuer-w...QaArgOEALw_wcB
Tudor also makes one.
https://www.jomashop.com/tudor-watch-79830rb-0001.html
But if you really don't wanna spend a bit more on something with a little more premium, Seiko is a good brand for sure. But will let others chime in since I'm not to familiar with them.
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07-10-2021, 07:52 AM
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Originally Posted By guideX⏩
Yeah I like that Tag also. Tag Heuer isn't gonna go up in value like a Rolex for example. So if you buy that and end up wanting to resale it you'll most likely lose some money. But you should be able to at least recoop half of the cost I'd imagine.
I might go try that TAG on but damn its exxy.
Would the tag demand a decent resale value? My mate spent 3k on a new watch this year and he reckons it's since appreciated.
Would the tag demand a decent resale value? My mate spent 3k on a new watch this year and he reckons it's since appreciated.
The watches that really go up in value are very hard to obtain such as desireable Rolex, Patek, AP, etc…
That watch is sexy though
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07-10-2021, 03:01 PM
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Be prepared to take at least a 50% hit on that Tag if you pay retail. You should be buying new for at least 30% off. The Tudor is imo the best bet if it fits you well.
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07-10-2021, 04:04 PM
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Popped into my boutique yesterday to say hello and chat. Also casually remind him that I would love an open worked.
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07-10-2021, 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted By shortys408⏩
Hopefully your game is good. Mine has gotten me everytihg I've seriously requested. If not, I will possibly suck cock for 100k no homo.
Popped into my boutique yesterday to say hello and chat. Also casually remind him that I would love an open worked.
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07-10-2021, 05:23 PM
#8209
Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
I’m good at it at this point. I stop in somewhat frequently and don’t bother them for watches. They hate people walking in, asking for the hottest watches, and than leaving.
Hopefully your game is good. Mine has gotten me everytihg I've seriously requested. If not, I will possibly suck cock for 100k no homo.
I keep in contact regularly. I’ll do favors in line with my work (i got my Rolex AD rep a mortgage). I will take them out to lunch. Etc.
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07-20-2021, 09:22 AM
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Boating on birthday week. Bunch of applewatchcels on a pontoon boat nearby telling me not to jump in the water with my tudor because "just because it's water proof doesn't mean you should go in the water". Pardon me while i ignore the advice of someone whose nicest watch is a shinola. great weekend though, loving the chronograph as a "rough n tumble" piece. Strange to think that it wasn't even on my radar until i walked into the AD and the owner had me check it out. Can't imagine ever selling it, perfect daily driver.
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Yeah I like that Tag also. Tag Heuer isn't gonna go up in value like a Rolex for example. So if you buy that and end up wanting to resale it you'll most likely lose some money. But you should be able to at least recoop half of the cost I'd imagine.
The watches that really go up in value are very hard to obtain such as desireable Rolex, Patek, AP, etc…
That watch is sexy though
[youtube]pTykvjvZdBQ[/yoe]
The watches that really go up in value are very hard to obtain such as desireable Rolex, Patek, AP, etc…
That watch is sexy though
[youtube]pTykvjvZdBQ[/yoe]
Originally Posted By BigRangs⏩
Strong this. I'd only consider a tag if you can get your model on jomashop or some place similar that's going to give you at least 30% off
Be prepared to take at least a 50% hit on that Tag if you pay retail. You should be buying new for at least 30% off. The Tudor is imo the best bet if it fits you well.
Originally Posted By shortys408⏩
not sure if i want the royal oak or the champagne flute more
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07-20-2021, 10:33 AM
#8211
Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Needed a laugh today
Boating on birthday week. Bunch of applewatchcels on a pontoon boat nearby telling me not to jump in the water with my tudor because "just because it's water proof doesn't mean you should go in the water".
Really need to go try on a Tudor GMT to see if it's too large for my wrist or not. Missed out on a resale Rolex 16570 recently and am kicking myself
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07-20-2021, 10:36 AM
#8212
Originally Posted By wailshark⏩
Needed a laugh today
Really need to go try on a Tudor GMT to see if it's too large for my wrist or not. Missed out on a resale Rolex 16570 recently and am kicking myself
Really need to go try on a Tudor GMT to see if it's too large for my wrist or not. Missed out on a resale Rolex 16570 recently and am kicking myself
I dislike the gmt for the same reason i dislike the non fifty-eight black bays. They're too tall/thick for the diameter. Otherwise a smart looking watch.
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07-20-2021, 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Boating on birthday week. Bunch of applewatchcels on a pontoon boat nearby telling me not to jump in the water with my tudor because "just because it's water proof doesn't mean you should go in the water". Pardon me while i ignore the advice of someone whose nicest watch is a shinola. great weekend though, loving the chronograph as a "rough n tumble" piece. Strange to think that it wasn't even on my radar until i walked into the AD and the owner had me check it out. Can't imagine ever selling it, perfect daily driver.
Ayyyy….lmao. Tudor is probably tougher…and is an apple watch even waterproof in the same manner….? My AK spent an almost literal week in the pool in mexico, snorkeling excursion, and paddle boarding. Zero issues.
Stopped in to the AD up in Saratoga this weekend whilst in town. Need to work on my game more, or not sure if i just didnt feel like playing it or buying anything right now with my rental selling. Should've been more pushy about what i was actually waiting for. Just was meh. Ill be back up in mid September. House should be sold by then. So we will see what happens. She did mention it's the emptiest their cases have ever been though. No shock there.
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07-20-2021, 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted By twovalvekid⏩
I'm off of watch acquisition for the foreseeable future. AD told me I could get the 126715 basically whenever i was serious, but would probably put down on another rental property before i felt obligated to really get one. I live by "stay down until you come up", want 20k in rental monthly income before I go in on a 40k watch.
Stopped in to the AD up in Saratoga this weekend whilst in town. Need to work on my game more, or not sure if i just didnt feel like playing it or buying anything right now with my rental selling. Should've been more pushy about what i was actually waiting for. Just was meh. Ill be back up in mid September. House should be sold by then. So we will see what happens. She did mention it's the emptiest their cases have ever been though. No shock there.
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07-20-2021, 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Im also in a similar spot. Im selling my rental because it's about to need some TLC and it's hitting the age where big things are going to start to go wrong. So i figured i'd dump it in this ridiculous market since the tenants left early. I've got more than enough capital (could buy a few DDs for example), but similiar to you, i'd rather get more in the rental game. But right meow is *not* the time to buy rental excursions, which is what sucks.
I'm off of watch acquisition for the foreseeable future. AD told me I could get the 126715 basically whenever i was serious, but would probably put down on another rental property before i felt obligated to really get one. I live by "stay down until you come up", want 20k in rental monthly income before I go in on a 40k watch.
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07-20-2021, 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted By wailshark⏩
The responses in this thread were the real laugh -
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showt...hp?t=180406713
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07-20-2021, 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted By W1LLW⏩
Strong everything in there lmao.
The responses in this thread were the real laugh -
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showt...hp?t=180406713
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07-20-2021, 03:31 PM
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That was a fun read lol
07-20-2021, 03:45 PM
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What are the chances I can ever buy a white faced SS Daytona at a dealer for msrp?
I really want one but the best I’ve seen is high $30’s for one at a grey dealer. Not happening.
I really want one but the best I’ve seen is high $30’s for one at a grey dealer. Not happening.
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07-20-2021, 04:34 PM
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Originally Posted By BrunotheBoxer⏩
The ironic thing about steel Skydwellers and Daytonas is that if the grey market prices for you are “not happening” then the required spend to get one at retail DEFINITELY is not happening either.
What are the chances I can ever buy a white faced SS Daytona at a dealer for msrp?
I really want one but the best I’ve seen is high $30’s for one at a grey dealer. Not happening.
I really want one but the best I’ve seen is high $30’s for one at a grey dealer. Not happening.
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