Rolex daytona
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Assuming it's real, without knowing the condition inside and out, not really. And is it SS, TT, or PM? Do you have a serial number that can help identify approximately how old it is (don't actually post the number)? Does the watch come with box and papers?
Your best bet is to go to Rolex Forums website and look through the for sale ads at used pieces. You can search "Daytona" in the "For Sale - Rolex Watches" sub-forum and plenty should pop up.
Good luck!
Your best bet is to go to Rolex Forums website and look through the for sale ads at used pieces. You can search "Daytona" in the "For Sale - Rolex Watches" sub-forum and plenty should pop up.
Good luck!
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I tried to get one authenticated. The Rolex dealer said they have to send it to the factory, who disassembles it to make sure it's real. I couldn't believe it. They're worse than Balabushka's!
That being said, I'm perfectly OK with no watch anymore. Since the advent of cell phones and our umbilical-like attachment to them, watches are now simply jewelry.
That being said, I'm perfectly OK with no watch anymore. Since the advent of cell phones and our umbilical-like attachment to them, watches are now simply jewelry.
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Dean, if it's a modern white stainless steel Daytona, then it retails for between $8,000-$9,000. You can see prices on http://www.chrono24.com a website for second hand watches, or you can check the rolex forums.
Boxes and papers contribute to value as is whether it is newer than 2010, when Rolex moved from Zenith to their in-house chrono movement. You can take it to Bachendorf's in the Galleria to get it authenticated or there is Dallas Watch and Diamonds next to Three Forks where they can authenticate it for you as well.
Oh and another place to learn about potential value is http://www.bobswatches.com where they list the prices that they buy Daytonas from folks as well as the prices of the ones they have in stock. Looks like they are buying them for $8k and selling for a bit more than 10k.
Boxes and papers contribute to value as is whether it is newer than 2010, when Rolex moved from Zenith to their in-house chrono movement. You can take it to Bachendorf's in the Galleria to get it authenticated or there is Dallas Watch and Diamonds next to Three Forks where they can authenticate it for you as well.
Oh and another place to learn about potential value is http://www.bobswatches.com where they list the prices that they buy Daytonas from folks as well as the prices of the ones they have in stock. Looks like they are buying them for $8k and selling for a bit more than 10k.
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Ahhh, Rolex. A watch that needs expensive service every few years. Also a watch that attracts muggers. As far as telling time? A cheap quartz watch is every bit as accurate if not more.
Whatever this guy wants to trade for, I'd tell him to sell the watch, then come with the cash.
Unless, of course, you really want a Rolex...if so, disregard everything I said above.
Whatever this guy wants to trade for, I'd tell him to sell the watch, then come with the cash.
Unless, of course, you really want a Rolex...if so, disregard everything I said above.
Yeah, I've had a few Rollies pass through my hands but they never stuck. Did keep an Omega for about 9 years but when it came time for a service it was running almost $500 to send back to Omega. Sold it and picked up a Seiko SKX009 for $150. Still love mechanical watches and won't go quartz, but I love my Seiko and when the movement gives out (they last a long time....simple but solid movements!) I'll just buy another or even just a new movement to toss in it.
Anyway...if you can be sure it's real then they're usually easy to sell but provenance helps (papers, sales receipt, etc). Seems like best option is to have the guy sell the watch himself and tell him you'll hold the cue for a bit until he does.
Unless you want the Daytona for yourself, which is a killer watch for sure, in which case just make sure it's real.
If you get it and it's mint, with all boxes and paperwork, and decide you don't like it, I may send you a cue for it. You'll be happy with it, but.......no pics, it will be a SURPRISE!!!!! 
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If it doesn't have a serial number then either it's not a Rolex or it's been filed off - in which case run, don't walk. Either between the lugs on the six o'clock side or on the rehaut (again at "6") of the newer ones. But every Rolex has a serial number.
Many AD's don't even know the product they are selling. If you post good enough pics on the Rolex Forums ("watch out" section) the guys on there will tell you with a high degree of accuracy if it's real or fake. Yes, for this kind of money you may want a watchmaker who knows what he's looking at take the case back off and examine the movement, but if it's a fake they will know it and you can walk away on the deal right there. There are numerous guys on there that are really, really good at spotting bogus goods.
Great info!
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Dean, my friend, there is a wealth of information at: www.watchnet.com
Do a Search for Rolex Daytona and you will see what current asking prices
have been. eBay is another great source for current asking and selling prices.
Search for Rolex Daytona, then sub-search "Completed Items" to see what buyers
have actually paid over the past 90 days.
I have been buying, selling, and trading high-end timepieces on WatchNet since the
mid-1990's to include all models of Rolex. The Daytona is the most replicated
(faked) model, and for good reason.
My very best advice would be to have the watch authenticated by an Authorized
Rolex Jeweler with at least one Rolex Certified Watchmaker on Staff.
Do a Search for Rolex Daytona and you will see what current asking prices
have been. eBay is another great source for current asking and selling prices.
Search for Rolex Daytona, then sub-search "Completed Items" to see what buyers
have actually paid over the past 90 days.
I have been buying, selling, and trading high-end timepieces on WatchNet since the
mid-1990's to include all models of Rolex. The Daytona is the most replicated
(faked) model, and for good reason.
My very best advice would be to have the watch authenticated by an Authorized
Rolex Jeweler with at least one Rolex Certified Watchmaker on Staff.
Azwatches
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Watchuseek is probably the best watch forum. Here's a link to the Rolex forum: http://forums.watchuseek.com/f23/
and here's the result of a search for Rolex Daytona in the For Sale forum:
http://forums.watchuseek.com/search.php?searchid=84680474
and here's the result of a search for Rolex Daytona in the For Sale forum:
http://forums.watchuseek.com/search.php?searchid=84680474
Why are you asking us?
This is a pool forum.
I've had a few Rolexes and every time I sell one I just pop it on eBay and sell it.
The market takes care of it self.
So far never had any problems. Just make sure you take lots of very good pictures and make sure there are lots of close ups and mention every scratch and ding.
I have before gotten some help from RolexForums.com....
it's an ACTUAL Rolex forum.....not a pool forum.
Really!!
I'm sure Dean is being offered a watch in trade for pool related items. I wonder how many of your watches were fakes.
I'm sure Dean is being offered a watch in trade for pool related items. I wonder how many of your watches were fakes.
Good place but maybe not the best Rolex forum. In any event, Dean, just to clarify, the Rolex forum I was referring to is this one: http://rolexforums.com
You talk down to the man and then go on to tell him about how you've had some Rolexes and sold them. Step back and take a look at yourself. You put your pants on just like everyone else around here......one leg at a time. Show a little respect.
Yup, that's for sure. Sent my Omega GMT to them for a complete refurbish & $500 was the bill. Had to send it a second time, as it was running fast, and they warranted their service job. About $130 in shipping, and tons of anxiety, for both trips.
Corey, which watch do you have? I've a couple of Omega GMT's, both Seamaster 300M, one a Great White and the other the 50th Anniversary. They both get plenty of wrist time. :wink:
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Deano,
A lot of stolen ones floating around, if you send it in for service or what not it will
be confiscated and you could get in a lot of trouble. So as has become the norm
I jackpot will save you from any trouble and mental anguish you might suffer. When
you receive it be sure to be wearing rubber gloves, we don't want there to be anyway
if there is a problem it can be traced back to you.Send it directly to me and I
will have it's history researched by my crack team of investigators that I keep on
retainer for just this kind of thing, If it is stolen as I suspect, I will have it destroyed
so no lives are ruined with this timepiece from hell. In the unlikely event it is genuine
well.....well....we'll figure something out. GYBAA (got your back as always)
jack
Deano,
A lot of stolen ones floating around, if you send it in for service or what not it will
be confiscated and you could get in a lot of trouble. So as has become the norm
I jackpot will save you from any trouble and mental anguish you might suffer. When
you receive it be sure to be wearing rubber gloves, we don't want there to be anyway
if there is a problem it can be traced back to you.Send it directly to me and I
will have it's history researched by my crack team of investigators that I keep on
retainer for just this kind of thing, If it is stolen as I suspect, I will have it destroyed
so no lives are ruined with this timepiece from hell. In the unlikely event it is genuine
well.....well....we'll figure something out. GYBAA (got your back as always)
jack