char1ie

All valid points. And I certainly understand why customs risk for $4,000 scares you. Just wanted you to know.

No customs risk as we're both in the EU. More the risk of things not arriving, not being insured properly, not being as described, etc etc.

Charlie

Charlie-

I have no idea what project was for 2800 euros (and there are no guarantees) but bear in mind that anything being sold for $1500 or more on this forum requires vetting of the seller by the admin team. Unlike Ebay or any other forum we maintain an approved list. Also you can ask the seller for references around here. In any case best of luck with your search.

It was a really nice mosty gen parts 1665 build. I loved it but there's a lot that can go wrong with a €2800 purchase from someone I don't know. I've had fingers burnt before and I'm wary about that level of value trades overseas. Even in the UK I'd travel to meet someone face to face for that amount.

Charlie

Another thing, what are you looking for? Do you want to build something from scratch, or pick up a genuine Rolex at a bargain price? I'm not at all clear about what you're shooting for.

Thanks, I've been around Ebay since 1998 so I understand it's a lawless place. I was thinking about assembling parts to make a 1675 or similar era Rolex. Having said that I am more leaning towards buying a project that is already done, and was just idly scanning Ebay thinking about prices and purchases.

A was toying with buying a really nice 1665 that was offered on the forum at around €2800 but I wasn't sure about taking the risk of buying from someone I didn't know.

Anyway, back to the research and the learning. Thanks all,

Charlie

I am with Freddy. When it comes to ebay I try to stick to well established folks. I focus on bidding on safe items and hope to get better prices just by the luck of who else bids. You are never going to score a Double red for $5,000 but you weren't going to anyhow.

The other smart thing you are already doing is check with folks around here when contemplating a large purchase. There are a number of folks with wonderful knowledge and they are usually happy to help.

Thanks.

When I posted the link to the double red the price was $415.

Charlie

The more time I spend on this forum the more I start to assume that Ebay is full of non-gen Rolex stuff. This case set has no sn. Should I believe the seller? It's been worn away by the bracelet? I don't think so. Your opinions?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250731868473

Thanks,

Charlie

That 1675 seller displayed the entire serial number...

:bangin:

I know that convention says that people don't display serial numbers. Why?

I agree the 1665 pics are crap. I have asked for more details.

Charlie

Hello all, I have been browsing the forum for a while, moving towards vintage Rolex building. I have been dabbling with vintage Pan mods but it's time for a change. Could I get some thoughts on the following please.

What is this 1665 double red:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Rolex-Sea-Dweller-1977-Double-Red-1665-/150525410833

I'm assuming it's not gen, but does anybody have any opinion about what it is? I'm thinking in may work as the basis of a 1665 project. Can anybody tell from the photos what this is likely to be?

I was looking at this case as a possible 1675 project. I am assuming that it is all gen. Any thoughts?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270669482041

What sort of price will this case go for?

Thanks all,

Charlie

Here's a Bond Sub from the late 50's-early 60's. I got this version from MBW.

That looks very yellow in colour.

Charlie

How about some Armando Huerta....

That's perfect! Thanks.

Charlie

Unfortunately, there are probably a lot of us who got in late (I paid for mine a little over a year ago) I believe I paid 375 at the time, and was congratulating myself that I got all in at a bargain price. Looks like the last laughs on me. Also unfortunately, there are a significant number of folks( me included) who have dealt with WM9 directly, so we are SOL. If the project is truly dead, then we are out our money, simple as that. I did buy a cheap 16600 SD, just to try it on for size. I have since sold it, as it really didn't have much appeal to me.Ii would rather concentrate on vintage SD's. I suppose old watches for old guys is pretty apropos.

This may be a silly question but why did you all pay up front? Not a criticism, just a genuine question.

Charlie

What movement is that?

Charlie

Probably the best thing to do is open it up and see what's grating. You should be able to unscrew the case back with your fingers and some pressure - maybe with some sticky tape to grip it.

I'm also in London by the way. I don't know anybody who'll fix such a beast.

Charlie