urbanshogun Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Hi guys, I got my first job out of university, and I will treat myself to a gen. I have limited myself to £2000. Some watches i've considered: Sinn (U1, GSG9, EZM3) Vintage DateJust (Champagne Dial, Leather Band) Omega (2531, Moonwatch) Vintage JLC dress watches I was wondering if you have any other suggestions for watches in this range (used or new). Also, some opinions from people who have bought at real life auctions... I have found a place in my city with watch auctions about three times a month. Looking at the online catalogue (fellows.co.uk), the estimates seem quite low. For example there are moon watches estimated at £800-1200, but I thought the going rate is more like £1800-2000. Are there hidden costs with buying at auction? Or do these places put low estimates to lure people in? Is there a danger I might get a rep sold to me? Thanks for reading. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devilseam Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Fellows is good i have used them in the past. One thing to note is that you have to pay 20% vat on all purchases, so if you buy for £2000 you will actually pay £2400. Most watches dont come with boxes/papers either. It can be a cheap way to get a watch that would be otherwise unobtainable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiesn089 Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 I'd buy a Speedy Pro, great watch with tons of history and not flashy as a Rolex which I personally would not want wear when starting out at a job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masmannan Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Wearing a Rollie in your first real job after Uni. Id definitely suggest going under stated. Imagine the new kid wearing a Rollie. Not the first impression you want to be making.That Omega looks sweet. Good luck with your new job.MasmannanMasmannan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1680 Posted August 9, 2013 Report Share Posted August 9, 2013 Don't get mislead by the estimated, the W196 was auctioned for about $27mil, estimate was about 1/10 of it. And like devilseam said, don't forget VAT and the buyer's premium! But to your other question: why don't you buy the watch you like most? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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