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The Timepiece Thread vol: READ THE 1st POST!!!
- Dec 14, 2003
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I sold my first watch this year. Honestly, I haven’t thought about it until now.
- Aug 13, 2008
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What's up fellas. Haven't been here in a minute, but saw something for the wife on watchfinder. Should I have any reservations ordering through them and what % under asking should I aim for?
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- Jul 13, 2005
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Basic Amazon green box. Cutting costs 
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I couldn’t care less about the box. Sits in storage anyways…
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i mean honestly, both boxes probably cost the same to make, hell the new one probably a few cents more depending how "eco-friendly" it is
its also supposed to be like ip filing renders so theres probably going to be rolex logos in there somewhere
and i love a good presentation box and get as much freebies as possible for the buck but with rolex, its always been a green box and nothing else so the new ones doesnt really feel like a downgrade
with that said, its gotten to become like shoe boxes at this point and i just hope for a smaller and consistent size box so its easier to store
its also supposed to be like ip filing renders so theres probably going to be rolex logos in there somewhere
and i love a good presentation box and get as much freebies as possible for the buck but with rolex, its always been a green box and nothing else so the new ones doesnt really feel like a downgrade
with that said, its gotten to become like shoe boxes at this point and i just hope for a smaller and consistent size box so its easier to store
- Oct 12, 2018
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The new box is ok. It does actually come with Rolex branding this is just a example. The outer box now has changed from cream to green. I do like the new tone of green better than the previous and it definitely looks better on the outer box which now matches. I'm curious where some of the additional "paperwork" is stored. I'm curious if there'll be any material changes?
I do think the presentation box matters as it shows that the company cares about elements of the customer experience outside of the timepiece itself. This has become lessened in the case of Rolex with as most of us know that Rolex watches come to ADs in plastic coffins and are placed in boxes upon arrival.
Around this price point this is one area where Omega is king.
I do think the presentation box matters as it shows that the company cares about elements of the customer experience outside of the timepiece itself. This has become lessened in the case of Rolex with as most of us know that Rolex watches come to ADs in plastic coffins and are placed in boxes upon arrival.
Around this price point this is one area where Omega is king.
- Oct 12, 2018
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If the colours weren't so out there I'd consider this piece. I think there is significant demand for a more toolish speedmaster 100m wr, automatic movement, on the fly bracelet adjustment but at over 14.5 mm case height not for me. Omega just can't seem to get it right with sizing.
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- Jan 11, 2014
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My omega boxes are too damn big. Like Rfx said smallest and easiest to store is ideal for me.
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when i checked out the new seamasters, before I left the SA heavily hinted that there was going to be a new speedy before the year ended and I guess this is it
i like it especially without the crown guards but yeah the thickness is gon' make it unwearable for me (or at least not my preference) and i dont know why the old bracelets were used when the bracelet on the watch that inspired it looks pretty close to the new one?
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- Jun 21, 2014
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It's like that for a lot of high end watch companies though. Pateks and AP's get shipped in cardboard boxes. They don't get shipped in the big wooden boxes that you get when picking them up from the AD. People used to pay big money for a double sealed Patek.
- Dec 14, 2003
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I just feel like some people want to get out of some of their watches like Stalone etc. Could also be trying to recoup losses from the whole FTX fiasco.
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$864k with buyers fees.
Personally I find this watch appalling and certain would never pay a premium for a watch with another man's name in diamond encrusted letters all over the dial, but I would have thought it would sell for more money.
Personally I find this watch appalling and certain would never pay a premium for a watch with another man's name in diamond encrusted letters all over the dial, but I would have thought it would sell for more money.
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one of the ugliest APs ive ever seen
and apparently his collection along with some sport memorabilia only fetched $9m?
not sure if thats gon’ be much help in buying an nfl team
and apparently his collection along with some sport memorabilia only fetched $9m?
not sure if thats gon’ be much help in buying an nfl team
- Apr 4, 2008
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I like this one more than the FOiS but I would still prefer a moon watch if I’m getting a speedy.when i checked out the new seamasters, before I left the SA heavily hinted that there was going to be a new speedy before the year ended and I guess this is it
i like it especially without the crown guards but yeah the thickness is gon' make it unwearable for me (or at least not my preference) and i dont know why the old bracelets were used when the bracelet on the watch that inspired it looks pretty close to the new one?
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not a watch but i enjoyed watching it
- Jan 11, 2014
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That shades 38 will be copped soon.
My studio underdog came in today. Cool watch, I like it.
My studio underdog came in today. Cool watch, I like it.
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Quirky and fun. Does it wear as big as it looks?That shades 38 will be copped soon.
My studio underdog came in today. Cool watch, I like it.
