I have now asked Watchfinder for a valuation, not supplied any photos as the watch is locked away in a safe place at the moment.
I suppose they will ask for photos.
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I have now asked Watchfinder for a valuation, not supplied any photos as the watch is locked away in a safe place at the moment.
I suppose they will ask for photos.
Yes they do & the valuation provided is finalised by a physical examination of the watch.Quote:
Originally Posted by spendorman
Blue Parnis today
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I like that one Roy, as I said previously I'm rather fond of a blue dial.
I know what you mean about the state of the battery in a used quartz watch so I've bought some basic tools, case openers, screwdrivers, tweezers etc so I can change the batteries as a matter of course. I've learned that you should use good quality batteries such as Renatta as this reduces the chances of leaks and they generally perform better.
I've got a couple of automatics coming, pictures to follow when they arrive.
Some of the backs are a pig to get off & once you’ve managed that getting the battery out isn’t always plain sailing. I’ve never understood why watchmakers don’t adopt the Swatch idea with a little battery door you just need a coin to get off.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ian7633
Looking forward to seeing the autos and hope the Mondaine turns up soon.
Two nice parnis there
Parni plural? :scratch:Quote:
Originally Posted by struth
Could be worth more than you think. Tudor were a sub-brand of Rolex. https://beckertime.com/blog/whats-th...dor-and-rolex/Quote:
Originally Posted by spendorman
Thank you, that is interesting, I did not know that the movements were different.Quote:
Originally Posted by Barry
Tudor still are. Rolex uses in-house movements, Tudor uses ebauche movements. Still built by Rolex however.Quote:
Originally Posted by Barry
Yay! No date to set
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Black sun
The rotor within the face is part of the self wind mechanism & spins when you move.Quote:
Originally Posted by struth
expensive by looks of it.. :)
Owes me about a ton I think? I’m going to be moving some of my larger Invictas on & replace them with smaller models, the big ones are only comfortable to wear if you can get the bracelet to fit exactly.
I uploaded to Watchfinder this morning some pictures of the Tudor.
Got this reply from them:
"Thank you for your recent enquiry — unfortunately, we won't be making an offer to purchase the watch listed below (reference 2957***) at this time."
My thoughts, not very helpful.
Quite, I'm surprised.Quote:
Originally Posted by spendorman
I was given the watch, must be well over 30 years ago and have no receipt or papers. Perhaps this has something to do with it.
I feel that I should reply to their message, but not sure what to say.
Like yourself I'd be interested to know why, perhaps just ask that?Quote:
Originally Posted by spendorman
Last person I dealt with there was Richard Brockman (richard.brockman@watchfinder.co.uk) when I was making enquiries about trading in one of my Rolexes and he advised me to hang on to it because values were rising.
Thanks Roy, I'll do that now.Quote:
Originally Posted by Roy S
I have just submitted details of the watch to Knightsbridge Watches.
Maybe after I had the Tudor 10 or so years, my neighbour (now late neighbour) a respected jeweller, valued the watch at £600, so this valuation is likely to might be more than 20 years ago.
Another Invicta beast
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This came today, a bit more dressy than I would normally like but the vintage style appealed. And not a battery in sight Roy lol.
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looks quite good.. not seen that one before
Looks ok Ian. Real diamonds? :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Ian7633
Absolutely, nothing but the best. Actually if I'd noticed them in the advert I probably wouldn't have bought it.....tackyQuote:
Originally Posted by Roy S
It's not too bad Ian, just need the matching cufflinks.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ian7633
I have had an email from a nice lady at Watchfinder explaining as to why they were not interested in my old Tudor.
"Good afternoon,
Thank you for your email,
Unfortunately due to the age of your watch it is not a model we purchase.
Thank you for your interest in Watchfinder, sorry we could not be of assistance on this occasion.
Kind regards,"
At least you got an answer but it's odd when you consider they've got this for sale?Quote:
Originally Posted by spendorman
https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Tudor/...56e91a3&rank=1
maybe not happy about lack of papers? odd tho as they sell quite well
Well spotted Roy, you don't miss much!Quote:
Originally Posted by Roy S
I shall respond to the nice lady using this fact.
My response!
"Further to my last email, someone on an internet forum about watches, advised that you are currently offering a watch from the same manufacturer and a similar age.
https://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Tudor/...56e91a3&rank=1
So your reply does not really stack up.
I really would like to get to the bottom of this.
Over to you.
Best regards,"
If I was Arthur Daley, I'd soon have some!Quote:
Originally Posted by struth
I do spend an inordinate amount of time looking at watches on the internet.Quote:
Originally Posted by spendorman
Maybe they'd only accept it as part of a trade in?
Good luck with it anyway Alex.
A good hobby keeps us from other mischief!Quote:
Originally Posted by Roy S
I have had the watch so long, I'm not really bothered about selling, only problem is that I mislaid it a couple of times in the past. I now keep it locked up in a safe place.
Aragon time.
I have a friend who would wet herself if she saw the purple watch, she loves anything purple.
Anyway my latest addition to my small collection comes from the 1970s. It's in really good condition and appears to be keeping very good time. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...ee8031dae3.jpg
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Nice watch but a little small perhaps? 36mm?Quote:
Originally Posted by Ian7633
This one doesn't photograph well
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Classic sub homage
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ive misplaced one of mine..:doh:
I 'lost' a really nice Seiko kinetic a few years back. After an extensive search of the house I gave up looking for it. Recently I was going through some old photos and noticed I was wearing it on a trip into London with a (then) friend who was stopping with me for a few days. I realised that must have been the last time I saw it so I've put 2 and 2 together and come up with thieving bastard.Quote:
Originally Posted by struth
Sounds as if you've probably worked it out. We had a carer here to help look after Mum, when she went we realised, a load of stuff had gone, including the Tissot that my father was given as an army watch when he was in the Royal Engineers as a Major in WW2.
Funnily enough I'd bought this Seiko with my retirement collection so it did hold a certain sentimental value.
Come to think of it, my ancient Sieko is not around, that probably went too.
its my bumblbee... i must have taken it off somewhere.. dunno where tho
Always put mine back in their case when I change watches, lesson learnt from the Seiko incident and the more precious ones are in a safe. I generally keep the room they're in locked as well.
Found it..
Was down side of a chair. 5 days out of date