Tips for Investing in a luxury Pre-Owned Rolex

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If you want to buy a Rolex watch as an investment but don’t want to wait for an age for a new one at the dealer, you might consider buying a pre-owned one. Do you want to get the best deal on a pre-owned Rolex? Keep reading this used Rolex buying guide for top tips on investing in a Rolex that isn’t simply “buy low, sell high.” Because of this, these tips are also helpful for buying watches other than Rolexes.
The first thing you need to do before buying a pre-owned Rolex is to research who you will be buying the watch from. If you are looking for a specific model that is not widely available, you may not have that many options. A specialist dealer like Watches of Wales is more likely to be familiar with the endless variations of watches Rolex has produced over the years and is more likely to find one for you.

Some Rolex replica watches have been modified with aftermarket parts. These are often used to make up color combinations that Rolex never offered, such as the red dial and red bezel on the Submariner 16610. If you are unsure, you must seek expert advice on these watches. It is possible that these parts are not of high quality or that the watch they are based on is fake. Also, if you do purchase one of these modified watches, Rolex will not service it.
With vintage watches, condition and original parts are fundamental. A vintage Rolex watch that is sent back to the factory for service may end up with replacement parts, such as the dial, which is an important factor in the watch’s value. In this case, it may be beneficial to find a specialist who can repair that particular model, even if they are not brand-certified, just as you might be with a classic, exotic car.

It would be best if you always worked with a brand-approved service because you will only have original parts for your the best replica watches in the world. Some people have their Rolex repaired or serviced at unauthorized service centers, which can lead to the use of cheaper non-Rolex parts.
Another thing you must do when you buy a pre-owned Rolex is to get an estimate. This will ensure that you do not have any surprises when you buy a Rolex. The information you get in the appraisal, including the serial number, retail replacement value, etc., is also important when you are insuring your Rolex.
When looking for a dealer, you can ask them to provide a free appraisal to ensure that you don’t spend too much money on a used Rolex. You should know that Rolex does not offer appraisals; any appraisal service is purely provided by the dealer and is not a guarantee by Rolex of the authenticity of the watch.

Former Philippine President Ferdinand E. Marcos’ Patek Philippe watch

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The Rolex 12 is the collective name of President Ferdinand E. Marcos’ 12 closest and most powerful advisors during the period of martial law in the Philippines from 1972 to 1981. In the latter years of his second elected term, Marcos conspired with various leaders of the military and Philippine police. The aim was for Marcos to gain full authoritarian control of the country during the declaration of martial law in 1972. Marcos empowered the military leadership during martial law and took over the jobs of elected officials and court judges.

The name Rolex 12 comes from a widely circulated story and some sources that each of the associates received a Rolex watch from Marcos himself, although this remains unconfirmed. Some believe that these gifts were actually Omega replica swiss watches, but despite this confusion, the Rolex 12 name stuck and is still used to refer to these 12 Marcos associates, some of whom fled with Marcos when he and his family left the Philippines in 1986, while others like Enrile and Ramos played a role in the coup against Marcos.

We believe the watch was a gift from his beloved Imelda. on his 58th birthday on September 11, 1975. The watch was later given to one of the 12 Rolex men who fled to the United States and was sold to a pawn store or jewelry buyer.
In 2009, an American citizen came to Tourneau in New York City with the watch, valued at $11,000. He kept the watch and sent it to Patek Philippe for a movement overhaul in 2013. He contacted me, knowing that I was a watch blogger and enjoyed owning this precious watch, and we built up discussions about selling the watch over a 7-year period from 2013 to 2018. Due to tax and logistical considerations, we did find an opportunity for me to purchase the watch directly from his wife for a certain amount at a law firm in the middle of the busy city of Makati. I was very surprised.
This Patek Philippe is made entirely of 18 carat white gold with a smooth and fine mesh strap. A stunning rising sun anthracite dial. Length is an uncut 7.75 inches. Hand-wound movement. ref 3528-3. with Patek archival documentation. This watch was produced by Patek Philippe in 1971.

A watch that was made 51 years ago, but is not at all outdated in shape or size for a formal replica designer watches. Of course, its value is not just the watch itself, but the commemorative value of the most powerful man in the Philippines in the 80s. And, most importantly, it is a Patek Philippe.
We would like to sell it at a public auction and hope to donate no less than a certain large portion of 50% to a Philippine charity after all administration fees and auction commissions are deducted. I believe this is one of the former president’s contributions to the Filipino people.