Techniques for Getting the Best Watch for the Best Price

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  • @Nobiggiesal
    @Nobiggiesal Рік тому +5

    There are a lot great deals to have if people are willing to put a little extra effort in their research. The secondary market tends to be the best for cost savings, and doing a little extra research on the seller can be just as important as the watch itself. Thanks for sharing Bill! Hope you have a festive Holiday season!

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Exactly, Big Sal .. but more important is learning about watches, horology, the watch market ought to be things we find fun! Not a chore. I've stayed up waaaay too late just rooting around learning about some obscure movement or feature. Merry 🎅 Take care, Bill

  • @russellalfonso2962
    @russellalfonso2962 Рік тому +2

    I slowed greatly in my watch consumption. But I have been fortunate for a few reasons. Spend a lot of time hunting and be constant in your search. Be ready to move fast. I got an 18k vintage IWC dress watch and a 1950s or 60s Rolex Royal Precision. Both in great condition and priced at a 1000.00 each. But you need to put in the search time and have lots of patience.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Good research pays off in better prices and better watches! Sounds like you tapped both advantages, Russell! Take care, Bill

  • @xpdchief7698
    @xpdchief7698 Рік тому +1

    Great video Bill. I'm always amazed at how easily you can take a subject that may be a little complex and explain it in a way that is easy for us to understand and use in our watch collecting journey.
    Best regards, Brian

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      It helps to strip off the hyperbole, Brian, and focus of how things actually get done and in what context. Take care, Bill

  • @Javi_C
    @Javi_C Рік тому

    Thanks Dr.! Stay safe in this winter weather.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Javi! What's Christmas without a Bomb Cyclone? Take care, Bill

  • @thomasa.243
    @thomasa.243 Рік тому +3

    Hi Bill, the primary and secondary markets are kind of moving together. I remember a couple of years ago Nomos Glashütte started something interesting. They said: "Ok, instead of fighting the gray market, we supply them ourselves. And we open our own online store." Watches that were less popular, maybe B-Stock, etc. were given to the "gray market" and special models were sold through their own store. And then all the brick and mortar ADs were really "pissed off". Some of them even stopped working together with Nomos. Granted, they were not dependent on Nomos for their businesses and if it would have been Rolex switching the strategy, they would think and say differently. Take care and Merry Christmas 🎄

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Hi Thomas, that is interesting that Nomos used the secondary market outlets for some models over their ADs; however, some day in the not too distant future, the brick and mortar store may go the way of all the Barnes & Nobel shops that used to dot the mall and Tower Records giant shops. Merry 🎅 Take care, Bill

  • @mohamedalketbi2326
    @mohamedalketbi2326 Рік тому +1

    Bill I have a question, If masses on escapement wheel are result of a watchmaker regulation process , why does VC manual winding caliber 4400 AS does not have them ? Are these consider con against VC watchmaking ?

  • @dingwen1
    @dingwen1 Рік тому +1

    Dear Mr. Sanders, thanks for all the great content, great work, watched most of your videos, I have recently purchased one of Lyrique N1 through my dealer in China, looking forward recieving the timepiece, thanks again for all the good work

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      That's interesting. Who's the dealer, Dingwen1? Take care, Bill

    • @dingwen1
      @dingwen1 Рік тому +1

      @@watchartsci Happy new year Bill, I recieved the watch and its so beautifully done, I cannot stop wearing and stearing at it, thank you for making this timepiece. I understand you guys have an agreement of not selling the watch under cetain amount of money, I am based in Beijing and got my first 'independent' watch, an ice blue dial Laurent Ferrier micro motor, on a Chinese online marketplace, got to know the dealer online, he is a friend of Lyrique group, he helped me to get the watch.
      My name is David, a young man working in finance, just got into watch collection, I have learnt a great deal of watch collection through your channel, thank you, I love Lyrique N1, will wear and care for it, please do not worry about that. appreciate everything you have done

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      @@dingwen1 David who did you get your Étude N°1 from? Thanks and Happy New Year, Bill

    • @dingwen1
      @dingwen1 Рік тому

      @@watchartsci I got it through a dealer I got to know online, sorry I don't have a name, he is not one of the 50 people, he knows one of the guys, I don't know whom that person is.

  • @AbdulRWatches
    @AbdulRWatches Рік тому +1

    Great deals to those who research, thanks Bill for the always informative videos.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Hey Abdul, yes, if not for the pure joy of doing research, a collector should do it for finding the best deal on a watch. Take care, Bill

    • @AbdulRWatches
      @AbdulRWatches Рік тому +1

      @@watchartsci Agree, research is a lot of fun for many people, including me. But it will save money for the ones that don't enjoy it as well 😁

  • @cos-9113
    @cos-9113 Рік тому +1

    The secondary market can be very good when currency values are changine. When the dollar value went up against the Euro and Swiss Franc because the FED raised interest rates, the ADs didn’t change the price. But on the secondary market companies were able to get watches cheaper, buying in Europe, and pass on some savings (obviously this doesn’t work for high demand watches like Rolex, PP, and AP, but does for very high quality but lower demand watches).

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Hey Cos, thanks for the info! Take care, Bill

  • @cedarcanoe
    @cedarcanoe Рік тому +1

    That Bradley Taylor (Can) watch design is stunning

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Hi Erik, I've just seen pictures of it and it does look good. Merry 🎅 Take care, Bill

    • @cedarcanoe
      @cedarcanoe Рік тому

      @@watchartsci all sold out unfortunately

  • @JogieGlenMait16
    @JogieGlenMait16 Рік тому +1

    hi, bill. i can see you have a lot of high horology pieces. what are the tips can you give to service these pieces in the future or even tips for servicing "regular" watches. thanks.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Jogie, I rotate my collection and so each watch is only used one or two times a fortnight. I let them unwind fully and take good care of them. When they "tell me" they need service, I just send them in. My best tip is, know your watch and don't send it in for service on a suggested timeframe... pay attention of how you use and only get service when needed. Take care Bill

  • @kesselbrenner
    @kesselbrenner Рік тому +1

    The Hermes is a great deal at the secondary market as long as you can tolerate their over branding on the movement plates.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Kessel... I know what you mean about the 'over-branding' by Hermès. Take care, Bill

  • @malverde5883
    @malverde5883 Рік тому

    Great video!
    I get really confused by the calander , world time and chronograph model numbers from patek.
    Is there there any site / video which kind of clarifies it and directs towards good buys in secondary market for different models... like under 30k price point for a decent patek with a decent patek complication.
    Thankyou very much!

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      What calendar and what watch Malverde? Take care, Bill

  • @John-g1v8s
    @John-g1v8s Рік тому +1

    Just discovered your site, fascinating, very educational, im just beginning, and refreshing to get away from the usual comparisons to you know who, which to me seems more like moneymaking than a hobby. Looking forward to your videos Bill.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Welcome aboard, Kj A! The more you learn about horology, the less you'll spend on poor watches and the more you'll have for good one. Take care, Bill

  • @TimG--
    @TimG-- Рік тому +2

    Market Dropping big time !!!! Love it. Don’t sell watches. So don’t care.
    Nice video mate 🥃

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      I have a few to sell to get different watches ... which will fall in price as well, Tim. Merry 🎅 Take care, Bill

  • @h111551
    @h111551 Рік тому +1

    With the strong dollar, buying new Grand Seikos direct from Japan gave you an approximate 30 percent discount before sales taxes (although this favorable currency arbitrage will not continue indefinitely). I admit to being a Jomashop and Shopworn junky. Both sellers feature new old stock and permit returns if you a watch that doesn’t fit. I have had enough experiences to state that both sellers stand behind what they sell, although Jomashop is larger and less personal than Shopworn. Although I obviously like bargains, the watches of independents like Habring, RGM and others like Stefan Ketelaars are often not to be had at bargain prices in the secondary markets and one should ultimately be more interested in getting a more bespoke and even customized watch instead of worrying about savings. While the longer and more frequently an independent produces watches, the more likely one might find them in the secondary market but often the pricing is higher so the only benefit is being able to acquire the watch sooner than waiting for your reference to be made. But you miss out on customization options and the special joy of directly communicating with the watchmaker on various options and selections. One often overlooked sources of preowned watches are new watch ADs who have opened vintage and preowned departments and brick and mortar vintage and preowned sellers like Second Time Around. As for the ADs, you can go in and try before you buy. They tend to buy discriminately, often from collectors or(if deceased) collectors’ families and often are dealing in watches of which they were the original sellers. They prescreen and service what they sell before offering it to the public and they tend to stand behind what they sell. I would rather pay a little more to brick and mortar sellers than on preowned watches bought online even though Chrono24’s escrow arrangement is comforting. Everybody has to find what works best for them which sometimes requires learning from the school of hard knocks of which I am a graduate.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Definitely a boon right now for Seiko lovers, Howard. Take care, Bill

  • @HarryJoiner
    @HarryJoiner Рік тому +1

    WatchBox is excellent. I’ve bought product from them before and had a fantastic experience. Highly recommended.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      I like them too, Harry, but usually a less pricey option. Take care, Bill

    • @HarryJoiner
      @HarryJoiner Рік тому

      @@watchartsci Very trustworthy and the service is first rate. A while back I bought a watch from them, had it in my possession for 24 hours, changed my mind about the watch, then sent it back to them and ordered something else. They had no qualms with that. I’d rather just buy from a seller who can give me what I want rather than keep a lesser watch that will haunt my safe forever.

  • @PhillyHank
    @PhillyHank Рік тому +1

    IIRC, Metalem makes dials for Philippe Dufour. Wow! I love Simplicity’s dial and even if the timepiece parts were lower quality I’d be fine. i.e., a Metalem dial on a +-10 seconds / day watch would suit me fine! 😂

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Yep, here is is Henry: thekeystone.com/products/philippe-dufour-white-gold-simplicity-watch-with-original-box-and-papers?variant=30900445249672 The Simplicity 37mm. Take care, Bill

  • @robertjureit2574
    @robertjureit2574 Рік тому

    How does one,BUY your watch .Lyrique, today. And what’s the current price? Thanks

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Robert, the best place to look is eBay and Chrono24 where some have been up for sale. They sold out quickly; sorry man. Take care, Bill

  • @PhillyHank
    @PhillyHank Рік тому

    Wow, this is one of the most informative and educational site for timepiece lovers. I’m very new to the hobby, and I’ve been studying, reading, educating myself for the past year, but the gaps in my learning are often filled with this site. Also, when I want to go deeper on a subtopic this is where the insight is. Thabk you. I wonder if you should begin accepting charitable donations to continue the site? Maybe use the money to buy other watches and review them? idk. just an idea.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Henry, glad you've found and joined us! Take care, Bill

    • @PhillyHank
      @PhillyHank Рік тому

      👍🏾

  • @burkholdst.rudderberg3574
    @burkholdst.rudderberg3574 Рік тому +2

    As far as Grey Market goes, Grey Market watches are authentic watches made at the authentic factory; they are, however, lacking a U.S. WARRANTY! ( Let's not forget, Amazon does sell Grey Market watches - be careful! ) My advice on buying Pre-owned ( non-quartz ) watches: NEVER buy a watch where you cannot see the movement - at least a crisp photo of a movement. ( If the seller is too lazy to photograph the movement, or too lazy to purchase an inexpensive case opening tool so as to allow them to photograph the movement, DO NOT buy their questionable watch! When looking at the movement, always examine the screws on the bridges, and elsewhere, for abuse. A regulator way out of center ( too fast or too slow ) is a sign the watch needs service yesterday - and someone has been in there! ( It is safe to assume any used watch will need servicing sooner than a new watch. ) My best advice: research, research, research; if you are very familiar with the workings of a watch ( even though, like me, your terminology may be off kilter ) you will be hard to take advantage of! HAVE FUN!

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Good advice Mr. Rudderberg, but keep in mind that the "gray" market is less descriptive and accurate than "Secondary" market.😉 Take care, Bill

  • @andrei2023
    @andrei2023 Рік тому

    Great video 👏👏👏

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Hey Andrei, thanks man! Take care, Bill

  • @russellalfonso2962
    @russellalfonso2962 Рік тому +1

    According to Urban Gentry, the Citizen Pro Master Diver was used for over 10 years by the Italian Navy. He also claimed the watch was tested by the Italian Navy to a depth of 500 meters and it passed. The watch is inexpensive.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Russell, Citizen (somewhat like Seiko) is able to mass produce some really excellent watches at affordable prices. Take care, Bill

  • @ஓம்நமசிவாய-ட9வ

    Sir, wouldn’t you be owning like 100+ watches. How do you manage to pay for servicing all of them? Can you please do a video on how much it cost to service a mechanical watch on an average? Thank you so much.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      I don't own more watches than I can service and it's nowhere near 100, User. Service when needed and rotate and use. Take care, Bill

  • @tacomn
    @tacomn Рік тому

    Are you going to head another group buy project?

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      We'll see Dbadal... keep an eye on 'Pure Horology' (FB Page) for announcements. Take care, Bill

    • @tacomn
      @tacomn Рік тому +1

      @@watchartsci Well thank you Bill, really cool you did that in the past.
      What do you think of the Christopher Ward Bel Canto and the M.A.D.1? Both having. Obvious connections to MB&F or drawing notes from

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      @@tacomn I generally like CW and while the MAD1 is fun (and very popular)... I'd rather have the MB&F ...[which, unfortunately, I cannot afford.]. Take care, Bill

  • @watches5031
    @watches5031 Рік тому

    Boss Bill, thank you once again. Happy Holidays.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Same to you! Watches 5031 ... looking forward to a great 2023! Take care, Bill

  • @johnnyarsenault9124
    @johnnyarsenault9124 Рік тому

    Wishing you & family the best Holydays 🥳🎄👍🎉

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Happy holidays! Merry 🎅John and looking forward to a new and watch-filled new year! Take care, Bill

  • @sabeaniebaby
    @sabeaniebaby Рік тому +1

    Why is it that some manufacturers will sell their watches directly to the consumer/end user, via their websites (eg Glycine), but they are then available via other websites, also new, at significantly reduced prices (eg, Ashford). This always seems so backwards to me.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      The watch industry is always in flux ... we can watch the peaks and valleys of the wave and buy during valleys and save during peaks, Sabine. Take care, Bill

    • @PhillyHank
      @PhillyHank Рік тому +1

      One reason for reduced prices is the 3rd party is buying in bulk / high volumes. Ok, but why have two websites with two different watch prices? The original manufacturer can opine their “higher priced” version comes with 1st party guarantees like free service, or access to limited batch runs, or a more liberal return policy. The watch manufacturers need to know a certain % of the watches will sell to make the product profitable (or profitable enough) to keep the business going. Hope this helps.

    • @PhillyHank
      @PhillyHank Рік тому

      BTW, this often happens with Amazon (in the reverse way). Amazon is the 3rd party and they charge more than the original manufacturer’s price on their own website. But, I’m ok with paying up to 5-10% more with Amazon since Ik (I hope 😮) Amazon is more secure, they already have my contact info, etc.

    • @sabeaniebaby
      @sabeaniebaby Рік тому +1

      @@PhillyHank Interesting. Here I am, doing my best to NOT give Jeff Bezos any money. 😂

    • @sabeaniebaby
      @sabeaniebaby Рік тому +1

      @@PhillyHank Thanks. Appreciate it.

  • @obud3777
    @obud3777 Рік тому +3

    A more realistic view in my opinion is:
    Primary market
    Secondary market
    Fraudulent market
    Rolex Authorized dealers (Selling new Rolex watches as used watches for double the price and less warranty) Biggest scam artists on earth

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Ouch! O Bud ... I'm afraid you're right, though! Take care, Bill

  • @obesetuna3164
    @obesetuna3164 Рік тому

    Merry Xmas Bill.

  • @dominickcolasanto6582
    @dominickcolasanto6582 Рік тому

    Bill, I'm with you get the most for your dollar! It takes a little work on the net just like a treasure hunt from your favorite chair. Great finds excellent video thanks! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!!.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому +1

      Hey Dom! Thanks man! (Anyone who doesn't stay up waaaay tooo late learning about watches should collect 'Pet Rocks' instead.. ) Merry 🎅! Take care, Bill

  • @jimflynn5105
    @jimflynn5105 Рік тому +1

    Hi Bill and Merry Christmas. Sometimes a cheeky offer works out. I found a Patek Calatrava Travel Time in rose gold on Ebay yesterday previously up for £14,450 but reduced to £12,450. I made an offer For £12,000 ($14,500) which they accepted. No box or papers but just had a Patek service so in good order. It will go through the the authenticator before it gets to me so i still have a bit of a wait before I see it in person but what a great buy! I have had other good buys on Ebay in the past such as the Cartier Tank Extra Fine I'm wearing now, a Tank Divan and a Tank Americaine.

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Good move, Jim. Sometimes people really need the money, and a lo-ball will often work. Beautiful watch you're getting. Take care, Bill

  • @101beirut
    @101beirut Рік тому +1

    Parmagiani sounds like cheese. Change the darn name!!🤭

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Beirut...of all of the dumb things to say in a watch forum, you choose one of the most banal you could dream up. Learn something about horology so you won't have to make childish statements. Get going and don't come back until you have something informative about watches. Take care, Bill

  • @juniorjohnson5961
    @juniorjohnson5961 Рік тому

    Thanks Bill
    Hope your staying warm
    It's 3 degrees here in Michigan ❄️ Merry Christmas ⛄

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Yikes!!! That's cold!😱 Here's we're at a toasty 55° with wind and rain as part of a Bomb Cyclone. Later today, it's supposed to drop to near Zero 🥶 ... Merry 🎅 Take care, Bill

  • @MaLugLo
    @MaLugLo Рік тому

    Thanks for the thorough summary. Now, I have to find ten friends !!!!

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      MaLugLo, you can start on the Pure Horology FB page. Good luck in starting up! Great movements are at the heart of every great watch. Take care, Bill

  • @YongJoonPaek
    @YongJoonPaek Рік тому +1

    Bill, if you keep making these videos, these deals will be no longer!! haha

    • @watchartsci
      @watchartsci  Рік тому

      Too late Yong! I keep shooting myself in the foot... Take care, Bill