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I was probably a bit naive . .
May 26, 2020,07:02 AM
. . and wanted the watch for itself. I do not recall on offer to return the watch. However I had previously bought another G-P of the same era with its box. That box had aged so badly, the metal of the watch case on contact delaminated and peeled away the faux leather interior. I now appreciate having the box in whatever state makes any watch more attractive. I also note from experience that most watch boxes from 1980's to 2000 deteriorate so much they are useless to house their watches. The faux suede leather was, and still is likely, of very poor quality and not made to last. I have a Rolex from 1930 with its jeweller's box and that is still in good working condition, albeit some of the silk lining at the hinge is now fraying a little.
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Watch without papers?
By: Uncle Chico : May 24th, 2020-00:49
I've been offered a watch I am considering however it comes without papers. I can confirm with the manufacturer that the watch is authentic and has not been reported stolen. I am not concerned about resale value as I buy to wear. I have seen quite a few t...
100% agree. Roughly 10 years old.
By: Uncle Chico : May 24th, 2020-01:28
It has not been reported stolen and I've asked the manufacturer to confirm authenticity based on serial number and photos.
For me, it depends on the brand.
By: Ravenart : May 24th, 2020-02:28
I have purchased Rolex and Panerai before without papers, however higher end brands such as Patek I would not consider without papers. Since you have no thoughts on resale and have checked with the manufacturer that all is well then go for the purchase if...
Always a quest sign?
By: Weems@8 : May 24th, 2020-02:37
Watches without papers. I do not mention it, when a watch is expensive. A watch must be complete, because i like to read the history, reading books, and enjoy warranty. Watches without papers are from owners which are messy. Unorganized messy. Do you buy ...
I prefer papers for resale but.....
By: shafran : May 24th, 2020-02:51
I go by the seller and have bought high end watches without box and papers, the only caveat is that the price should be about 10% below a complete set.
Thanks to All
By: Uncle Chico : May 24th, 2020-03:36
It was a mid-range model from a high end brand. I've decided not to make the compromise tempting as it is. Frankly, I've always had a hard time understanding how one loses the documents associated with what I consider a significant purchase. Best to every...
A quick response from experience
By: chippyfly : May 25th, 2020-05:45
A few years ago I bought a G-P at auction from an international auction house in London. Not expensive but it was advertised to be with box and papers. I won the bid and later, when I went to collect the watch, no associated box or papers could be found. ...
I was probably a bit naive . .
By: chippyfly : May 26th, 2020-07:02
. . and wanted the watch for itself. I do not recall on offer to return the watch. However I had previously bought another G-P of the same era with its box. That box had aged so badly, the metal of the watch case on contact delaminated and peeled away the...