Rolex

So, people tell me HK is Vintage Rolex heaven...true? If anyone has shops for me to hit please let me know. (PM me if we shouldn't post retailers' info)

I'd be looking for something from the '50s or '60s probably. Maybe Explorer I or GMT.

Would be my first Rolex if In could find something...

Kind regards,
Michael

and you are not an expert on vintage pieces,my advice is, tread very very carefully. HK is a horological paradise but doesn't really have the culture for vintage.Authenticity is a major problem and if you are going back to the 50s & 60s,verification and provenance can be problematic. Authentication papers can now be easily altered and replicated.

If it's your first Rolex, why not buy new? It may save you a lot of money and problems in the long run. I understand the allure of vintage Rolex but unless you are or have the help of an expert and a 100% trustworthy seller, the pitfalls far outweigh the advantages IMO.

cheers

fernando

Hi Michael,

I have a few regular haunts for vintage Rolex whenever I visit HK.
They are quite knowledgeable and deal only in legitimate pieces.

Let me know if you are interested and I can PM you their details.

Happy hunting!

I second to fernano's post. Be wary of sellers in Hong Kong.

Buying new would also be recommeded as price difference varies significantly depending on which country you live in, and warranty can be a great incentive. 

I have lived in Hong Kong for a couple of years before and through previous experiences, shop around from well-known/respectable dealers as prices could vary significantly,  which are just a few shops away...

Good luck mate...

This message has been edited by owdi on 2010-11-28 00:07:13