FabR
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Hi Kev, as advised by the Captain, if you want to buy from a grey dealer, the good old "buy the seller" is always the first rule to follow.
Thanks for not disclosing the dealer's name publicly, as we do not host dealer reviews (grey or otherwise) on our forum. It's not a direction we want to take, and for obvious reasons, it just wouldn't be scalable.
You provided enough information (your and the dealer's locations) for members familiar with dealers in either area to give you feedback in private, if they so wish, under your and their responsibility. I'm leaving the thread visible but I'm locking it. Thanks for your understanding.
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Quick question to all
I am looking for a Patek that is lo longer produced so only choice is to on secondary market. My question is…considering the amounts would you have any tips wrt to vetting whether the company listed is actually trustworthy please ? I mean, there are revie...
I’d suggest…
That you let us know which part of the world you are in then perhaps Purists who know retailers in the region can DM you with any personal suggestions. I don’t know if this within the forum rules but no doubt one of our lovely moderators will let us know ...
Hello Kev…
This is a very difficult situation to advise you on as you will need to make the buying decision based on may factors. I would prefer it if you didn’t name the seller openly in this post. My advice is to “buy the seller” and keep your wits about you. If y...
Hi Kev, as advised by the Captain, if you want to buy from a grey dealer, the good old "buy the seller" is always the first rule to follow.
Thanks for not disclosing the dealer's name publicly, as we do not host dealer reviews (grey or otherwise) on our forum. It's not a direction we want to take, and for obvious reasons, it just wouldn't be scalable. You provided enough information (your and...
It may be possible for the seller to send you the piece before payment . . .
. . . although the reverse is usually the case. Visiting the seller face-to-face is also a good way to fully review their bonafides. Arranging the meet-up logistics usually requires several points where red flags can go up. If you see one red flag, call o...
