Heads Up! I Saw A Bargain Here! 2019

[Dub Rubb]

SBGV247

Loving the GS pickup. I am planning my last big (and definitely biggest ever) watch purchase right now. I am very torn between Grand Seiko and a Speedy moonwatch. All the GS I like would overlap with watches I already have, but spring drive is just calling to me, and you ain't helping me out!

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NAD

You’re exactly where I was in January. Then I saw a post on WUS that Timeless Luxury had a sale on old logo GSs at 40% off MSRP so I picked up a SBGJ213. I was after a hi beat and was sold on the dial-matching black date wheel, rare for GS. Problem is that craving for a Speedy never went away...

The GS snowflake always calls to me. But, I have the SJE073 which has Zaratsou polishing, a 28,800 movement, a similar dial and is much thinner. Not sure I would want to part with it. The speedy however. . . I have one other mechanical chronograph, the Pogue. I think it fits into my collection better, and then if I get the Bulova lunar pilot, I have ALL the moonwatches!!!

But Man am I a sucker for Seiko. . .

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[peskydonut]

NAD

This came in today, which was perfect because it's also my birthday.

Perfect size!

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Happy birthday!

[peskydonut]

NAD

By the way, for your future questionable purchases, PayPal offers a Prepaid MasterCard:

https://www.paypal-prepaid.com/
https://www.paypal.com/us/smarthelp/art ... AE-faq3394

I really don't know much about this card or how it compares to other prepaid cards, I just came across while trying to decide if I want to use "real" credit card or not.

[atdegs]

Which one?

I can't wait for them to announce the December model! Should be in October.

SBGV247

Loving the GS pickup. I am planning my last big (and definitely biggest ever) watch purchase right now. I am very torn between Grand Seiko and a Speedy moonwatch. All the GS I like would overlap with watches I already have, but spring drive is just calling to me, and you ain't helping me out!

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I’ve also had a FOIS, there’s really no wrong answer. The GS is probably more versatile though.

[yinzburgher]

Yet another price drop on all 7 Eterna Eternity models at Ashford. Use code AFFETM379 to bring the price down to $379. Remember to go through Rakuten to activate 3% cash back. 40mm. Sellita SW200 automatic movement. Click the pic to link.




The link is acting funny for me. Maybe try this one or just search for Eternity in the Ashford search bar and all 7 models should come up.

https://www.ashford.com/us/browse?_dync ... rchBox.jsp

[pgcity]

Can someone verify if this is legitimate?

Seller named everydaydealsince1997 (but seems to have only been on Ebay since March 2019). Has 100% positive feedback.

Listing is for Seiko SARB017 refurbished to new on Ebay going for USD 299.99. 3 available at time of this post but no box/papers. Seems to have sold 129 units of the SARB017's so far. All feedback seems to be listed as "private".

Description states "Condition: Seller Refurbished. (we buy these authentic watches and refurbished them ourselves by replacing the WATCHBAND and CASEBACK with brand new original parts). They look like Brand New. So why pay more money for brand new item where you can buy almost the same condition/quality for cheaper. we provide 6 months warranty, so if you encounter any issue with it, please contact our customer service and we will surely go extra mile to help you out"

Link here https://www.ebay.com/itm/352704379163

[rick blaine]

Needs no introduction:





Invicta Men's Pro Diver Quartz Watch with Stainless Steel Strap, Silver, 20 (Model: 26970)

Case Diameter 40 millimeters

Price: $39.99 & FREE Returns

[nicegator]

Yet another price drop on all 7 Eterna Eternity models at Ashford. Use code AFFETM379 to bring the price down to $379. Remember to go through Rakuten to activate 3% cash back. 40mm. Sellita SW200 automatic movement. Click the pic to link.




The link is acting funny for me. Maybe try this one or just search for Eternity in the Ashford search bar and all 7 models should come up.

https://www.ashford.com/us/browse?_dync ... rchBox.jsp

Am I the only one who finds it ironic that Eterna uses Sellita movement? Not that there's something wrong with it @...

[TheJohnP]

Can someone verify if this is legitimate?

Seller named everydaydealsince1997 (but seems to have only been on Ebay since March 2019). Has 100% positive feedback.

Listing is for Seiko SARB017 refurbished to new on Ebay going for USD 299.99. 3 available at time of this post but no box/papers. Seems to have sold 129 units of the SARB017's so far. All feedback seems to be listed as "private".

Description states "Condition: Seller Refurbished. (we buy these authentic watches and refurbished them ourselves by replacing the WATCHBAND and CASEBACK with brand new original parts). They look like Brand New. So why pay more money for brand new item where you can buy almost the same condition/quality for cheaper. we provide 6 months warranty, so if you encounter any issue with it, please contact our customer service and we will surely go extra mile to help you out"

Link here https://www.ebay.com/itm/352704379163

Off Topic

No familiarity here, but very curious why the caseback would need to be replaced for a refurbishing. Is it because that is where the serial number would be? Are these just being assembled from available parts? I'm suspicious.

[pgcity]

Can someone verify if this is legitimate?

Seller named everydaydealsince1997 (but seems to have only been on Ebay since March 2019). Has 100% positive feedback.

Listing is for Seiko SARB017 refurbished to new on Ebay going for USD 299.99. 3 available at time of this post but no box/papers. Seems to have sold 129 units of the SARB017's so far. All feedback seems to be listed as "private".

Description states "Condition: Seller Refurbished. (we buy these authentic watches and refurbished them ourselves by replacing the WATCHBAND and CASEBACK with brand new original parts). They look like Brand New. So why pay more money for brand new item where you can buy almost the same condition/quality for cheaper. we provide 6 months warranty, so if you encounter any issue with it, please contact our customer service and we will surely go extra mile to help you out"

Link here https://www.ebay.com/itm/352704379163

Off Topic

No familiarity here, but very curious why the caseback would need to be replaced for a refurbishing. Is it because that is where the serial number would be? Are these just being assembled from available parts? I'm suspicious.

Excellent point sir. Thanks.

[DrChimRichalds]

Longines Hydroconquest - a watch I lust after, on sale at Lord and Taylor for $810 including tax minus cashback. I had a hard time finding anything else at a reasonable price

https://www.lordandtaylor.com/longines- ... ID=mQ5xou0

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[BostonCharlie]

NAD

By the way, for your future questionable purchases, PayPal offers a Prepaid MasterCard:

https://www.paypal-prepaid.com/
https://www.paypal.com/us/smarthelp/art ... AE-faq3394

I really don't know much about this card or how it compares to other prepaid cards, I just came across while trying to decide if I want to use "real" credit card or not.

Maybe I'm wrong, but I figure that a credit card is preferable to cash-like (or debit) cards for purchases from questionable sellers. I figure that the cc company has a strong interest in detecting fraud, and it seems like they are pretty good about protecting the buyer. I'm not speaking from first-hand experience, however. But I've heard stories where when fraud is afoot, the cc company will take the hit and shield the buyer if that's what it comes to. I would be interested to learn if I'm totally off base, here. OTOH, if you end up having to get a new cc number, that would be a hassle. Good reason to have a few different cards, I guess.

[aeroman5]

Drop has the Boldr Venture Titanium Field Watch for $99. This might persuade me to buy my first watch from them.

https://drop.com/buy/bldr-field-watch

SPECS
BOLDR
Case material: Solid aerospace-grade titanium
Movement: ETA 802.102 Swiss-made quartz movement
Battery life: Up to 36 months
Crystal: Flat sapphire crystal with inner-side anti-reflective coating
Crown: Push-pull with custom embossed BOLDR logo
Dial: Matte dial with printed indexes with Superlume
Hands: Customs hands with Superlume
Strap: NATO canvas strap with titanium buckle with etched logo
Strap width: 20 mm
Case thickness: 11 mm
Case width: 38 mm
Lug size: 20 mm
Lug to lug: 45 mm
Caseback: Screw-down solid titanium caseback with embossed limited-edition artwork
Water resistance: 100 m (330 ft)
INCLUDED
Information card
Warranty card
Watch pouch

[peskydonut]

NAD

By the way, for your future questionable purchases, PayPal offers a Prepaid MasterCard:

https://www.paypal-prepaid.com/
https://www.paypal.com/us/smarthelp/art ... AE-faq3394

I really don't know much about this card or how it compares to other prepaid cards, I just came across while trying to decide if I want to use "real" credit card or not.

Maybe I'm wrong, but I figure that a credit card is preferable to cash-like (or debit) cards for purchases from questionable sellers. I figure that the cc company has a strong interest in detecting fraud, and it seems like they are pretty good about protecting the buyer. I'm not speaking from first-hand experience, however. But I've heard stories where when fraud is afoot, the cc company will take the hit and shield the buyer if that's what it comes to. I would be interested to learn if I'm totally off base, here. OTOH, if you end up having to get a new cc number, that would be a hassle. Good reason to have a few different cards, I guess.

That's a good point. I've been pondering that myself. There's also a $4.95 monthly fee, at least for the PP card. No thanks.

Something like a Virtual Credit Card may be a better option, though again I'm not speaking from experience.

https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-card ... edit-card/

If anyone has insight, please chime in.

[BostonCharlie]

NAD

By the way, for your future questionable purchases, PayPal offers a Prepaid MasterCard:

https://www.paypal-prepaid.com/
https://www.paypal.com/us/smarthelp/art ... AE-faq3394

I really don't know much about this card or how it compares to other prepaid cards, I just came across while trying to decide if I want to use "real" credit card or not.

Maybe I'm wrong, but I figure that a credit card is preferable to cash-like (or debit) cards for purchases from questionable sellers. I figure that the cc company has a strong interest in detecting fraud, and it seems like they are pretty good about protecting the buyer. I'm not speaking from first-hand experience, however. But I've heard stories where when fraud is afoot, the cc company will take the hit and shield the buyer if that's what it comes to. I would be interested to learn if I'm totally off base, here. OTOH, if you end up having to get a new cc number, that would be a hassle. Good reason to have a few different cards, I guess.

That's a good point. I've been pondering that myself. There's also a $4.95 monthly fee, at least for the PP card. No thanks.

Something like a Virtual Credit Card may be a better option, though again I'm not speaking from experience.

https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-card ... edit-card/

If anyone has insight, please chime in.

I started a new thread here:

Paying Online: Best Practices -- how to max benefits, min fraud