Are pre-owned watches trust-able?

[mike]

As I stated in my previous post, I'm looking for my first luxury watch.
A few members of the forum gave me the advice to go for a pre-owned Omega as my budget was slightly low.
A very pretty Omega caught my attention earlier, the Omega Seamaster Aquaterra Co-Axial 150m.
41.5mm or 38.5mm are both acceptable.
My budget was originally at RM5000, and now it is increased to RM7000.

As the title stated, are pre-owned watches trust worthy?
And also, where can I get a mint-condition Omega Seamaster Aquaterra for RM7000?
 

[Devilzzz44]

One of the best option is to find a local reliable watch shop to get it checked before any transaction. Just my 2cent advice. Cheers.

[dpkong]

Always buy the seller.. authentication is one thing, mechanical reliability is another. There is nothing to stop a seller polishing out a bad dent from a drop and sell the watch off ASAP, passing the problem to the next buyer. A good seller will stand by his sale and correct any unseen defects.

[Sacrifies]

As I stated in my previous post, I'm looking for my first luxury watch.
A few members of the forum gave me the advice to go for a pre-owned Omega as my budget was slightly low.
A very pretty Omega caught my attention earlier, the Omega Seamaster Aquaterra Co-Axial 150m.
41.5mm or 38.5mm are both acceptable.
My budget was originally at RM5000, and now it is increased to RM7000.

As the title stated, are pre-owned watches trust worthy?
And also, where can I get a mint-condition Omega Seamaster Aquaterra for RM7000?
 

I just purchased pre-owned Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch, mint condition as an added bonus. Im happy as a pup with two tails!!

[theseira]

Always buy the seller.. authentication is one thing, mechanical reliability is another. There is nothing to stop a seller polishing out a bad dent from a drop and sell the watch off ASAP, passing the problem to the next buyer. A good seller will stand by his sale and correct any unseen defects.

Got to agree with this. That what I'd do too. 

[Sacrifies]

Always buy the seller.. authentication is one thing, mechanical reliability is another. There is nothing to stop a seller polishing out a bad dent from a drop and sell the watch off ASAP, passing the problem to the next buyer. A good seller will stand by his sale and correct any unseen defects.

[alucard1]

Always request for authentic certification from the seller if possible

[JeepWH]

Ask around about the rep of the dealer first. Then make sure the watch comes with papers.

[jetstrim]

 A savvy buyer would get a good used watch minus box/ papers if he buys the seller.Moreover,watch only deals usually are cheaper.We don 't wear boxes and papers do we?

[terrenceterrence]

Wise words indeed. I do not under stand the allure of box and papers for a mass produced watch that would be used for daily wear. 99.99% watches in production for the past 30-40 years I dare say are not "investment" pieces and ppl who tell you otherwise are lying.

You do not wear the box and papers indeed. Try to get the best in both mechanics and structural for your money instead.

A savvy buyer would get a good used watch minus box/ papers if he buys the seller.Moreover,watch only deals usually are cheaper.We don 't wear boxes and papers do we?

[JeepWH]

Wise words indeed. I do not under stand the allure of box and papers for a mass produced watch that would be used for daily wear. 99.99% watches in production for the past 30-40 years I dare say are not "investment" pieces and ppl who tell you otherwise are lying.

You do not wear the box and papers indeed. Try to get the best in both mechanics and structural for your money instead.

A savvy buyer would get a good used watch minus box/ papers if he buys the seller.Moreover,watch only deals usually are cheaper.We don 't wear boxes and papers do we?

A box and paper will help in the resale value of the watches in future.

[terrenceterrence]

I beg to differ; no BnP, you buy cheaper and would be selling cheaper too if that day ever comes.

With BnP, you buy more dearly and would fetch better price too. So it kind of evens out.

But at the end of the day, the main determine factor of pricing a watch is never the completeness of the set e.g. BnP; it's always the condition of the watch.

I don't know about others, I would take Condition, price and lastly BnP in that order when I am looking to buy.

Wise words indeed. I do not under stand the allure of box and papers for a mass produced watch that would be used for daily wear. 99.99% watches in production for the past 30-40 years I dare say are not "investment" pieces and ppl who tell you otherwise are lying.

You do not wear the box and papers indeed. Try to get the best in both mechanics and structural for your money instead.

A savvy buyer would get a good used watch minus box/ papers if he buys the seller.Moreover,watch only deals usually are cheaper.We don 't wear boxes and papers do we?

A box and paper will help in the resale value of the watches in future.

[JeepWH]

True true, but anyway we are all entitled to our own views.

[dpkong]

Too many opinions on the issue of with/without box and papers and I tend to agree with terrenceterrence. Strange how those who insist on BnP are either newbies or those buying to resell at a later stage. Aren't you buying to enjoy the watch?

I beg to differ; no BnP, you buy cheaper and would be selling cheaper too if that day ever comes.

With BnP, you buy more dearly and would fetch better price too. So it kind of evens out.

But at the end of the day, the main determine factor of pricing a watch is never the completeness of the set e.g. BnP; it's always the condition of the watch.

I don't know about others, I would take Condition, price and lastly BnP in that order when I am looking to buy.

Wise words indeed. I do not under stand the allure of box and papers for a mass produced watch that would be used for daily wear. 99.99% watches in production for the past 30-40 years I dare say are not "investment" pieces and ppl who tell you otherwise are lying.

You do not wear the box and papers indeed. Try to get the best in both mechanics and structural for your money instead.

A savvy buyer would get a good used watch minus box/ papers if he buys the seller.Moreover,watch only deals usually are cheaper.We don 't wear boxes and papers do we?

A box and paper will help in the resale value of the watches in future.

[jetstrim]

Exactly fellas,the whole idea is ditch the notion of resale value and juz buy the watch that speaks to you.many a time,we forget that we buy the watch for our own enjoyment .We should not buy the popular ones that are in demand and can resell well,why buy watches that other people like?

[roystock]

I will only buy watches with papers. Box doesn't matter.
The paper is not for authenticity nor resale value.
Rather, it gives me slight comfort that the previous owner is likely a willing seller rather than someone who lost his watch due to theft or robbery.

Too many opinions on the issue of with/without box and papers and I tend to agree with terrenceterrence. Strange how those who insist on BnP are either newbies or those buying to resell at a later stage. Aren't you buying to enjoy the watch?

I beg to differ; no BnP, you buy cheaper and would be selling cheaper too if that day ever comes.

With BnP, you buy more dearly and would fetch better price too. So it kind of evens out.

But at the end of the day, the main determine factor of pricing a watch is never the completeness of the set e.g. BnP; it's always the condition of the watch.

I don't know about others, I would take Condition, price and lastly BnP in that order when I am looking to buy.

Wise words indeed. I do not under stand the allure of box and papers for a mass produced watch that would be used for daily wear. 99.99% watches in production for the past 30-40 years I dare say are not "investment" pieces and ppl who tell you otherwise are lying.

You do not wear the box and papers indeed. Try to get the best in both mechanics and structural for your money instead.

A savvy buyer would get a good used watch minus box/ papers if he buys the seller.Moreover,watch only deals usually are cheaper.We don 't wear boxes and papers do we?

A box and paper will help in the resale value of the watches in future.

[h.chang]

I would be comfortable to buy a watch from a reputable seller / dealer who issues a receipt. A certificate would be an added bonus.
Just in case the watch has been acquired under dubious circumstances, one would have a document as proof of purchase.

[watzisname]

Good point

I will only buy watches with papers. Box doesn't matter.
The paper is not for authenticity nor resale value.
Rather, it gives me slight comfort that the previous owner is likely a willing seller rather than someone who lost his watch due to theft or robbery.

Too many opinions on the issue of with/without box and papers and I tend to agree with terrenceterrence. Strange how those who insist on BnP are either newbies or those buying to resell at a later stage. Aren't you buying to enjoy the watch?

I beg to differ; no BnP, you buy cheaper and would be selling cheaper too if that day ever comes.

With BnP, you buy more dearly and would fetch better price too. So it kind of evens out.

But at the end of the day, the main determine factor of pricing a watch is never the completeness of the set e.g. BnP; it's always the condition of the watch.

I don't know about others, I would take Condition, price and lastly BnP in that order when I am looking to buy.

Wise words indeed. I do not under stand the allure of box and papers for a mass produced watch that would be used for daily wear. 99.99% watches in production for the past 30-40 years I dare say are not "investment" pieces and ppl who tell you otherwise are lying.

You do not wear the box and papers indeed. Try to get the best in both mechanics and structural for your money instead.

A savvy buyer would get a good used watch minus box/ papers if he buys the seller.Moreover,watch only deals usually are cheaper.We don 't wear boxes and papers do we?

A box and paper will help in the resale value of the watches in future.

[dpkong]

I would be comfortable to buy a watch from a reputable seller / dealer who issues a receipt. A certificate would be an added bonus.
Just in case the watch has been acquired under dubious circumstances, one would have a document as proof of purchase.

This!

That's good enough for sale validation. If the watch was proven as stolen in future, we can always go back to point-of-purchase, assuming of course the shop is still there. Hence, the need to buy the seller.

[eyez98]

with papers would be best i guess, but i have bought before those without papers but from more 'reputable' sellers, which automatically raises the confidence level.

[jetstrim]

Having said that,I have bought complete set watches at "watch only" prices...Now ,tht is a big bonus and it did help that the seller was strapped for cash

[Smaug]

Nothing happen -Yes. Something happen - Regret

[mike]

search has been going on for 2 weeks, and sadly still have no sight of a good aquaterra  might be giving up on the search and get a brand new longines legend diver instead. good buy?