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Post by thebunnyhauntsme on Nov 21, 2007 18:04:27 GMT -5
Thanks for that answer...I guess I know this in my heart of hearts. Perhaps what I should really do is wait six months and see if I still want the watch as much as I do now. That is how I bought my last two, and the love affair has not faded... By the way, another advantage to waiting is the falling price. The Orient is now over a grand cheaper than it was through some Japanese sellers. item.rakuten.co.jp/montlibro/we0021ja/
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Post by Knight Watchman on Nov 22, 2007 0:12:02 GMT -5
thebunnyhauntsme, Even if it becomes a desirable collectible in 20 years time, when you take inflation into account you still lose money. You have to buy it because that it YOUR watch. Your being in Japan might allow you to see a different market than us in the US and Europe. Is sounds like the Orient has captured your attention so that is the one to get. I have no doubt that the Orient will function well for the next 50 years with proper servicing. These high end pieces are good pretty much forever with servicing. Over the long term (10, 20, 30 years), I don't see you losing much if anything. In ten years that watch new will be 20-40% more expensive at the minimum with inflation. Your pre-loved model will take the immediate hit of being used, but then flatten out in a few years and potentially appreciate in value if the new one's cost increases. Also, I believe the world of WIS is waking up to Royal Orient (and to a larger extend Grand Seiko). More enthusiasts means more demand. You very well might list your watch in 10 years and find people in Brazil, China, or Dubai bidding for it. You never know, which is why I believe it is important to first and foremost love the watch. I absolutely agree with you 100% Some people, like JBHII, love Rolex because of how the watch maintains or even increases in value over the years. For me, watch collecting is not an investment; it's a passion. The quality between these two watches is extremely close; you buy the one that floats your boat! BTW guys, we normally do not allow linking to a non-sponsor, but I will let this one stay because there is no way this guy is going to sell or ship to anyone outside of Japan. In fact, I will give you one of JBH's Rolex if they even answer any of your e-mails! ;D I don't know if John would agree to this, but Boscoe told me that he would.
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Post by thebunnyhauntsme on Nov 22, 2007 9:24:05 GMT -5
I'm in Japan, but have a different passport. Can I still have the Rolex if I can get the Orient watch sent to me?
Hmm...seems unfair. I'll settle for a nice, simple Journe Resonance or Octa Chrono.
Sorry for posting the link, and I will be more careful about site rules in future. Eeeek!
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Post by chaibill on Nov 23, 2007 23:09:17 GMT -5
i like both but the orient looks a little bit nicer on the dial and the case back if it were a spring drive i would go with the spring drive
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Post by skipperscott on Nov 24, 2007 0:41:17 GMT -5
hi guys! I am new. I would like to know best watches which are very famous watches models in Casio,G shock, Flying tiger,Geneve. Please Post your reviews. Thanks
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Post by wilfreb on Nov 25, 2007 17:52:39 GMT -5
the orient for me, just love the caseback.
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Post by talktime on Nov 27, 2007 8:31:11 GMT -5
I chose the grand Seiko.
I like the durability of the Seiko divers, and the Seikos have better lume.
They also have a good track record, and good brand recognition.
A world-wide repair network is nice too...
The 'stealth' of the watch is nice- "oh, it's just a Seiko", so it won't get stolen as fast as my 1/2 the cost Omega GMT...
But, for the record, I'd never wear it. It's not to my taste.
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Post by eddie on Nov 27, 2007 19:49:32 GMT -5
Have to say is very, very close, the GS is just sweet, very classy still the RO would be my choice
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