THE SELLER

If you’re active in the watch community, you will have no doubt heard the phrase, “buy the seller”. Thus, it seems fitting to start here with a small introduction.

I guess I would refer to myself as a collector and enthusiast. I got into watches, in a big way, 7 years ago. Since then I’ve learned a great deal. I’ve watched countless YouTube videos, spent hours on forums, and visited untold number of AD’s and boutiques around the world. I’ve been to live watch events and talked at length with other fellow WIS. I’ve had the privilege of experiencing hundreds of watches first-hand, across many types, brands, and price points.

Throughout this journey, I have purchased close to 150 watches for my collection, selling more than 100 of these watches on to new homes. Being party to well over 200 watch transactions, I think it is fair to say I’ve got some experience. I try to sell watches the way I would like other sellers to do when I am the buyer. I try to make sure that the pictures I provide are above-average, thereby allowing one to get a good look at the cosmetic condition. If I know there are flaws beyond very light normal wear, I will disclose it. If I know of mechanical issues, I will disclose it. Over 100 sales and counting, I have yet to hear from anyone who was disappointed with the condition of the watch they received.

As a result of this selling approach, I have earned perfect feedback on eBay and Watchuseek, now starting to sell on CWC as well. Until Chrono24 implements feedback for private sellers, you will have to take my word for it, but there are dozens of happy buyers there too.

THE WATCH

Oris Aquis Hammerhead

01 752 7733 4183-SET RS

I purchased this watch new in 2022 from an authorized dealer.

I’m selling it because there are just too many watches in the watch boxes these days. I do like this Oris, but it gets just a little less wrist time than some of the others.

Comes full set, box and papers.

Also comes with a, like new, custom Beaver tail strap. The color matches the pop of blue that the second hand brings to the dial. The overall effect is quite striking.

The watch also comes with a brand new, never worn, Oris rubber strap.

There is no warranty left.

Condition
The watch is as close to perfect as I can tell, even under loupe. I don’t think it looks any different than the day it arrived at my doorstep. You can buy with complete confidence.

Measurements
Diameter: 45.5 mm
Thickness: 15.6 mm
Lug-to-Lug: 52.8 mm
Lug Width: 24.0 mm


Specifications
Automatic
Movement: Oris 743 (SW 220-1)
Stainless steel case
Sapphire crystal
Water Resistance: 50 ATM (500 meters)

THE PRICE
I try to price all of my watches fairly. I generally analyze a number of different sources at the time of listing. I price my watches below what you would pay at a (reputable) dealer for a similar watch (age, condition, completeness), realizing that buyers are going to want a small negative premium to buy from a lesser known entity. However, I also balance that with the knowledge that my watches are almost always in “very good” to “like new” condition, and may in fact be as nice, or nicer, than you would find at many dealers (particularly less established ones). As such, I’m not looking to sell below the watch’s true value.

I do consider offers. The market is constantly changing so sometimes a case can be made for a lower price, though not always. I’m happy to discuss it though. That said, making a two-thirds of asking price offer, then sending me a “comparable listing” for a watch being sold by a no feedback account from Moldova is not going to persuade me (yes, I’ve had similar approaches from perspective buyers in the past).

Also of note, you will likely find this watch listed on other platforms. This, as several buyers over the years have wrongly suggested, is not indicative of a scam. It is merely a way to reach a wider pool of buyers. Once funds have cleared, I will be removing all other listings.

You might also notice that pricing differs from platform to platform. This has to do with different commissions. They can range from 0% on a watch forum to 13% on a popular auction site. Feel free to choose the platform you’re comfortable with, just know that the final price will reflect it.

Any questions, feel free to ask. No trades, thank you.