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  • Is 10.4k an unreasonable price for a late 2010 IWC Big Pilot that needs polishing?

    Thread title aside, I must be watching too much movies but let's see how many movie references I can cram into this cautionary tale.
    It's not sex, lies and videotape though but it ain't no toy story also.

    Received an indecent proposal for my Big Pilot from a chap in this broken city.

    This chap is was a serious man who knew too much and likened himself to seasoned watchmen who also knew the importance of being earnest, stating he was a sincere goodfella in the neverending stories buyers love to tell.

    However, like a clockwork orange, he noted that from the pics, he saw my watch was not cosmetically flawless and began an insidious conjuring of about 300 imperfections in my watch like it was fair game and knocked it down with a low G Force offer of 9k, proclaiming like one of 12 angry men that I had knocked up my asking price of 10.4k to the vertical limits for a watch that seems to have suffered 400 blows.

    Politely declining his offer, I told him to get another IWC like the 3777 on bracelet but he would not accept the substitute and insisted it was the big pilot he wanted. I replied that with his fistful of dollars offer, the 3777 was as good as it gets but he could get my Big Pilot for more than a few dollars more.

    Now something wicked this way comes and I realized this chap was not one of the usual suspects of low offerers.

    In what would be a twister, he asked about the selling price of the Big Pilot and I replied the list price in excess of 22k. Then the entrapment ensued, claiming that he knows the selling price after discount is about 16k.(note: If he knew what the selling price was, why bother asking me?)

    I gave him a reply that we're both no angels, my price of 10k odd is still reasonable for a sweet november 2010 timepiece whose warranty has expired in 2012, do have a think about it at my asking range and to let me know if he was still keen on purchasing.

    But his next response shocked the living daylights out of me. Now, I have been called many things in my life but his next response made me feel like a naked gun, the final insult.

    In the last message, he replied: "I m not keen. Your watch not original anyway. Good luck. Try selling it to newbie. Night"

    Like the affliction that affected Bro Leofender83 less than thirteen days ago, I became the accused; of being a one of many matchstickmen; a conman where only newbies and the men who stare at goats would buy my 'fake' big pilot at a vertigo inducing price of 10.4k!

    Dazed and confused, I got a little brassed off and thanked him for his wishes but told him to be careful of his allegations that my watch was not the right stuff without inspecting my watch.

    I wished him good night and good luck in his hunt for a IWC Big Pilot at 9k and went to watch a movie in cinema paradiso!

    I didn't mind his low offer, in fact, I'm guilty as sin, I must make some true confessions myself but we do so cordially; to those bros I have lowballed before, please accept my apologies as I head to the twilight of an incredible journey of watch collection.

    This episode might be my retribution but also let this serve as a cautionary tale that a recently banned member who accused bro leofender83 of selling an overpriced and fake Panerai might still be lurking around using the same modus operandi to unnerve sellers, maybe he was too fast too furious, I 'chua' tio also!

    Since there was no harm done, I wish to put this incident behind me and will not want to engage in further speculation of this chap's identity. Maybe his weaker command of the English language resulted in what's lost in translation with the use of 'not original' when he meant 'not brand new'.

    Since there was no harm done, I will not reveal his number to curious bros or hot blooded mercury rising bros lest it results in a mouse-hunt, you will know it is him anyway when you've got mail from him.

    If you have managed to read this far, my infantile rant and almost rhetorical question is stated in my thread title thread and there is no real need to respond, I am grateful enough if you're mildly entertained (hopefully not disturbed) by the movie references in the confessions of a dangerous mind.

    In my closing act to reward your reading my verbose and superfluous post, I will offer my IWC Big Pilot for sale at 10k FIRM to any film-loving bro who can list at least FIFTY (50) movie titles/references I have made in my silly post : )

    E.g.
    1. Toy Story...
    2. Never ending story

    Disclaimer: The first to list the 50 movie titles/references will get a chance to purchase the IWC BP at 10k, there is no other incentive offered.
    If some other chap makes me a higher offer for the BP and it gets sold, I will buy the first bro who lists the 50 movie titles/references right a nice cuppa coffee or to watch a movie, sorry about that...

    Note to Mods: I also apologize if this thread is deemed crazy and inappropriate and you can close this thread as you deem fit.

    Note to curious bros of my strange motive: It started with my indignation of being accused of selling an unoriginal watch and it evolved into this monstrosity of a post...

    Hope this explains as much.
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  • #2
    No worries bro, great heads up from u. Just ignore those fellows... Good luck to ur IWC sale....

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    • #3
      Ah bro Toffee, sorry to hear about the challenges you are now facing because of the BP we traded. =(

      I don't think 10k or 10.4k is an unreasonable asking. The watch is running well and it should not need any servicing in the near future while a polish costs a few hundred dollars.
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      • #4
        Hiaz..nowadays trolls not only have multiple nicks but also come in different forms. Good thing that you still have the mood to entertain yourself and amuse others with your post
        Watches are like potato chips - You never stop at one

        Never political, seldom diplomatic, always honest

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        • #5
          Hi bro toffeesthings, let me offer you my empathy. It could well be the same guy that tried to lowball me and then accused me of selling non original watch. Just ignore such people and be glad that he did not give you a negative feedback unlike my case...$10k+ for an IWC big pilot definitely sounds reasonable to me, just be patient and wait, you should be able to find a much better buyer. On a side note, you do have a very good sense of humour in your well written post. Cheer up bro!

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          • #6
            Hey, no problem at all bro, I traded with my eyes open and I am thankful to have done so with a nice chap like you, it was a real pleasant experience.

            Originally posted by kqxrlovesSpeedmasters View Post
            Ah bro Toffee, sorry to hear about the challenges you are now facing because of the BP we traded. =(

            I don't think 10k or 10.4k is an unreasonable asking. The watch is running well and it should not need any servicing in the near future while a polish costs a few hundred dollars.
            Sweet 16:
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            A.Lange & Sohne 1815
            Breguet Type XXI
            Blancpain 50 Fathoms
            JLC Navy Seals
            GO Senator 60s
            GP Laureato
            Zenith Pilot Extra Special
            Rolex DSSD
            IWC Big Pilot
            Pam 112
            Omega Ploprof
            Breitling Super Avenger
            Glycine F104

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            • #7
              Originally posted by pegasi View Post
              Hiaz..nowadays trolls not only have multiple nicks but also come in different forms. Good thing that you still have the mood to entertain yourself and amuse others with your post
              Originally posted by 1983leofender View Post
              Hi bro toffeesthings, let me offer you my empathy. It could well be the same guy that tried to lowball me and then accused me of selling non original watch. Just ignore such people and be glad that he did not give you a negative feedback unlike my case...$10k+ for an IWC big pilot definitely sounds reasonable to me, just be patient and wait, you should be able to find a much better buyer. On a side note, you do have a very good sense of humour in your well written post. Cheer up bro!
              Thanks Bro Leofender and Pegasi,
              Trolls do come in many forms these days and I can tolerate the low offers or whatever it gets to be called, and I'm pretty guilty of it myself but I also try to apply myself with decorum. To make petty accusations of a watch being fake just because one can't afford it or is unwilling to pay for it really crosses the line.
              Sweet 16:
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              VC Overseas
              AP ROO Black Themes
              A.Lange & Sohne 1815
              Breguet Type XXI
              Blancpain 50 Fathoms
              JLC Navy Seals
              GO Senator 60s
              GP Laureato
              Zenith Pilot Extra Special
              Rolex DSSD
              IWC Big Pilot
              Pam 112
              Omega Ploprof
              Breitling Super Avenger
              Glycine F104

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              • #8
                Originally posted by dragonforce
                I didn't waste 5min of my life reading your entertaining post. I won't attempt to list the 50 movies though. May you find a good buyer for your watch.
                Thanks Bro Dragonforce and all other bros who have shown support.

                I guess it was a silly gimmicky move but it was also done in the name of fun.
                I will list out the movie references in due course.
                Sweet 16:
                PP Aquanaut
                VC Overseas
                AP ROO Black Themes
                A.Lange & Sohne 1815
                Breguet Type XXI
                Blancpain 50 Fathoms
                JLC Navy Seals
                GO Senator 60s
                GP Laureato
                Zenith Pilot Extra Special
                Rolex DSSD
                IWC Big Pilot
                Pam 112
                Omega Ploprof
                Breitling Super Avenger
                Glycine F104

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                • #9
                  It is not uncommon to meet such ppl in the online world. Had my fair share of storytellers so talented they should become script writers. Thankfully, most of the dude I've dealt with are true gentlemen and some have become my friends. Losers will forever be losers... no matter what watch you wear.
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                  • #10
                    Bro Toffeesthings,

                    Long time no see, sorry to hear about the unfortunate incident, but thanks for the entertaining post !

                    Here goes:
                    1. sex, lies and videotape
                    2. indecent proposal
                    3. broken city
                    4. toy story
                    5. a serious man
                    6. the men who knew too much
                    7. the importance of being earnest
                    8. watchmen
                    9. goodfella
                    10. neverending stories
                    11. clockwork orange
                    12. insidious
                    13. conjuring
                    14. fair game
                    15. g force
                    16. 12 angry men
                    17. vertical limits
                    18. 400 blows
                    19. a fistful of dollars
                    20. as good as it gets
                    21. something wicked this way comes
                    22. usual suspects
                    23. twister
                    24. entrapment
                    25. we are no angels
                    26. sweet november
                    27. the living daylights
                    28. naked gun: final insult
                    29. affliction
                    30. the accused
                    31. matchsticks men
                    32. con man
                    33. the men who stare at goats
                    34. vertigo
                    35. dazed and confused
                    36. brassed off
                    37. the right stuff
                    38. cinema paradiso
                    39. guilty as sin
                    40. true confessions
                    41. twilight
                    42. incredible journey
                    43. retribution
                    44. cautionary tale
                    45. too fast too furious
                    46. lost in translation
                    47. no harm done
                    48. mercury rising
                    49. mousehunt
                    50. you've got mail

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by 18ksub View Post
                      Bro Toffeesthings,

                      Long time no see, sorry to hear about the unfortunate incident, but thanks for the entertaining post !

                      Here goes:
                      1. sex, lies and videotape
                      2. indecent proposal
                      3. broken city
                      4. toy story
                      5. a serious man
                      6. the men who knew too much
                      7. the importance of being earnest
                      8. watchmen
                      9. goodfella
                      10. neverending stories
                      11. clockwork orange
                      12. insidious
                      13. conjuring
                      14. fair game
                      15. g force
                      16. 12 angry men
                      17. vertical limits
                      18. 400 blows
                      19. a fistful of dollars
                      20. as good as it gets
                      21. something wicked this way comes
                      22. usual suspects
                      23. twister
                      24. entrapment
                      25. we are no angels
                      26. sweet november
                      27. the living daylights
                      28. naked gun: final insult
                      29. affliction
                      30. the accused
                      31. matchsticks men
                      32. con man
                      33. the men who stare at goats
                      34. vertigo
                      35. dazed and confused
                      36. brassed off
                      37. the right stuff
                      38. cinema paradiso
                      39. guilty as sin
                      40. true confessions
                      41. twilight
                      42. incredible journey
                      43. retribution
                      44. cautionary tale
                      45. too fast too furious
                      46. lost in translation
                      47. no harm done
                      48. mercury rising
                      49. mousehunt
                      50. you've got mail
                      waaaaaa!!!

                      Actually I also don't know correct or not
                      Watches are like potato chips - You never stop at one

                      Never political, seldom diplomatic, always honest

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by 18ksub View Post
                        Bro Toffeesthings,

                        Long time no see, sorry to hear about the unfortunate incident, but thanks for the entertaining post !

                        Here goes:
                        1. sex, lies and videotape
                        2. indecent proposal
                        3. broken city
                        4. toy story
                        5. a serious man
                        6. the men who knew too much
                        7. the importance of being earnest
                        8. watchmen
                        9. goodfella
                        10. neverending stories
                        11. clockwork orange
                        12. insidious
                        13. conjuring
                        14. fair game
                        15. g force
                        16. 12 angry men
                        17. vertical limits
                        18. 400 blows
                        19. a fistful of dollars
                        20. as good as it gets
                        21. something wicked this way comes
                        22. usual suspects
                        23. twister
                        24. entrapment
                        25. we are no angels
                        26. sweet november
                        27. the living daylights
                        28. naked gun: final insult
                        29. affliction
                        30. the accused
                        31. matchsticks men
                        32. con man
                        33. the men who stare at goats
                        34. vertigo
                        35. dazed and confused
                        36. brassed off
                        37. the right stuff
                        38. cinema paradiso
                        39. guilty as sin
                        40. true confessions
                        41. twilight
                        42. incredible journey
                        43. retribution
                        44. cautionary tale
                        45. too fast too furious
                        46. lost in translation
                        47. no harm done
                        48. mercury rising
                        49. mousehunt
                        50. you've got mail
                        Walau, you are damn pro la... Must start to watch more movie already... Heehee :P
                        "Oh enjoying the thrill of the chase is fine. Craving the distraction of the game, I sympathize entirely. But sentiment, sentiment is a chemical defect found in the losing side."

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                        • #13
                          Hey bro, long time to see too! Thanks for reading my lengthy posts. Well, looks like my game is up and you've even listed some movies I didn't know existed!

                          Congratulations!

                          Originally posted by 18ksub View Post
                          Bro Toffeesthings,

                          Long time no see, sorry to hear about the unfortunate incident, but thanks for the entertaining post !

                          Here goes:
                          1. sex, lies and videotape
                          2. indecent proposal
                          3. broken city
                          4. toy story
                          5. a serious man
                          6. the men who knew too much
                          7. the importance of being earnest
                          8. watchmen
                          9. goodfella
                          10. neverending stories
                          11. clockwork orange
                          12. insidious
                          13. conjuring
                          14. fair game
                          15. g force
                          16. 12 angry men
                          17. vertical limits
                          18. 400 blows
                          19. a fistful of dollars
                          20. as good as it gets
                          21. something wicked this way comes
                          22. usual suspects
                          23. twister
                          24. entrapment
                          25. we are no angels
                          26. sweet november
                          27. the living daylights
                          28. naked gun: final insult
                          29. affliction
                          30. the accused
                          31. matchsticks men
                          32. con man
                          33. the men who stare at goats
                          34. vertigo
                          35. dazed and confused
                          36. brassed off
                          37. the right stuff
                          38. cinema paradiso
                          39. guilty as sin
                          40. true confessions
                          41. twilight
                          42. incredible journey
                          43. retribution
                          44. cautionary tale
                          45. too fast too furious
                          46. lost in translation
                          47. no harm done
                          48. mercury rising
                          49. mousehunt
                          50. you've got mail
                          Sweet 16:
                          PP Aquanaut
                          VC Overseas
                          AP ROO Black Themes
                          A.Lange & Sohne 1815
                          Breguet Type XXI
                          Blancpain 50 Fathoms
                          JLC Navy Seals
                          GO Senator 60s
                          GP Laureato
                          Zenith Pilot Extra Special
                          Rolex DSSD
                          IWC Big Pilot
                          Pam 112
                          Omega Ploprof
                          Breitling Super Avenger
                          Glycine F104

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by 18ksub View Post
                            Bro Toffeesthings,

                            Long time no see, sorry to hear about the unfortunate incident, but thanks for the entertaining post !

                            Here goes:
                            1. sex, lies and videotape
                            2. indecent proposal
                            3. broken city
                            4. toy story
                            5. a serious man
                            6. the men who knew too much
                            7. the importance of being earnest
                            8. watchmen
                            9. goodfella
                            10. neverending stories
                            11. clockwork orange
                            12. insidious
                            13. conjuring
                            14. fair game
                            15. g force
                            16. 12 angry men
                            17. vertical limits
                            18. 400 blows
                            19. a fistful of dollars
                            20. as good as it gets
                            21. something wicked this way comes
                            22. usual suspects
                            23. twister
                            24. entrapment
                            25. we are no angels
                            26. sweet november
                            27. the living daylights
                            28. naked gun: final insult
                            29. affliction
                            30. the accused
                            31. matchsticks men
                            32. con man
                            33. the men who stare at goats
                            34. vertigo
                            35. dazed and confused
                            36. brassed off
                            37. the right stuff
                            38. cinema paradiso
                            39. guilty as sin
                            40. true confessions
                            41. twilight
                            42. incredible journey
                            43. retribution
                            44. cautionary tale
                            45. too fast too furious
                            46. lost in translation
                            47. no harm done
                            48. mercury rising
                            49. mousehunt
                            50. you've got mail
                            well done, I wouldn't have guessed all 50. now, where's the $10K? : P
                            I can resist anything but temptation. - Oscar Wilde

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                            • #15
                              Ok, Bro 18k Sub has done it and he can take up the BP 10K offer if he desires.
                              Anyways, here's the list of 62 movies once again, with 12 more added to the contributions of Bro 18k Sub (who has graciously left a few for me to add)

                              Here goes:
                              1. sex, lies and videotape
                              2. indecent proposal
                              3. broken city
                              4. toy story
                              5. a serious man
                              6. the men who knew too much
                              7. the importance of being earnest
                              8. watchmen
                              9. goodfella
                              10. neverending stories
                              11. clockwork orange
                              12. insidious
                              13. conjuring
                              14. fair game
                              15. g force
                              16. 12 angry men
                              17. vertical limits
                              18. 400 blows
                              19. a fistful of dollars
                              20. as good as it gets
                              21. something wicked this way comes
                              22. usual suspects
                              23. twister
                              24. entrapment
                              25. we are no angels
                              26. sweet november
                              27. the living daylights
                              28. naked gun: final insult
                              29. affliction
                              30. the accused
                              31. matchsticks men
                              32. con man
                              33. the men who stare at goats
                              34. vertigo
                              35. dazed and confused
                              36. brassed off
                              37. the right stuff
                              38. cinema paradiso
                              39. guilty as sin
                              40. true confessions
                              41. twilight
                              42. incredible journey
                              43. retribution
                              44. cautionary tale
                              45. too fast too furious
                              46. lost in translation
                              47. no harm done
                              48. mercury rising
                              49. mousehunt
                              50. you've got mail
                              51. Flawless (Robert DeNiro/Phillip Seymor Hoffman)
                              52. Saw (The gory James Wan series that started the Jigsaw craze)
                              53. 300 (Based on Frank Miller's 300)
                              54. Knocked Up (filling Seth Rogen & delicious Katherine Heigl : )
                              55. The Substitute (obscure Tom Berenger vehicle of the mid 90s as a garang Ex Marine substitute teacher!!!???)
                              56. For a few dollars more (Sequel to a fist full of dollars starring Clint Eastwood)
                              57. 2012 (John Cusack/Roland Emmerich disaster flick about the end of the world)
                              58. Thirteen Days (Kevin Costner piece on the cuban missile crisis before he lost credibility and his hair...)
                              59. Good night and good luck (George Clooney produced black & white piece about Ed Murrow's war against Joseph McCarthy)
                              60. The Last Message/Tian Cai Yu Bai Chi (translated title of a Michael and Sam Hui HK comedy of the 1970s)
                              61. Confessions of a dangerous mind (Clooney, Julia Roberts and Sam Rockwell star in a talkshow host who claimed to be a CIA assassin!)
                              62. Monstrosity (Some obscure revenge flick of the 1980s, should also a term used to describe forum trolls and accusers)

                              Phew, done! : )
                              Sweet 16:
                              PP Aquanaut
                              VC Overseas
                              AP ROO Black Themes
                              A.Lange & Sohne 1815
                              Breguet Type XXI
                              Blancpain 50 Fathoms
                              JLC Navy Seals
                              GO Senator 60s
                              GP Laureato
                              Zenith Pilot Extra Special
                              Rolex DSSD
                              IWC Big Pilot
                              Pam 112
                              Omega Ploprof
                              Breitling Super Avenger
                              Glycine F104

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