Markets plummet! good for collecting vintage?

[sgvintagethingy]

Vintage Rolexes normally go into Auction House

I seriously doubt that prices of vintage rolexes will drop.Many vintage rolex collectors that I know have seriously deep pockets.They will not sell off their prized collection because of the current situation.

Jus my 2 cents worth........

Hi Problmchylde,

You are right when you doubt vintage rolexes prices will drop. They are getting scarce. The modern Rolexes except those limited Edition will not lose its value but do not expect its value to increase drastically in future, due to the sheer volume of production. So those who hold rare Vintage Rolexes, well done. They are definitely good investment and there is a world wide market for them.

[fn6193]

I think price of the watch will go down not because of financial crisis but upcoming of IR Casino opening.
More gamble off their asset soon ....

[Paneraii]

Think it is time to let go those $100k ++ each watches else difficult quarters ahead!!

[RolexKing9]

1981 Vintage Rolex

Does that means very hard to find? Cause don't think any collector would be wanting to let go of their prize collection.....or its going to cost be a fortune?

Prices for 1981 vintage Rolex. . . . . . . . . 1. Rolex 1655 @ S$ 20k - 40k 2. Rolex 1016 @ S$ 5k - 8k 3. Rolex 16800 @ S$ 6k - 8k 4. Rolex 16750 @ S$ 6k - 10k.

[keltzar]

Well, its now 6-weeks later and prices have begun to slide...

I've seen 16750 going for $5-7k from overseas, 1675 going for $5.5-9k from overseas... 16800 going for $4.8-6k ...

[teo]

Well, its now 6-weeks later and prices have begun to slide...

I've seen 16750 going for $5-7k from overseas, 1675 going for $5.5-9k from overseas... 16800 going for $4.8-6k ...

Good for collecting vintage if got cash now.

[keltzar]

yes...

I'm shopping (slowly) for a matt-dial 16750 - preferably with full set... maybe even a 1680 !

[The One]

Now absolutely is the best time to get vintage watches! But be careful of reconditioned Vintage watches. Must look for Expert's advise.

[jarren]

Now absolutely is the best time to get vintage watches! But be careful of reconditioned Vintage watches. Must look for Expert's advise.

absolutely. some of us are not well 'arm' with the necessary knowledge to go into vintage.

maybe the experts here could help to chip in when necessary. cheers.

[The One]

To understand Vintage is "Fo Da Jing Shen" I think maybe like certain Superlaojiao or Certain Moderators like Bro Triton here can understand that.

[dominique_kwok]

Anyone has any idea how much a piece from the 1980s will cost? For instance one from 1986 and 1981? Thanks

[The One]

Anyone has any idea how much a piece from the 1980s will cost? For instance one from 1986 and 1981? Thanks

Which model?

[keltzar]

Depends which models...
but for sports models, you can say it will *start* at S$6k.

[The One]

Depends which models...
but for sports models, you can say it will *start* at S$6k.

Good Answer!!!

[dominique_kwok]

yeaps sports models. hmm *start* from 6k. that means i should expect it to be pricey... i tried to go online to look but the number seems tough to find.