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  1. 4th October 2015, 11:39 #1
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    S A S Rolex

    I found this on Chrono 24. I don't doubt its rare but to me the premium is extreme. Its a nice watch. I have one myself without the engraving. I just didn't realise I saved nearly 30k.

    http://www.chrono24.com/en/rolex/140...-id3469655.htm
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  2. 4th October 2015, 11:44 #2
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    Was discussed a while ago.

    Surprised it’s still available



    http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.php?342316-SAS-Rolex
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  3. 4th October 2015, 11:47 #3
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    It was dismissed as no more than a commemorative edition with no history and not worth the money - completely different to Milsubs and Comex watches.
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  4. 4th October 2015, 11:51 #4
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    It's the engraving, by Mr. Magoo, that makes this so special.
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  5. 4th October 2015, 11:52 #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by Wallasey Runner View Post
    It was dismissed as no more than a commemorative edition with no history and not worth the money - completely different to Milsubs and Comex watches.
    A special forces soldier is hardly likely to wear a watch like that on operations, especially with the name of his regiment engraved on it. Be a bit of a giveaway, wouldn't it?
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    God please make it stop
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    A load of tat my eyes are bleeding
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    Quote Originally Posted by 100thmonkey View Post
    God please make it stop



    If only.
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  9. 4th October 2015, 12:38 #9
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    It could be worse - someone could have had their account hacked !!!
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  10. 4th October 2015, 12:46 #10
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    I wonder if the seller knows what colour the boathouse is at Hereford ;-)
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  11. 4th October 2015, 13:21 #11
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    Quote Originally Posted by Lorex View Post
    I wonder if the seller knows what colour the boathouse is at Hereford ;-)
    I don't like your attitude.




    Next you're gonna ambush me with a cup of coffee....
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  12. 4th October 2015, 13:25 #12
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    Quote Originally Posted by Lorex View Post
    I wonder if the seller knows what colour the boathouse is at Hereford ;-)
    Quote Originally Posted by RJM25R View Post
    I don't like your attitude.




    Next you're gonna ambush me with a cup of coffee....
    Great film, even if the SAS aren't based there anymore
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  13. 4th October 2015, 14:04 #13
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    Quote Originally Posted by 100thmonkey View Post
    God please make it stop
    Quite.

    Im getting a little bored of the world of Walter Mitty watch discussions...
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  14. 4th October 2015, 18:32 #14
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    We did indeed rip this shoddy and dodgy thing to pieces a while back...and apologies for starting that thread in the first place.....

    http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.php?342316-SAS-Rolex
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  15. 4th October 2015, 20:55 #15
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    If anyone interested I have almost unused balaclava and XXXXL jacket in DPM (not mine, mind you).
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  16. 5th October 2015, 11:12 #16
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    It's a shame the watch is now relatively worthless with all that engraving courtesy of Timpsons the shoe repairers.
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  17. 5th October 2015, 19:36 #17
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    Quote Originally Posted by geoffcotton View Post
    It's a shame the watch is now relatively worthless with all that engraving courtesy of Timpsons the shoe repairers.
    Not sure Mr Timpson will be pleased about that !!
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  18. 5th October 2015, 19:48 #18
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    If you're concerned about living in the wonderful world of Walter Mitty; how about a John Bull sub..





    A snip at €19k...

    http://www.chrono24.fi/rolex/submari...-id2417071.htm
    Last edited by TimeOut; 5th October 2015 at 19:50. Reason: Spelling
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  19. 5th October 2015, 20:15 #19
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    well some poor not knowing idiot will probably buy it at a premium price... nothing will surprise me these days...
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  20. 5th October 2015, 20:25 #20
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    Quote Originally Posted by TimeOut View Post
    If you're concerned about living in the wonderful world of Walter Mitty; how about a John Bull sub..





    A snip at €19k...

    http://www.chrono24.fi/rolex/submari...-id2417071.htm
    What's the story with the case finishing? It looks sublime
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  21. 5th October 2015, 20:28 #21
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    Quote Originally Posted by vekslak View Post
    well some poor not knowing idiot will probably buy it at a premium price... nothing will surprise me these days...
    Nee Hau! Yack Shee Mash! Salam!
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  22. 5th October 2015, 21:21 #22
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    Quote Originally Posted by Onelasttime View Post
    What's the story with the case finishing? It looks sublime
    I could be "barking" up the wrong tree, but I guess either hand done with a small diamond die grinder or spark erosion.

    Rolex offered some gold pieces with a similar finish but cast into the metal.

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  23. 5th October 2015, 21:43 #23
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    This gets back to the whole aftermarket debate, if Rolex themselves have created a bark effect on the bracelet or manufactured a diamond dial or bezel then it is highly thought of, but if someone else has done the work or made the aftermarket parts, then it is open to ridicule including by Rolex themselves who we know will not touch a watch that contains non genuine parts.
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  24. 5th October 2015, 21:44 #24
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    Quote Originally Posted by Wallasey Runner View Post
    This gets back to the whole aftermarket debate, if Rolex themselves have created a bark effect on the bracelet or manufactured a diamond dial or bezel then it is highly thought of, but if someone else has done the work or made the aftermarket parts, then it is open to ridicule including by Rolex themselves who we know will not touch a watch that contains non genuine parts.
    Strong US market for this and more.
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  25. 6th October 2015, 06:15 #25
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    Nearly as rare as a .....

    Ronnie Pickering Ltd Edition.



    Quote Originally Posted by TimeOut View Post
    If you're concerned about living in the wonderful world of Walter Mitty; how about a John Bull sub..





    A snip at €19k...

    http://www.chrono24.fi/rolex/submari...-id2417071.htm
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    ^^^^

    No but it could make a great road rage knuckle duster 😂
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  27. 6th October 2015, 07:13 #27
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    Quote Originally Posted by TimeOut View Post
    If you're concerned about living in the wonderful world of Walter Mitty; how about a John Bull sub..

    Think he might need a little more practise at refurbs!
    RIAC
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  28. 6th October 2015, 08:16 #28
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    Give me 20 minutes with a Dremel and could add many thousands to the value of my Submariner. At least I wouldn't need to worry about scratching it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by rob-vicar View Post
    Great film, even if the SAS aren't based there anymore
    Hmmm thats funny, I didn't think there was a boat house at Hereford??

    ;-)
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