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Thread: The Eddie's on ebay thread.

  1. #601
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    Not on eBay, but on Chrono24 -

    Timefactors Dreadnought PRS-2, no. 21. Yours for £4k.

    https://www.chrono24.co.uk/all/timef...id22521769.htm
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    A very nice and fairly rare PRS-29A first generation from 2010 on the bay.

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/275163067...0AAOSwgmJiBOBp

    This was the only version with an acrylic crystal and fixed bars and is the most accurate representation of the original Smiths W10.

    I contacted the seller last week to see if he would accept offers and he ignored me. My policy is if someone doesn’t respond I won’t do business with them, so he has lost any interest from me. A simple polite one liner saying thanks, but I’ll leave the auction to run would have been enough.

    Anyway, a nice watch and fairly rare these days.

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    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134023542...sAAOSwiV1iCRch

    I like this line

    Will be sent Special Delivery for peace of mind, half the cost of which is covered by myself.
    Doesn't mention the £175.00 increase in price rather than buying direct

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    I see Eddie has speeded up the process with which these get to e-bay. Bought 2 days ago, already delivered and on e-bay for £950.00 and the seller is happy to share the LE number with us all (057/500).

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304358912...oAAOSwkXJiDA0J

    I’m sure all the regulars on here who failed to buy one for the 6th, 7th or 8th time will be right chuffed with this and can take comfort in the fact the system is working fine.

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    Absolute piss take.

    Quote Originally Posted by Wallasey Runner View Post
    I see Eddie has speeded up the process with which these get to e-bay. Bought 2 days ago, already delivered and on e-bay for £950.00 and the seller is happy to share the LE number with us all (057/500).

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304358912...oAAOSwkXJiDA0J

    I’m sure all the regulars on here who failed to buy one for the 6th, 7th or 8th time will be right chuffed with this and can take comfort in the fact the system is working fine.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wallasey Runner View Post
    I see Eddie has speeded up the process with which these get to e-bay. Bought 2 days ago, already delivered and on e-bay for £950.00 and the seller is happy to share the LE number with us all (057/500).

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304358912...oAAOSwkXJiDA0J

    I’m sure all the regulars on here who failed to buy one for the 6th, 7th or 8th time will be right chuffed with this and can take comfort in the fact the system is working fine.
    That IWC Portugieser he is selling has TZ-UK provenance: https://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.p...-Dial-IW358305

    Not sure it was sold via TZ though, no H&V following the ad.
    Someone who lies about the little things will lie about the big things too.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Raffe View Post
    That IWC Portugieser he is selling has TZ-UK provenance: https://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.p...-Dial-IW358305

    Not sure it was sold via TZ though, no H&V following the ad.
    Funny how not understanding that a 36mm watch will be too small for ones gorilla wrists has become the stock excuse to ask the enormous premiums and at least the seller has had the decency to ask buyers not to lowball him. That will save a few on here a bit of time and effort.

    Bless…

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    "Looks like the case has been polished at some point", well it tickled me.

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Timefacto...-127635-2958-0

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    Quote Originally Posted by bobc View Post
    "Looks like the case has been polished at some point", well it tickled me.
    What with, a Brillo pad

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wallasey Runner View Post
    I see Eddie has speeded up the process with which these get to e-bay. Bought 2 days ago, already delivered and on e-bay for £950.00 and the seller is happy to share the LE number with us all (057/500).

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304358912...oAAOSwkXJiDA0J

    I’m sure all the regulars on here who failed to buy one for the 6th, 7th or 8th time will be right chuffed with this and can take comfort in the fact the system is working fine.
    That is so f**ing annoying.

    Quote Originally Posted by eBay seller metalsanchri
    Smiths Everest Silver Jubilee Limited Edition PRS-25 Aventurine by Timefactors.

    It is a brand new, unworn watch with all the protective films on. Bought last Sunday (13/02/2022) from timefactors website and the box was opened only for taking photos. Limited edition NO. 57/500. Completed sold out in 2 mins. Selling it because it is a bit small for my wrist.
    The audacity .... Eddie must be really happy he sped up delivery so these poor people can make a quick buck (actually, more than double Eddie's price).
    I am royally pissed (to be clear, not at Eddie)

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    Too sparkly for me, but give me one thousand of your English pounds and it can be all yours…

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/185295020...QAAOSw9stiDros

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wallasey Runner View Post
    Too sparkly for me, but give me one thousand of your English pounds and it can be all yours…

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/185295020...QAAOSw9stiDros
    Poor guy getting flooded with unwanted presents.

    Some guys have all the bad luck!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Wallasey Runner View Post
    Too sparkly for me, but give me one thousand of your English pounds and it can be all yours…

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/185295020...QAAOSw9stiDros
    The listing says it's located in Newcastle. I haven't shipped a Silver Jubilee to Newcastle.

    Eddie
    Whole chunks of my life come under the heading "it seemed like a good idea at the time".

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    Quote Originally Posted by swanbourne View Post
    The listing says it's located in Newcastle. I haven't shipped a Silver Jubilee to Newcastle.

    Eddie
    Maybe it was shipped to Saudi Arabia?
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    Quick morning round of eBay listings:

    Here we got 057/500 offered for a generous £950 on eBay:
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304358912145

    Here is 225/500:
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/384731367467

    theukwatchshop is auctioning an Everest Jubilee using one of Eddie's pictures (also not a business account):
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/353915760400

    Another one who is using Eddie's pictures ($2,000 offer, must be record?):
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/144364369852
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    This chancer states "you know what it is so no silly offers please." But silly prices are OK? Tw*t.

    Quote Originally Posted by Raffe View Post
    Quick morning round of eBay listings:
    Here we got 057/500 offered for a generous £950 on eBay:
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304358912145


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    I've offered him £438 for it which is cost + 20%. In the unlikely event that he agrees (no, I'm not usually that naive) I'll either keep it or pass it on via SC for what I paid.

    Quote Originally Posted by Wallasey Runner View Post
    Too sparkly for me, but give me one thousand of your English pounds and it can be all yours…

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/185295020...QAAOSw9stiDros

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    It's sad that they think that people would believe that it's too small or too sparkle rather than theyve bought it to sell on at a profit. I'm pretty sure that Eddie takes returns on unworn watches?

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    He does indeed.

    Quote Originally Posted by neilF183 View Post
    It's sad that they think that people would believe that it's too small or too sparkle rather than they've bought it to sell on at a profit. I'm pretty sure that Eddie takes returns on unworn watches?

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    He does indeed.
    It’s just complete BS, like that bloke who has bought and sold about half a dozen 36mm watches and each time he discovers that they are too small.

    It would be better if they were honest, bought this and looking to at least double my money on it.

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    Most people have to take a hit on watches they sell so if you happen to have one that can make you some money back I don't see anything wrong with selling for a profit.
    I completely agree that the BS isn't needed though. Why make up an untrue story?

    I'd personally feel uncomfortable offering a TF watch for sale on the forum for a big mark up but there are lots of other brands sold on here for big mark ups. Some might even be good value over market price but its interesting to see what people feel is OK and what isn't.


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    The Eddie's on ebay thread.

    As others have said, it’s a piss take by scalpers, using excuses rather than be transparent about what they are doing.

    I waited for a Navigator and a PRS-53 from sales corner, than line some wankers pocket on ebay.




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    Last edited by messym; 18th February 2022 at 14:10.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Rob s View Post
    Most people have to take a hit on watches they sell so if you happen to have one that can make you some money back I don't see anything wrong with selling for a profit.
    No disagreement here, but there are several out there who only buy these pieces to resell immediately for a hefty profit. Like the person who got one last Sunday and had it on eBay on Tuesday.
    It irks me that we are competing with these day-traders in the biweekly mad Sunday dash. Collectors lose, profiteers win.

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    Unsurprisingly he let the offer expire. I managed to pick up a 36mm Everest from SC for a fifth of his price so very happy.

    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    I've offered him £438 for it which is cost + 20%. In the unlikely event that he agrees (no, I'm not usually that naive) I'll either keep it or pass it on via SC for what I paid.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TaketheCannoli View Post
    Unsurprisingly he let the offer expire. I managed to pick up a 36mm Everest from SC for a fifth of his price so very happy.
    You got a good deal there. There was a Jubilee that went for £580.00 in auction on e-bay, which looked more like normal bidding. Those £800 to £1,000 listings are a joke and smell of bidding on your own listings.

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    Time for some lowballing offers from the TZ Massive then!?

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    Currently 4 Silver Jubilee watches listed on eBay (USA) for a measly USD1,600, USD2,000, USD1,900 and UKP1,000, respectively.

    (sorry, unable to post / upload screenshot I took)

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    Quote Originally Posted by bobc View Post
    "Looks like the case has been polished at some point", well it tickled me.

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Timefacto...-127635-2958-0

    It didn't sell, so what's the best thing to do?

    Relist it for more money. Glat.

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Timefacto...-127635-2958-0

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    It's a shame that these guys did purchase it to re sell online ...i have attempted 4 times and failed to get one !!! I just wanted it in my collection for a daily use/wear !

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    Quote Originally Posted by oca9i View Post
    It's a shame that these guys did purchase it to re sell online ...i have attempted 4 times and failed to get one !!! I just wanted it in my collection for a daily use/wear !

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    Maybe put a WTB in the sales section - you never know if someone will have one to sell.

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    Another seller looking to cash in. At least they don't have any flim-flam about is being too small. Etc

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    But they did also sell a standard Everest in Jan '22 for £500.

    He must quickly go off the watches he's bought

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    Currently the Jubilee Everests No. 245, 138 and 057 are waiting for their lucky new owners on eBay-UK.

    And Oldboy121 even has two to go. They are plentiful, just not with real watch lovers.

    By the way, your shortest way to get one is via this way.
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    I know there were only 50 sold (although that's because they weren't very popular and didn't sell), but I can't help thinking that £950+ (plus an extra 20% on entry to UK, plus courier's fees) is a bit steep for an ivory PRS-22.

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/354002956556

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    Unworn yellow Caribbean on eBay for £385 buy-it-now.

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304483117491
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    Quote Originally Posted by Raffe View Post
    Unworn yellow Caribbean on eBay for £385 buy-it-now.

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304483117491
    Orange, isn't it?

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    Quote Originally Posted by markrlondon View Post
    Orange, isn't it?
    Oops, was looking at it in bright sunshine on the mobile, looked like yellow then.
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    Wonder if it's anyone here.

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    Quote Originally Posted by markrlondon View Post
    Wonder if it's anyone here.
    From his eBay history, probably not.
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    The Eddie's on ebay thread.

    Silver jubilee #298 for a very reasonable £650 - wow !

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/384878402...mis&media=COPY


    £550 for a gilt

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304479566...mis&media=COPY

    But the best is another jubilee for a meagre £800 but free two day postage

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/374069249...mis&media=COPY



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    Last edited by bond; 14th May 2022 at 09:11.

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    Where production numbers are advertised in the resale, does Eddie tend to ‘block’ original purchaser?

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    Not on ebay, but on r/watchexchange on reddit: SMITHS NAVIGATOR PRS-48 for $750 USD

    https://www.reddit.com/r/Watchexchan...rs48_full_kit/

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    Not on ebay, but on r/watchexchange on reddit: SMITHS Everest white dial PRS-25 for $550 USD

    https://www.reddit.com/r/Watchexchan...eel_hands_nib/

    "36mm dial is smaller than I’m used to wearing on my ~7.5 wrist. Catch and release, still in the original plastics and comes with everything. I didn’t even try it on, NIB condition." Disappointing to read, but not terribly priced for someone here in the US.

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    Is this the most expensive yet?

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/224995055198

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    PRS-52 Polar Dreadnought on eBay for £325 with extra straps, including a GGB.
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/295007608473

    Looks like a nice deal.


    ** Update **
    Sold, I see.
    Last edited by markrlondon; 30th May 2022 at 14:16.

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    PRS-25 Smiths Everest 40 mm in an auction, ending in about 6 hours.
    https://www.ebay.com/itm/13412932501...T0AAOSwJaZijpS


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    Quote Originally Posted by Taiken View Post
    PRS-25 Smiths Everest 40 mm in an auction, ending in about 6 hours.
    https://www.ebay.com/itm/13412932501...T0AAOSwJaZijpS

    £385. Had my doubts about the early bidder with zero feedback but seems to have been a genuine auction in the end. The 36mm versions appear to have pulled these along with them as they used to be £150 watches.

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    Not on eBay but Kibble Watches with an Everest Silver Jubilee for £795. Ouch!

    https://kibblewatches.co.uk/products...venturine-dial

    And a PRS-47 for £450.

    https://kibblewatches.co.uk/products...cal-brown-dial
    Last edited by seabiscuit; 5th June 2022 at 15:33.

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    Quote Originally Posted by seabiscuit View Post
    Not on eBay but Kibble Watches with an Everest Silver Jubilee for £795. Ouch!

    https://kibblewatches.co.uk/products...venturine-dial

    And a PRS-47 for £450.

    https://kibblewatches.co.uk/products...cal-brown-dial
    Not connected with Chris Kibble, aka Crown & Bezel.
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