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Platinum Rolex v WG Patek
I have noticed that the Rolex Day Date in Platinum, which I think retails for less than the Patek Annual Calendar in White Gold, seems to re-sell for more than the Patek, when both watches are in slightly used condition. Now, I may be naive, but isn't the 5036 movement more sophisiticated than the Rolex Day Date movement? Why do you think the Rolex appears to depreciate less than the Patek? Any ideas or corrections are much appreciated.
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Platinum Rolex v WG Patek
I have noticed that the Rolex Day Date in Platinum, which I think retails for less than the Patek Annual Calendar in White Gold, seems to re-sell for more than the Patek, when both watches are in slightly used condition. Now, I may be naive, but isn't the...
Patek has complications, but...
The Rolex has a very stable movement, probably the most stable in the industry. And remember, Day-Date in platinum is exceedingly rare. The entire Swiss watch industry only exports about 12,000 platinum watches a year, out of about 24 million watches. In ...
A question of supply and demand...
Really, when you think about it, there are obviously a lot more wealthy people who are not WIS, than there are WISs. So obviously a Rolex Plat would sell easier. Morgan
That's Not It
I can get new Patek watches on the 'Gray' market here in Los Angeles. But you don't see Rolex on the gray market, you simply see them at 'second-hand' stores. I was, in fact, surprised to find this Gray market Patek dealer. And the watches were not fakes,...
I agree...
but I love my WG 5036. it is crystal clear on the dial and has a nice weight much like the platinum rolex president. To me, I find the patek more interesting to look at.
