Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Submariner, Seadweller is still No.1 hot selling item from Rolex

Some of my Watches as stock
 
 

Submariner Ref.116610LN with Date
Submariner Ref.114660 no date
Submariner SeaDweller Ref.116600

These are the hottest cakes from Rolex as far as an average market survey of the market segment
In Philippines, seems the batman is my No,1 top seller in the past 12 Months.

HK Snob
HK WF

Monday, June 27, 2016

Vintage time : Rolex 1675 GMT Master



Whether you have owned a GMT Master or not, one of the most accessible vintage GMT Masters is the Rolex 1675. The watch is like the 5513 or the 1680 for Submariner collectors. At around HK$40k, what do you get?
 
 



The 1675 was first produced in 1959 replacing the 6542. It has acrylic crystal and either oyster or jubilee bracelet. In the early 1970s, the black bezel version was introduced. After the late 60s, the small GMT hand became large GMT hand. Dials from 1965 to 1980 are matt dials.
 



The 1675 is one of the more original references of the GMT Master. The watch comes with a bi-color bezel with the blue part representing the night and the red part representing the day. The aged tritium hour markers together with the matt dial give you a very vintage feeling. The best thing is that the GMT function does not fade away in time. The 1675 can still serve you as a reliable GMT watch.
 
 
 

Some of the bezels have faded in color and that is another interesting thing about the 1675. If you are tired of the conservative designs of modern GMTs, you may visit the 1675, which has lug-holes and is a true tool watch.
 
A New Old Stock 1765 Full Set is about USD$13,000.

HK Snob



HKWF Selected Watches for sales

HK$48,000

HKD$45,000
 

HK$47,000
 

HK$450,000

HK$32,000
 
 
HK$40,000


HK$1,850

 HK$20,000

 
Price including hand carry delivery into Philippines Alabang, Cash deal.

HK Snob
HKWF

Saturday, June 25, 2016

IWC Portuguese Perpetual CalendarIW502306 Pink Gold




 

A massive solid Pink Gold in 18KT Portuguese watch from IWC.
Perpetual Calendar that can run till 2499 Dec 31, that your grand grand grand son need to change the year Display for 25XX year.

This is a 7 days Power reserve, a piece of ART.
62 Jewels, 5 Positions Adjusted
HKD$380,000 as MSRP.
HK Snob




Rolex Daytona Ceramic Ref.116500 White


As I have found most of the AD has this Watch now as of Today. As I talked to one of the major AD at Nathan Road today, they have just got one white Panda Today.

Price is HKD$140,000, well, I should not work as Blogger, but a fortune teller as two months ago in my blog I had mentioned that the price of HK$140,000.

There is a chance to have the price lower, but don't forget under limited supply of Rolex,
When the price is lowered to say HK$130,000, the demand surges, and the price will up again.

A bit not to be optimistic that this watch price will likely remain HKD$140,000 till September.
If you want to get a lower price one, may be buying from Gray dealer, there may still has a chance to go lower to HK$135,000 with in these two to three weeks time.

Let's see

HK Snob

Thursday, June 23, 2016

Rolex Turn-O-Graph Stainless Steel verison on sale





 
From what I know the TOG was introduced in 1955 as an award given to US Air Force pilots returning from combat missions.
 
The US Air Force has an exhibition flight team called the Thunderbirds that was started in the 50s and I believe the name was taken from that. Recently, probably due to the discontinuation of this Watch, many PWC members and HKWF members asking this watch.

These are three watches that we have had located in Hong Kong.

They are Blue, Black and white, unique movable bezel, red second had and date! Three lines, outstanding Look!

The Blue one has paper too. Interested parties can contact us for more price information.
 
HK Snob
HKWF

 

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

HKWF Watch Wanted

Rolex Day Date Platinum
Rolex Day Date White Gold Oyster Quartz with paper
Rolex Day Date Yellow gold with bracelet
Rolex Day Date Ref.218235
Rolex Day Date Oyster Quartz 1977 with 25 links 
Rolex GMT Master II Pepsi
Omega Panda
Rolex Turn-o-graph white dial
AP Star Wheel
Deepsea used
Submariner Re.16610
IWC Little Prince.


My clients, reader of HKWF has such above enquiry, we can match what you want to let go to other one looking for...
Please Whatsapp me about your pre-owned, new watch, and price and see how we can match the need.

HK Snob

Laureus Sports for Good Foundation & IWC Portugese Chronograph on Sale




 
 
Model:IWC Portuguese Laureus
Limited Edition Ref.3742-32, 2,000 only made.
Size:41mm
Details: Complete box and papers, Sunburst blue dial,
Blue croc, IWC pin Buckle
Condition:90%
Keep Excellent Time
Asking HKD$45,000

Comment: The Blue dial is attractive and adorable!
The S/N is a very good lucky number. 1XX2

HK Snob

Sunday, June 19, 2016

The Aquaracer


 
 
There is not a substitute for Submariner, it is another blood for divers with practically same feature at an attractive price

It is a Tag Heuer Aquaracer 300M Calibre 5 Automatic Watch
Side 41 mm
Ceramic Bezel


DescriptionTAG Heuer Calibre 5 Swiss Made.
Hour, Minute, second and date indication

Automatic caliber

Diameter: 26 mm (11 ½''') — 25 to 26 rubies depending on the execution.

Rapid date correction.


PerformanceBalance frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz).
Caliber
In House Tag Heuer Chronometer with 38 hours power reserve.



Price : MRSP  HKD$20,200

HKWF group can get you a special price BNIB with local delivery to Philippines.

HK Snob

Saturday, June 18, 2016

HKWF’s selection of three best stainless steel Daytona references


The Rolex Daytona has been in vogue for over 2 decades, or even more for some earlier references. Earlier, we looked at how this particular ace of Rolex has evolved in time. In this episode, we will look at 3 best stainless steel Daytonas.

 

1.      Rolex Daytona 6263 – The “Paul Newman” Daytona with exotic dial
 
 
The legendary 6263 is on our list, and it always will and should on anyone’s list of favorite Daytonas. A Rolex 6263 Daytona with exotic dial is referred to as “the Paul Newman Daytona” as movie star Paul Newman used to wear it a lot when racing, and not racing. At 37mm, the 6263 has a very exquisite dial layout. It looks classic by any standard. The sub-dials are well placed with appropriate space and balance in between. The numerals on the sub-dials are exquisitely done. The chapter ring is another feature of an “exotic” dial. It matches the tachymeter on the bezel very well.
 

 
 


Other than that, the 6263 has red “Daytona” letters on the dial and features screw-down chronograph pushers. It is a must-have for any Daytona enthusiast and the prices at auctions have proved that.

 

2.      Rolex 116520 Daytona
 


The first automatic chronograph with an in-house Rolex movement - is it enough?

The 116520 has been in production since 2000 when it replaced the 16520 which had a modified Zenith movement. The 116520 is now out of production and it is replaced by the new ceramic Daytona 116500ln. However, it was a cult success by any means. The price of the 116520 had always been higher than the retail price. It was such a symbol of status that no other watches could, or can compare.

 

3.      Rolex 116500ln Daytona Ceramic
 
 


Rolex is good at solving problems. While the bezel of the 116520 was said to attract scratches easily, they have now put a ceramic bezel on the newest Daytona ref 116500ln. The new 116500ln is a stunner. The white dial version features the “panda” style dial similar to the legendary 6263. The best thing is that it has a ceramic bezel that is not easily scratched. Other details? The movement’s accuracy is now +2/-2 per day! As the successor of the 116520, it is going to be another cult success. Do get yours before it gets hard to find one.


HK Snob

PS The latest price of the Ref116500LN white is HKD$135,000 as of Today in Market of Hong Kong.

 

 

Cartier Lady watch on sale

 
 
Pre-owned Cartier Vermeil 925 Silver watch on sale
Box and paper. Quartz Movement.
 
 
List price HK$28,800
 
Now HK$7800
 
 
HK Snob

PS Sold on 22 June 2016

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Friday, June 17, 2016

The Rolex 116508 Green dial and the Rolex 116509 blue dial


At Baselworld 2016, Rolex stunned us (or not) with the new ceramic Daytona 116500ln. Other than the new steel Daytona, Rolex also released two precious-metal versions which are the 116508 green dial and the 116509 blue dial. These two watches have added long-awaited colors to the Daytona collection.
 


 
You can see that the tachymeter scale on the bezel of the 116508 has been updated. The green sunburst dial is simply stunning with the yellow gold case. The green color here is a very dark forest green or some may call it Rolex Racing Green. It looks very sharp and classic, almost royal. There are red sub-dial rings and red color markers at each hour marker. The result is simply Super! It will surely be a hit as it is the first new dial for the YG Daytona in years, left alone the use of green, the signature color of Rolex.
 

 



 

The 116509 this year is updated with a blue sunburst dial. The colder tone of the blue color matches very well with the tone of white gold. The dial has red sub-dial rings and hands and markers made of white gold.
 
 

 
 
If you already have a steel Daytona, you might want to consider these two models. The green dial version is especially sharp in yellow gold case. It is certainly one of the killer combos you will find in the collection. However, the white gold version is good for low-profile people. Either will be a good choice for you.
 
If you need to buy one of these watches, we can get one for you at certain discount.
 
HK Snob
 


Thursday, June 16, 2016

What to consider when buying your first Rolex?


1.      Price

When you are about to enter the world of Rolex, of luxury watches, price is often the factor you have to consider. You do not want to buy the cheapest Rolex model available and show your friends that you have a Rolex. For the first one, 50k-60k would be quite appropriate. The general public’s perception on a price of a Rolex is around that range.




2.      Model

Almost every Rolex model is iconic. However, you have to understand very well whether you want sports models or classic models. Again, the factor of price plays a role here. At 50k-60k, you can have the two popular sports models, the Submariner and the GMT Master II. These are two models that are easily recognized by people on the street and guarantee you very good attention.
 
 
 
 
Other than the model reference, you might want to pay attention to aesthetics. For example, again using the GMT Master II and the Submariner as examples, one may find the Submariner more classic while the GMT Master II more flashy. So, be sure to go to an AD to try before you make your final verdict.
 
3.      Function
Be practical on function when choosing your first Rolex. You can surely go for the Daytona as your first Rolex. However, does it really give you what you need? 
 
 
 
 
A Chronograph, Really?
One of the basic functions you need may include the date, instead of a chronograph. (If you want to time how long you have to wait for the green light then the chronograph goes first). So, it is recommended to choose a watch with a date window. For a more classic choice, the Datejust II is good with a fluted white gold bezel. You may also choose the Explorer II as it also has a GMT hand, with prices lower than the GMT Master II.
 
HK Snob 
 

Audumars Piguet new 2016 dive watch



This is latest Yellow Dive Watch..

MSRP is HKD$219,000

There is one from AD HK with some discount.

HK Snob

Panerai PAM616


This is the most sough after Panerai lately, the PAM616.

HKWF is able to supply this watch from HK

HK Snob