First off, don’t go expectin’ to walk into some place and find shelves overflowing with brand spankin’ new Rolexes ready to be snatched up at a discount. The *real* deal is usually in the pre-owned market. Why? Cuz, well, Rolexes ain’t cheap, and gettin’ one second hand, especially if it’s in good nick, can save ya a *serious* chunk of change. I mean, we’re talkin’ potentially thousands, folks.
So, where to look? Seems like Diamond & Jewelry Gallery is throwin’ its hat in the ring, claimin’ they got a big ol’ stash of pre-owned Rolexes for both the guys and gals. And get this – they got their own Rolex repair dudes IN-HOUSE! That’s a big plus, honestly. If something goes wonky down the line (and with mechanical watches, stuff *always* goes wonky eventually), you’re not stuck huntin’ around for some specialized watchmaker.
Then there’s Estate Watch and Jewelry. These guys are boastin’ about havin’ the “largest gold Rolex collection” in San Antonio, which… okay, if you’re into gold Rolexes, that’s your spot, I guess. Me? I’m more of a stainless steel kinda guy, but hey, to each their own. Plus, they got used Datejusts and vintage stuff, too, so it’s worth a peak.
Don’t discount Exclusive Timepieces, either. They talk a good game about great savings and “pedigree world class watches.” Sounds fancy, right? But “great savings” is always music to my ears. And they claim some of their watches are practically brand new, never even been worn. Score!
Now, here’s where things get a little…sketchy. I saw something about Swiss Wrist? I don’t know, the name sounds kinda…off. They’re talkin’ about cash payouts, which usually means they’re buying watches, not necessarily selling ’em. But hey, maybe they got a good selection too, so do your homework.
Oh, and Broadway Watchessa, or actually Gurinsky’s Jewelers…they are selling Luminox online. Nice watches but if you want a Rolex, they probably don’t have them.
My opinion? Shop around. Don’t just jump at the first shiny thing you see. Check out multiple places, compare prices, and *absolutely* inspect the watch closely before you drop any dough. Look for scratches, dents, weird noises, anything that just doesn’t feel right. Ask about the watch’s history, if they have any paperwork, and definitely see if you can get it authenticated by a reputable watchmaker before you commit.
