First off, where do you even *start* looking? Well, Chrono24 seems to be popping up everywhere, right? It’s kinda like the eBay for fancy watches. They’ve got tons of listings, new offers daily, and you can “save favorite watches” which, let’s be real, is code for “drool over watches I can’t *quite* afford yet”. They even mention financing in the US, which… well, that’s a whole other conversation about watch addiction and responsible spending.
But seriously, you can find them there, used, new, whatever. And they seem to have international sellers, which is cool. Just, y’know, do your research on the seller before you commit. I mean, you’re dropping serious cash here.
Now, the *price*… that’s where things get a little murky. The articles mention ranges from around $2,000 to $10,000, with an average of $7,000. That’s a HUGE spread! April 2025 prices are mentioned, but hey, it’s already [current date]! So, take that with a grain of salt, ya know? Markets fluctuate and all that jazz. Basically, prepare to spend a decent chunk of change. Singapore prices are listed as starting from S$5,634, which is… well, that’s Singapore dollars, so you’ll need to convert. My head hurts already.
The one thing I *will* say is this: the Oyster Perpetual 39 is a classic for a reason. It’s simple, it’s understated (unless you get one with a bright dial, I guess), and it’s a Rolex. It’s a bit of a “if you know, you know” kind of watch. It’s not flashy, but it’s quality.
And honestly, that’s the biggest thing. Is it worth the price? That’s up to *you*. Are you buying it as an investment? Maybe. But honestly, I think you should buy a watch because you *like* it, because it makes you happy when you look at it.
Just, uh, maybe don’t tell your bank account I said that.
Okay, so to kinda, sorta wrap this all up:
* Chrono24 is a good place to start your hunt.
* Prices are all over the place, so shop around.
* Don’t be afraid to look at used options (they can be a steal!).
* And most importantly, buy a watch that you actually, genuinely *want*.