How much is this worth? $$2300 Rousseau Libretto Watch

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JustBlaze786

20-06-2006 01:42:26

[bfc5564c002]2300 dollar Rousseau Libretto watch, NIB with Certificate![/bfc5564c002]

My grandpa gifted this to me, but I have no use for it. I mean I could really use the extra money. I knwo it might seem a bit mean, but I've consulted with him, he's fine with it.

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[code1fc5564c002]so info from the main site.
Model #: 7724
Movement: Automatic 2055 w/ 35 jewels
Case: 41mm x 15mm stainless steel
Screw-down case back
Exhibition back w/ decorated rotor
Functions: Big date window
Dual day night & 24 hour subsidiary dial
Retrograde flyback day indicator
Crystal: Curved Mineral
Water resist: 3 ATM
Band: 195mm x 22mm genuine crocodile leather
Stainless steel buckle
MSRP: $ 2295
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My Pictures.

Watch
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Certificate
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How much can I get for this? And I'm taking offers.
I'm not looking for retaiil price, just a generous fair offer.

Kidd

20-06-2006 07:37:54

ill offer u 400

Bill

20-06-2006 08:02:26

Hmmm... Judging by your post I'd say it's worth $2300...

FreeOffersNow

20-06-2006 08:42:28

Regardless of what he might have said, I'd assume he doesn't want you to sell it. Many older men begin to give valuables to younger male relatives (sons, grandsons) when they start thinking about death. I don't have any literature on it right here, but I'm sure you can Google for some information. More than likely he would like you to keep it as something to remember him by...

My grandfather gave me his Remington 1100 20ga. shotgun (I believe this is the model, though my father took it with him to Florida in our gun cabinet, and hasn't brought it back to me yet so I can't double check) before he died...it's not worth a whole lot (between $700-$1,000 last I knew), but the value to me is knowing that he wanted me to have it. I will NEVER sell it. I suggest you keep the watch.

double_d

20-06-2006 09:50:02

IAWTC

jy3

20-06-2006 12:43:42

yeah i wouldnt sell it either. also, NIB - does that suggest it wasnt opened?
(new in box)

JKirk

20-06-2006 12:57:14

I wouldn't sell it although I wouldn't wear it either. It depends on whether your grandpa bought it for you just for the heck of it or for a holiday or if he handed it down to you.

UsfGeek

20-06-2006 12:59:05

[quote66242313f9="JKirk"]I wouldn't sell it although I wouldn't wear it either. It depends on whether your grandpa bought it for you just for the heck of it or for a holiday or if he handed it down to you.[/quote66242313f9]

I agree with that statement. I would just hold onto it, to make it look like you love it. You don't wanna let your grandpa down.

Jeorgius

20-06-2006 13:04:08

[quoted8850f8dbb="FreeOffersNow"]Regardless of what he might have said, I'd assume he doesn't want you to sell it. Many older men begin to give valuables to younger male relatives (sons, grandsons) when they start thinking about death. I don't have any literature on it right here, but I'm sure you can Google for some information. More than likely he would like you to keep it as something to remember him by...

My grandfather gave me his Remington 1100 20ga. shotgun (I believe this is the model, though my father took it with him to Florida in our gun cabinet, and hasn't brought it back to me yet so I can't double check) before he died...it's not worth a whole lot (between $700-$1,000 last I knew), but the value to me is knowing that he wanted me to have it. I will NEVER sell it. I suggest you keep the watch.[/quoted8850f8dbb]


Go with this man, he is wise.

Godrockdj

20-06-2006 13:13:50

After my grandmother died, the women of the family gathered to look through her extensive jewelry collection to pick something to keep. Since my branch of the family lived near by we visited them quite often and I have borrowed a necklace/bracelet set over the years for proms. Since I knew exactly what it was stored in and was able to find it first, I got to keep it. This diamond tennis braclet/ matching necklace is set in gold must be worth [iaa286ec317]thousands[/iaa286ec317]. And I'm talking thousands here. We don't even want to have it appraised because my hubby would have a heart attack lol. So far, he's been great about understanding the want to not sell them, even to possibly raise $$$$ for our businesses. But a man can only take so much LOL

brendenipod

20-06-2006 15:42:13

Yes, you should definitely keep it. I was given a really nice watch from my grandfather as well. You wil be glad to have one for special occasions.

JustBlaze786

20-06-2006 18:10:37

I have consulted with him, and he has given me too much, he's fine with it..

theysayjump

20-06-2006 18:27:45

As much as your guys' posts are well-meaning, I don't think JustBlaze really gives a shit or was asking for advice on whether to keep it or not. shrug

Shame.

JustBlaze786

20-06-2006 18:35:29

Word. I want to sell it. That's that.

Anything higher than 400 ? people cmon.

Daggoth

20-06-2006 18:53:47

Ebay Price [=http//cgi.ebay.com/Mens-Rousseau-LIBRETTO-Automatic-Retro-Big-Date-Watch_W0QQitemZ8949427940QQcategoryZ31387QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem]Ebay Price

This guys says its the same watch and he is selling for $90, but it is a pretty good chance that it is fake.

JustBlaze786

20-06-2006 18:59:58

wow.. guaranteed to be authentic.. i don't think its real though.. what does everyone else think?

ilanbg

20-06-2006 19:05:15

It's obviously a fake.

/me uses common sense.

Daggoth

20-06-2006 19:10:27

Ya, but why would a trader with such high TR want to risk his rep for that?

JustBlaze786

20-06-2006 19:12:09

ok i'm convinced. he's a fake.

http//cgi.ebay.com/Womens-Paolo-Gucci-Two-Tone-Champagne-Watch_W0QQitemZ8940099572QQcategoryZ31387QQcmdZViewItem

Those watches are around 800 bucks. And no way it's for 50 shipped.

Daggoth

20-06-2006 19:28:38

Well, look at in a buyer's prespective. He thinks that your item is just as legit as the next person's, unless you start your bidding at around $2k

Gooogler

20-06-2006 22:24:54

Even though you got his consent, I would still not sell it.

thetruedark1

24-06-2006 11:11:56

dont you'll regeret it

double_d

24-06-2006 11:42:32

[quotee190055b1c="theysayjump"]As much as your guys' posts are well-meaning, I don't think JustBlaze really gives a shit or was asking for advice on whether to keep it or not. shrug

Shame.[/quotee190055b1c]

You're probably right. Live and learn I guess. cry

KeithA

24-06-2006 13:05:27

This is why I insist that my older relatives bequeath nothing but consumer electronics to me. It would be too complicated receiving valuable items of no use or interest to me.

bballp6699

24-06-2006 13:19:13

My relatives don't really have money, so I'll never be in this situation atleast...

theysayjump

24-06-2006 13:22:29

[quote5e6b764134="bballp6699"]My relatives don't really have money, so I'll never be in this situation atleast...[/quote5e6b764134]

Congrats. arrow

ajasax

24-06-2006 18:24:56

[quotedefef88fc7="bballp6699"]My relatives don't really have money, so I'll never be in this situation atleast...[/quotedefef88fc7]
No Rolexes or Mercedes for me either (

JustBlaze786

24-06-2006 20:55:47

Meh.. Sold it guys. $615 shipped on craigslist. I've decided to buy some 100-200 thing for my granpa )

theysayjump

24-06-2006 21:01:05

[quote1492bd0682="JustBlaze786"]Meh.. Sold it guys. $615 shipped on craigslist. I've decided to buy some 100-200 thing for my granpa )[/quote1492bd0682]

Buy him a watch.

ilanbg

25-06-2006 00:05:14

Your dad bought you a $2300 watch and you sold it for $615? shock

He didn't keep a receipt?

JustBlaze786

25-06-2006 00:10:37

pshtt. it's lost its value from so long. Odd.

Gigante

25-06-2006 15:21:33

Hmm... Your Grandpa bought you a $2.3k watch and ur gonna buy him something for $100-200? make sense to you I guess