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 Post subject: What's It Worth?
PostPosted: Wed Sep 02, 2009 7:58 am 
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Members, I am looking to sell a Colt Automatic which I purchased in 1997. It's seen plenty of use and shows signs of wear. I will be sending it out to Breitling Service for maintenance and polishing. What could I ask for this timepiece, after its service? I have the original packaging and papers, but since they were stored for a recent move, I haven't been able to locate them? Here are the specs, and the only pic I've taken of it thus far (better pics will come after its returned from service):

Breitling Colt Automatic
Reference Number: A17035
Production Years: 1992-1998
Case: Stainless Steel / Screw-down Back
Movement: Breitling 17 2824 25-jewels
Power Reserve: 42 Hours
Water Resistance: 300m
Bezel: Unidirectional
Crown: Screw down
Crystal: N/A
Dial: Applied Arabic hour markers
Indications: Date Aperture @ 3
Diameter: 38mm
Thickness: 11mm
Weight: N/A
Bracelet: Professional Stainless Steel
Lug Width: 18mm

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 Post subject: Re: What's It Worth?
PostPosted: Wed Sep 02, 2009 4:37 pm 
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Im not sure it would be worth sending out for service if you plan to sell it soon. Service should run $300-400, even though the watch is definitely worth under a grand.

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 Post subject: Re: What's It Worth?
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I sold one recently for £600 complete boxed with all papaerwork and serviced etc,However I saw one go recently on the bay for under £400 it all depends on how much someonw wants it Id say between £500-£600 and I wouldnt bother with the service as you will more than likley loose that money as it wont add significantly to the value maybe £100 and it may cost £300+ :?

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Don't bother with a service. No way will you recoup the cost when selling.

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