Well, I tried on a 372 at the NYC boutique last weekend, and since I can't get it out of my head I'm reluctantly selling my two daily wearers to fund my latest obsession.
I'm the second owner of both. Both were purchased here on the Collector's Market from trusted 'ristis who originally purchased the watches at ADs. The 312 is a 3 box set. The 243 is a 2 box set (missing outer brown cardboard). Both are missing the bezel protectors. Other than that, they are complete. They are being offered only with the straps that were originally delivered with them, NOT the straps mounted in the pics. The OEM straps are worn, but the watches have mostly been on other straps. Additional straps and buckles, however, are available on a negotiated basis.
The 312 has been my daily wearer for about 3 years. The case and crystal are very clean, but the bezel shows signs of wear. In addition to the normal and expected swirlies and hairlines, there are a couple of more noticeable dings and scratches congregated around the 12 o'clock position. I would rate the condition excellent with the exception of the bezel which knocks it down to very good. Asking price is $5500 USD.
The 243 has been my weekend watch for about a year. It has a few light scratches commensurate with regular wear but overall the condition is excellent. Asking price for this one is $5500 USD as well.
I agonize over describing watches accurately but have found in the past that others can be much more anal than I am, so while I have tried to describe the condition fairly and accurately, I'd prefer a buyer to think of these as "very nice beaters". If that's what you are looking for, you won't be disappointed. If you are really after something closer to new, hoping to overlook the imperfections, these may not be for you.
I have included the crappy iPhone pics below to comply with the posting rules, but will make an effort to send higher quality and more detailed pics to any seriously interested parties. The set pics were taken this morning, the wrist shots are a few months old. I am a terrible photographer and don't own a real camera but my girlfriend has a DSLR and can be enlisted to help if needed. Further, I am willing to talk on the phone to any potential buyer to answer any questions or concerns.
