offshore 0 Posted September 7, 2012 Spotted on ebay- http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/PVD-Squale-Rambo-Swiss-survival-watch-compass-/251135489862?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3a78d77746#ht_5939wt_1397 Now with a vested interest, I must say that these have just been offered to me, and I can sell them at $450.00 plus post. Indeed, a member here just today ordered one from me...thats a pretty good saving on Ebay pricing! Also, this is an extreme example of gouging at its finest- http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NOS-PVD-Squale-Italian-Military-Automatic-Divers-Watch-Box-Papers-/310426432372?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item4846db7374#ht_1283wt_1397 Whilst I can no longer source this, as all stock is now sold (so the seller can ask what he likes I guess),Just 2 weeks ago these would have been (my price) $550.00! Guess these Squales appreciate pretty quickly once there is no more of a specific model Guess thats why I just ordered up a heap more of the end runs of the vintage models. Offshore Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
guami007 0 Posted September 7, 2012 These watches have cult following although $3k is beyond price gouging. It's more like raping and pillaging. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGPS 0 Posted September 8, 2012 These watches have cult following although $3k is beyond price gouging. It's more like raping and pillaging. +1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve227 0 Posted September 8, 2012 Wow 3k? That's nuts! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldrick 1 Posted September 8, 2012 S'funny....I've noticed a significant increase in lots of stuff being offered from Israel recently on Ebay.....I may be wrong...but I'm getting a strong whiff of Nigeria Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
offshore 0 Posted September 8, 2012 B, Its even funnier that I was going to make almost the same comment. Do a search on Doxa, and much of it is from Israel. Or look at "Vintage Diver" and there are also lots. But these 2 here are just blatant gouging...there is a difference between making a good profit due to your own diligence, and ripping off any poor fool who comes along. Offshore Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
offshore 0 Posted September 8, 2012 FWIW, These were the last 4 of this version available, and I have bought the gold/gold for stock, and a member here has grabbed the blue dial, so if anyone else has interest in the white or the black/gilt, $450.00 plus post will take out one of these. They are ETA quartz, and measure 45/47mm. Originally manufactured circa 1980. Offshore Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rbel13 0 Posted September 13, 2012 wouldn't wear it if someone paid me to Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gB. 0 Posted September 13, 2012 Not for me, but interesting nonetheless. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted September 13, 2012 wouldn't wear it if someone paid me to I'm sure that offshore, who is attempting to make a living, will thank you for that constructive, supportive comment... Ever heard the phrase "If you've not got anything nice to say, don't say anything at all"? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
offshore 0 Posted September 13, 2012 wouldn't wear it if someone paid me to Its probably not exactly my cup of tea either...however, different strokes for different folks................ Two members of this forum jumped on them, and another got very squelchy in the crotch when he saw it! There are still people in this world who work outside of permanent GPS availability. O/S Edit Just beat me X....nah I'm cool...everyone to their own taste...some people even just like reps! O/S Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted September 13, 2012 Besides, he hasn't seen one. i just did a MVT swap for a client on the St Ives version (same watch, different branding) that Squale also made and it's a very solid well made piece, not a toy at all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparkal 4 Posted September 13, 2012 I have to say my initial reaction to this watch was "hmm not for me", Then I got home from work and did a bit of research, got over the name Rambo, and though fuck this is awesome. I jet ski long distances, we basically do orienteering but on supercharged water craft. We use charts to plot our routes and rely on landmarks and the sun only. Compass on string @ 75mph = difficult and lost compass. Compass built into solid lump strapped to wrist = winning edge Love the crown placement, and the sheer size of this vintage nos watch. Can't wait to get this bad boy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
