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Old 1 October 2014, 03:48 AM   #8
shane0mack
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Originally Posted by Vivalas View Post
I think if 99.9% of people had it engraved it would be worth less. However for two top Hollywood stars (some would say icons I guess) it can only add value if anything as it's now got the original story behind the watch, plus their story.

Film star association like Paul Newman or Steve McQueen only make watches more desirable I think.
It's a bit different though, no? McQueen's and Newman's Rolex watches were worth the same as any before it was found on their wrists. This one is one of a kind, and had incredible provenance PRIOR to Brad Pitt receiving it. I don't think the engraving devalues it, but I also don't think it will appreciate in value due to his ownership. The watch is so incredibly valuable in its own right, Pitt doesn't matter. I can't believe she engraved it with their character names from an upcoming movie -- so disappointing for a watch like this to be marked with some random movie that, for all we know, could totally bomb.
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