Importance of "white tags" for resale?

[Ericiu]

Hi all, I was reading through the forum regarding this... looking to purchase a PM Rolex from a dealer here and wanted some advice.

The watch I want can be had with/without the "white tag" that has the serial number. I've read some ADs purposely keep the white tag and others don't care and will give it to the customer.

How critical to resale value would you say having this white tag is all else being equal (boxes, warranty card, green tag)?

Thanks in advance

[kieselguhr]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

Hi all, I was reading through the forum regarding this... looking to purchase a PM Rolex from a dealer here and wanted some advice.



The watch I want can be had with/without the "white tag" that has the serial number. I've read some ADs purposely keep the white tag and others don't care and will give it to the customer.



How critical to resale value would you say having this white tag is all else being equal (boxes, warranty card, green tag)?



Thanks in advance

If the person I was selling it to demanded I reduce the price because of a missing white tag, I’ll just sell to someone else.

[Calatrava r]

I would not worry over the white tag, but I am sure for some it is a deal breaker. Some folks are more interested in the packaging than the watch.

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I would not worry over the white tag, but I am sure for some it is a deal breaker. Some folks are more interested in the packaging than the watch.

There is a member here who is adamant that the white tag must be present for a full set to be complete. I feel that is a bit over the top. Perhaps he will weigh in if/when he sees this thread.

[mykii]

Originally Posted by Bigblu10

There is a member here who is adamant that the white tag must be present for a full set to be complete. I feel that is a bit over the top. Perhaps he will weigh in if/when he sees this thread.

That is a little over the top, but hey it's a hobby so the fact there are such eccentric people around doesn't surprise me.

[42itus]

Originally Posted by mykii

That is a little over the top, but hey it's a hobby so the fact there are such eccentric people around doesn't surprise me.

I think I know who @bigblu10 is talking about. This guy (who is totally entitled to his opinion) is adamant that a complete set includes the white tag, bezel protector, outer white box... To each his own.

Yeah, it would be good to have if it doesn't change the price, but I would never pay more for it.

[Bigblu10]

None. Many AD's keep the white tag, and it has no bearing on value.
FWIW I purchased a new YG Sub from a seller here and it came with everything...except that tag. I could care less as the watch was discounted 25% off MSRP. And I plan to keep it.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

Hi all, I was reading through the forum regarding this... looking to purchase a PM Rolex from a dealer here and wanted some advice.

The watch I want can be had with/without the "white tag" that has the serial number. I've read some ADs purposely keep the white tag and others don't care and will give it to the customer.

How critical to resale value would you say having this white tag is all else being equal (boxes, warranty card, green tag)?

Thanks in advance

The most important bit the watch and the warranty card the white tag is mainly a AD internal admin thing in most of the world, but the USA which is a separate company might be different.And IMHO is not critical for sale or future resale its just a bit of plastic..

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

How critical to resale value would you say having this white tag is all else being equal (boxes, warranty card, green tag)?

To me? not critical at all. I would be far more concerned about the condition, service history and time keeping performance of the watch.

[time_and_cars]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

Hi all, I was reading through the forum regarding this... looking to purchase a PM Rolex from a dealer here and wanted some advice.

The watch I want can be had with/without the "white tag" that has the serial number. I've read some ADs purposely keep the white tag and others don't care and will give it to the customer.

How critical to resale value would you say having this white tag is all else being equal (boxes, warranty card, green tag)?

Thanks in advance

This forum looks like a place everyone is a Grey market dealer of need some advice to make a good investment or a good deal from a money point of view..... What a shame


White tags people don't even know they exist

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by time_and_cars

This forum looks like a place everyone is a Grey market dealer of need some advice to make a good investment or a good deal from a money point of view..... What a shame


White tags people don't even know they exist

Been like this for quite some time now, few want to talk about watches any longer

[Ericiu]

Ok thank you for all the replies.

Yes I agree the watch itself is the most important but since it's a PM Rolex at substantial cost, I wanted to know what you guys thought about the lack of a white tag affecting resale over a used watch that had a white tag.

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

Ok thank you for all the replies.

Yes I agree the watch itself is the most important but since it's a PM Rolex at substantial cost, I wanted to know what you guys thought about the lack of a white tag affecting resale over a used watch that had a white tag.

What are you buying? Don't be bashful!

[Ericiu]

Originally Posted by Bigblu10

What are you buying? Don't be bashful!

Ha! The Everose Sky-D with dark rhodium dial... I think it looks gorgeous and quite practical for me with its complications.

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

Ha! The Everose Sky-D with dark rhodium dial... I think it looks gorgeous and quite practical for me with its complications.

Nice! That is a heavyweight. Post pics when you get it!

[Harry-57]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

Ha! The Everose Sky-D with dark rhodium dial... I think it looks gorgeous and quite practical for me with its complications.

Bloody hell!

That's a fantastic pick up. Congratulations.

The white tag is not important. Sometimes you get one, sometimes you don't. Ditto the bezel protector.

[037]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

Yes I agree the watch itself is the most important but since it's a PM Rolex at substantial cost, I wanted to know what you guys thought about the lack of a white tag affecting resale over a used watch that had a white tag.

$0.00. Maybe less.

Edit: crossed posts. Model answered above.

[Tools]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

Ok thank you for all the replies.

Yes I agree the watch itself is the most important but since it's a PM Rolex at substantial cost, I wanted to know what you guys thought about the lack of a white tag affecting resale over a used watch that had a white tag.

Condition of the watch is paramount.

You should never buy a poor condition watch with any kind of tag or box, over a pristine condition watch without, that just doesn't make sense.

[illiguy]

Originally Posted by 2nastie

White tags are not really considered the total package anymore. A lot of ADs don't provide the item as part of the sale. Many ADs keep it as part of their own inventory control or "Rolex policy."

This. These days, you get watch with stickers removed, warranty card and booklets, inner and outer box (and sleeve), bag with links remaining after sizing, sometimes plastic bezel protector, and sometimes white serial and green chronometer hang tag. That is the new “full set.”

Originally Posted by Tools

Condition of the watch is paramount.



You should never buy a poor condition watch with any kind of tag or box, over a pristine condition watch without, that just doesn't make sense.

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[beshannon]

Originally Posted by Ericiu

Ok thank you for all the replies.

Yes I agree the watch itself is the most important but since it's a PM Rolex at substantial cost, I wanted to know what you guys thought about the lack of a white tag affecting resale over a used watch that had a white tag.

When do you plan to resell the watch?

[Ericiu]

Originally Posted by beshannon

When do you plan to resell the watch?

No time soon... And price difference is substantial (1-3K) just don't think its worth it but thought I'd do my homework first on its importance

[2nastie]

White tags are not really considered the total package anymore. A lot of ADs don't provide the item as part of the sale. Many ADs keep it as part of their own inventory control or "Rolex policy."

[42itus]

I would never pay extra for one if I was buying and I would absolutely not drop my price if I was selling one without it. If potential buyer asked me to lower my price I would not even entertain the thought.

[vivicorsi]

Hangtag 1000 € More
Bezel protector 2000€ more
Stickers ... oh my god 10.000 € more , at least!
Outerbox and no name on the warranty card....better check out Sotheby’s ! At least 100.000!

[Simon_jrees]

I'd place the sales tag in the same category as the stickers and in most cases, the bezel protector.

[nikesupremedunk]

It’s not the most important piece at all but if you had 2 exact sets for sale and one had it but the other didn’t which would you go for? Also it may not matter much now but 10-20 years from now who knows? I wouldn’t refuse a watch for not coming with it but I’d absolutely want it if I can.

[Nikrnic]

Never had an AD hold back anything even recently. Full set, white tag is always a plus but not a dealbreaker. Everything is however relevant to the price.

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[tkc324]

No one cares about the white tag...

[joli160]

Originally Posted by tkc324

No one cares about the white tag...

I would be willing to pay extra for a real full set.
Not having this piece is not a deal breaker for me.

[Bizcut1]

I don't think I ever checked for it. Not going to now, either.