When we discussed about formalizing "informal auctions" recently I wrote that I'm missing stories about good or bad deals. I still think that telling about our experiences would educate us all and would help to avoid bad deals.

Consequently I have to report about my latest deal with an OnTheDash regular. But it's also my pleasure to praise Mika, the seller of this Monaco ref. 740.303G (or ref. 74033G) with Mark II bracelet and box:

Mika offered his rare Monaco in a FSOT ad on ChronoTrader. He preferred to trade his watch for a rare 60ties Carrera. Unfortunately I had nothing to offer. In a follow-up post Mika initiated a very informal auction by simply telling us the day of his final decision.

I asked for additional images and received a complete photo documentation. I placed my cash proxy bid. Mika had to evaluate and to compare a great number of trade-in and cash offers and finally decided to accept my bid.

Payment was easy and I organized the shipping from Finland to Germany by FedEx (plus ParcelPro for insurance). I received the watch and accessories very well packed.

To summarize: despite the auction-like fair pricing method this was a straightforward, smooth and fast transaction. Thanks, Mika, and I hope that the complementary Carrera deal works out well for you.

Cheers,

Mick