The unified Rolex in the window thread

[chrisparker]

All the Rolex dealers are being incredibly difficult.

But, in their defence they have nothing to sell, and for staff who work on a commission that must be really cra**y.

Pretty sure AD's are getting the same amount of watches to sell as previous years. Don't feel sorry for the staff –*the grey dealers are getting plenty of new stock, it's got to be coming from somewhere. Staff are making their commission and a little bit extra too.

[Nairn1980]

I had some time to kill in town yesterday so wondered into the local Rolex Boutique to have a looksie. In truth, I didn’t have a strong intention to buy anything and I knew I was safe as they wouldn’t be in a position to sell me anything either but I’ve long been curious about an OP36.

Can I help you sir?
Yes, I’m aware that buying a Rolex is not straightforward but I noticed you had a couple of exhibition pieces in the window and I was curious about trying on an Oyster Perpetual.
Yes, we have a 41,36 and 34 to try. These are registration pieces only, I hope you understand. Would it be your first Rolex?
Yes, it would.
How wonderful. I’m afraid we don’t accept walk-ins but I’d be happy to book you an appointment to try one on.
Errrr. Right you are. Bye then.

The store was completely empty. Just me, the shop assistant and a security guard. All stood around, doing nothing and the watches were visibly in reach. Never heard of making an appointment to try a watch on that you can’t buy. Maybe it’s just a step to stop time wasters like me going on lists on a whim but honestly, how silly!

Edit:
This might be normal. It was a shock to me though.

Yeh, essentially they couldn’t be bothered.
Typical for Rolex ADs these days.

[Buster73]

Pretty sure AD's are getting the same amount of watches to sell as previous years. Don't feel sorry for the staff –*the grey dealers are getting plenty of new stock, it's got to be coming from somewhere. Staff are making their commission and a little bit extra too.

Something I heard the other day from within the industry confirmed the last sentence except it’s not “ a little bit “ extra.

[rico]

Hot watches from 2022 are being offered on Facebook groups like there’s no tomorrow. They must be coming from somewhere!

[joe narvey]

I think some very mean comments about ADs here. They are lovely people and doing their level best to delight the enthusiast with the watch of their dreams.

[M1011]

I think some very mean comments about ADs here. They are lovely people and doing their level best to delight the enthusiast with the watch of their dreams.

Or a 'suitable alternative'

This is what I got from my local AD a few months back when trying for the super in-demand (apparently) 34mm OP... I didn't make a follow up appointment with this particular AD.

[joe narvey]

I’m collecting my long awaited white face SS Daytona tomorrow so I think they are lovely people.

[markrlondon]

Pretty sure AD's are getting the same amount of watches to sell as previous years. Don't feel sorry for the staff –*the grey dealers are getting plenty of new stock, it's got to be coming from somewhere. Staff are making their commission and a little bit extra too.

This, absolutely.

[Stonewood]

I’m collecting my long awaited white face SS Daytona tomorrow so I think they are lovely people.

Congratulations!! That really is the pinnacle of the Rolex steel watches.


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[Gareth-W]

I’m collecting my long awaited white face SS Daytona tomorrow so I think they are lovely people.

Good news, look forward to seeing the pics after collection Joe.

[joe narvey]

I think it wears too small on my chunky wrists, but I’ll put up with it.

[gaurav_tzuk]

I’ll take it off you for RRP + £1

I think it wears too small on my chunky wrists, but I’ll put up with it.

[ajw232]

Nice, I’m waiting for the same one - it was the first Rolex I wanted and I’ve still never owned a white dial ss daytona.

[joe narvey]

I’ll take it off you for RRP + £1

Very generous of you sir don’t be too disappointed if I kindly decline your offer.

Now, about the blue face sky-dweller.

[Mj2k]

I think it wears too small on my chunky wrists, but I’ll put up with it.

Lucky you, I’m not even allowed on the list & it’s my dream watch.

Love the tweed by the way!


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[ac11111]

I think it wears too small on my chunky wrists, but I’ll put up with it.

Nice…I’m very jealous, they also wouldn’t entertain even putting me on the list for a Daytona …. One day!

[Gareth-W]

I think it wears too small on my chunky wrists, but I’ll put up with it.

# hard times

[mjrennie]

I think it wears too small on my chunky wrists, but I’ll put up with it.

That has always been my impression when I've tried on a Daytona. Not having a date is also a problem for me. That said, it looks gorgeous.

[Stonewood]

Nice…I’m very jealous, they also wouldn’t entertain even putting me on the list for a Daytona …. One day!

An AD told me that there was a 10 year wait list and they aren’t even taking registers of interest any more. I get the impression these watches are very few in production and only go to people who buy the full gold Rolex watches.


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[darko]

PSA: 1967 1016 Explorer for sale at James Usher Lincoln. No papers from what I understand.
No affiliation, just a a heads up if anyones looking.

[WillS]

Have been asked by my old boss where to get a sub as he knows I like watches. Replied saying not much hope unless through grey market or buying other models while he waits, reading this thread shows I wasn’t wrong!

[TaketheCannoli]

Market Cross jewellers today had around 50 Rolex in their window display and every single one of them was reduced. Times are changing. Has the bubble burst?

[boring_sandwich]

Prices are definitely softening but still above retail from my enquires to the trade when considering selling a Green Bezel Submariner.

[ryanb741]

Market Cross jewellers today had around 50 Rolex in their window display and every single one of them was reduced. Times are changing. Has the bubble burst?

Good. I managed to get a ND Sub today from Mappin and Webb. To wear! Buying a Sub because I want to wear it. Strange I know!

Hopefully I'll be able to get a Daytona soon. Again, to wear. Madness I know!

[Jon Kenney]

Good. I managed to get a ND Sub today from Mappin and Webb. To wear! Buying a Sub because I want to wear it. Strange I know!

Hopefully I'll be able to get a Daytona soon. Again, to wear. Madness I know!

"Wear" to you is like 'try on' for anyone else.

I'll give it six weeks max.

I look forward to the reason.

[Nairn1980]

Good. I managed to get a ND Sub today from Mappin and Webb. To wear! Buying a Sub because I want to wear it. Strange I know!

Hopefully I'll be able to get a Daytona soon. Again, to wear. Madness I know!

It’ll be advertised for sale soon then? Lol

[boring_sandwich]

It’ll be advertised for sale soon then? Lol

It’s just not worth all the hassle advertising on SC at even trade buy in price on a newish Rolex.

[Gareth-W]

Good. I managed to get a ND Sub today from Mappin and Webb. To wear! Buying a Sub because I want to wear it. Strange I know!

Hopefully I'll be able to get a Daytona soon. Again, to wear. Madness I know!

GLWTS 😉

[NigeG]

Went through LHR T5 at the weekend. One Ladies DJ 28mm actually for sale in the WoS Rolex Boutique.

Plenty of exhibition watches of course including a Submariner Date Bluesy, a Deep Sea, Sea Dweller and a Daytona of some description (I didn’t take much notice of it)

Was very taken with the Sea Dweller though. Salesman was keen to check if I have WoS purchase history (I don’t). He asked if I flew regularly (not much since retiring) and suggested that I build some history in their other shop buying maybe a Longines for around a grand, a Tissot for £300, a Tudor for a couple of grand etc and then maybe I’d be able to be on the list for a Sports Rolex. An SD might be acquired after around six months wait. But I’d need to agree a date within seven days of receiving the call and book a flight etc to get there


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[KavKav]

Well that was my thought. We’re both here, the watches are here, neither of us have anything else to do, why not just let me try on the watches?

Nope. You must prove your dedication to going on the list by going away and coming back at a time that suits the AD so that they might honour you with an opportunity.

It’s fine, like I said, I’m not really looking to buy anyway and I was expecting a slightly snooty shopping experience but that was a bit much.

I have to say that the expression ‘Merchant Bankers’ come easily to mind!

[Mr_Mac]

Last time I enquired about a Rolex at my local AD I was told they were no longer adding any names to lists irrespective of model.

You can imagine my surprise when 2 years later I’ve just received a call offering me the watch I initially enquired about.

[David_D]

Last time I enquired about a Rolex at my local AD I was told they were no longer adding any names to lists irrespective of model.

You can imagine my surprise when 2 years later I’ve just received a call offering me the watch I initially enquired about.

Don’t tease! Which model?!

[Mr_Mac]

Don’t tease! Which model?!

Explorer II Polar 226570

[Stuno1]

Explorer II Polar 226570

My friend got a call a few weeks ago for one of those too. Turned it down.

[David_D]

Explorer II Polar 226570

Very nice! Lovely watch with the white dial. Glad you got it! Enjoy.

[Hartyuk]

Good. I managed to get a ND Sub today from Mappin and Webb. To wear! Buying a Sub because I want to wear it. Strange I know!

Hopefully I'll be able to get a Daytona soon. Again, to wear. Madness I know!

Did you get the sub brand new? Congrats either way!

[Hartyuk]

I know someone who got the call for a steel Daytona very recently and was told payment by bank transfer only. On stuff like that they want all the margin possible.

From a AD?? Thats crazy!

[Nairn1980]

From a AD?? Thats crazy!

Not really, I’ve heard this before.
If you’re getting a Daytona at list price (less than half grey price), you’ll pay their chosen method lol
That’s likely their attitude anyway

[ryanb741]

Did you get the sub brand new? Congrats either way!

Indeed I did, wearing it now :)

[RAJEN]

Is that now officially the longest you’ve owned a time piece?

It is soooooooo boring he is having trouble getting rid of it.
Or may be it is because of risk of offending the AD.
Anyway enjoy it, Ryan. It IS boring but in a good way.

[ryanb741]

Is that now officially the longest you’ve owned a time piece?

Actually I sold it today and ended up losing money on it as WF only offered me £6.5k and I paid RRP of £7.5k a week or so ago so there you go guys, sign of the times

[Martylaa]

Actually I sold it today and ended up losing money on it as WF only offered me £6.5k and I paid RRP of £7.5k a week or so ago so there you go guys, sign of the times

You can afford to lose £1k just like that?

You should of offered it up here for RRP (it is Xmas you know), it would have sold no problem haha.


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[Stuno1]

My friend got a call for a James Cameron today. I think they are churning through lists at the moment. Great news for him.

[Berty234]

Actually I sold it today and ended up losing money on it as WF only offered me £6.5k and I paid RRP of £7.5k a week or so ago so there you go guys, sign of the times

You did what now, Ryan???! I sense a joke :)

[ryanb741]

You did what now, Ryan???! I sense a joke :)

Yep a joke lol. Still have it!

[Gareth-W]

Yep a joke lol. Still have it!

GLWTS Ryan 

(But keep it on your WA group in case the AD are on here. Allegedly.)

[HappyJack]

Yeh, essentially they couldn’t be bothered.
Typical for Rolex ADs these days.

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[warhog]

Heathrow T2 had a couple of options, non of interest to me though. Gold skydweller, two tone seadweller, and some ladies pieces.

GMT and sub lists still closed since last Yr.

It was nice to hear that they actually had something. sign of the times

[gaurav_tzuk]

Flew out of T5 a few weeks back and they had nothing to sell…

Heathrow T2 had a couple of options, non of interest to me though. Gold skydweller, two tone seadweller, and some ladies pieces.

GMT and sub lists still closed since last Yr.

It was nice to hear that they actually had something. sign of the times

[wileeeeeey]

Pelagos 39 in Heathrow T3 WoS

No discounts anymore, just standard RRP.