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17 March 2012, 12:20 AM | #1 |
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ps. What do you do when a watch sits in the display for two years? also are the watches on consignment from rolex?
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As far as Rolex is concerned, one of their watches is brand new until the moment a customer pays for it, and the warranty card is signed. With modern synthetic oils, a watch doesn't go off whilst sitting in the window - they tend to get moved around a fair bit as well, so it's not as if they'd be sitting there without running for extended periods of times. Certainly it might make things a bit more difficult for the second hand market if the warranty card goes missing, but the whole box and paperwork mantra has been drilled into people so much now, how many people actually sell without the original paperwork? In any case, I'll be glad to see serial number hysteria die down a bit: I certainly won't miss the whole "will a V-serial or a M-serial be more valuable" nonsense. The dating system was a good idea for rough estimates, the problem is that people take it as gospel now instead Hope this answers your question, Chris |
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So... your logic dictates that the watch doesn't age whilst not running, nor while running, so long as it's in a dealer's possession. Yet, when I buy it, it magically starts aging and needs to be serviced in 5 year intervals. I don't follow. |
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What is the supply like for the new SS SubC? Not that I am looking to buy one right now but say I came in to you AD on Monday and told you I wanted to purchase one how long would I expect to have to wait for one to be available? M |
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Supply for the Sub-C is very good, we've been getting two a month since launch. If you came to me tomorrow, I would say "here's the watch, congratulations!"
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how does Rolex determine what is vintage, is it a rolling time period like they use for antique cars?
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Chris...amazing how things differ across the Pond...or when compared to Asia.
When I was at Jack Road in Tokyo this past spring, the Black Dial SS Daytonas were at a $1,000 or more USD premium over white dials. I could have gotten a pristine M series White for $8,600 USD. |
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Does Rolex have any official policy regarding their AD's selling pre-owned Rolex watches or selling/installing individual dials or other cosmetic parts to the public? I used to see many years ago that some AD's had showcases just for pre-owned and showcases filled with various dials and bracelets they would sell and install on an exchange basis, and I never see that anymore.
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Wonderful thread! My question is: Why does the Turn-O-Graph seem to be unpopular. I've worn an AK, Dj and a Sub for years, but the new TOG was 'love at first sight'. Any ideas or opinions? Thanks, Mark.
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Another good question. It's hard to say for sure, but my suspicion is that people see it as caught between two roles - it doesn't know if it's a dress watch or a sports watch. With certain watches, there is always going to be just a niche following, and the TOG is one of them, unfortunately. It's certainly one I find difficult to sell personally
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Real sporting of you to start this thread Chris!!!
Hope you get a break soon |
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But I'm thinking Chris is starting to say to himself right now, "What have I done??":thumbsu p: You are a good guy Chris!
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Cheers Rob, but I honestly don't mind, the quality of questions have been really great! Just glad to be doing my bit for the forum
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Hi Chris,
Great thread, thanks for all the great info. My Qs are: - What is availability like on the new SubC-lv? Have you had any deliveries, and if so, do they go straight to 'waiting list' customers? - Or have you had any to put in the shop window? - Have you discounted any SubC-lv's? Or is it always RRP? :-) Cheers! |
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Availability has been decent on the LV, we received one on our allocation yesterday. We've cleared our waiting list, so it is sitting in the window, waiting to find a good home. As for discount, I don't know on that one, as I wasn't about when the last couple were sold |
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(/Rummages down the back of the sofa for some coins/.... I'm sure the kids will be fine with not getting any Christmas presents this year... ). |
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Thanks Chris. I also have done a few Q & A sessions in my field (feature film colour correction) and it's always rewarding to give insight into areas the general public or devotees simply cannot find solid infomation. Best for the new year mate.
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How often do you run into the "WIS-buyer" ? How long does it take to notice that the person standing in front of you is a WIS; about how many questions does it take (that they ask) and how many does it take for you to find out (that you ask to come to the "aha, your a WIS" moment)??
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Just wanted to add my note of thanks to the OP.....really enjoyed hearing what you have had to say.
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is it still snowing where you are?;)
P.S i followed ypu on twitter about a month ago. and you followed me back.. @tophstewart incase you are wondering?
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