SD43 Prices are dropping fast on secondary market

[brmeyers]

Hey guys,

Just FYI, I talked to David SW today and he said very recently SD43 prices have been dropping pretty fast on the grey/secondary market.

So even if you cannot get one at your AD, they should be close to retail soon with Trusted Sellers or TRF members selling theirs. From what I am gathering it should be very soon.

I guess the SD43's are starting to really come in to the ADs. So if you are on a list, it may not be that much longer waiting.

Daytona C's on the other hand are still strong with no sign of falling. So that is still an issue.

I am sure many here are aware of this but for those who are not, I thought I would just share that patience will pay off soon on the SD43.

On another note, I am looking forward to getting my BLRO today in Orlando.

[GB-man]

I think once prices settle we will see a wave of incomings here by those with larger wrists. It's about damn time.

[samson66]

I think one more month before the floodgates open

[Jimbogigolo]

Although, is the watch being readily available always a good thing?

[JP Chestnut]

This one will settle down to below MSRP pretty quickly. The "have to have it right this second" guys got their watches. The dealers got their pound of flesh. Now the watch will sell on its merits.

[armen34]

Originally Posted by samson66

I think one more month before the floodgates open

agree

[TimeToWatch]

Everyone keeps talking about SD43 prices, IMO the real watch we should be talking about is the 116600. A 3 year production run and limited popularity spells a great potential for future appreciation.

[sensui]

Wow....didn't see this coming.....



Next up on the same playbook, SS Sky Dweller.

[JP Chestnut]

Originally Posted by sensui

Wow....didn't see this coming.....



Next up on the same playbook, SS Sky Dweller.

I'm waiting for my green dial Milgauss investment to pay off!

Not really

[Vaxe]

I don't regret getting mine at MSRP $12456 after tax, and is happy everyone who wants one can get theirs soon with no markup.

This is expected for a watch that fits less wrists and is 40% more expensive than the Sub-C. The average joe would just go for the 116610 (and even buy a OP for the lady and still be under), while most aficionados prefer the 5-serial or even the previous 116600. Truly a great watch, just in an awkward position.

[dmash]

Originally Posted by samson66

I think one more month before the floodgates open

Yeah I actually over estimated this one and thought it would hold over retail until next January or so. You'll probably be able to get 10-15% off this easy by Christmas.

[dmash]

Originally Posted by Vaxe

I don't regret getting mine at MSRP $12456 after tax, and is happy everyone who wants one can get theirs soon with no markup.

This is expected for a watch that fits less wrists and is 40% more expensive than the Sub-C. The average joe would just go for the 116610 (and even buy a OP for the lady and still be under), while most aficionados prefer the 5-serial or even the previous 116600. Truly a great watch, just in an awkward position.

I don't think you should ever regret paying retail if it's something you want (and are going to keep). It's only when you pay over retail that it's just an overall bad decision in my book (strictly my opinion, others may differ).

[fergusmcarthur]

Wonder if same will be seen in U.K.... we seem to have very limited supply as viewed as being "cheap" to buy here.

[JP Chestnut]

Originally Posted by Vaxe

I don't regret getting mine at MSRP $12456 after tax, and is happy everyone who wants one can get theirs soon with no markup.

This is expected for a watch that fits less wrists and is 40% more expensive than the Sub-C. The average joe would just go for the 116610 (and even buy a OP for the lady and still be under), while most aficionados prefer the 5-serial or even the previous 116600. Truly a great watch, just in an awkward position.

This is a good post. Retail is great, since it helps you build a relationship with an AD, who may some day offer you the next hot thing at... retail.

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I think the new SD is the perfect watch for someone with a large wrist who wants a fairly practical sports watch. I don't have a large wrist and prefer the classic 16600.

[Jocke]

Thay have been out so long that even Photobucket have deleted them.

[samson66]

Originally Posted by dmash

You'll probably be able to get 10-15% off this easy by Christmas.

That would sure be great if this part turns out to be correct

[harvey]

I don't recall the seadweller being a particular difficult watch to get before, so I can't see this reference being any different in months to come.

I was the second person to get it from my AD but they do have 30 on their list, with a couple of calls a day enquiring about it.

[oldman2005]

Not to mention the "Rolex investors", as the price drops the investors will back out instead of taking a loss, the demand of the watch would drop even further, I have no doubt many on the list are investors/flippers

[ttomczak]

I just wish Everest would make a strap for the SD43...

[904VT]

Yes, these will go down while the SD4k 40mm increases.

I'm not sure the market is as strong as expected or portrayed in all honesty. Judging by the availability of other large models Rolex has produced in the past, the initial demand is largely driven by a certain market niche, that is finite in capacity/saturation. Once we move past those with the specific need i.e. a large Submariner looking watch, I don't see the demand being sustainable, especially at current pricing.

[Jambos5151]

Originally Posted by ttomczak

I just wish Everest would make a strap for the SD43...

I know , they told me another year because they have to buy one and then spec it from there. Rubber b aren't much better although they said start of 2018.

[GreenLantern]

This watch was never expected to be a rare one. It's like any other Sub / Sea-Dweller, to be honest.

The initial launch was going to be pricey because of scarcity as production ramps up. But once it ramps up, should easily be had at MSRP.

[watchmework]

Watch all the people who bought them to flip for higher prices start to sweat now.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by dmash

I don't think you should ever regret paying retail if it's something you want (and are going to keep). It's only when you pay over retail that it's just an overall bad decision in my book (strictly my opinion, others may differ).

Nothing wrong with paying retail to get one early.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by AK797

Nothing wrong with paying retail to get one early.

Thank god, I was beginning to worry

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by watchmework

Watch all the people who bought them to flip for higher prices start to sweat now.

I thought this was never intended as an allocated piece and will be everywhere like the new Explorer 1 presently is.

[omx5o]

No different to the Milgauss GV then.

[watchmework]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I thought this was never intended as an allocated piece and will be everywhere like the new Explorer 1 presently is.

I don't believe it was either, however it's initial scarcity lead sellers to charge well above retail price with people willing to pay to secure one.

[mahefa]

To get high value increase on mass produced watch - it needs long waiting lists, years. SD43 can be acquired in 0-2 months.

[Pmt2]

Originally Posted by brmeyers

Hey guys,

Just FYI, I talked to David SW today and he said very recently SD43 prices have been dropping pretty fast on the grey/secondary market.

So even if you cannot get one at your AD, they should be close to retail soon with Trusted Sellers or TRF members selling theirs. From what I am gathering it should be very soon.

I guess the SD43's are starting to really come in to the ADs. So if you are on a list, it may not be that much longer waiting.

Daytona C's on the other hand are still strong with no sign of falling. So that is still an issue.

I am sure many here are aware of this but for those who are not, I thought I would just share that patience will pay off soon on the SD43.

On another note, I am looking forward to getting my BLRO today in Orlando.

Where do you see prices dropping? Davidsw is selling one for almost 16,000$ on his website and Ebay prices are also high.