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Luigilou · 22 July 2023, 07:31 AM

This is my first Rolex. I registered interest for a Milgauss in October ‘21 with my local WOS AD. I didn’t want to play any games so sat quietly waiting. No visiting the store, sending emails or other sucking up to the AD.

March ‘23 came and the Milgauss got discontinued. A call to the AD was required and I once again went into the store to discuss alternative watches. I’d decided I wanted a DJ41, fluted, oyster with either mint green or blue dial. Luckily they had a green dial in that format I could try on. Perhaps they could have sold that to me but I didn’t push. Instead I simply registered my interest for both. I wasn’t happy with losing 17 months waiting time and the SA confirmed the registration of interest on the blue dial could be back dated to my original date as that combination existed then. The mint green dial was newer and so the registration of interest was dated for April ‘23. That’s fine, I’d be happy with either.

I then got a call Wednesday this week (21 months after my first visit to the store) asking if I was still interested in a blue dial as they may have one available. Why do they use ridiculous language? They either have one or they don’t. I confirmed I was still interested and arranged pick up for today.

I’ve got to say I’m more than just happy with my new watch. This is my first Rolex and it was definitely worth the wait.

Hopefully hearing about someone who got their watch after simply being prepared to wait helps someone else (perhaps 20 months for a DJ is considered too long for some). Also a DJ is in a minor league compared to some of the watches people are after.

My first Rolex journey is now over. Time to enjoy the new watch. It’s looking fabulous.

I can’t post a link with a photo as this is my first post. Is there any way around that?

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slide13 · 22 July 2023, 07:59 AM

Congrats! Blue dial is such a good look on the DJ

And, at least in my experience, I've heard them use that language when they're reaching out to multiple people. I know when I got my Sub recently I was not the only one they callled....just the first to commit to it.

Rolex1982 · 22 July 2023, 08:00 AM

Congrats, enjoy your beautiful watch!

KatGirl · 22 July 2023, 12:21 PM

Congrats! That’s a nice color on the DJ. I just saw one, today, IRL, on the General Manager of my car dealer. We had a nice conversation about Rolex. His had fluted bezel with Jubilee bracelet. I was not wearing my new Rolex , at the time, but when I took my test drive, I drove home and switched watches, so I could show it to him. He was on the list for a year, at my same AD.

Kat

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Dawgprint · 22 July 2023, 12:47 PM

Congratulations great piece

Carguy87 · 22 July 2023, 04:12 PM

Congrats OP! Download Tapatalk; I’ll let you post photos the easiest.

996marty · 22 July 2023, 04:54 PM

Congratulations and even though a long wait well worth it in the end just needs pictures now

Easy E · 22 July 2023, 04:56 PM

Excellent. Let’s see some pics.

Harry-57 · 22 July 2023, 06:03 PM

Congratulations. A beautiful watch.

stark1 · 22 July 2023, 08:02 PM

Congrat OP and enjoy.
You bring up a good point, though, as I never thought about how weird some of the language they us really is. When my Exp1 became available, the SA at the time said something like "I may have a unique opportunity for you", over the phone. I was too excited to think twice. In hindsight, so odd.

1William · 22 July 2023, 10:11 PM

Congratulations.

KatGirl · 22 July 2023, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by stark1

Congrat OP and enjoy.
You bring up a good point, though, as I never thought about how weird some of the language they us really is. When my Exp1 became available, the SA at the time said something like "I may have a unique opportunity for you", over the phone. I was too excited to think twice. In hindsight, so odd.

They probably have training sessions, where they are taught to use such phrases, which are designed to maintain the Rolex aura of exclusivity. They want you to feel like they are doing you a favor, by allowing you to give them thousands of dollars, for their desired product. And, we all fall for it!

Kat

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Calatrava r · 22 July 2023, 11:54 PM

So nice to hear someone say they are going to enjoy the watch they just purchased for the time being. I am sure the Rolex bug will bite again. LOL

Jackie Daytona · 23 July 2023, 12:50 AM

Congratulations! Great watch!

22 July 2023, 07:31 AM	#1
Luigilou "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: U.K. Posts: 1	Got the call and picked up today - no AD games (21 month wait) This is my first Rolex. I registered interest for a Milgauss in October ‘21 with my local WOS AD. I didn’t want to play any games so sat quietly waiting. No visiting the store, sending emails or other sucking up to the AD. March ‘23 came and the Milgauss got discontinued. A call to the AD was required and I once again went into the store to discuss alternative watches. I’d decided I wanted a DJ41, fluted, oyster with either mint green or blue dial. Luckily they had a green dial in that format I could try on. Perhaps they could have sold that to me but I didn’t push. Instead I simply registered my interest for both. I wasn’t happy with losing 17 months waiting time and the SA confirmed the registration of interest on the blue dial could be back dated to my original date as that combination existed then. The mint green dial was newer and so the registration of interest was dated for April ‘23. That’s fine, I’d be happy with either. I then got a call Wednesday this week (21 months after my first visit to the store) asking if I was still interested in a blue dial as they may have one available. Why do they use ridiculous language? They either have one or they don’t. I confirmed I was still interested and arranged pick up for today. I’ve got to say I’m more than just happy with my new watch. This is my first Rolex and it was definitely worth the wait. Hopefully hearing about someone who got their watch after simply being prepared to wait helps someone else (perhaps 20 months for a DJ is considered too long for some). Also a DJ is in a minor league compared to some of the watches people are after. My first Rolex journey is now over. Time to enjoy the new watch. It’s looking fabulous. I can’t post a link with a photo as this is my first post. Is there any way around that? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

22 July 2023, 12:21 PM	#4
KatGirl 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Kat Location: Northern Ca, USA Watch: 126233 Wimbledon T Posts: 6,022	Got the call and picked up today - no AD games (21 month wait) Congrats! That’s a nice color on the DJ. I just saw one, today, IRL, on the General Manager of my car dealer. We had a nice conversation about Rolex. His had fluted bezel with Jubilee bracelet. I was not wearing my new Rolex , at the time, but when I took my test drive, I drove home and switched watches, so I could show it to him. He was on the list for a year, at my same AD. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

23 July 2023, 12:50 AM	#14
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,031	Congratulations! Great watch! __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 116400GV \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

22 July 2023, 07:59 AM	#2
slide13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Here Posts: 953	Congrats! Blue dial is such a good look on the DJ And, at least in my experience, I've heard them use that language when they're reaching out to multiple people. I know when I got my Sub recently I was not the only one they callled....just the first to commit to it.

22 July 2023, 08:00 AM	#3
Rolex1982 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Ron the Stoic Location: Netherlands Watch: GMT Meteorite Posts: 1,263	Congrats, enjoy your beautiful watch!

22 July 2023, 12:47 PM	#5
Dawgprint "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: Us Posts: 236	Congratulations great piece

22 July 2023, 04:12 PM	#6
Carguy87 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2022 Real Name: Steve Location: Nevada Watch: JC 126660 Posts: 3,790	Congrats OP! Download Tapatalk; I’ll let you post photos the easiest.

22 July 2023, 04:54 PM	#7
996marty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Uk Watch: RolexGMT/Tudor7928 Posts: 3,097	Congratulations and even though a long wait well worth it in the end just needs pictures now

22 July 2023, 04:56 PM	#8
Easy E 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 4,513	Excellent. Let’s see some pics.

22 July 2023, 06:03 PM	#9
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 9,886	Congratulations. A beautiful watch.

22 July 2023, 08:02 PM	#10
stark1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Northeast Watch: Rolex/AP/ALS/Omega Posts: 1,439	Congrat OP and enjoy. You bring up a good point, though, as I never thought about how weird some of the language they us really is. When my Exp1 became available, the SA at the time said something like "I may have a unique opportunity for you", over the phone. I was too excited to think twice. In hindsight, so odd.

22 July 2023, 10:11 PM	#11
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 45,490	Congratulations.

22 July 2023, 11:54 PM	#13
Calatrava r 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 10,756	So nice to hear someone say they are going to enjoy the watch they just purchased for the time being. I am sure the Rolex bug will bite again. LOL

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