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Ranger67 · 30 March 2020, 11:44 PM

Hi all, been following this forum for a while just decided to join, I’ve been trying to purchase my first Rolex, a new Sub 116610LN for nearly 3 years, most AD’s (i’m London based) I tried weren’t interested in putting me on a waiting list or even taking any details, one dealer finally took my details around 6 months ago and I’ve just emailed them as I think sadly the pandemic situation will maybe my only chance of acquiring one but as reading through posts it’s unknown regarding supply so will wait and see.

HogwldFLTR · 30 March 2020, 11:47 PM

Good luck; hopefully it will work out for you. Nothing wrong with keeping in touch with the AD. You might consider purchasing from a TS.

Ranger67 · 30 March 2020, 11:55 PM

Thanks is TS a trade seller, not used to the abbreviations yet, hoping to pay near retail.

cdubg21 · 30 March 2020, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Ranger67

Thanks is TS a trade seller, not used to the abbreviations yet, hoping to pay near retail.

Trusted Seller. And I would pay no more than MSRP from one for now. Either your AD will call or trusted seller prices, especially on a 116610LN, will come back down to MSRP or even lower. Give it time...

watchmework · 30 March 2020, 11:58 PM

Hey there, welcome to TRF....best of luck getting the Sub date, I hope it works out for you. If not or if you get tired of waiting, like Lee mentioned you can always contact a Trusted Seller from here to negotiate a price on the watch.

Hollie_Rollie · 31 March 2020, 12:00 AM

Welcome to TRF!

stlwatchlvr · 31 March 2020, 12:00 AM

Welcome to the forum. I’m pretty new myself.

Buying a Rolex is a waiting game. If you can afford it, buying something else from the AD (that they have) will increase your chances. If you want to enjoy now, trusted seller is way to go.

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WhiskeyNovember · 31 March 2020, 12:25 AM

The 116610LN is the perfect first Rolex.

Walts · 31 March 2020, 12:34 AM

Welcome to TRF . Perhaps try an ad outside of London . Members have reported purchasing from smaller ad's outside of the metropolitan areas . Good luck

djyolky · 31 March 2020, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Ranger67

Thanks is TS a trade seller, not used to the abbreviations yet, hoping to pay near retail.

Just wait, you will be able to buy msrp from an AD very soon.

TS means trusted seller, same as grey market.

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Avs Fan · 31 March 2020, 12:40 AM

Welcome!

Ranger67 · 31 March 2020, 12:46 AM

Thanks guys, all points noted, hopefully ad will come back to me, they have acknowledged my email so fingers crossed, if not I will pursue one of the option suggested.

Fred48 · 31 March 2020, 01:51 AM

Are all the sellers on this site Trusted Sellers?

Simon_jrees · 31 March 2020, 02:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ranger67

Hi all, been following this forum for a while just decided to join, I’ve been trying to purchase my first Rolex, a new Sub 116610LN for nearly 3 years, most AD’s (i’m London based) I tried weren’t interested in putting me on a waiting list or even taking any details, one dealer finally took my details around 6 months ago and I’ve just emailed them as I think sadly the pandemic situation will maybe my only chance of acquiring one but as reading through posts it’s unknown regarding supply so will wait and see.

Welcome to TRF

djyolky · 31 March 2020, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Fred48

Are all the sellers on this site Trusted Sellers?

Nope

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Langer88 · 31 March 2020, 02:29 AM

I found smaller independent AD’s to be more helpful than the large groups. As crazy as it sounds, you need to enjoy the wait because it’s a great feeling when you finally get the call. Good luck!

c41006 · 31 March 2020, 03:13 AM

Welcome!!

Ranger67 · 31 March 2020, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Langer88

I found smaller independent AD’s to be more helpful than the large groups. As crazy as it sounds, you need to enjoy the wait because it’s a great feeling when you finally get the call. Good luck!

Thanks I have tried a few independents with no luck, they all seem to want a history of buying, it’s been nearly 3 years and its tiring especially as I don’t know if i’m any nearer acquiring.

Ranger67 · 31 March 2020, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by djyolky

Nope

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How can you tell if it’s a trusted seller?

woof · 31 March 2020, 03:29 AM

Welcome to our family!! I wish you all the luck in acquiring your Rolex. Its a lot of fun and frustrating. Please don't be discourage. Its worth the wait and effort.

Be safe and be healthy!

Phooi · 31 March 2020, 03:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ranger67

Hi all, been following this forum for a while just decided to join, I’ve been trying to purchase my first Rolex, a new Sub 116610LN for nearly 3 years, most AD’s (i’m London based) I tried weren’t interested in putting me on a waiting list or even taking any details, one dealer finally took my details around 6 months ago and I’ve just emailed them as I think sadly the pandemic situation will maybe my only chance of acquiring one but as reading through posts it’s unknown regarding supply so will wait and see.

Welcome! I believe that you should be able to get that watch in the near future.

Stay safe.

johnorpheus · 31 March 2020, 03:34 AM

welcome to TRF and best of luck on getting the sub.

garyk · 31 March 2020, 03:49 AM

Welcome. My first Rolex was a Sub date in 1979, I've bought and sold quite a few since and still have 4 with one more on the way. You definitely should be able to get a sub date soon, good luck!!

Fred48 · 31 March 2020, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ranger67

How can you tell if it’s a trusted seller?

That's what I would like to know as well.

djyolky · 31 March 2020, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fred48

That's what I would like to know as well.

I think there is a section called The Who's who". Apparently members use this area to decide who is trusted or not.

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Psmith · 31 March 2020, 12:53 PM

Welcome

brandrea · 31 March 2020, 01:06 PM

Welcome to the forum

Actsulb · 31 March 2020, 02:54 PM

Welcome to TRF!

Fred48 · 1 April 2020, 02:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by djyolky

I think there is a section called The Who's who". Apparently members use this area to decide who is trusted or not.

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Thanks much; been trying to get an answer to this question for some time now.

NewAPbuyer · 2 April 2020, 04:01 AM

Welcome!

30 March 2020, 11:44 PM	#1
Ranger67 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: Gary Location: London UK Watch: 116613LB Bluesy Posts: 1,066	New member Hi all, been following this forum for a while just decided to join, I’ve been trying to purchase my first Rolex, a new Sub 116610LN for nearly 3 years, most AD’s (i’m London based) I tried weren’t interested in putting me on a waiting list or even taking any details, one dealer finally took my details around 6 months ago and I’ve just emailed them as I think sadly the pandemic situation will maybe my only chance of acquiring one but as reading through posts it’s unknown regarding supply so will wait and see.

30 March 2020, 11:47 PM	#2
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	Good luck; hopefully it will work out for you. Nothing wrong with keeping in touch with the AD. You might consider purchasing from a TS. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

31 March 2020, 03:29 AM	#20
woof "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: san francisco Watch: SS daytona, Hulk, Posts: 1,297	Welcome to our family!! I wish you all the luck in acquiring your Rolex. Its a lot of fun and frustrating. Please don't be discourage. Its worth the wait and effort. Be safe and be healthy! __________________ Watchdog (Woof) SS daytona,Hulk,DSJC,50th SD, SS SkyD, Zblue, YMblue, MoonPhase, Rootbeer Batman, Sub, Blk GMT, Pepsi,YG Daytona, TTSD, Batgirl, 5167/1A, Speedy, P01, OP, Kermit

31 March 2020, 03:49 AM	#23
garyk 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Gary Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 11,038	Welcome. My first Rolex was a Sub date in 1979, I've bought and sold quite a few since and still have 4 with one more on the way. You definitely should be able to get a sub date soon, good luck!! __________________

31 March 2020, 12:53 PM	#26
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Welcome __________________

30 March 2020, 11:55 PM	#3
Ranger67 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: Gary Location: London UK Watch: 116613LB Bluesy Posts: 1,066	Thanks is TS a trade seller, not used to the abbreviations yet, hoping to pay near retail.

30 March 2020, 11:58 PM	#5
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	Hey there, welcome to TRF....best of luck getting the Sub date, I hope it works out for you. If not or if you get tired of waiting, like Lee mentioned you can always contact a Trusted Seller from here to negotiate a price on the watch.

31 March 2020, 12:00 AM	#6
Hollie_Rollie 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: U.S.A. Watch: SD43 Posts: 3,109	Welcome to TRF!

31 March 2020, 12:00 AM	#7
stlwatchlvr "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: St Louis, MO Posts: 111	Welcome to the forum. I’m pretty new myself. Buying a Rolex is a waiting game. If you can afford it, buying something else from the AD (that they have) will increase your chances. If you want to enjoy now, trusted seller is way to go. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 March 2020, 12:25 AM	#8
WhiskeyNovember "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: UK Watch: 116519LN Posts: 141	The 116610LN is the perfect first Rolex.

31 March 2020, 12:34 AM	#9
Walts "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New York Posts: 224	Welcome to TRF . Perhaps try an ad outside of London . Members have reported purchasing from smaller ad's outside of the metropolitan areas . Good luck

31 March 2020, 12:40 AM	#11
Avs Fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 2,386	Welcome!

31 March 2020, 12:46 AM	#12
Ranger67 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: Gary Location: London UK Watch: 116613LB Bluesy Posts: 1,066	Thanks guys, all points noted, hopefully ad will come back to me, they have acknowledged my email so fingers crossed, if not I will pursue one of the option suggested.

31 March 2020, 01:51 AM	#13
Fred48 Banned Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Colorado Posts: 323	Are all the sellers on this site Trusted Sellers?

31 March 2020, 02:29 AM	#16
Langer88 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: UK Posts: 81	I found smaller independent AD’s to be more helpful than the large groups. As crazy as it sounds, you need to enjoy the wait because it’s a great feeling when you finally get the call. Good luck!

31 March 2020, 03:13 AM	#17
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,918	Welcome!!

31 March 2020, 03:34 AM	#22
johnorpheus "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Washington D.C. Watch: all of them Posts: 1,259	welcome to TRF and best of luck on getting the sub.

31 March 2020, 01:06 PM	#27
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,697	Welcome to the forum

31 March 2020, 02:54 PM	#28
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