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mrclutch3 · 23 July 2019, 09:30 AM

Hello everyone, I'm new to this forum and have just started seriously considering collecting Rolex watches.

I'd like to know from those who live in the Toronto area which AD would be the best to build a long-term relationship such that I could acquire some of the sought-after pieces later on. I have purchased a couple of luxury watches in the past (a Speedy pro and a Cartier for my wife) but in both times I just went with two different ADs for convenience/price reasons. I sort of regret that I didn't use those opportunities to build a relationship as they don't carry Rolex.

Actually, my next purchase will be a Tudor Black Bay this year, so I hope that gets the relationship started. So basically, where should I go get the Tudor.

Thanks in advance.

AirKing95 · 26 February 2020, 01:46 PM

I haven’t purchased my watch yet as I’m still hunting. But Knar jewellers in Oakville have some of the nicest staff and great assortment of other jewelry as well. I hope when i get on a list I can give them my business!

Tommy Smokeshow · 26 February 2020, 02:36 PM

Unfortunately all the dealers are the same everywhere you go, they all will give you a sub if you ask nicely and chat it up with them, but for the harder pieces no chance unless you buy a PM. Its really hard in the GTA when you have all these millenials buying watches and other luxury goods because they made good money over the inflated housing market and now think their set for life.

Frankly speaking, just go and experiment yourself to get a feel what they want also what your going to expect. BTW most of the GTA AD usually read the forums regularly I was told they also know how to play " the game ".

Good luck bud!

joli160 · 26 February 2020, 11:17 PM

Reality check is that buying a relative cheap and for an AD easy to sell model like a BB will not get you on any list for a BLRO i.e.
Buy some PM model or continue with your practise and find the best deal.
For most ordinary folk begging and kissing up an AD and not spending money is simply not working

lkngshrp · 26 February 2020, 11:27 PM

My reco is RDV downtown. PM me for contact. Be upfront and see where it goes. If this isn’t convenient for you then find an AD closer to home...

padi56 · 26 February 2020, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by mrclutch3

Hello everyone, I'm new to this forum and have just started seriously considering collecting Rolex watches.

I'd like to know from those who live in the Toronto area which AD would be the best to build a long-term relationship such that I could acquire some of the sought-after pieces later on. I have purchased a couple of luxury watches in the past (a Speedy pro and a Cartier for my wife) but in both times I just went with two different ADs for convenience/price reasons. I sort of regret that I didn't use those opportunities to build a relationship as they don't carry Rolex.

Actually, my next purchase will be a Tudor Black Bay this year, so I hope that gets the relationship started. So basically, where should I go get the Tudor.

Thanks in advance.

IMHO all this so called AD relationship only exists in internet land, like all business they are in business for one thing only,thats to sell as many products to anyone who enters there retail store.

beshannon · 26 February 2020, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by mrclutch3

Actually, my next purchase will be a Tudor Black Bay this year, so I hope that gets the relationship started. So basically, where should I go get the Tudor.

Thanks in advance.

Welcome to the forum.

An Authorized Dealer has a relationship with your credit card. Go to one that has the watch you want and takes your card. Simple.

XIII · 27 February 2020, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by lkngshrp

My reco is RDV downtown. PM me for contact. Be upfront and see where it goes. If this isn’t convenient for you then find an AD closer to home...

I would also recommend Royal des Versailles. Staff there are highly professional and great to interact with.

BillA · 27 February 2020, 12:11 AM

The answer: The AD that will get you the watch you want in the shortest amount of time.

Some AD's won't talk to you. Some won't put you on a wait list. But then again some will. I would cultivate as many AD's as you can to increase your odds.

Relationship? Some may argue that term does not exist when it comes to getting a watch from an AD. Good luck.

Spcamno · 27 February 2020, 03:10 AM

Guess I am one of the luck ones.

Was able to obtain a black dial 116500LN and DSSD JC last year with no prior purchase history ( well actually bought my wife a 2 tone DJ back in 1989 from the same AD they probably won't even remember ).

Waited 15 months for the Daytona and 3 months for the JC.

SA is a very nice lady and introduce me to the owner and it all started from there lol.

You need to get to know the owner even the manager may not be good enough because they choose who to sell to and they are sick and tired of turn down people walk in and ask for all those in demand pieces.

JCFans01 · 27 February 2020, 03:25 AM

My AD is also RDV in Downtown Toronto. PM me for contact. SA is superb. Got me my watches and for things out of stock she calls me as soon as they come in.

Screaminbones · 27 February 2020, 03:25 AM

Just got a call from an AD in Toronto saying they received a TT Sea Dweller in yesterday. I passed but I'm super impressed that I have someone trying to assist with a purchase.

Blansky · 27 February 2020, 03:27 AM

Try Tinder???

Just spitballin here.

hallidc · 27 February 2020, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by BillA

The answer: The AD that will get you the watch you want in the shortest amount of time.

Some AD's won't talk to you. Some won't put you on a wait list. But then again some will. I would cultivate as many AD's as you can to increase your odds.

Relationship? Some may argue that term does not exist when it comes to getting a watch from an AD. Good luck.

This.

First step is for the AD to take you serious. I've travelled quite a bit in the last 2 years and found there were ADs who were very friendly, some who were shady beyond hell, and others who wouldn't even let you through the secure doors.

You'll learn quickly to where you'll want to spend your money

AirKing95 · 27 February 2020, 11:27 AM

I chatted with David from RDV today over the phone. Seems like a good lad over the phone. He added me to a fairly short list and said he would help out. No promise to a date but seems like someone who enjoys their job.

newu5er · 27 February 2020, 12:28 PM

Another vote for RDV. If David said he would do something, he will come through. It might take a bit, but he's reliable.

23 July 2019, 09:30 AM	#1
mrclutch3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: NA Posts: 16	Best AD to build relationship in Toronto Hello everyone, I'm new to this forum and have just started seriously considering collecting Rolex watches. I'd like to know from those who live in the Toronto area which AD would be the best to build a long-term relationship such that I could acquire some of the sought-after pieces later on. I have purchased a couple of luxury watches in the past (a Speedy pro and a Cartier for my wife) but in both times I just went with two different ADs for convenience/price reasons. I sort of regret that I didn't use those opportunities to build a relationship as they don't carry Rolex. Actually, my next purchase will be a Tudor Black Bay this year, so I hope that gets the relationship started. So basically, where should I go get the Tudor. Thanks in advance.

26 February 2020, 11:17 PM	#4
joli160 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,382	Reality check is that buying a relative cheap and for an AD easy to sell model like a BB will not get you on any list for a BLRO i.e. Buy some PM model or continue with your practise and find the best deal. For most ordinary folk begging and kissing up an AD and not spending money is simply not working __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

26 February 2020, 01:46 PM	#2
AirKing95 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Real Name: Mike Location: Canada Watch: Havn’t got it yet! Posts: 35	I haven’t purchased my watch yet as I’m still hunting. But Knar jewellers in Oakville have some of the nicest staff and great assortment of other jewelry as well. I hope when i get on a list I can give them my business!

26 February 2020, 02:36 PM	#3
Tommy Smokeshow "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Toronto Posts: 57	Unfortunately all the dealers are the same everywhere you go, they all will give you a sub if you ask nicely and chat it up with them, but for the harder pieces no chance unless you buy a PM. Its really hard in the GTA when you have all these millenials buying watches and other luxury goods because they made good money over the inflated housing market and now think their set for life. Frankly speaking, just go and experiment yourself to get a feel what they want also what your going to expect. BTW most of the GTA AD usually read the forums regularly I was told they also know how to play " the game ". Good luck bud!

26 February 2020, 11:27 PM	#5
lkngshrp "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Great White North Posts: 130	My reco is RDV downtown. PM me for contact. Be upfront and see where it goes. If this isn’t convenient for you then find an AD closer to home...

27 February 2020, 12:11 AM	#9
BillA 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: US Posts: 3,633	The answer: The AD that will get you the watch you want in the shortest amount of time. Some AD's won't talk to you. Some won't put you on a wait list. But then again some will. I would cultivate as many AD's as you can to increase your odds. Relationship? Some may argue that term does not exist when it comes to getting a watch from an AD. Good luck.

27 February 2020, 03:10 AM	#10
Spcamno "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Timex Posts: 14	Guess I am one of the luck ones. Was able to obtain a black dial 116500LN and DSSD JC last year with no prior purchase history ( well actually bought my wife a 2 tone DJ back in 1989 from the same AD they probably won't even remember ). Waited 15 months for the Daytona and 3 months for the JC. SA is a very nice lady and introduce me to the owner and it all started from there lol. You need to get to know the owner even the manager may not be good enough because they choose who to sell to and they are sick and tired of turn down people walk in and ask for all those in demand pieces.

27 February 2020, 03:25 AM	#11
JCFans01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 52	My AD is also RDV in Downtown Toronto. PM me for contact. SA is superb. Got me my watches and for things out of stock she calls me as soon as they come in.

27 February 2020, 03:25 AM	#12
Screaminbones "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: Toronto Watch: Submariner Posts: 39	Just got a call from an AD in Toronto saying they received a TT Sea Dweller in yesterday. I passed but I'm super impressed that I have someone trying to assist with a purchase.

27 February 2020, 03:27 AM	#13
Blansky 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: swmnpoolsmovie* Posts: 9,144	Try Tinder??? Just spitballin here.

27 February 2020, 11:27 AM	#15
AirKing95 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Real Name: Mike Location: Canada Watch: Havn’t got it yet! Posts: 35	I chatted with David from RDV today over the phone. Seems like a good lad over the phone. He added me to a fairly short list and said he would help out. No promise to a date but seems like someone who enjoys their job.

27 February 2020, 12:28 PM	#16
newu5er "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA/Denmark Posts: 651	Another vote for RDV. If David said he would do something, he will come through. It might take a bit, but he's reliable.

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