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Old 10 April 2018, 10:56 AM   #1
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just bought the 116618LB .. very excited..

Well, after wanting this watch for decades, I decided to sell my GMT II, and some gold bullion and get this beauty.. I don't have pics, as the AD is shipping it to my honolulu address tomorrow.. I was torn between the black dial, and the blue... but that blue is so beautiful, even if a bit bling bling.. I was also torn as to get the GMT in YG, but it just doesn't feel as nice in the hand for me.

I'm curious though why on the official USA Rolex website they say "Price on request" seems odd, no?
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Old 10 April 2018, 10:58 AM   #2
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Congrats, I recently went with the black dial. Both are stunning, you won’t be disappointed!
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Old 10 April 2018, 11:00 AM   #3
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Congrats! The 116618lb is a stunner for sure!
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Old 10 April 2018, 11:01 AM   #4
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I just hope I can wear it and not feel self conscious.. the PP 5711R is bling but more subtle.. Oh well, I love it, and I don't care what people think, right?
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Old 10 April 2018, 11:12 AM   #5
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congrats! I'm thinking of letting my hulk and 116520 go and getting one myself!
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Old 10 April 2018, 02:59 PM   #6
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Very nice choice.

I've been thinking about upgrading my 116613LB to the 116618LB

But I'm only 21 years old so I'm not sure if it would suit me.
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Old 10 April 2018, 03:27 PM   #7
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Very nice choice.

I've been thinking about upgrading my 116613LB to the 116618LB

But I'm only 21 years old so I'm not sure if it would suit me.
Very young for that watch.
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Old 10 April 2018, 03:28 PM   #8
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Very nice choice.

I've been thinking about upgrading my 116613LB to the 116618LB

But I'm only 21 years old so I'm not sure if it would suit me.
I was in the same sitch. 19 and wanted to trade up but i ended up actually liking the TT more in person. have you tried it on?
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Old 10 April 2018, 03:28 PM   #9
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Well, after wanting this watch for decades, I decided to sell my GMT II, and some gold bullion and get this beauty.. I don't have pics, as the AD is shipping it to my honolulu address tomorrow.. I was torn between the black dial, and the blue... but that blue is so beautiful, even if a bit bling bling.. I was also torn as to get the GMT in YG, but it just doesn't feel as nice in the hand for me.

I'm curious though why on the official USA Rolex website they say "Price on request" seems odd, no?
It's the case with all the PMs. They are all price on request ....how much did you end up paying OP from the 34250 MSRP?

Congrats!
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Old 10 April 2018, 03:32 PM   #10
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Well, after wanting this watch for decades, I decided to sell my GMT II, and some gold bullion and get this beauty.. I don't have pics, as the AD is shipping it to my honolulu address tomorrow.. I was torn between the black dial, and the blue... but that blue is so beautiful, even if a bit bling bling.. I was also torn as to get the GMT in YG, but it just doesn't feel as nice in the hand for me.

I'm curious though why on the official USA Rolex website they say "Price on request" seems odd, no?
Congrats on a beautiful piece! The price on request seems to be on the
higher priced watches full PM etc, maybe to prevent sticker shock to the non WIS and also or as a deterrent to criminal idealogy... Perhaps for both
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Old 10 April 2018, 03:36 PM   #11
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It's the case with all the PMs. They are all price on request ....how much did you end up paying OP from the 34250 MSRP?

Congrats!
MSRP for WG subs models around 37ish, 20% would be decent discount.

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Old 10 April 2018, 05:27 PM   #12
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So much congrats, I've been lusting after the same watch as well lately!
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Old 10 April 2018, 07:44 PM   #13
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It's the case with all the PMs. They are all price on request ....how much did you end up paying OP from the 34250 MSRP?

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MSRP for WG subs models around 37ish, 20% would be decent discount.
exactly.... very fair when I did some research and saw that even gray market sellers are in the 28-29K US price range. This is with an AD I have a relationship with and get my name on the warranty, worth it!
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Old 10 April 2018, 08:05 PM   #14
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Big congrats ! You won’t be disappointed

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Old 10 April 2018, 08:06 PM   #15
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Old 10 April 2018, 08:16 PM   #16
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Congrats! The blue dial is stunning.
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Old 10 April 2018, 08:18 PM   #17
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Excellent choice, a stunner! Congratulations!
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Old 10 April 2018, 08:25 PM   #18
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Well, after wanting this watch for decades, I decided to sell my GMT II, and some gold bullion and get this beauty.. I don't have pics, as the AD is shipping it to my honolulu address tomorrow.. I was torn between the black dial, and the blue... but that blue is so beautiful, even if a bit bling bling.. I was also torn as to get the GMT in YG, but it just doesn't feel as nice in the hand for me.

I'm curious though why on the official USA Rolex website they say "Price on request" seems odd, no?
Congrats. The price on request is in US. When I am travelling to Asia or Europe, I can see prices for most PM pieces.
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Old 10 April 2018, 08:30 PM   #19
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Old 10 April 2018, 08:32 PM   #20
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Old 10 April 2018, 09:11 PM   #21
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You will love it! It is a joy to wear. Congrats!
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Old 10 April 2018, 09:13 PM   #22
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Congratulations it’s a beauty
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Old 10 April 2018, 09:30 PM   #23
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Beauty. Congrats!
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Old 10 April 2018, 09:36 PM   #24
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the gold blue sub AD price is 242500 in Hong Kong. didnt ask but wonder if they could offer more than 10% discount.
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Old 10 April 2018, 09:40 PM   #25
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It's a beauty, just like the 5711R, will make an awesome RG YG power pair.
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Old 10 April 2018, 09:48 PM   #26
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Old 10 April 2018, 11:31 PM   #27
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Congrats...awesome watch!
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Old 10 April 2018, 11:35 PM   #28
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Beautiful piece congratulations.
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Old 10 April 2018, 11:52 PM   #29
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Old 11 April 2018, 12:22 AM   #30
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Great pick, congrats and wear in good health.
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