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ltmgeller · 9 May 2022, 01:58 AM

Mostly AD for me unless I get a good deal from a grey on a discontinued model.

sj24k · 9 May 2022, 02:05 AM

i feel fortunate to have a solid collection, so i'm just enjoying wearing them. the only things piquing my interest at the moment are laughably stratospheric. i have considered doing some trading of late, and have been exploring some independents and smaller brands, but happy to be on the sidelines right now.

kieselguhr · 9 May 2022, 02:14 AM

Nope. I have all the Rolex that I fancy. There are a couple Tudors that I am interested in.

Also interested in JLC or ALS. Looking for something that makes noise. Literally, like an alarm function.

DJ OG · 9 May 2022, 02:19 AM

Have bought four new rolex watches from AD's since October. Three for the kids and one for a great friend that I found during my travels just this past week. One Air King and three datejusts. Would NEVER pay over retail and one of the few good things about the economy tanking is that it wash out 90% of the flippers who have driven the market to this level of insanity. I've rarely posted but I buy these watches like they are heirlooms / have sentimental value for special occasions (most recently college graduation and a wedding), to be enjoyed and passed down, never sold.

Frog7151 · 9 May 2022, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mountainjogger

Need another option Lee. On lists for ADs but also looking at Gray if prices drop or AD does not work. That would be me.

Same here.

CHRONOLEX · 9 May 2022, 02:31 AM

Buying wherever has what I want. But mindful of risks of paying over retail.

KY.. · 9 May 2022, 02:41 AM

Only been buying pre-owned vintage privately although I’m on the AD waiting list for a couple modern pieces…

Mystro · 9 May 2022, 02:44 AM

Not so much market related rather I have every Rolex I wanted and am not looking for the next.

Calatrava r · 9 May 2022, 02:45 AM

I still think most Rolex fans are buying what they want if they can get it from an AD at retail price.

NYG1121 · 9 May 2022, 02:56 AM

AD or bust. And only for a select few pieces I am waiting on.

jaySL350 · 9 May 2022, 03:00 AM

Awaiting a call for a Chnr but will go grey for GS,SF Spring Drive,,,

Tavli3 · 9 May 2022, 03:05 AM

Bought all from AD. Waiting on two watches to come in and then mostly done with Rolex unless they come out with something new. Not going grey so will be patient and wait like I have been.

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Madprofx · 9 May 2022, 03:09 AM

AD for current models and I’ll happily wait until available. Grey for a couple of older/discontinued models, but not recently.

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GB-man · 9 May 2022, 03:09 AM

Only if I’m offered something I want. Not buying stuff Willy nilly.

alphadweller · 9 May 2022, 03:22 AM

No interest in buying grey. Got 2 from ADs in 2020 (TT Bluesy, OP41 yellow) , none in 2021 (asked for Pepsi and DJ36 fluted blue dial) and hoping for one this year (DJ41 mint).

Dougiebaby · 9 May 2022, 03:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Given that there is increased uncertainty in the Rolex market, are you buying and if so, how?

Yes, I purchased before the craze and will continue afterwards. I have two (Skydweller & OP36) on “interest list” with my AD now.

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jamerson80 · 9 May 2022, 03:40 AM

Just got back from a trip a week ago where I was presented something I couldn't turn down at my AD, so I guess that answers that.

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zoenatenich · 9 May 2022, 03:42 AM

AD only. Got my Rolex pieces in 2020 and 2021 from same AD.

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101031-28 · 9 May 2022, 04:01 AM

Waiting it out. Very fortunately to already have the pieces I truly like. Also not interested in buying at absurd asking prices.

harvey · 9 May 2022, 04:03 AM

…not waiting for anything in particular.

inadeje · 9 May 2022, 04:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Given that there is increased uncertainty in the Rolex market, are you buying and if so, how?

Great poll. Numbers speak for themselves, members on here are clued in.

brandrea · 9 May 2022, 04:16 AM

AD only, unless it’s a reference that is no longer in production

Jeff Hayes · 9 May 2022, 04:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Given that there is increased uncertainty in the Rolex market, are you buying and if so, how?

Well for me I prefer buying pre owned watches from private enthusiasts like me, the prices are lower than that of an AD.

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uniqueMR · 9 May 2022, 05:02 AM

AD only

CanPam · 9 May 2022, 05:05 AM

AD and private connections only.
Never gone grey and never will go grey.

Robf52 · 9 May 2022, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by minute_man

AD only, for me. It's a want, not a need. So if I can get what I want, great. If I can't, it's still okay.

Totally this. My wants are specific high end SS or PM models. My AD keeps me in mind and if I have to wait, I'm resolved to wait. I have a very good purchase history, but competing whales I'm sure get priority. The waiting is frustrating but that's the market.

AEV · 9 May 2022, 06:01 AM

Only from ADs and only the pieces I like/have asked for.

HogwldFLTR · 9 May 2022, 06:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by inadeje

Great poll. Numbers speak for themselves, members on here are clued in.

Thanks, it does seem to be pretty clear.

7enderbender · 9 May 2022, 06:26 AM

I bought a five digit watch used because it’s discontinued. I don’t think that qualifies as “grey”. I have basically no interest in anything Rolex is currently producing - with the exception of the new 36mm Explorer. I thought about getting in line for one of those but I’m holding off because of other priorities (kids college) and wanting an IWC next.

rolex16 · 9 May 2022, 06:35 AM

For me, it is AD or nothing. I don't have to buy anything, I can just enjoy what I have.

View Poll Results: How are you buying?
I'm buying grey or ADs; which ever has stock.	75	12.04%
I'm only buying from ADs.	395	63.40%
I'm holding off buying altogether.	153	24.56%
Voters: 623. You may not vote on this poll

9 May 2022, 01:58 AM	#31
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,373	Mostly AD for me unless I get a good deal from a grey on a discontinued model. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

9 May 2022, 02:41 AM	#37
KY.. 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Real Name: Keith Location: California Watch: 60s to 90s Posts: 1,262	Only been buying pre-owned vintage privately although I’m on the AD waiting list for a couple modern pieces… __________________ Just an admirer/enthusiast of vintage Rolex/Heuer/Zenith/Breitling/Hamilton watches since the 80’s… ”I Do Love The Details, But I Can Choose If I Accept The Flaws…”

9 May 2022, 02:44 AM	#38
Mystro 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 14,711	Not so much market related rather I have every Rolex I wanted and am not looking for the next. __________________

9 May 2022, 02:56 AM	#40
NYG1121 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NE Posts: 2,767	AD or bust. And only for a select few pieces I am waiting on. __________________ Instagram @awristcheck

9 May 2022, 02:05 AM	#32
sj24k "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: GMT-07:00 Posts: 895	i feel fortunate to have a solid collection, so i'm just enjoying wearing them. the only things piquing my interest at the moment are laughably stratospheric. i have considered doing some trading of late, and have been exploring some independents and smaller brands, but happy to be on the sidelines right now.

9 May 2022, 02:14 AM	#33
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,421	Nope. I have all the Rolex that I fancy. There are a couple Tudors that I am interested in. Also interested in JLC or ALS. Looking for something that makes noise. Literally, like an alarm function.

9 May 2022, 02:19 AM	#34
DJ OG "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Midwest & LOTO Posts: 66	Have bought four new rolex watches from AD's since October. Three for the kids and one for a great friend that I found during my travels just this past week. One Air King and three datejusts. Would NEVER pay over retail and one of the few good things about the economy tanking is that it wash out 90% of the flippers who have driven the market to this level of insanity. I've rarely posted but I buy these watches like they are heirlooms / have sentimental value for special occasions (most recently college graduation and a wedding), to be enjoyed and passed down, never sold.

9 May 2022, 02:31 AM	#36
CHRONOLEX 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USA Posts: 1,538	Buying wherever has what I want. But mindful of risks of paying over retail.

9 May 2022, 02:45 AM	#39
Calatrava r 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 10,595	I still think most Rolex fans are buying what they want if they can get it from an AD at retail price.

9 May 2022, 03:00 AM	#41
jaySL350 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: jay Location: North London Watch: BBG,Hulk,16013,DJB Posts: 3,278	Awaiting a call for a Chnr but will go grey for GS,SF Spring Drive,,,

9 May 2022, 03:05 AM	#42
Tavli3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Jim Location: miami Watch: GMT II 16760 Posts: 1,676	Bought all from AD. Waiting on two watches to come in and then mostly done with Rolex unless they come out with something new. Not going grey so will be patient and wait like I have been. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 May 2022, 03:09 AM	#43
Madprofx "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New York/New Jers Watch: Rolex Yachtmaster/ Posts: 149	AD for current models and I’ll happily wait until available. Grey for a couple of older/discontinued models, but not recently. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 May 2022, 03:09 AM	#44
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,860	Only if I’m offered something I want. Not buying stuff Willy nilly. __________________

9 May 2022, 03:22 AM	#45
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 5,907	No interest in buying grey. Got 2 from ADs in 2020 (TT Bluesy, OP41 yellow) , none in 2021 (asked for Pepsi and DJ36 fluted blue dial) and hoping for one this year (DJ41 mint).

9 May 2022, 03:40 AM	#47
jamerson80 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: US Posts: 317	Just got back from a trip a week ago where I was presented something I couldn't turn down at my AD, so I guess that answers that. Sent from my SM-S908U1 using Tapatalk

9 May 2022, 03:42 AM	#48
zoenatenich "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 341	AD only. Got my Rolex pieces in 2020 and 2021 from same AD. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 May 2022, 04:01 AM	#49
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,741	Waiting it out. Very fortunately to already have the pieces I truly like. Also not interested in buying at absurd asking prices. __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

9 May 2022, 04:03 AM	#50
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,374	…not waiting for anything in particular.

9 May 2022, 04:16 AM	#52
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,692	AD only, unless it’s a reference that is no longer in production

9 May 2022, 05:02 AM	#54
uniqueMR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Watch: P A T E K Posts: 4,694	AD only __________________ A. Lange & Sohne \| Audemars Piguet \| F.P.Journe \| Omega \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| ...and Othersss

9 May 2022, 05:05 AM	#55
CanPam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Spain Posts: 652	AD and private connections only. Never gone grey and never will go grey. __________________ instagram.com/wristlaw

9 May 2022, 06:01 AM	#57
AEV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Europe Watch: AP & Rolex Posts: 1,450	Only from ADs and only the pieces I like/have asked for.

9 May 2022, 06:26 AM	#59
7enderbender "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: USA Posts: 906	I bought a five digit watch used because it’s discontinued. I don’t think that qualifies as “grey”. I have basically no interest in anything Rolex is currently producing - with the exception of the new 36mm Explorer. I thought about getting in line for one of those but I’m holding off because of other priorities (kids college) and wanting an IWC next.

9 May 2022, 06:35 AM	#60
rolex16 Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Nick Location: FL Posts: 767	For me, it is AD or nothing. I don't have to buy anything, I can just enjoy what I have.

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