Smurf - no longer can order

[nektar]

Originally Posted by Luther89

You have said that same thing 1,000 times!

So, what is the problem? He briefly stated his opinion.


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[Calatrava r]

In spite of all the recent internet hype, these are still out there new and still depreciate from MSRP although not quite as much of late.

[jb335]

Originally Posted by rominvicta

BTW if true it means 116618LB going out as well. I wonder whether R will shut the TT as well?

Really? Is that standard protocol? Discontinue both the YG and WG versions? I am legitimately asking.

[Chris Nelly]

If I could afford to buy any Rolex watch in the current line up today it would be the white gold smurf. Such a beautiful watch.

[helloworldies]

The blue on these is lapis bright and vibrant!

Without the sunburst the dial and bezel present a coherent form that's not too reflective.

In real world lighting they are fantastic.

The glow of the white gold elevates the look.

Lume is excellent and the bezel is robust.

I wear mine more than my AP 15400 blue and Aquanaut.

They are a really enjoyable, fun wear.

[Bladeshot]

Originally Posted by Calatrava r

In spite of all the recent internet hype, these are still out there new and still depreciate from MSRP although not quite as much of late.

They are available. And, indeed they do depreciate! I got one a couple years back in the low 20s and they are now mid to high 20s, preowned.

[locutus49]

Luther89 is a troll.

Originally Posted by nektar

So, what is the problem? He briefly stated his opinion.


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[bcmind]

Hate to revive a thread, but I also got the news that the AD can no longer place a "special order" on the Hulk.

[s_haverford]

Originally Posted by inadeje

Seems the word is already out that its been discontinued. Mine languished at 1% increase for 8 months and has risen 7% in the past week

what solution are you using to track these price changes?

[derklink]

Originally Posted by bcmind

Hate to revive a thread, but I also got the news that the AD can no longer place a "special order" on the Hulk.

Just curious: Was this ever possible for the Hulk? When asked about it in 2018, my AD said they always "order" it but never know when/if it's in a shipment. Or do you mean your AD doesn't even have the option anymore?

[Bigblu10]

Originally Posted by bcmind

Hate to revive a thread, but I also got the news that the AD can no longer place a "special order" on the Hulk.

That is because it along with all other SS sport models are "allocated". AD's receive what Rolex chooses to send them.

[No SUBctitute]

Originally Posted by samsmart

I picked up 7 new rolex models this summer. Figured I needed to pump the breaks.

7 Rollies in a summer is finally what it takes for you to pump the brakes??? Yikes!

[Ichiran]

Think of this as a replacement for the 3135 movement.

[rominvicta]

Originally Posted by jb335

Really? Is that standard protocol? Discontinue both the YG and WG versions? I am legitimately asking.

Being late to join. That is just a hypothesis that all along in the years was proven right. Whenever Rolex starts to phase out a family and introduces its latest iteration that usually happens at the beginning with PM pieces in the family and in a year or two rest follow suit.

[~Haze~]

Originally Posted by locutus49

Never happen. With the BRLO they changed the dial and bracelet. They can't do either with a Sub.

They could change the movement on all the subs. Or maybe they will just start with PM and maybe that's why the current version of the smurf could cease.

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[bcmind]

Originally Posted by Ichiran

Think of this as a replacement for the 3135 movement.

I am thinking about the same thing... I guess new sub coming in 2020.

[duc888]

Originally Posted by bcmind

Hate to revive a thread, but I also got the news that the AD can no longer place a "special order" on the Hulk.

I talked to my AD last week about the HulK, Daytona, BLRO etc and something like that was never mentioned.
Maybe I do not understand the meaning of "special order" in that case.
The AD places an order and they get what they get from Rolex.

[kwingy]

Originally Posted by s_haverford

what solution are you using to track these price changes?

That is Chrono24.

[HogwldFLTR]

Not certain why anyone would want to buy the old one with a new model on the horizon? Wait for the improved movement minimally.

[duc888]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Not certain why anyone would want to buy the old one with a new model on the horizon? Wait for the improved movement minimally.

Because in the Rolex world the discontinued is always "better" than the new.

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Not certain why anyone would want to buy the old one with a new model on the horizon? Wait for the improved movement minimally.

Originally Posted by duc888

Because in the Rolex world the discontinued is always "better" than the new.

The same way the DJII value performed on introduction of the DJ41 (OK DJ39.5).

[joli160]

Thing is with Rolex that you never know.

The 116619LB is in production for a long time and if one is set on the beautiful flat blue dial get it while you can.

Who knows what they will do ?

[danicasi2002]

Originally Posted by brigadoonb

Smurf is a pillar in any Rolex collection.

Wow. A very pricey pillar (relative to other SubC).

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by danicasi2002

Wow. A very pricey pillar (relative to other SubC).

For some price is no issue. Consider how Daytonas are selling (of course). SS going for the price of PMs.

[danicasi2002]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

For some price is no issue. Consider how Daytonas are selling (of course). SS going for the price of PMs.

Agreed - for some, price is no issue. I was originally referring to calling the smurf as the pillar of ANY collection, which ultimately is a personal choice. Some may consider one of the SS sub as their pillar.
BTW - v nice video of the coastline of Plum Island. All the best.

[10klakes]

Originally Posted by Bigblu10

That is because it along with all other SS sport models are "allocated". AD's receive what Rolex chooses to send them.

I don’t disagree about SS professionals being allocation only. But, I have had my AD put in orders for me on certain pieces one would think are allocation only, and deliver on said timeline.

I’ve also had them say- we cannot order that piece and Rolex will not fulfill another order for that this year.

In the case of the smurf, they tried to order and it was rejected. So.... there is an order and feedback system from the mothership. Just not on the popular SS and some DJs now.

[jamesmayfield]

love the smurf. some day i hope

[tcheeco]

My AD told me the same today. He said that I was lucky to get the “last one” he received from Rolex. He’s absolutely sure that he won’t get another one.

[EndlessEight]

I know of two Smurfs sitting in a cases in NJ (at two separate ADs) PM if you want details.

[locutus49]

Some are assuing that a new movement will come to Subs in 2020 as if it is a done deal. This talk before has led nowhere. We shall see.