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brandrea · 26 April 2019, 08:58 PM

Is it any worse than keeping them in the safe

AK797 · 26 April 2019, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Madman37

Lol i was hoping you would do us a favour yesterday now Man Sh&@ty are gonna win. Looks like we are back on the waitlist for the league LOl

My sister is a Liverpool fan so I would like them to win, and they are making a fight of it this time, Man City will push them to the edge but Liverpool just might have the guts to win it this year.

enjoythemusic · 26 April 2019, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by gaoxing84

It's just sad to see this happening. Marketing stunt?
Watch for display purposes. What's the point of it?
in Singapore

what you guys think about this?

Name and shame.

Starwalker · 26 April 2019, 10:05 PM

I will speculate that this a dealer with a big ‘H’ and a big ‘G’ - imo they have the worst service in singapore and behave like a bunch of twats. Something that hasn’t changed since 2008. I’m more than happy to have moved on and build more meaningful relationships elsewhere.

Bxtek · 26 April 2019, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by RJRJRJ

I'm sure they're for sale...

I agree with this! As the saying goes..... Everything is for sale at the right price. :)

Moggo · 26 April 2019, 10:14 PM

Everyone saying it’s good because you can try them on before you decide to order?!

Where can you order them? Please let me know!

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Rogdogg · 26 April 2019, 10:20 PM

They are for sale just not to you and not for the price you want to pay!

fskywalker · 26 April 2019, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

This is going too far and I can't believe Rolex would condone this practice which is spitting in the face of customers. Keep them hidden out the back if you must but to brazenly put these out is showing contempt.

Nah, we all jumped off a cliff yesterday.

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Scapegoat · 26 April 2019, 10:26 PM

Nothing wrong and I think its a good idea to have something to look feel and try.

VacherObsessive · 26 April 2019, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

At least you can see and try them on, and then place your order if you had any doubts.

I think this is good customer service, actually. Better than an empty case.

Wishful thinking that they will let the average Joe who tried one on ‘place an order’.

If you want to try one on there are hundreds of greys out there you can walk into a and try one on. Yes you pay double RRP, however at least you don’t need to spend £50k+ in order to get access to an RRP one

It’s rigged either way.

Cru Jones · 26 April 2019, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by VacherObsessive

Wishful thinking that they will let the average Joe who tried one on ‘place an order’.

If you want to try one on there are hundreds of greys out there you can walk into a and try one on. Yes you pay double RRP, however at least you don’t need to spend £50k+ in order to get access to an RRP one

It’s rigged either way.

Aaah, okay, understood....

Terrible system.

But, at least I'd get to see a Daytona, Pepsi or CHNR.

NineToes · 26 April 2019, 10:59 PM

Glancing through this thread, I see that different ADs here in Singapore are setting up these “Not for Sale” displays. Could it be that they are being instructed to do this by Rolex themselves?

Geelerald · 26 April 2019, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Madman37

The owner of the AD is probably a Man Utd fan

It has been very hard to remain a Red Devil fan.

teck21 · 26 April 2019, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by NineToes

Glancing through this thread, I see that different ADs here in Singapore are setting up these “Not for Sale” displays. Could it be that they are being instructed to do this by Rolex themselves?

Yeah, all of a sudden they all seem to be doing it.

I thought it was just my AD doing it when I dropped by last week, but it was fun trying all of them on, and my rep was very patient.

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NineToes · 26 April 2019, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by teck21

Yeah, all of a sudden they all seem to be doing it.

I thought it was just my AD doing it when I dropped by last week, but it was fun trying all of them on, and my rep was very patient.

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That sounds pretty cool

Jake B · 26 April 2019, 11:49 PM

Lotta commies here.

myusernamez · 26 April 2019, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Scapegoat

Nothing wrong and I think its a good idea to have something to look feel and try.

I agree for myself as I buy from AD but I assume a lot of people buying grey wouldn't mind trying them on.

This is also a standard sales tactic to get people into your stores, so I assume this is one way of Rolex trying to get people back in the shops where they :

1) Either buy something else,
2) Get an incentive not to buy grey as Rolex is prepping to reduce waiting lists and the AD would inform you about waiting times and such,
3) Improve the service from the AD - nothing worse than an empty showcase to scare people into not coming back.

So, all in all, I think this is positive indeed.

klenboy · 27 April 2019, 12:15 AM

I prefer this than have them lie to me that they don't get any.

jeffnnj · 27 April 2019, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

kinda looks like that white dial daytona is for sale the way the sigs are placed lol.

ok, obviously it's not, but for real, I don't see what the big deal is. I've met reps at ADs that straight up told me they haven't had a BLNR or Hulk in a year, and then found out later on they had 3 of each in the safe.

Someone in the real world kindly explain this to me. High demand or not I would rather move inventory ASAP than hold onto anything. If I was an AD I would sell to anyone willing to pay regardless of who they were. It’s moronic.

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JR16 · 27 April 2019, 12:40 AM

I think it’s a great idea and wish all ADs would do this . Like others have said it allows you to see the watch , try it on, and decide if it’s for you. If you like, then you either get your name on a wait list or go grey. It’s better than an AD having no watches or having them sitting in the back in a safe. As for why the ones in the OP’s pics aren’t for sale, who cares . Maybe they’ve been promised to a current client, maybe they are the part of the owner’s / staffs personal collection, Maybe this store got their hands on dummy watches (without movements).

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Greg 59 · 27 April 2019, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by JR16

I think it’s a great idea and wish all ADs would do this . Like others have said it allows you to see the watch , try it on, and decide if it’s for you. If you like, then you either get your name on a wait list or go grey. It’s better than an AD having no watches or having them sitting in the back in a safe. As for why the ones in the OP’s pics aren’t for sale, who cares . Maybe they’ve been promised to a current client, maybe they are the part of the owner’s / staffs personal collection, Maybe this store got their hands on dummy watches (without movements).

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Couldn't agree more. You make very valid points and like others I would really appreciate finally getting to view, touch and hopefully try on a Daytona. I might find out that I totally detest it and then I can move on with my life haha.

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Noak · 27 April 2019, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ajas

RSC on Orchard is Singapore also has several SS models as display only.

Yes, even RSC at Tong building have the Sport models on display with a price tag at the side and then a not for sale sign.

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watchbowl · 27 April 2019, 02:59 AM

I like the ADs sense of humour!

Fedpete · 27 April 2019, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by RHIII

What’s the point of being in business then?

Let’s just show everyone what we can’t get for them.....

Pretty weak IMHO

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+1. This brand is losing me.

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Roleplay · 27 April 2019, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

In all seriousness it does allow you to see the watch, maybe even handle it and make a decision on whether or not to go with a grey dealer.

I like your thinking. Glass half empty kind of thing. There’s always an upside to any situation, depending on your point of view.

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Roleplay · 27 April 2019, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by gaoxing84

they used to do till they're all caught by rolex.

They weren’t caught. It was an accepted practice, until the policy changed around two and some years ago.

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Anhjonson · 27 April 2019, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by gaoxing84

It's just sad to see this happening. Marketing stunt?
Watch for display purposes. What's the point of it?
in Singapore

what you guys think about this?

Break the damn Glass lol

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SunTzu · 27 April 2019, 05:39 AM

Bummer, I had this wad of cash in my hand for no reason then. And I think there's two of them I like. Oh well, take care. I'll save a few percent then with the grey dealer.

Ken B · 27 April 2019, 05:43 AM

When are people going to learn.. ROLEX DOESN’T CARE. The dealers are running the show and Rolex doesn’t care anymore.

sparty · 27 April 2019, 05:55 AM

At least we get the privilege to "see" them, but yes this is pretty crazy!

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26 April 2019, 10:05 PM	#94
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,237	I will speculate that this a dealer with a big ‘H’ and a big ‘G’ - imo they have the worst service in singapore and behave like a bunch of twats. Something that hasn’t changed since 2008. I’m more than happy to have moved on and build more meaningful relationships elsewhere. __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

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26 April 2019, 11:49 PM	#106
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27 April 2019, 05:43 AM	#119
Ken B "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Phoenix, AZ USA Watch: To many to count Posts: 766	When are people going to learn.. ROLEX DOESN’T CARE. The dealers are running the show and Rolex doesn’t care anymore. __________________ Omega Planet Ocean 600m Chrono 45.5mm Tudor Heritage Chrono (blue) 42mm Breitling Chronomat GMT 44mm Tudor Black Bay Bronze 43mm KRB Imaging and Photography

26 April 2019, 08:58 PM	#91
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,576	Is it any worse than keeping them in the safe

26 April 2019, 10:14 PM	#96
Moggo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Wales Watch: 16610, SD4K, Exp 1 Posts: 1,098	Everyone saying it’s good because you can try them on before you decide to order?! Where can you order them? Please let me know! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 April 2019, 10:26 PM	#99
Scapegoat "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Lee Location: South East Asia Watch: Tudor Pro Posts: 1,765	Nothing wrong and I think its a good idea to have something to look feel and try.

26 April 2019, 10:59 PM	#102
NineToes "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Singapore Watch: 126500 Posts: 28	Glancing through this thread, I see that different ADs here in Singapore are setting up these “Not for Sale” displays. Could it be that they are being instructed to do this by Rolex themselves?

27 April 2019, 12:15 AM	#108
klenboy 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 818	I prefer this than have them lie to me that they don't get any.

27 April 2019, 12:40 AM	#110
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,186	I think it’s a great idea and wish all ADs would do this . Like others have said it allows you to see the watch , try it on, and decide if it’s for you. If you like, then you either get your name on a wait list or go grey. It’s better than an AD having no watches or having them sitting in the back in a safe. As for why the ones in the OP’s pics aren’t for sale, who cares . Maybe they’ve been promised to a current client, maybe they are the part of the owner’s / staffs personal collection, Maybe this store got their hands on dummy watches (without movements). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

27 April 2019, 02:59 AM	#113
watchbowl "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: U.K. Posts: 469	I like the ADs sense of humour!

27 April 2019, 05:39 AM	#118
SunTzu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: NJ Watch: 5513 116234 79280P Posts: 2,144	Bummer, I had this wad of cash in my hand for no reason then. And I think there's two of them I like. Oh well, take care. I'll save a few percent then with the grey dealer.

27 April 2019, 05:55 AM	#120
sparty "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Chicago Watch: Sub 114060, DJ36 Posts: 41	At least we get the privilege to "see" them, but yes this is pretty crazy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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