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DayDateDream · 16 July 2018, 03:41 AM

Hi, new to the Forum here and wanted to get some opinions from the more seasoned members.

Got the call from the AD for an LN .
I actually really want a BLNR or BLRO. However, I’m not an “established client” with the AD yet and they reserve these pieces for their preferred clients on their min 6 month waitlist. And I can only afford one at the moment.

Take it or hold out? Thoughts?

Thanks!

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minute_man · 16 July 2018, 04:33 AM

Wait for the one you really want. Don't settle. Especially since you can presently only afford one.

tacotaco · 16 July 2018, 04:41 AM

fruits of patience are always sweeter

be prepared to get somewhat disappointed 6 mos-1year after getting "THE watch"

the hedonistic treadmill is a real thing

007_Omega · 16 July 2018, 04:45 AM

Get the one you really want. Wait for the Batman rather than settling on a watch that you'll live to regret.

Settling is the worst thing you can do. Last thing you want to do is look at your wrist and wish it was something else, especially when you are paying that kind of money for a watch.

tyler1980 · 16 July 2018, 04:46 AM

don't buy a watch because its offered. Nothing in your post leads me to believe you want it.

Its close to 10k, so its not the same as the store being out of fruit loops and you deciding to bring home fruity o's instead.

superstarmar · 16 July 2018, 04:52 AM

Get the one you really want .
BLNR is awesome, hold out ...

Frank McKay · 16 July 2018, 04:54 AM

You guys aren’t getting the OP’s point. He’s implying that the AD will not give him a BLNR or BLRO if he doesn’t make a purchase of a less in demand watch first. Chances of getting a call on a BLNR or BLRO as a first time customer with zero purchase history is slim to none.

OP: Best bet is to pick up tha BLNR in th Gray market. One can be had at DavidSW for 1500+ premium.

Easy E · 16 July 2018, 04:56 AM

For sure, get the one you really want. However, you could buy the LN now and wear that until your BLNR shows up. In this climate you may very well get your money back straight up on the resale of the LN.

E-

DayDateDream · 16 July 2018, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frank McKay

You guys aren’t getting the OP’s point. He’s implying that the AD will not give him a BLNR or BLRO if he doesn’t make a purchase of a less in demand watch first. Chances of getting a call on a BLNR or BLRO as a first time customer with zero purchase history is slim to none.

OP: Best bet is to pick up tha BLNR in th Gray market. One can be had at DavidSW for 1500+ premium.

Frank McKay, exactly. Thanks for the tip

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DayDateDream · 16 July 2018, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Easy E

For sure, get the one you really want. However, you could buy the LN now and wear that until your BLNR shows up. In this climate you may very well get your money back straight up on the resale of the LN.

E-

Thanks Easy E, that makes a lot of sense.

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tyler1980 · 16 July 2018, 05:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frank McKay

You guys aren’t getting the OP’s point. He’s implying that the AD will not give him a BLNR or BLRO if he doesn’t make a purchase of a less in demand watch first. Chances of getting a call on a BLNR or BLRO as a first time customer with zero purchase history is slim to none.

OP: Best bet is to pick up tha BLNR in th Gray market. One can be had at DavidSW for 1500+ premium.

If i dont also want the "other" watch then no way, never buy something you dont want. If i wanted a DD or something for example and they wanted me to buy that first. No problem as i wanted it anyway. win-win.

timeldn · 16 July 2018, 06:49 AM

Wait for the one you really want, otherwise you might regret it. If you can be patient that is, due to the waiting list time, depending on the AD and relationship.

Urosfan · 16 July 2018, 06:52 AM

Get what u want don’t settle just be patient then

BigCFM · 16 July 2018, 06:55 AM

Good things come to those who wait...

Ben.McDonald7 · 16 July 2018, 06:58 AM

Wait for the one you want. The BLNR is worth it!

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WS9D · 16 July 2018, 07:16 AM

The LN is no slouch. It’s a timeless classic.

You can get it and a few things will happen. 1) you’ll possibly move up on their list. 2) you’ll decide you don’t like the way the LN wears (which is the same as a BLNR) flip it and get something other than the BLNR. 3) you get the LN, fall in love with it, and decide you don’t want a BLNR. 4) you get it, enjoy it for several months, then flip it for the BLNR.

I find my LN to be more versitile than my BLNR. Food for thought.

Quailhunter · 16 July 2018, 07:16 AM

If you don’t get the BLNR, you will suffer every time you see one.

BobDyl · 16 July 2018, 07:26 AM

Don't dismiss the LN just because of the BLNR madness on the forum. Both are great pieces. Many, including me, prefer the LN for its classic look and versatility. Go to the AD and try it on. You'll know if it's for you or not...

DayDateDream · 16 July 2018, 07:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ks6pd

The LN is no slouch. It’s a timeless classic.

You can get it and a few things will happen. 1) you’ll possibly move up on their list. 2) you’ll decide you don’t like the way the LN wears (which is the same as a BLNR) flip it and get something other than the BLNR. 3) you get the LN, fall in love with it, and decide you don’t want a BLNR. 4) you get it, enjoy it for several months, then flip it for the BLNR.

I find my LN to be more versitile than my BLNR. Food for thought.

Thanks Ks6pd, some very reasonable things to consider

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DayDateDream · 16 July 2018, 07:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quailhunter

If you don’t get the BLNR, you will suffer every time you see one.

Haha, maybe. But then again, maybe not...

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DayDateDream · 16 July 2018, 07:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BobDyl

Don't dismiss the LN just because of the BLNR madness on the forum. Both are great pieces. Many, including me, prefer the LN for its classic look and versatility. Go to the AD and try it on. You'll know if it's for you or not...

“Try it on”...can’t argue with that logic. Thanks

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DayDateDream · 16 July 2018, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frank McKay

You guys aren’t getting the OP’s point. He’s implying that the AD will not give him a BLNR or BLRO if he doesn’t make a purchase of a less in demand watch first. Chances of getting a call on a BLNR or BLRO as a first time customer with zero purchase history is slim to none.

OP: Best bet is to pick up tha BLNR in th Gray market. One can be had at DavidSW for 1500+ premium.

Hi Frank, I checked out DavidSW. The difficult thing is I’m in Canada and given the exchange rate, it would end up being a $2400 USD premium, and then I’d have to add the import duty on top of that (I’m guessing another 15-20%).

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DayDateDream · 16 July 2018, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BobDyl

Don't dismiss the LN just because of the BLNR madness on the forum. Both are great pieces. Many, including me, prefer the LN for its classic look and versatility. Go to the AD and try it on. You'll know if it's for you or not...

Hi BobDyl, when you say more versatile, how do you mean?

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Likestheshiny · 16 July 2018, 07:51 AM

Try on the LN in case you haven't already, just in case it sings to you. But if it doesn't, then hold out for the watch you really want. Either put yourself on the waitlist at another AD that will eventually sell you the watch, or just cough up the extra money for a grey-market watch that will be in your hands tomorrow.

Pkim024 · 16 July 2018, 07:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyler1980

don't buy a watch because its offered. Nothing in your post leads me to believe you want it.

Its close to 10k, so its not the same as the store being out of fruit loops and you deciding to bring home fruity o's instead.

Well played sir... lol

uniqueMR · 16 July 2018, 08:51 AM

Buy what you want. With Rolex SS you would need patience. And patience always pays off :)

ksoazn · 16 July 2018, 08:52 AM

BLNR if you can find/afford it
LN isn't that bad either

horonet17 · 16 July 2018, 08:53 AM

I'd pick up the LN. Love the touches of green, shame the watch is overlooked for the BLNR hype.

lamnyc · 16 July 2018, 08:58 AM

I prefer the LN but you should get the watch you want. However, you should see it in person first before deciding.

Bladeshot · 16 July 2018, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 007_Omega

Get the one you really want. Wait for the Batman rather than settling on a watch that you'll live to regret.

Settling is the worst thing you can do. Last thing you want to do is look at your wrist and wish it was something else, especially when you are paying that kind of money for a watch.

This is a true statement, in my experience! I always end up trading ones that “did not sing to me”. Get the one that sings to you.🤙

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16 July 2018, 03:41 AM	#1
DayDateDream "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Vancouver Watch: GMT2 TT 116713LN Posts: 41	LN or BLNR? Hi, new to the Forum here and wanted to get some opinions from the more seasoned members. Got the call from the AD for an LN . I actually really want a BLNR or BLRO. However, I’m not an “established client” with the AD yet and they reserve these pieces for their preferred clients on their min 6 month waitlist. And I can only afford one at the moment. Take it or hold out? Thoughts? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 July 2018, 04:46 AM	#5
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	don't buy a watch because its offered. Nothing in your post leads me to believe you want it. Its close to 10k, so its not the same as the store being out of fruit loops and you deciding to bring home fruity o's instead. __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

16 July 2018, 06:58 AM	#15
Ben.McDonald7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Arizona Watch: Rolex 116500LN Posts: 823	Wait for the one you want. The BLNR is worth it! Sent from my VS996 using Tapatalk __________________ Philippians 3:13-14 Ω Omega Speedmaster Pro Ω Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Good Planet LE Rolex Daytona 116500LN Rolex Submariner Date 126610LV Rolex Explorer II 16570

16 July 2018, 08:51 AM	#26
uniqueMR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Watch: P A T E K Posts: 4,694	Buy what you want. With Rolex SS you would need patience. And patience always pays off :) __________________ A. Lange & Sohne \| Audemars Piguet \| F.P.Journe \| Omega \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| ...and Othersss

16 July 2018, 04:33 AM	#2
minute_man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Basil Location: Athens, GR Watch: BoctokKomandirskie Posts: 2,874	Wait for the one you really want. Don't settle. Especially since you can presently only afford one.

16 July 2018, 04:41 AM	#3
tacotaco "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: KCMO Watch: Daytona C - Black Posts: 398	fruits of patience are always sweeter be prepared to get somewhat disappointed 6 mos-1year after getting "THE watch" the hedonistic treadmill is a real thing

16 July 2018, 04:45 AM	#4
007_Omega "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Galaxy Watch: Explorer Posts: 897	Get the one you really want. Wait for the Batman rather than settling on a watch that you'll live to regret. Settling is the worst thing you can do. Last thing you want to do is look at your wrist and wish it was something else, especially when you are paying that kind of money for a watch.

16 July 2018, 04:52 AM	#6
superstarmar Banned Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: In Motion Watch: my wrist presence Posts: 7,436	Get the one you really want . BLNR is awesome, hold out ...

16 July 2018, 04:54 AM	#7
Frank McKay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,650	You guys aren’t getting the OP’s point. He’s implying that the AD will not give him a BLNR or BLRO if he doesn’t make a purchase of a less in demand watch first. Chances of getting a call on a BLNR or BLRO as a first time customer with zero purchase history is slim to none. OP: Best bet is to pick up tha BLNR in th Gray market. One can be had at DavidSW for 1500+ premium.

16 July 2018, 04:56 AM	#8
Easy E 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 4,305	For sure, get the one you really want. However, you could buy the LN now and wear that until your BLNR shows up. In this climate you may very well get your money back straight up on the resale of the LN. E-

16 July 2018, 06:49 AM	#12
timeldn "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: London Posts: 606	Wait for the one you really want, otherwise you might regret it. If you can be patient that is, due to the waiting list time, depending on the AD and relationship.

16 July 2018, 06:52 AM	#13
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,187	Get what u want don’t settle just be patient then

16 July 2018, 06:55 AM	#14
BigCFM "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Chris Location: London Watch: this Space [ ] Posts: 1,830	Good things come to those who wait...

16 July 2018, 07:16 AM	#16
WS9D "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Steve Location: Shasta Watch: es..More Watches! Posts: 2,371	The LN is no slouch. It’s a timeless classic. You can get it and a few things will happen. 1) you’ll possibly move up on their list. 2) you’ll decide you don’t like the way the LN wears (which is the same as a BLNR) flip it and get something other than the BLNR. 3) you get the LN, fall in love with it, and decide you don’t want a BLNR. 4) you get it, enjoy it for several months, then flip it for the BLNR. I find my LN to be more versitile than my BLNR. Food for thought.

16 July 2018, 07:16 AM	#17
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	If you don’t get the BLNR, you will suffer every time you see one.

16 July 2018, 07:26 AM	#18
BobDyl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: San Francisco Posts: 917	Don't dismiss the LN just because of the BLNR madness on the forum. Both are great pieces. Many, including me, prefer the LN for its classic look and versatility. Go to the AD and try it on. You'll know if it's for you or not...

16 July 2018, 07:51 AM	#24
Likestheshiny "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: _ Posts: 1,877	Try on the LN in case you haven't already, just in case it sings to you. But if it doesn't, then hold out for the watch you really want. Either put yourself on the waitlist at another AD that will eventually sell you the watch, or just cough up the extra money for a grey-market watch that will be in your hands tomorrow.

16 July 2018, 08:52 AM	#27
ksoazn "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: houston Posts: 22	BLNR if you can find/afford it LN isn't that bad either

16 July 2018, 08:53 AM	#28
horonet17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: CA Posts: 94	I'd pick up the LN. Love the touches of green, shame the watch is overlooked for the BLNR hype.

16 July 2018, 08:58 AM	#29
lamnyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: nyc Posts: 1,751	I prefer the LN but you should get the watch you want. However, you should see it in person first before deciding.

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