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Rolexatlast · 28 March 2023, 06:56 AM

How long was Keanu on the waitlist at Watches of Switzerland to amass a bag of Submariners?

https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/watche...atch-john-wick

enjoythemusic · 28 March 2023, 07:14 AM

I believe Rolex also works with this type of arrangement via dealers. 24 Hour race winners and team members may also get a Daytona.

VictorGMT · 28 March 2023, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexatlast

How long was Keanu on the waitlist at Watches of Switzerland to amass a bag of Submariners?

https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/watche...atch-john-wick

It's simple when you can bundle 40 diamond necklaces with the deal.

winst · 28 March 2023, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexatlast

How long was Keanu on the waitlist at Watches of Switzerland to amass a bag of Submariners?

https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/watche...atch-john-wick

There’s only one more thing to add:

supernova · 28 March 2023, 08:12 AM

It's Keanu Reeves, obviously any AD would bend over backwards for him.

Not everyone is treated equally in the real world!

Finslayer83 · 28 March 2023, 08:13 AM

He is legit a cool dude.

Know a couple folks who have interacted with him and nothing but praise. Very humble, unassuming, and nice to everyone.

EvelynWaugh · 28 March 2023, 08:39 AM

I mean, he is The One. Can you blame them?

PBJ1925 · 28 March 2023, 08:52 AM

IMO this dude gets a pass to skip the line. Legend of Keanu continues.

alphadweller · 28 March 2023, 06:41 PM

Took a red pill, he's awake.

Wilsdorfs Shoe · 28 March 2023, 06:51 PM

I think he did this for an earlier film in the franchise awards well. All watches engraved for the stunt guys.

Raku · 28 March 2023, 07:44 PM

There is no evidence he bought them at an AD.
Grey market dealers are always well stocked up.

alllexandru · 28 March 2023, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by EvelynWaugh

I mean, he is The One. Can you blame them?

This

Eric-London · 28 March 2023, 07:51 PM

Many years ago Jeremy Clarkson asked his local Porsche dealer for a 911 GT3. They told him to get in line. He then proceeded to slag off the brand for decades.

Since then, luxury brands have learned the power of celebrity endorsements is massive and even Porsche succumbed to 'brand ambassadors'.

Which Reeves isn't of course, although he's one of the most famous actors in the world so he almost is lol.

Onequik135i · 28 March 2023, 09:20 PM

And very like able guy too, I always read good things about him & is very charitable.

Brushed · 28 March 2023, 09:29 PM

Handouts

JRell · 28 March 2023, 09:33 PM

Can’t think of a more iconic watch to gift!

dannyp · 28 March 2023, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric-London

Many years ago Jeremy Clarkson asked his local Porsche dealer for a 911 GT3. They told him to get in line. He then proceeded to slag off the brand for decades.

Since then, luxury brands have learned the power of celebrity endorsements is massive and even Porsche succumbed to 'brand ambassadors'.

Which Reeves isn't of course, although he's one of the most famous actors in the world so he almost is lol.

Based on Reeves' reputation, he may well have walked into AD, asked if they had five Subs, gotten "the spiel," then put his name down on the waitlist.

Kap007 · 28 March 2023, 09:58 PM

I'm guessing OP was not serious with title of post. As said before I have heard nothing but good things about him. I like the movie Point Break, however, some of the way he delivers his lines are laughable. I like the dude. Anyway, when you are an A lister you get what you want; usually without having to wait.

brandrea · 28 March 2023, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by alphadweller

Took a red pill, he's awake.

wuyeah · 28 March 2023, 11:29 PM

He killed people with a pencil, can you not listen to him?
Plus, it is a good thing that he did, Rolex did his favor and earned a free advertisement for the brand with a positive impression.

DG123 · 29 March 2023, 12:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dannyp

Based on Reeves' reputation, he may well have walked into AD, asked if they had five Subs, gotten "the spiel," then put his name down on the waitlist.

For all of 2022 he may have brought the AD staff coffee and donuts every two weeks.

RyanJ · 29 March 2023, 01:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DG123

For all of 2022 he may have brought the AD staff coffee and donuts every two weeks.

Or he bought the entire AD. It would be pennies for Keanu.

enjoythemusic · 29 March 2023, 02:00 AM

RolexAtLast, what are your thought on the topic?

NYG1121 · 29 March 2023, 02:02 AM

I legit thought from the title that we now have a watch we are calling “Keanu Reeves” similar to John Mayer. I did think for a second what a matrix rolex watch may look like…

Rolexatlast · 29 March 2023, 05:18 AM

I think people like Keanu live in a different universe to mere mortals like us. And good luck to him, he’s earned his status.

He may have bought many trays of donuts and lattes, but suspect he’s a Super Whale

1AP · 29 March 2023, 05:38 AM

I thought it was a new nickname for a watch

tifosi · 29 March 2023, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 1AP

I thought it was a new nickname for a watch

OK, this made me chuckle.

Banjo1974 · 29 March 2023, 06:31 AM

A few years back, he turned up on his own to watch a gig that a mate of mine was playing in a small bar in Manchester. He’s a very cool man

JRell · 29 March 2023, 07:34 AM

I am glad I got my Keanu Reeves! Not too long of a wait list for the Keanu Reeves (126610LN).

ArtNouveau · 29 March 2023, 08:25 AM

With only anecdotal evidence I would be willing to bet that RolexSA and even distributors like RolexUSA have special concierge type people for non-ambassador VIP types. I’m sure whomever Keanu first spoke to about his request was able to get the multiple Subs for him quickly. I think the same thing applies for Hollywood celebrities and sports stars who always seem to have the latest thing as soon as it’s released. It’s good advertising to have high profile people wearing your product.

28 March 2023, 06:56 AM	#1
Rolexatlast "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: UK Posts: 772	No waitlist for Keanu Reeves? How long was Keanu on the waitlist at Watches of Switzerland to amass a bag of Submariners? https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/watche...atch-john-wick

28 March 2023, 07:14 AM	#2
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,446	I believe Rolex also works with this type of arrangement via dealers. 24 Hour race winners and team members may also get a Daytona. __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

28 March 2023, 09:20 PM	#14
Onequik135i "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,421	And very like able guy too, I always read good things about him & is very charitable. __________________ 126710BLRO-0001 / 116610LV / 116613LB / Silver Snoopy / PAM24 / PAM111

28 March 2023, 09:33 PM	#16
JRell "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 126610LN Posts: 6,540	Can’t think of a more iconic watch to gift! __________________ 126610LN

29 March 2023, 02:00 AM	#23
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,446	RolexAtLast, what are your thought on the topic? __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

28 March 2023, 08:12 AM	#5
supernova "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Europe/Asia Watch: AP/Rolex Posts: 1,278	It's Keanu Reeves, obviously any AD would bend over backwards for him. Not everyone is treated equally in the real world!

28 March 2023, 08:13 AM	#6
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	He is legit a cool dude. Know a couple folks who have interacted with him and nothing but praise. Very humble, unassuming, and nice to everyone.

28 March 2023, 08:39 AM	#7
EvelynWaugh "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: USA Posts: 396	I mean, he is The One. Can you blame them?

28 March 2023, 08:52 AM	#8
PBJ1925 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Jay Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 326934 Posts: 2,256	IMO this dude gets a pass to skip the line. Legend of Keanu continues.

28 March 2023, 06:41 PM	#9
alphadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Vic Location: Spain Watch: SD43 Posts: 5,908	Took a red pill, he's awake.

28 March 2023, 06:51 PM	#10
Wilsdorfs Shoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Buffalo NY Posts: 20	I think he did this for an earlier film in the franchise awards well. All watches engraved for the stunt guys.

28 March 2023, 07:44 PM	#11
Raku "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: London, UK Watch: Rolex Explorer Posts: 361	There is no evidence he bought them at an AD. Grey market dealers are always well stocked up.

28 March 2023, 07:51 PM	#13
Eric-London "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: London Posts: 1,060	Many years ago Jeremy Clarkson asked his local Porsche dealer for a 911 GT3. They told him to get in line. He then proceeded to slag off the brand for decades. Since then, luxury brands have learned the power of celebrity endorsements is massive and even Porsche succumbed to 'brand ambassadors'. Which Reeves isn't of course, although he's one of the most famous actors in the world so he almost is lol.

28 March 2023, 09:58 PM	#18
Kap007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Philadelphia Watch: 116900 Posts: 297	I'm guessing OP was not serious with title of post. As said before I have heard nothing but good things about him. I like the movie Point Break, however, some of the way he delivers his lines are laughable. I like the dude. Anyway, when you are an A lister you get what you want; usually without having to wait.

28 March 2023, 11:29 PM	#20
wuyeah "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NYC Posts: 952	He killed people with a pencil, can you not listen to him? Plus, it is a good thing that he did, Rolex did his favor and earned a free advertisement for the brand with a positive impression.

29 March 2023, 02:02 AM	#24
NYG1121 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NE Posts: 2,767	I legit thought from the title that we now have a watch we are calling “Keanu Reeves” similar to John Mayer. I did think for a second what a matrix rolex watch may look like… __________________ Instagram @awristcheck

29 March 2023, 05:18 AM	#25
Rolexatlast "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: UK Posts: 772	I think people like Keanu live in a different universe to mere mortals like us. And good luck to him, he’s earned his status. He may have bought many trays of donuts and lattes, but suspect he’s a Super Whale

29 March 2023, 05:38 AM	#26
1AP "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: The North Posts: 264	I thought it was a new nickname for a watch

29 March 2023, 06:31 AM	#28
Banjo1974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 11	A few years back, he turned up on his own to watch a gig that a mate of mine was playing in a small bar in Manchester. He’s a very cool man

29 March 2023, 08:25 AM	#30
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 4,964	With only anecdotal evidence I would be willing to bet that RolexSA and even distributors like RolexUSA have special concierge type people for non-ambassador VIP types. I’m sure whomever Keanu first spoke to about his request was able to get the multiple Subs for him quickly. I think the same thing applies for Hollywood celebrities and sports stars who always seem to have the latest thing as soon as it’s released. It’s good advertising to have high profile people wearing your product.

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