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17 September 2016, 06:25 AM | #1 |
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BLNR in England?
Hey all,
I'm a the hunt for a BLNR in England. My wife wants to buy me a Rolex for our wedding present, and it would make it all the more special if I could actually have it on the day of. I've been calling all around London(where I'm located) trying to track one down, but to no avail. One salesman even laughed when I asked and told me not to waste my time. Well little did he know, I'm over in the country alone so I have way too much time on my hands. With that said - I'm willing to travel anywhere to get my hands on one. Does anyone know of a local AD that might have one or be getting one soon? I've got about 2 weeks until I head back to the states to get married, so finding a new one to get the VAT refund is important. Thanks everyone! |
17 September 2016, 06:29 AM | #2 |
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Plenty for sale in the classified section
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17 September 2016, 06:31 AM | #3 |
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Look on chrono24 but I think all are at premiums now, or you can even fly over to EU ADs if you have time. Call them all.
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17 September 2016, 06:38 AM | #4 |
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Just letting you know.. In London even a SS reg gmt is hard to find and pretty sure it won't even be in the display. So for a blnr ... It will be very hard.
Most ad in London don't even have a display for SS professional models. It's almost like its missing a part of the store but it's normal for them ..for now. You will see a lot of DJ and pm models |
17 September 2016, 06:52 AM | #5 |
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Call Goldsmiths as they're one of the biggest chains, they might be able to call their other stores and reserve one ( if you're lucky).
Good luck with the watch & wedding ;)
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17 September 2016, 06:53 AM | #6 |
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You'll most likely only be able to buy second hand or gray dealer.
In the above case you won't be able to reclaim vat. As a guide a secondary dealer in the City (London) had a 15 month old BLNR up for £7k yesterday. I went in today and it was already sold for "just under".. Consider he'd already rejected a £6,700 offer and you can assume c 6.85k You're best buying from the states Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Where are you staying in London? I was in Watchfinder today, Royal Exchange by Bank station and they have a BLNR BNIB but you will have to pay £7450 (they will take £7350) believe me you won't find one RRP at an AD in this country now. |
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17 September 2016, 07:09 AM | #8 | |
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17 September 2016, 07:32 AM | #9 |
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WATCH FINDER have them but expect to pay over £7k for a new one or over £6k used
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17 September 2016, 07:44 AM | #10 |
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So, if ones reside in Norway and want to sell a BLNR in the UK; what is the best way of doing that? eBay?
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17 September 2016, 07:45 AM | #11 |
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Just found the thread theorizing that ADs are holding back SS sport models for an anticipated price hike in the UK.
Do you think I'd have better luck finding one from an AD in Paris? I might be able to finagle a business trip down there and pick one up. I'm hoping that the scarcity it simply due to the weakness of the pound post-Brexit vote |
17 September 2016, 08:03 AM | #12 |
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I think you need to avoid major cities
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Send a message to the OP!
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17 September 2016, 09:42 AM | #14 |
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With relentless persistence you should find one in the UK. That would mean ringing through the Rolex AD list at least once during the day and again in the evening to check for availability. That being said, I don't think it's a particularly good way of spending time abroad. Don't forget to enjoy the country's finest fish and chips.
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As I said, ring EU ADs, esp in Italy and Germany, the ones here expect a price rise and won't sell before it. |
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17 September 2016, 11:43 AM | #16 |
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Where is there a good fish and chips in London? I have been several times and am going again this fall, but have always been disappointed…
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I seem to remember a great fish & chippery just opposite the front gate of Windsor castle...
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I love fish and chips!
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17 September 2016, 11:53 AM | #19 |
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Ireland looks like it could be worth investigating given the proximity to the UK
(all these prices are excluding tax - I'm assuming they do a tourist refund scheme there). |
17 September 2016, 06:14 PM | #20 |
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These guys are up in Cheshire but have a new one for £6,800;
http://www.chrono24.co.uk/rolex/gmt-...-id4747260.htm These guys are in London and have one for £7,114; http://www.chrono24.co.uk/rolex/gmt-...-id4459037.htm Good luck and all the best for the wedding. |
17 September 2016, 06:25 PM | #21 |
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I honestly think the original salesman gave you good advice when he said don't waste your time. I would bet my house on you not finding one at current msrp at an AD in the UK in the next two weeks.
As you want the Tax back then it's definitely going to be a hunt around Europe. Good luck with it, and enjoy your wedding |
17 September 2016, 06:31 PM | #22 |
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17 September 2016, 06:56 PM | #23 |
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No chance at rrp mate
Tho if u do find one, buy two- I'll buy the other one |
17 September 2016, 07:56 PM | #24 |
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Try David Duggan in Burlington Arcade. He had one in his window last week. 6850 pounds.
Call him..see if he still has it..worth a quick call.. |
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18 September 2016, 12:17 AM | #27 |
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The watch gallery (AD) in Covent Garden (new store) has a brand new black GMT if you're interested!
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18 September 2016, 12:22 AM | #28 |
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Had a call from a Bristol AD the other day.
They had one then for RRP. |
18 September 2016, 12:26 AM | #29 |
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Poppies (Camden & Brick Lane) and the Golden Union in Soho.
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18 September 2016, 12:31 AM | #30 |
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Been trying to find a BLNR for months, no luck. On a few waiting lists locally so just deciding to sit tight, certainly not paying over retail.
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